How to turn on and configure notification curtain on Xiaomi: all ways

Notification curtain on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a way to quickly access alerts, but also a key element of the MIUI interface that allows you to control brightness, turn on a flashlight, activate mobile data or Wi-Fi. However, many users face a situation where the curtain of Suddenly stops opening after updating the system, resetting settings or even for no apparent reason. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways to turn on the curtains on Redmi, POCO and other Xiaomi products, and consider typical errors and their solutions.

It is important to understand that the problem can be in both software settings (such as a disabled gesture function) and hardware malfunctions (sensor or display damage).We will discuss each scenario in detail so that you can accurately diagnose the cause and fix it without going to the service center. If you just purchased a Xiaomi smartphone or encountered a problem after upgrading to MIUI 14, this instruction will be your reliable guide.

Why can't the notification curtain open?

Before we get to the ways of turning on the curtain, it is worth understanding the possible causes of its inoperability.

• 🔄 Update MIUI: after installing a new version of the firmware, gesture settings or system applications may be lost.
• 👆 Incorrect gesture settings: in MIUI There is a separate section for setting up swipes where you can accidentally turn off the curtain call.
• 🛠️ Launcher failure: If a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher) is used, it can block system gestures.
• 📱 Hardware problems: damage to the touch layer of the screen or a failure of the plume.
• 🔒 Security Limitations: Some applications (such as Clean Master or antivirus) may block access to system functions.

If the curtain stopped opening after the phone fell or moisture hit, the problem is likely hardware, in which case self-intervention can make the situation worse - it is better to contact the service center. In all other cases, software setting will help.

Method 1: Checking the gesture settings in MIUI

The most common cause of a curtain failure is a switched-off gesture in the system settings. In MIUI 12/13/14, the path to these settings may differ, but the general logic is maintained.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the Display → Additional section (in some versions Full-screen display).
3. Select the navigation type or gestures.
4. Make sure you select MIUI Gesture Mode (or Full-screen gestures in newer versions).
5. Scroll down and find the Swipe down option for the notification bar – it should be enabled.

If this is disabled, activate it and check the curtain. Some firmware may require rebooting the device.

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⚠️ Attention: On devices with POCO Launcher (e.g, POCO X3 Pro) the path to gesture settings may be different. If you don't find the right partition, try temporarily switching to a standard launcher MIUI.

Method 2: Resetting the launcher settings

If the curtain doesn't open, but the gesture settings are fine, the problem may be a launcher failure, especially for users who install third-party themes or launchers, to reset the settings:

1. Click on the empty area on the home screen and select Screen Settings (or Home Screen Settings).
2. Find the option to Reset or Restore by default.
3. Confirm the action. The phone will reboot, and all screen settings will return to factory settings.

After reset, check the curtain. If the problem was in the conflict of themes or widgets, this method should help. Note that the reset does not affect user data (photos, messages, applications), but will return the standard theme and the location of the icons.

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If you use a third-party launcher (like Nova or Apex), try temporarily disabling it and switch to a standard MIUI Launcher.

Method 3: Verification of system applications

The notification curtain in MIUI is controlled by the System UI system application, and if it doesn't work properly, the curtain may not open to check its status:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Show System Processes.
3. Find System UI (or System Interface) in the list.
4. Open it and press the Warehouse. → Clear the cache.
5. Reset the device.

If the cache was cleaned, the curtain was running, the problem was the application's temporal data, and if not, try the next steps.

Method 4: Update or reinstall MIUI

If none of the previous methods worked, the problem may be the firmware itself, and an outdated or corrupted version of MIUI often causes system functions to fail.

• 🔄 Update MIUI via Settings: Go to Settings → The phone. → System Update. Click Check Updates and install the available version.

Install firmware manually:

1. Download the official firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware website.
2. Move the file to the root folder of the phone.
3. In System Update, click on three points → Select a firmware file.

If the curtain still doesn't work after updating, you may need to reset to factory settings.Be sure to back up the data before you do that!

⚠️ Warning: Resetting to factory settings will remove all data from the device, including photos, messages and installed applications. If the curtain is not working due to a hardware malfunction (for example, a damaged sensor), resetting will not help.

Method 5: Diagnostics of hardware problems

If the software methods have failed, it is worth checking the phone for hardware malfunctions, here are signs that the problem may be in the hardware:

• 📵 The curtain does not open only in a certain part of the screen (for example, on the right or left).
• 🔧 The screen responds to late touches or misses touches.
• 💧 The phone fell, got wet or was subjected to mechanical stress.
• 🔄 The problem occurred after replacing the display or battery.

On Xiaomi Redmi Note 8/9/10 devices, there is often a problem with detachment of the sensor plume, which causes the curtain to stop opening at the top of the screen, in which case you need to disassemble the phone and replace the plume.

Additional Advice and Frequent Mistakes

Here are some tips to help avoid future curtain problems:

• 🚫 Do not install unofficial firmware (e.g. Custom) ROM), They often break system functions.
• 🔒 Disable Battery Optimization for System UI: Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management. Find the System. UI → Battery → Optimize the battery. Choose without limitation.
• 📲 Check Second Space settings: If you have a second desktop enabled, the curtain may work differently.