How to create a folder on the desktop Xiaomi Redmi 9: a detailed guide with photos and videos

The Xiaomi Redmi 9 desktop is quickly filled with application shortcuts, and finding what you want is getting harder. Creating folders is an easy way to organize space, but not everyone knows how to do it correctly. In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods, including standard MIUI tools and hidden features that are not written in the official instructions.

Redmi 9 features a modified MIUI shell, where some actions are performed differently than on pure Android. For example, there is no classic conductor in the usual form, and the desktop settings are hidden in non-obvious menus, and we will show you how to circumvent these restrictions and even create folders for system files that are usually hidden from the user.

Important: The instructions are valid for all Redmi 9 modifications (including Redmi 9A/9C/9T) based on MIUI 12-14. If you have a different firmware version, check the method compatibility in the appropriate section.

Method 1: Standard folder creation through application shortcuts

The simplest method, which works without additional programs, is suitable for grouping shortcuts of applications, but not files (for example, photos or documents).

Algorithm of action:

• 📱 Press and hold your finger on any app shortcut on your desktop until it “rises” above the screen.
• 👆 Drag it to another shortcut, a semi-transparent circle will appear with the inscription Create a folder.
• 📁 Let go of your finger. The folder is created! Now you can rename it by clicking on the name under the icon.

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ You can not add widgets or settings shortcuts to the folder (for example, "Flight Mode").
• ❌ The folder will disappear if you remove all labels from it.
• ✅ But you can create nested folders - dragging one folder to another (does not work on all versions). MIUI).

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If the folder accidentally deleted, check the basket in Settings → Apps → Recycle Bin. Labels are stored there for up to 30 days.

Method 2: Create a folder through the file system (for documents and media)

If you want to store real files (photo, PDF, APK) instead of shortcuts on your desktop, you need a different approach. MIUI doesn't have direct access to the file system via desktop, but there's a workaround.

Instructions:

1. Open the Files app (folder icon).
2. Go to the Category tab → Internal storage.
3. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Create a folder.
4. Name the folder (such as Desktop) and click Ready.
5. Return to the home screen, press and hold the empty space → Widgets → find the Files widget and drag it to the screen.
6. Set up the widget by selecting the folder you created as the source.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ The folder physically exists in the phone’s memory – files will not be lost when reset shortcuts.
• ✅ You can add any type of file, including archives and executables (.apk).

Method 3: Use of third-party launchers (Nova, Apex, POCO)

If standard methods don't work, install an alternative launcher, for example, Nova Launcher allows you to create folders with advanced settings: change icons, hide content, add gestures.

Step-by-step installation:

1. Download Nova Launcher from Google Play.
2. After installation, click the Home button and select Nova as the default launcher.
3. On the desktop, click and hold two shortcuts at the same time → the option to Create a folder will appear.
4. In the Nova settings (Long Press → Nova Settings), turn on the folder folder option to save space.

The pluses of Nova Launcher:

• 🎨 Flexible configuration of folders appearance (size, transparency, animation).
• 🔒 Password locking (via Nova Launcher Prime plugin).
• 📂 Support for nested folders of any depth.

Method 4: Create a folder through ADB (for advanced users)

This method is suitable for those who want to place system files or folders from protected partitions on the desktop (for example, /data/data). Required. ADB Basic command line knowledge.

Warning: Incorrect commands may disrupt the system.On Redmi 9 with MIUI 13+, this method may block access to some features due to Xiaomi's security policy.

Instructions:

adb shell


su




mkdir /sdcard/Workshop/New Pope




chmod 777 /sdcard/Workshop/New Pope

To make the folder appear on the desktop:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the commands above.
2. Install any file manager with root support (such as Solid Explorer).
3. In the manager, find the created folder and add it to the Favorites.
4. Add to the desktop a file manager widget tied to this folder.

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ADB-The teams only work on an unlocked bootloader. On Redmi 9, you need to unplug your Mi Account and use the official Mi Unlock Tool.

Method 5: Automation with Tasker (for those who like scripts)

If you need to create folders on a schedule or under certain conditions (like when connecting to Wi-Fi), use Tasker, an application that automates activities, including working with the file system.

Example of a task to create a folder:

1. Install Tasker.
2. Create a new task (+ → File → Create a folder).
3. Please indicate the path: /storage/emulated/0/Workstol/CarFold.
4. Add a trigger (e.g. Time → Daily at 9:00).

Additional opportunities:

• 🔄 Automatically move files to a folder (for example, all screenshots).
• 📌 Notification of folder creation.
• 🔐 Locking folder through integration with Secure Folder.

Install Tasker and AutoInput plugin|Include special features for Tasker|Create a backup copy of the data|Check the storage rights-->

Frequent mistakes and how to fix them

Even when following instructions, users face problems, and here are some of the most common solutions.

Error 1: The folder is not created by dragging tags.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi 9s MIUI 14+ Data Protection is enabled. Turn it off in Settings. → Confidentiality → Special access → Data protection.

Error 2: Files widget does not display the folder you created.

• Check that the folder is created in /storage/emulated/0/, not in internal memory.
• Update the widget: click on it → Update.
• Reboot the phone.

Error 3: The folder disappears after the MIUI update.

This is because of the launcher reset.

• Back up shortcuts through Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher → Storage → Backup.
• After the update, restore the backup copy.

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