Why are gestures better than navigation buttons?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 smartphones (including the Pro, Pro 5G and S) use the classic three navigation buttons: Back, Home and Recent by default. However, gesture control does not just save screen space — it speeds up interaction with the device by 20-30% according to MIUI studies. For example, returning to the home screen with a swipe up takes 0.3 seconds versus 0.5 seconds when you press a button.
The switch to gestures is especially relevant for the Redmi Note 10 with its AMOLED-Visually, the screen looks wider, and the content (video, games, web pages) takes up maximum space. In addition, gestures reduce wear of the touch layer – physical taps on the same areas of the screen over time lead to “ghost touches” (when the smartphone responds to touchless pressing).
But not everyone knows that there are three types of gestures available on MIUI: full-screen (like on iPhone), side-band (like on Samsung) and Xiaomi gestures (hybrid).
Preparation: Verification of MIUI version and compatibility
Before activating gestures, make sure your Redmi Note 10 runs on the current firmware version. Full-screen navigation gestures are officially supported starting with MIUI 10, but stable bug-free work is only guaranteed on MIUI 12 and later.
- Open the Settings. → The phone.
- Scroll to the "Version" block MIUI».
- Compare it to the table below.
| MIUI version | Sign support | Features |
|---|---|---|
| MIUI 9 and below | ❌ No. | Only navigation buttons. |
| MIUI 10–11 | ⚠️ Partially. | Gestures work, but bugs with animations are possible |
| MIUI 12–14 | ✅ Complete. | Optimized for Redmi Note 10, smooth transitions |
If your version is outdated, update your firmware through Settings → System Update. On models with an unlocked bootloader, gestures may not work properly after manually flashing custom ROMs, in which case you need to flash the official global version.
⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 10 with Chinese firmware (CN ROM) The path to gesture settings may vary. Use an interpreter or switch to a global version (Global) ROM).
Step-by-step: how to turn on gestures on Redmi Note 10
Activation of gestures takes less than a minute.
- Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
- Go to the Display section.
- Select Full-screen Display (on some versions – Navigation Panel).
- Slip it on the navigation type.
- Choose one of the options: 🔄 Button gestures – hybrid mode (buttons are hidden, but appear when swipe up). 📱 Full-screen gestures – no buttons, like on iPhone. ☁️ Gestures MIUI — side-bar.
Confirm the choice and wait for the application of settings (the phone can briefly "suppress").
Once activated, try the basic gestures: Swipe up from the bottom edge - return to the home screen; Swipe up and hold - open a list of recent apps; Swipe from right to left - go back (in some applications).
Swipe up. → screen
Swipe up + pause → recent applications
Swipe off the edge. → backwards
Double tap on the screen → lock (optional)
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If gestures don't respond, restart your phone. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro with a high screen refresh rate (120 Hz), you may need to additionally adjust your sensitivity to Settings → Additional → Touch Frequency.
Comparison of Sign Types: Which One Should You Choose?
Each type of gesture on MIUI has unique features, and here is a pros and cons comparison table:
| Type of gesture | Advantages | Deficiencies | Who's right for? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full screen (iPhone-style) | ✅ Maximum screen area ✅ Intuitive swipes ✅ Support for all applications | ❌ It takes getting used to. ❌ Possible conflicts with games (for example, PUBG Mobile) | Users who appreciate minimalism |
| MIUI gestures (with side strip) | ✅ Quickly going back ✅ Compatibility with old applications ✅ Visual hint (strip) | ❌ It takes 2-3 mm of screen ❌ Less premium look | Beginners or those who move from buttons |
| Hybrid mode | ✅ Buttons appear when necessary. ✅ Minimum education | ❌ Inadequate gestures ❌ Delays in the appearance of buttons | Conservative users |
For most Redmi Note 10 owners, full-screen gestures are the best choice, which visually expand the display and speed up navigation, but if you’re actively playing mobile games (where swipes around the edges of the screen are part of the gameplay), it’s better to focus on side-bar MIUI gestures.
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To return the navigation buttons temporarily (for example, to screenshot with them), hold your finger at the bottom of the screen for 2 seconds – a button bar will appear.
Common Problems and Their Solutions
Even when properly set up, gestures can malfunction, and here are the typical problems and ways to fix them:
- ❌ Gestures do not respond in games/applications Reason: many games (such as Genshin Impact or Call of Duty Mobile) block system gestures to avoid random swipes.Solution: Enable the game's settings to "Immersive Mode" (if any). Use gestures MIUI They're less likely to fight, and install third-party software like Fluid Navigation Gestures).
- ❌ Swipe back is randomly triggered Cause: high sensitivity edge sensor Solution: Go to Settings → Display. → Full-screen display → Additionally, reduce the width of the swipe area (Edge Sensitivity slider) and turn off the Back gesture for specific applications via Special Permits.
Animations twitch at swipes
Reason: conflict with animation or energy saving settings.
- Turn on Settings → Battery → Performance mode.
- Turn off GPU acceleration in Developer Settings (if enabled).
- Reset the animation settings: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times to unlock the developer settings, then set the animation scale to 1x).
On the Redmi Note 10 Pro with AMOLED-An additional gesture is available: holding your finger on the fingerprint sensor (if it is on the front) for quick access to Google Assistant or Xiao. AI. Set it up in Settings → Annexes → Assistant and voice input.
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Hidden gestures save up to 40% of the time on routine activities (such as locking the screen or screenshots), their combination with full-screen navigation makes using the smartphone as efficient as possible.
Customization of gestures for yourself: fine parameters
System gestures on MIUI are flexible, and here are the options that you should change:
- Swipe sensitivity in Settings → Display. → Full-screen display → Set up some extra tunes: 📏 Width of swipe zone back – reduce if gestures are triggered accidentally. ⏱️ Delay before action – Increase if swipes are logged late.
Vibration in gestures
Include tactile response in Settings → Sound and vibration → System Vibration. Useful for validating swipes without visual control.
Exceptions for applications
Some apps (like TikTok or Instagram) conflict with gestures, add them to the exceptions:
Settings → Applications → Permissions → Special Access → Navigation GesturesAdaptive brightness in swipes
In Settings → Display → Adaptive brightness, turn off the option “Adjust brightness when swipes” if the screen spontaneously darkens.
For advanced users: if standard gestures seem uncomfortable, install the Fluid Navigation Gestures app from Google Play. It allows you to: customize swipe zones, add custom gestures (for example, swipe down to call the notification bar), change visual prompts.
⚠️ Note: Third-party gesture applications may conflict with MIUI call up the System UI Before installation, back up through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.