How to return the previous notification curtain on Xiaomi: from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14

After updating to MIUI 13 or MIUI 14 Many Xiaomi users have faced radical changes to the notification curtain interface: a new panel with split tabs for notifications and quick settings, altered animations and awkward layout of elements caused a wave of discontent. The problem is especially acute for owners of Redmi Note models. 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4/X5 and flagship Xiaomi 12/13, where the changes even affected the gestures of the management.

In this article, we will look at 5 proven ways to return the classic curtain, from simple tweaks to deep modifications to the system. It is important to understand that some methods require unlocking the bootloader or superuser rights, which can affect the warranty. We will also analyze which models support rollback without loss of data, and where a complete reset will be required.

Before you start, check the current version of MIUI in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. This depends on the choice of method. For example, MIUI 14.0.5 for Redmi Note 11 Pro+ runs a workaround through ADB, whereas MIUI 13.0.12 for POCO F4 just change the region of the system.

1.The Rootless Method: Changing the Region of the System

The safest method, which works on most devices with MIUI 12.5-14, is to change the firmware region to Europe (EEA) or India (IN), where the curtain interface often retains the classic look longer than in the global version.

Instructions:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Region.
• 🌍 Choose India (India) or the European Union (European Union).
• 🔄 Restart the device (required!).
• 📲 Check the curtain after rebooting – 60 percent of the time the old interface returns.

If the method does not work, try it further:

1. Clear the app cache Settings in Settings → Apps → Application Management → Settings → Storage → Clear the cache.
2. Disable system application updates in Settings → The phone. → Update MIUI → ⚙️ → Auto-update of system applications.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi) K50 Pro) a change in region may cause Google Play services to crash. Backup via Settings before the procedure → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

2. rollback through ADB: forced on old interface

For advanced users who are ready to work with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), the method is suitable for devices on MIUI 13-14 with an unlocked bootloader, but does not require root.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate USB debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times according to version, then go back to Settings → Additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put global use_new_notification_panel 0
3. Reset the device.

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell settings put secure sysui_notification_panel_style 0

⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI through OTA To record changes, turn off automatic updates to Settings. → The phone. → Update MIUI → ⚙️ → Auto-update.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC| Enable debugging on USB| Download ADB Tools (platform-tools)| Make backup data-->

3. Use of alternative launchers

If system methods don't work, you can camouflage the new curtain with third-party launchers.

• 🏆 Nova Launcher + TeslaUnread module (for style notifications) MIUI).
• 🎨 Hyperion Launcher – Copying the interface MIUI 12 with a classic panel.
• 🔄 Lawnchair 2 – Supports gestures and old curtain through settings.

How to set up:

1. Install a launcher from Google Play.
2. Go to its settings and find the Notifications or Status Panel section.
3. Activate the Classic Curtain option (Nova Launcher requires an additional TeslaUnread module).
4. Assign the default launcher to Settings → Apps → By default → Launcher.

Cons of the method:

• ❌ Not all notifications are displayed correctly (especially from Xiaomi system apps).
• ❌ Could be in conflict with gestures MIUI (For example, swipe down to search).

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In Nova Launcher, you can hide the new curtain completely, leaving only the old notification bar. To do this, select the option “Hide the system panel” in the settings of the TeslaUnread module.

4. Installation of custom firmware (for advanced)

If you want complete freedom from the limitations of MIUI, consider switching to custom firmware like Pixel Experience, LineageOS or xiaomi.eu, a modified version of MIUI with a classic curtain and no ads.

Step-by-step process:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool (can take up to 72 hours).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model (see instructions on XDA Developers).
3. Download the firmware xiaomi.eu for your device (for example, xiaomi.eu_multi_HMNote10Pro_V14.0.1.0.TKFCNXM_v14-13.zip For the Redmi Note 10 Pro).
4. Go to TWRP, make a full backup (including EFS and Modem), then run the firmware.

⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware resets all data and can lead to loss IMEI On some models, the Redmi Note 9 Pro, POCO M3). Preserve before the procedure IMEI via MTK Engineering Mode (for MediaTek processors) or Qualcomm QPST (for Snapdragon).

5 Manual editing of system files (requires root)

For users with superuser rights (Magisk or SuperSU), there is a way to edit the system files that control the curtain interface. MIUI 13-14, but requires caution.

Instructions:

1. Install Root Explorer or Mixplorer with root permissions.
2. Go to /system/product/overlay/ and find files with names: MiuiSystemUIOverlay.apk NotificationPanelStyleOverlay.apk
3. Rename them by adding.bak at the end (e.g. MiuiSystemUIOverlay.apk.bak).
4. Reset the device.

If the curtain has turned completely white or stopped opening after rebooting, restore the original files and try an alternative method:

• 📝 Edit the file. /system/build.prop, line: ro.miui.notification_panel_style=old
• 🔧 Save the changes and reboot.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can lead to bootloop ( looped reboot). TWRP If the device stops booting, run the original firmware through Fastboot: fastboot flash system. system.img Fastboot reboot Method comparison: which to choose? Method complexity Needs root? risk for data Efficiency Change of region ⭐ ❌ No. ⚠️ Low. 60% ADB-team ⭐⭐ ❌ No. ⚠️ Medium. 80% Alternative launcher ⭐ ❌ No. ✅ No. 50% Custom firmware ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ❌ High-pitched 95% Editing system files ⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ❌ critical 90% 💡For most users, the best solution is a combination of changing the region. + ADB-It gives you commands. 80% Chance to return old curtain without risk to data Frequent problems and solutions Even after successful return of classic curtain users face bugs. Let’s look at typical cases: The problem 1: The curtain opens, but notifications are not displayed. 🔧 Solution: Clear the cache and application data System interface MIUI In Settings → Annexes → Application management → Systemic → System interface MIUI. 🔧 Alternative: Turn off optimization for this app in the developer settings. problem 2: After the reboot, a new curtain returns. 🔧 Solution: Set your settings through Tasker or MacroDroid by creating a task to execute. ADB-Download commands: settings put global use_new_notification_panel 0 Problem. 3: Quick settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.) do not work.). 🔧 Solution: Install the Power Shade widget from Google Play – it emulates the old Quick Settings panel. 💡If the curtain doesn’t come back after all the manipulations, check if the Security app blocks the changes). Turn it off for 5 minutes in Settings → Annexes → Security → Forced stop and repeat the procedure. FAQ: Answers to popular questions ❓ Can you return the old curtain to Xiaomi without rooting and ADB? Yes, but the odds are lower. Try switching to India or installing an alternative launcher like the Hyperion. 9A, POCO M4 Pro helps roll back to MIUI 12.5 through Settings → The phone. → Update MIUI → ⚙️ → Select the update package (needs a firmware file). ❓ Why After Updating to Update MIUI 14 missing old curtain? Xiaomi radically changed the architecture of the system interface in the MIUI 13-14, integrating the notification curtain with the Control Center, and now they are controlled by a single com.android.systemui process, and the only way to bring back the old logic is through deep modifications to the system or rollbacks to the version. ❓ Will there be any problems with the guarantee if you use it? ADB Change of region does not affect the warranty, because it is a regular function. ADB It is also safe if you do not modify system files. However, unlocking the bootloader and getting root resets the warranty (this is fixed in Hardware Info as Bootloader Unlocked: Yes). ❓ How to put the curtain back on POCO F3 GT after the update? POCO F3 GT s MIUI 13.0.6+ The following method works: Install Magisk and module MIUI Old Notification Panel. Activate the module and restart. If the curtain hasn't changed, run it in the ADB: settings put secure sysui_notification_panel_opacity 1 ❓ Is there a risk of "bricking" when editing system files? Yes, if you: 🚫 Delete critical files (for example, framework-res.apk). 🚫 Change the access rights (chmod) to system folders. 🚫 Interrupt the process while writing files. Always back up TWRP before editing. If the device doesn't boot, run the original firmware through the Mi Flash Tool in Clean All mode.