How to change the app icon on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7: 5 proven ways

Wanting to refresh the look of a smartphone, but don’t know how to change the boring standard icons on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7? You’re not alone – thousands of users are daily looking for ways to customize the MIUI interface. Fortunately, even on this 2019 model of release (with current firmware updates) there are several working methods: from simple themes to manual replacement through ADB.

In this article, we'll look at all the current ways to change icons, from official MIUI tools to third-party solutions. Importantly, some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights, but we'll start with the safest options that won't affect the warranty. Are you ready to transform your Redmi Note 7?

1.Using the built-in MIUI themes

The easiest and safest way to do this is to use the official MIUI Theme Store, which is root-free and suitable even for beginners, and it's not just icons that change in themes, but also fonts, wallpaper, animations.

How it works on the Redmi Note 7:

• 📱 Open the Themes app (icon with brush on desktop)
• 🔍 In the search box, enter the query "icon pack" or "icon icons"
• 🎨 Select your favorite theme marked “Icons” (for example, Minimal Icon Pack or Pixel Icon)
• 📥 Click "Apply" - the system will automatically replace the icons on all screens

⚠️ Note: Some themes may charge for app sharing. Check reviews before using them – the description should indicate how many icons are supported (e.g., 1000).+ icon").

Installation of third-party launchers

If there aren't many built-in themes, try Google Play's alternative launchers, which completely replace the standard MIUI interface, offering flexible customization of icons. Popular options for the Redmi Note 7:

• 🚀 Nova Launcher – supports icon packages and gestures
• 🎨 Action Launcher – handy widgets and adaptive icons
• 🔄 Lawnchair – lightweight launcher with support for Pixel icons

Instructions for setting up (for example, Nova Launcher):

1. Install a launcher from Google Play
2. Launch it and select in the settings Style of icons → Package of icons
3. Download your favorite icon pack (such as Whicons or CandyCons)
4. Changes – Icons will be updated automatically

Make a backup copy of the desktop|Check compatibility with MIUI 12/13|Clear the cache of the standard launcher|Disable battery optimization for new launcher-->

💡 Useful tip: In Nova Launcher you can configure Adaptive icons – the system will automatically select the shape (circle, birdhouse, drop) for all icons, even if they are from different packages.

3. Manual replacement of icons via ADB (no root)

For advanced users who are ready to work with the command line, there is a method of replacing icons through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which does not require root rights, but requires a connection to a PC and enabling debugging over USB.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on Redmi Note 7: Go to Settings → About Phone and 7 times click on MIUI Version
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and activate Debugging over USB
3. Connect your phone to your PC, install ADB-tools, and execute the command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.home (this will disable the standard MIUI launcher)
4. Install any launcher from Google Play (for example, Nova Launcher) – it will become the main one.
5. Download icon pack and apply it through launcher settings

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They may conflict with updates MIUI. After major firmware updates, you may need to repeat the procedure. Do not use pm uninstall commands for system applications - this will lead to unstable work!

4. Replace icons through root access

If you have a bootloader unlocked and Magisk installed, you can manually replace the system application icons, which gives you maximum freedom, but requires caution.

Tools required:

• 📱 Root access (unlocked boot loader) + Magisk)
• 🖥️ File Manager with root access (e.g., Solid Explorer or Root Explorer)
• 🎨 Set of icons in format PNG (size 192×192 pixel)

Instructions:

1. Download the archive with icons and unpack it on PC
2. Connect the Redmi Note 7 PC and copy PNG-file /data/app/[packet]-1/base.apk/res/drawable
3. Use APK Editor to decompile the APK app, replace icons, and recompile
4. Install the modified APK via ADB: adb install -r path/to/modified.apk

⚠️ Note: Incorrect modification of the system APK You can have bootloop. Always back up the original files! If the application stops opening after you've replaced it, restore the original version through adb install. -r original.apk.

5.Creating your own icons

Want unique icons that aren’t in stores? On Redmi Note 7, you can create your own icons using specialized apps:

• 🎨 Icon Changer – a simple editor with templates
• 🖌️ Icon Pack Studio – Advanced Design Tool
• 📱 Shortcut Maker – Creating shortcuts with custom icons

Example of creating an icon with Shortcut Maker:

1. Install the app from Google Play
2. Select Create a shortcut → Application and specify the target application
3. Click on the default icon and select Gallery or Download
4. Select the image (recommended size: 512×512 px for clarity)
5. Keep the label on your desktop

💡 Useful advice: For the perfect result, use images in format PNG You can create icons in Canva or Figma by exporting them with permission. 1024×1024 px for quality reserve.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To determine the best way, evaluate your skills and goals:

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For most users of Redmi Note 7 third-party launchers (Nova Launcher + icon pack) will be the optimal solution - they give maximum customization without risk to the system.

FAQ: Frequent questions