How to create a folder on the desktop Xiaomi Redmi 10: 5 ways + secret MIUI

Managing files and applications on Xiaomi Redmi 10 is easier when the desktop is organized correctly. Foldering is a basic skill that saves time and frees up space from the chaos of icons. But even in a simple procedure, there are nuances: from shell versions. MIUI to hidden gestures that are not written in official manuals.

Many Redmi 10 users find that the standard way to drag and drop icons doesn’t always work, because of customized firmware, where the manufacturer sometimes changes the logic of interaction. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of creating folders, including alternative ones (via Settings and Edit Mode), and also explain how to fix typical errors when the folder does not create or disappears after a reboot.

We pay special attention to hidden functions. MIUI 12/13/14, Not only do they group applications, but they also customize folders, resize them, or even hide them from the public eye. 10 — read on.

Why Redmi 10 can’t create a folder: common reasons

Before we go into the instructions, it's important to understand what's getting in the way of the standard method, and most often, the problem is one of three things:

🔹 Version. MIUI Redmi 10 is out of the box. MIUI 12.5 or 13 (depending on the region), but after the updates, the shell may change. MIUI 14 folder-creating algorithm is slightly different - there is an additional confirmation step added.

🔹 If the smartphone is switched to a simplified interface (often switched on accidentally or for older users), the icon grouping function is disabled. → Special facilities → Easy regime.

🔹 Launcher restrictions: Some third-party launchers (e.g. Nova Launcher or Nova Launcher) POCO Launcher installed on top of the standard one blocks folder creation through gestures, in which case you need to use alternative methods or return the standard interface.

⚠️ Warning: If Safe Mode is on, all customization functions, including folder creation, will be disabled. To exit, restart your phone and hold the power button until the menu appears.

Another rare but possible cause is the system files being damaged after a failed update, in which case the launcher resets will help:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher → Storage → Clear data

Method 1: Standard folder creation through drag and drop icons

This is the most obvious method that works on most versions. MIUI. The algorithm is simple, but there are a few subtleties:

1. Unlock the screen and go to the main desktop (not in the app menu!).

2. Find two icons you want to combine, like YouTube and Chrome.

3. Hold your finger on one of the icons and drag it to the other one, and in 1-2 seconds, a translucent circle will appear, signaling that the folder is about to be created.

4. Release your finger. The system will automatically name the folder (usually by application category, such as the Internet).

📌 What to do if the icons don’t come together?

• 🔄 Check if the layout fixing mode is enabled (clip the empty space on the screen) → Screen settings → turn off the option).
• 📱 Make sure you drag and drop icons on the home screen, not in the app menu (All apps).
• 🖐️ Try using two fingers: pinch the first icon, then touch the second one – sometimes it works better.

If a folder is created but disappears, don't panic. It might just be on another desktop, scroll left/right, or check the Ungrouped folder in the app menu.

Clutch the empty space on the screen → select "Screen settings"|Turn off "Fixing the layout"|Make sure you are on the home screen and not on the app menu.|Try dragging the icons with two fingers.-->

Method 2: Create a folder through editing mode

If drag and drop doesn't work, use Desktop Editing Mode, which is more reliable because it activates additional interface options.

1. Hold the empty space on the desktop (not on the icon!) and hold for 1-2 seconds.

2. In the menu that appears, select Screen Settings (or Edit, depending on the version). MIUI).

3. Now tap any icon — it will rise slightly, and at the bottom of the screen will appear the toolbar.

4. Drag the first icon to the second. The folder will be created immediately, without delay.

💡 Secret Trick: If you want to create a folder of three or more apps, first group two, then drag the third to the already created folder. MIUI It allows you to add up to 16 icons to a single folder (in older versions, the limit is 12).

⚠️ Important: In editing mode, you can't create folders in folders (in nested folders). If you drag one folder to another, they just swap places.

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To quickly find a folder on your desktop, swipe down the screen and type its name in the search bar. MIUI It even indexes user folders!

Method 3: Use of the "All Applications" menu (for MIUI 13/14)

Newer versions of the shell have the ability to create folders directly in the app menu (All apps), which is convenient if there is no space on the desktop or you prefer minimalism.

1. Open the app menu by swiping up from the bottom of the screen (or tapping the All apps icon).

2. Find the first application you want to add to the folder and pinch its icon.

3. At the top of the screen, a panel will appear with the option to Create a folder. Drag the icon there.

4. Now add other apps to the folder, dragging them to the same area.

📌 Features of the method:

• 📁 The folder created in the application menu will not appear on the desktop – it will only be available inside the application.
• 🔍 To find it later, open the menu and scroll up — folders are displayed in alphabetical order.
• 🚫 You can’t move folders from the app menu to the desktop (and vice versa).

This method is useful if you want to unload the desktop, but still keep frequently used applications on hand.

Method 4: Creating a folder through settings MIUI (stealth)

Few people know, but in MIUI There's a hidden function of folder creation through system settings, and this is true for users who have disabled gestures or installed a non-standard launcher.

1. Go to Settings. → Desktop (or Settings) → Home screen in new versions).

2. Select the option "Manage folders" (if not, tap on "Additional").

3. Click Create a new folder and select apps from the list.

⚠️ Note: This method does not work on all versions. MIUI. If you don't have folder management, your firmware doesn't support it.

🔧 Alternative for advanced users: If you use ADB, You can create a folder manually through the command:

adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.CREATE_SHORTCUT -n com.miui.home/.launcher.ShortcutActivity

But this method requires knowledge of the command line and is only suitable for experiments.

Method 5: Use of gestures and voice assistant (for the purpose of MIUI 14)

In the latest versions MIUI 14 new ways to manage your desktop, including voice commands and gestures, like creating a folder with Xiao. AI:

1. Activate Xiao AI, I pressed the button home or said, "Hi, Siao Ai".

2. Tell the command: "Create a folder on the desktop" (or "Combine" <annex 1> and <annex 2> folder").

3. Confirm the action on the screen.

🤏 Gesture for fast folder creation (not working on all devices):

These methods require the voice assistant on and the current firmware version. MIUI You can set up → The phone. → Version. MIUI.

Dragging icons|Editing mode|Through the menu "All applications"|Voice assistant|Another option-->

How to Rename, Delete, or Configure a Folder on Redmi 10

Creating a folder is half the battle, and it's equally important to be able to manage it, change the name, add/delete applications, or customize the look and feel.

📝 Rename the folder:

1. Stick it on the folder to open it.
2. Tap the folder name (by default, this is a category, for example, "Games" or "Social Networks").
3. Enter a new name and press Ready.

🗑️ Deletion of the folder:

• Open the folder and drag all the apps back to the desktop.
• When the folder is empty, it will automatically be deleted.
• Or, hold the folder. → Click Remove (Basket icon).

🎨 Customization of appearance:

V MIUI 13/14 You can change the size of the icons in the folder and the background of the folder:

1. Open the folder and tap three points (⋮) top-right.
2. Choose Change the size or Change the background.
3. For the background, options are available: Transparent, Color or Image from the gallery.

🔒 How to hide a folder from strangers:

If you want to hide a folder with confidential applications:

1. Click the folder and select Hide (available in the MIUI 12.5+).
2. Or move it to the Secret folder (you need to include in Settings). → Confidentiality).

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V MIUI 14 Smart folders are available, and the system automatically groups applications into categories (e.g., Work, Social) when you first turn on your phone. → Desktop → Smart folders and deactivate the option.

What to do if the folder disappears or does not open

Sometimes Redmi 10 users find that the folder they created suddenly disappears or does not respond to clicks.

🔍 The folder disappeared from the desktop:

• Scroll through all desktops – it may have moved to another screen.
• Check the Ungrouped folder in the All Apps menu.
• If the folder is empty, it could automatically be deleted (MIUI Cleansing empty folders after rebooting).

🚫 The folder won't open:

• If you click on the folder there is a vibration, but nothing happens - reset the launcher settings (see the instructions above).
• Try restarting your phone – sometimes it helps with temporary crashes.
• If the folder contains system applications (such as Settings or Phone), try removing it and re-create it.

🔄 The folder opens, but the apps inside don't start:

It's a sign of a launcher cache failure.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher.
2. Click Clear the cache and Stop.
3. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: If the folder contains applications installed on SD-The card, and the card was retrieved, and the icons inside the folder will become inactive.

FAQ: Frequent questions about folders on Xiaomi Redmi 10