Memory Cleanup on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro 64 GB: a complete guide with hidden chips

Owners of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro with 64 GB of internal memory sooner or later face an unpleasant notification: "Memory is full." Even with careful use, the system, app cache and junk files eat precious gigabytes. In this article, 7 proven ways to make room, including little-known tricks for MIUI that do not require root rights.

The Redmi Note 8 Pro features no memory card slot in the 64GB version (as opposed to the 128GB version), which means that every megabyte counts. We'll take a look at not only standard methods like photo deletion, but also the hidden MIUI 12/14 settings that allow you to clean up to 3-5GB of system debris without data loss. All instructions are relevant for Android 9-12 firmware.

1. Diagnosis: What exactly is taking up memory?

Before you clean, you need to understand which files are eating up space. Redmi Note 8 Pro has a built-in analyzer for this:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Memory.
2. Click on Memory Analysis (may be called Details depending on the MIUI version).
3. Wait for the scan to be completed (it will take 10-30 seconds).

The system will show the distribution by categories: Apps, Images, Videos, Audio, Documents and Other. Pay attention to the "System Data" section - it often hides up to 2-4 GB of unnecessary files (updates, log files, temporary data).

A typical picture for the Redmi Note 8 Pro after a year of use:

*Warning: The 64GB version of the Redmi Note 8 Pro doesn’t have a microSD slot – this column is only relevant for models with 128GB. If you have 64GB, focus on internal memory.

2.Cleaning App Cache: A Quick Way to Free 2-5GB

Cache is a temporary file that applications create to make things faster, and over time, it accumulates and can take up gigabytes. There are two ways to clean up MIUI:

Method 1: Manual cleaning for individual applications

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select an app (such as YouTube or Facebook).
3. Click Clear Cache (not to be confused with Clear Data – this will delete your account settings!).

Method 2: Mass cleaning the cache of all applications

1. Go to Settings → Memory → Cleanup.
2. Click "Clear Cache" (button at the bottom of the screen).
3. Confirm the action.

This method releases an average of 1.5-3 GB, but has a nuance: the cache will start to accumulate again in 1-2 weeks.

Enable "Car Cleaning" in Settings → Memory → Settings

Set the frequency: "Every week"

Add exceptions for messengers (such as WhatsApp) to avoid losing media files

Check the cache size once a month manually-->

⚠️ Please note: Do not clear the cache for Google Play Services and MIUI System, which can cause Google services and system functions to crash, and if there are errors after cleaning, restart your phone.

3. Removal of unnecessary apps and junk APKs

Xiaomi is known for preinstalling a lot of system applications, many of which duplicate features or are not used at all. In the Redmi Note 8 Pro, you can safely remove:

• 📱 Mi Video, Mi Music – if you use YouTube Music or Spotify.
• 📰 Mi Browser – Replace with Google Chrome or Firefox.
• 🎮 Game Turbo – if you don’t play mobile games.
• 📊 Analytics, Feedback – System applications for data collection (you can disable it).
• 📱 Duplicate Apps – If you do not use app cloning.

How to delete:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the unnecessary app.
3. Press "Delete" (if the button is inactive, click "Disable").

Use for deep cleaning ADB-commands (requires a connection to the PC):

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer # Deletes Mi Video


adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.browser # Removes Mi Browser

⚠️ Note: Do not remove applications called com.android. or com.google. - these are critical system components. MIUI Security (com.miui.securitycenter) or you will lose access to security settings.

4.Photo and Video Optimization: How to Save Up to 10GB

Media files are the main memory eater. On the Redmi Note 8 Pro with a 64 MP camera, one.jpg photo weighs 10-15 MB, and a minute of video in 4K weighs up to 400 MB.

Decision 1: Compression without loss of quality

Use the Google Files app (free in the Play Market):

1. Open the application and go to the "Cleaning" tab.
2. Select "Vacate the seat" → Photos and videos".
3. Click "Optimize" - the program will compress files, retaining visual quality.

Solution 2: Transfer to the Cloud with Automatic Cleanup

Set up Google Photos:

1. Install the app and log in to your Google account.
2. Enable "Backup and Synchronization" in the settings.
3. Select “High Quality” (unlimited storage) or “Source” (from Google Drive quota).
4. Activate the “Free Space” option, which will delete local copies after uploading to the cloud.

For the Redmi Note 8 Pro is especially relevant to disable saving RAW-files (weigh by file) 50-70 MBT each):

1. Open the camera. → Settings (⚙).
2. Find the option "Save RAW" and turn it off.

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If you're shooting a lot of video, lower the resolution from 4K to Full HD (1080p) in the camera settings. The difference in quality is minimal, and the memory savings are up to 50%.

5. Cleaning system files: hidden folders and log files

MIUI creates many service files that are not visible through the standard file manager to delete them:

Method 1: Manual cleaning through the file manager

1. Install FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer (give access to system folders).
2. Enable the display of hidden files in the manager settings.
3. Go to folders: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/ – temporary files of themes and updates. /storage/emulated/0/Download/ – old downloads. /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/ – cache of games and applications. /storage/emulated/0/DCIM/.thumbnails/ – photo and video thumbnails.

.log

.tmp

.bak

Method 2: Use of the Engineering Menu (for experienced)

This method allows you to clear the dalvik cache and other system data:

1. Enter the dialer code ##4636##.
2. Select "Battery Information" → "Use Statistics Menu".
3. Click Clear Statistics (this will reset app performance data, but will not delete personal files).

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Do not delete files in folders /system/ or /vendor/ — It's going to crash the system. /storage/emulated/0/ and its subfolders.

6.Reset to factory settings: a last resort

If none of these methods worked, and there's less than 1 GB of free space, you'll have to do a hard reset, which will delete all the data, including photos, contacts, and apps, so:

Create a backup through Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset

Copy photos/videos to PC or cloud

Record logins/passwords from accounts (Mi Account, Google)

Make sure your phone is at least 50% charged

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Resetting instructions:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select "Erase all data."
3. Enter. PIN-code.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

Once reset, the phone will return to the "out of the box" state, with an average amount of freed up memory of 15-20 GB (depending on the number of apps installed earlier).

⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 8 Pro may lose the Mi Account link after reset. If the phone was bought with hands, make sure the previous owner untie your account, otherwise the device will be blocked!

7. Alternative methods: for advanced users

If the standard methods did not help, try:

• 🔧 Disabling the preload of applications: in Settings → Annexes → Autoboot disable unnecessary applications. This will reduce background activity.
• 📦 Use Lite versions of apps: replace Facebook with Facebook Lite, Messenger with Messenger Lite.
• 🔄 Transfer of annexes to “conditional” SD": Even without a physical memory card, you can create a partition on the internal drive through Settings → Memory. → Default storage (requires root or ADB).
• 🛠️ Installation of custom recaveri (TWRP): allows you to clean the sections /cache and /dalvik It's a risk for beginners!

FAQ: Frequent questions about cleaning up memory