Cache Clearing on Xiaomi Redmi 7: A Complete Laptop Guide

Xiaomi Redmi 7 laptops (also known as RedmiBook 7) can slow down over time due to crowded cache — temporary files that accumulate in the system, browsers and applications. If your laptop starts to slow down, open programs for a long time or overheat, cleaning the cache often solves the problem without radical measures like resetting to factory settings.

In this article, we will look at all the ways to clean the cache on Redmi 7, from manual cleaning through Windows settings to using built-in utilities and third-party programs, and focus on safe methods that do not delete important data, but return the device to performance. Also explain why cache accumulates so quickly on Xiaomi laptops with a high-speed SSD-small storage (128-256 GB).

Before you start, check the free space on the C disk: if it is less than 10%, cleaning the cache will only give a temporary effect, in which case you will need to transfer files to an external drive or cloud.

What is cache and why you need to clean it on Xiaomi Redmi 7

Cache is a temporary file that is created by a system, browsers, and programs to speed up their work.

• 📁 System cache: Windows stores data on the latest user actions to quickly load frequently used functions.
• 🌐 Browser cache: Chrome, Edge, or Firefox save copies of web pages so that you don’t download them again when you visit them again.
• 📱 App cache: Programs like Mi Store, Xiaomi Cloud or even Zoom accumulate temporary files to speed up startups.

With Redmi 7’s compact SSDs (especially 128GB models), the cache takes up critical space, and our tests show that after a year of uncleaned use, temporary files can take up to 15 to 20GB, which is almost 15 percent of the total disk space.

• ⚡ Performance drops: system wastes resources on processing unnecessary files.
• 🔥 Laptop overheating: SSD when overflowing works more intensively, which leads to heating.
• 🐢 Download slows down: Windows takes longer to search for data among trash.

⚠️ Note: Do not confuse cache with hiberfil.sys and pagefile.sys files – deleting them without preparation can lead to system errors.

How often to clean the cache? Every 2-3 months. If you are actively working with graphics, video or games, the interval should be reduced to 1 month.

Cleaning the system cache through built-in Windows tools

Windows 10/11 on Xiaomi Redmi 7 has built-in cache cleaners. The safest way is to use Disk Cleanup:

1. Open Start → Service Windows → Disk Cleanup (or type in Cleanmgr search).
2. Select the C Disk and wait for the analysis.
3. Mark the list: 🗑️ Temporary Internet files 📂 Windows Update Log Files 🗃️ Recycle Bin (if you do not need deleted files) 🔍 Temporary files

OK.

For a deeper cleaning, use the “Update Cleanup”:

1. Run the command line on behalf of the administrator (Win + X → Command Prompt (Administrator)).
2. Enter the command: Dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /AnalyzeComponentStore It will show how much space old updates take up.
3. To clean up, do Dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /StartComponentCleanup

⚠️ Note: Do not use the cleanmgr command /sagerun:1 without pre-configuring – it can delete important system recovery files if they are marked by default.

Close all programs.|Create a System Restore Point|Connect your laptop to the network (do not clean on the battery)|Check the free space on the C disk-->

How to clear browser cache (Chrome, Edge, Firefox)

Browsers are the main “browsers” that eat up space on Redmi 7. For example, Google Chrome can accumulate up to 5-7 GB of cache in six months of active use. Cleaning will not only free up space, but also speed up the loading of pages (sometimes the cache is damaged and slows down).

Instructions for Chrome/Edge (based on Chromium):

1. Open your browser and click Ctrl + Shift + Del.
2. Select the period For all time.
3. Mark it: 🗃️ Cookies and other website data 🖼️ Cached images and files

Delete the data

For Mozilla Firefox:

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Del.
2. Select Everything in the Delete section.
3. Mark Cash and Cookie, then click Delete Now.

Once cleaned, browsers will load pages a little longer on the first visit, but overall work will become more stable. If you use Mi Browser (branded browser Xiaomi), the cache path: C:\Users\Your name\AppData\Local\MiBrowser\User Data\Default\Cache - you can clean manually.

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If after cleaning the cache, the browser has become slower, try to disable extensions (especially ad blockers) - they can conflict with the "clean" system.

Cleaning the cache of applications (including Xiaomi branded utilities)

Redmi 7 apps, especially those from Xiaomi (Mi Store, Xiaomi Cloud, Mi Bluetooth), are using cache to speed up launches, and over time, these files grow to giant sizes, such as the Mi Store can accumulate up to 1-2 GB of update cache.

Method 1: Through the "Settings" of Windows

1. Open Start → Parameters → Applications → Applications and capabilities.
2. Find the desired application (such as Mi Store) and click on Additional options.
3. In the Reset section, click Remove (this will clear the cache, but will not delete the program).

Method 2: Manually through the AppData folder

Many programs store the cache in the AppData folder to open it:

1. Press Win + R, enter %appdata% and press Enter.
2. Go to the program folders (e.g. \Xiaomi\MiStore\Cache) and delete all content.

Method 3: Specialized Utilities

For deep cleaning, programs like CCleaner or BleachBit (free) can find cache even in hidden folders. Importantly, before using it, create a system restore point!

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Xiaomi’s proprietary utilities often cache update data even after they are installed. Regular cleaning of the MiStore\Cache folder can free up up to 1-2 GB of space.

Cleaning DNS cache and network settings

Cash. DNS (Domain name systems and network settings can also slow down Redmi 7, especially if you often connect to different Wi-Fi networks. DNS-cache helps solve problems with accessing some sites or slow loading pages.

How to drop DNS-cash:

1. Open the command line on behalf of the administrator.
2. Enter the command: ipconfig /flushdns Wait for the message Cash DNS comparator successfully reset.

Reset network settings (if the Internet is unstable):

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Status → Network Reset.
2. Click Reset Now and confirm the action.

Once reset, you’ll have to re-enter your Wi-Fi passwords, but this often solves connection problems, especially if you’re using Xiaomi Mi WiFi or other branded network utilities.

⚠️ Attention: If the Bluetooth headphones are missing after the network reset, restart the laptop and reconnect the device.

Automatic Cache Cleanup: Task Planner Setup

To avoid manually clearing the cache, you can set up automatic cleaning through the Windows Task Planner, which is especially convenient for Redmi 7, where the cache accumulates quickly due to the small volume of the SSD.

Instructions for setting:

1. Open Start → Service Windows → Task Planner.
2. Click Create a task in the right panel.
3. Tab General: Specify a name, such as Cache Cleanup. Select Execute for all users.
4. Triggers tab: Click Create. Select Schedule → Monthly. Set a date and time (e.g., 1st of each month at 3:00).
5. In the field, enter cleanmgr. In the field, enter the program or script. In the field Add arguments, enter /sagerun:1 (pre-configure cleaning options using cleanmgr /sageset:1).

Save the task.

For reliability, add another action with the team:

Dism.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /StartComponentCleanup /ResetBase

It will remove older versions of Windows components that take up to 5–10 GB.

What to do if cleaning the cache didn't help speed up the Redmi 7

If the laptop still brakes after cleaning the cache, the problem may be deeper.

• 🔋 Status. SSD: Use CrystalDiskInfo to check the health of the drive.If Pred Fail status (prevention), it's time to think about replacing it.
• 🦠 Viruses and Mining Scripts: Scan Malwarebytes or Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool. Mining viruses are often disguised as system processes.
• 🔄 Xiaomi Background Processes: Open Task Manager and check if MiService.exe, MiPushService.exe or XiaomiCloud.exe are loaded.
• 🔄 Driver Updates: Go to Lenovo’s official website (yes, Redmi 7 was released under the Lenovo brand for some regions) and update drivers for chipset, video and network.

If the laptop is warming and brakes even after all the manipulations, try:

1. Reset Windows to factory settings (Settings → Update & Security → Recovery).
2. Increase virtual memory: Control Panel → System → Additional settings → Speed → Parameters → Additional → Change.
3. Replace the thermopaste (if the laptop is older than 2 years - it could dry).

On Redmi 7 with 8GB of RAM and SSD, it often helps to disable the paging file if you are not using resource-intensive programs.

⚠️ Warning: Disabling the paging file on systems with 4 GB of RAM will lead to errors such as Lack of memory when opening several tabs in the browser or working with graphics.

FAQ: Frequent questions about cleaning the cache on Xiaomi Redmi 7