Redmi 7A series smartphones often face the problem of overflowing internal memory, which is especially critical for models with storage capacity of 16 or 32 GB. Users notice that the category “Other” grows to incomprehensible sizes, occupying gigabytes of valuable space, this phenomenon causes slowdown of the interface and the inability to install new applications or update the system.
In this article, we will explore what lies behind this mysterious section and how to safely delete redundant files without losing personal data. You will learn about methods to clean the system cache, delete residual messenger files and use special commands for deep cleaning. Understanding the structure of the MIUI file system will allow you to effectively manage the resources of the device.
Start by analyzing what the system classifies as “other,” often not just junk, but important application logs, temporary update files, or remote program data, and a smart cleaning approach can help return the phone to a performance comparable to a new device.
Memory analysis and search for hidden files
Before we start taking drastic measures, we need to understand which applications generate the most data in the Other category. The standard storage analyzer doesn't always show the full picture by hiding the details of nested folders. You'll need to look deeper, using embedded tools or third-party utilities to visualize disk space.
Often, the main “eaters” of the place are messengers such as Telegram or WhatsApp, which store media files in hidden directories, and a significant share can be taken up by browser cache and streaming services, and system analysis allows you to identify these sources and decide to clean them.
- 📊 Use the built-in Security app to initially estimate the amount of occupied space.
- 📂 Check the folder. Android/data Files from remote games and programs.
- 🔍 Pay attention to the folder. MIUI/Gallery/cloud/cache, Where miniatures of photos often accumulate.
⚠️ Warning: Do not delete files from system folders that you do not know the purpose of.This may cause Redmi to work in an unstable way. 7A cyclic-reset.
Cleaning the cache and temporary files of the system
The safest way to free up space is to delete temporary files that accumulate as the Android operating system runs. Cache speeds up the launch of applications, but over time its size becomes unnecessarily large. Regularly cleaning this partition often solves the problem of inflating the category "Other".
This procedure does not require any root access, but rather the standard MIUI shell toolkit, which has a built-in garbage retrieval mechanism, should be noted, however, that automatic cleaning may miss some deep logs.
☑️ Checklist for cache cleanup
After the standard procedure, it is recommended to restart the device so that the system correctly recalculates the occupied volume. If the category "Other" has decreased slightly, a more detailed approach to specific applications will be required. In some cases, cleaning the cache through the settings menu of each application separately helps.
- 🗑️ Go to Settings. → Annexes → All applications for manual control.
- 📱 Select heavy apps (social networks, browsers) and click “Clear cache».
- 🔄 Do not confuse “Cache Clearing” with “Cleaning All Data” so as not to lose logins.
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Clear the app cache only after you use them so you don’t slow down the first run the next time.
Work with garbage from messengers and social networks
Messengers are the main culprits behind the appearance of files in the “Other” section. Telegram, for example, stores all the photos and videos viewed in its cache, which the system does not always correctly display as media files.
To effectively combat this phenomenon, you need to use built-in cleaning tools inside the applications themselves, and on Telegram, this is done through the Data and Memory menu, where you can configure the autodeletion of the cache, which allows you to free up gigabytes of space without deleting your correspondence history.
It is important to understand the difference between deleting chat and cleaning local cache. Local files take up space on the disk, while cloud history remains available. Regularly reviewing your media saving settings will help prevent the category from growing again.
| Annex | The path to cleanup | Security |
|---|---|---|
| Telegram | Settings → Data and memory → Memory use | Safe. |
| Settings → Data and Storage → Storage Management | Safe. | |
| Viber | More. → Settings → Memory. → Clear the cache | Safe. |
| Phone Settings → Applications → Clear the cache | Safe. |
⚠️ Note: When cleaning up messenger data, make sure you have a backup of important chats if you plan to remove the app entirely.
Using ADB commands for deep cleaning
For advanced users who have not been helped by standard methods, there is the possibility of using USB debugging and ADB commands (Android Debug Bridge), which allows you to remove system debris that is hidden from the average user, but it requires a connection to the computer and install drivers.
Before you start, you need to activate the developer mode on Redmi 7A. To do this, click seven times on the build number in the About Phone section. Then turn on USB debugging in the Developer menu, which will open access to the file system through the computer.
adb shell pm trim-caches 999999999999Executing this command cuts the cache of all applications to a minimum, effectively clearing the Other section. Be careful: improper use of ADB can lead to the deletion of critical system files. Use this method only if you are confident in your actions and understand the risks.
- 💻 Connect your phone to your PC in file transfer mode (MTP).
- 🔌 Allow debugging on the smartphone screen when connected.
- ⌨️ Enter a command in the terminal on your computer to start the cleaning process.
What to do if your computer can’t see your phone?
Resetting settings as a radical method
If the Other category continues to grow and takes up the lion’s share of memory, there may have been a critical file table failure, in which case the most effective solution would be a full factory reset, which would put the Redmi 7A back out of the box, removing all user data and accumulation errors.
Before you reset, make sure to back up your contacts, photos and important documents, and the process will completely destroy the information in your internal memory, and once reset, the system will be clean and the Other category will take up as little as possible.
To perform the reset, go to Settings → About Phone → Settings Reset → Erase all data. The device will reboot and begin the cleanup process, which can take 5 to 15 minutes, and once turned on, you will need to reconfigure your Google account and Mi Account.
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A complete reset is the only guaranteed way to remove system errors in the file system that cause a false display of memory.
⚠️ Warning: Make sure the battery is at least 50% battery power before starting reset. interruption of the process may cause the phone's software to break.
Preventing memory overflow in the future
To prevent the Other category problem from returning in a month, you need to implement the Redmi 7A routine maintenance routine. Enable automatic cleaning in the Security app by setting a schedule, for example, once a week, to help keep the system on track.
It is also recommended to disable auto-save media files in the gallery for instant messengers. This will prevent duplicate files: they will be stored in the app cache, but will not take up space in the shared gallery and will be considered by the system as a separate file type. Periodically check the Downloads folder for unnecessary installation files.apk.
Using cloud storage like Google Photos or Yandex.Disk with space freeup is also a great strategy, allowing you to store original photos in the cloud, leaving only compressed copies on the device or deleting them completely, which significantly reduces the load on the internal memory of budget devices.