How to effectively clean up memory on Xiaomi Redmi 8T

Xiaomi Redmi 8T, which is powered by the Snapdragon 665 processor, is still popular due to its reliability and autonomy. However, owners often face a shortage of internal storage of 64 or 128 GB, which leads to slowdowns and inability to install updates. Overflowing memory is not just a lack of space for photos, it is a direct path to unstable application operation and system errors.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of freeing up space: from standard tools. MIUI You'll learn to find hidden junk files that a standard analyzer can't see, and optimize your use of the file system. SD-Maps for maximum device performance.

It’s important to understand that simply removing apps often doesn’t work as long as the residual files continue to take up gigabytes. We’ll look at a comprehensive approach that will allow you to return your gadget to the performance of a new device without having to buy a more expensive model.

Analysis of occupied space through built-in tools

The first step is always diagnostics. The MIUI shell on Redmi 8T has a powerful storage monitoring tool built in, which allows you to visually assess which file categories consume the most resources. To start, go to Settings → Memory and wait for the scan to finish.

The system will offer several optimization options, but don't blindly trust the "Clear Everything" button. Carefully study the "Other" section, which is often inflated by messenger cache and temporary update files, and this is where gigabytes of useless data are hidden, which can be safely deleted manually.

Note the Apps section, which shows not only the size of the installation file, but also the amount of data accumulated during use. Heavy gaming and social media can take up to 5-10 GB each, which is critical for a model with a basic memory configuration.

⚠️ Note: Do not delete system files from Android folders, MIUI or System through a file manager without knowing exactly what they're doing, which can cause interface failures or loss of contacts.

For a deeper analysis, you can use the built-in Security app. Run the scan and go to the Cleanup section. Here, Xiaomi algorithms automatically find duplicate photos, large video files and unused ones. APK-Regular use of this tool helps to maintain order in the file system.

Deep cleaning of cache and debris in applications

The main consumer of free space in modern smartphones are social networks and instant messengers. Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram and TikTok retain huge volumes of media files that continue to occupy space even after viewing. To make room, you need to go to the settings of each application separately.

On Telegram, for example, the path to cleanup is: Settings → Data and memory → Memory Use. You can set up automatic cache deletion after 3 days or a week, and manually clean up the garbage already accumulated, which will not delete your correspondence, but only download the media again if necessary.

The procedure is similar for YouTube and browsers (Chrome, Opera). Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, select the service you want and click Memory. The Clear Cache button is secure and removes temporary data, speeding up the program. If you click Clear All, you will log out, so use this feature with caution.

The Download folder deserves special attention. Browsers and applications often save programs to installers there, PDF-Check this directory through the standard Explorer and delete all unnecessary files. Often users forget about files downloaded months ago that will never be needed again.

Removal of duplicate photos and videos

The Redmi 8T camera can take quality shots, but they take up a lot of space, especially in HDR or when shooting 1080p videos. Over time, the gallery accumulates hundreds of identical frames, screenshots and unsuccessful takes. Manually go through thousands of photos for a long time, so it is better to use specialized tools.

MIUI has a built-in duplicate search feature. Open the Gallery app, go to the Albums tab and scroll down to Tools. Select Find and Remove Duplicates. The system will prompt you to leave the best version of the photo and tag the rest to delete.

If built-in functionality is not enough, you can use third-party solutions, but with caution. The main rule is to always back up important images before mass cleaning. Cloud services like Google Photos or Yandex.Disk allow you to free up space on the device by storing the originals in the cloud.

⚠️ Note: Before deleting the photo, check the “Recently Deleted” folder, where the files are stored for 30 days and continue to occupy space in the phone’s memory until they are permanently erased.

You also need to pay attention to the format of the shoot, so if you don't plan on professional photo processing, you can switch the camera to space saving mode or lower the resolution of the video, which allows you to shoot longer without the need to constantly clean the gallery.

Setting up SD-maps as internal memory

Xiaomi Redmi 8T supports microSD cards up to 256 GB. However, the standard Android system does not allow you to simply transfer all applications to an external medium.

To perform this operation, insert the card, then go to Settings. → Memory. Click on your name. SD-You can select "Format as internal storage" and the system will warn you about the loss of all data on the map, so save important files to your computer in advance.

Once formatted, the system will begin to transfer some of the data and applications to the map, which will greatly free up the built-in drive, which often works faster and more stable when underfilled, but it is worth considering that the speed of some heavy games can decrease if the memory card has a low speed class.

If you don't want to format a map, you can set up automatic saving of all new photos, videos and music to it. To do this, in the Camera app, click on three bars in the corner, select Settings, and activate Save to Save to SD-Similar settings are available in Telegram, WhatsApp and Chrome browser.

Using ADB for Advanced Cleaning

For power users who want to make the most of their device, there is a method of cleaning through the ADB (Android Debug Bridge – This tool allows you to remove system debris and disable built-in Xiaomi applications that can not be removed in the usual way. USB phone-on.

First, activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and quickly click on MIUI 7 times. Then, in the “Additional” → “Development by USB” menu, turn on “Debugging by USB.” Connect your phone to your PC and enter a command to delete the batch installer cache in the command line:

adb shell pm clear com.android.packageinstaller

You can also clear the system UI cache, which sometimes helps if the interface is working with jerks:

adb shell pm clear com.android.systemui

A more radical method is to remove unused system applications (bloatware), such as removing Mi Video or Mi Music if you are not using them. The command is: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name packet. Be extremely careful: removing critical system components can lead to a "brick" of the device.

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Before using ADB, make sure to make a full backup of data via Mi Cloud or locally to your computer. Errors when removing system packages can be fatal.

Prevention and optimization of storage

To keep the memory problem from returning in a month, you need to develop habits of proper smartphone use. Regular prevention takes less time than emergency cleaning of a crowded drive. Follow simple rules, and your Redmi 8T will work quickly for many years.

First, disable auto-save in apps you rarely use. Second, check the Downloads folder once a week. Third, use cloud-based versions of apps that take up less space but retain basic functionality.

Also worth considering is resetting to factory settings if the phone has been in use for several years, a drastic measure that removes absolutely all the garbage accumulated over the years of use, and before that, be sure to save all the important data.

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Regular cleaning of the cache and monitoring the autoload of media files in messengers allow you to increase the free space on Redmi 8T by 30-40% without installing third-party software.

Remember, free space is essential for the operating system itself. Android requires about 10-15% of the total memory for temporary operations and caching. If the memory is full, the phone will slow down regardless of the processor power.