Xiaomi’s MIUI-based smartphones are known for their functionality, but users often face a problem: even after the application is closed, they continue to work in the background, using up battery power and RAM. This is especially noticeable on budget models (Redmi Note 12, Poco X5) and devices with 4-6 GB of RAM, where every megabyte counts. In this article, we will analyze all the working ways to disable background processes, from standard MIUI settings to hidden functions for power users.
It's important to understand that not all background processes are harmful, like Google Play Services or Mi Cloud, which synchronizes data, and messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram) need background notifications, but many games, social networks and underutilized programs are wasting resources, and we'll show you how to balance energy savings and functionality.
The instructions in the article are relevant for MIUI 14/15 (including global and Chinese versions) and checked on Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi Note 11, Poco F5 models. If you have an older version of the shell (MIUI 12 and below), some menu items may differ - we will warn you about this separately.
Why background apps are damaging Xiaomi smartphone
Background processes are programs that continue to work after folding, and they fall into three categories:
- 🔄 Data synchronization: messengers, mail, cloud services, Internet and battery, but necessary for notifications.
- 🎮 Caching: Games (Genshin Impact, PUBG Mobile and social media (TikTok, Instagram) preload content even when you’re not using them.
- 📊 Analytics: Many apps (especially Chinese ones) collect data about your activity for targeted advertising.
Consequences of the constant operation of background processes:
| Problem. | Reason. | How it manifests |
|---|---|---|
| Fast battery discharge | Constant activity of the processor and module Wi-Fi/4G | The phone sits down in 4-6 hours with moderate use |
| Overheating of the hull | CPU/GPU load due to unnecessary tasks | The bottom of the phone is hot even in plain |
| Lags and brakes | Lack of RAM for active applications | Applications are long to open or fly out |
| Increased traffic | Background loading of updates, advertising, analytics | Mobile Internet consumption exceeds 1-2 GB per day |
On Xiaomi smartphones with Snapdragon 7xx/8xx processors (such as Xiaomi 12T or Redmi K50), background processes are less critical thanks to the optimization of MIUI Turbo. On budget chips (Helio Gxx, Snapdragon 4xx), each unnecessary process reduces performance by 15-20%.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling system background processes (e.g. com.miui.securitycenter) may cause disruptions MIUI. We recommend starting with custom applications.
Method 1: Limiting the background through battery settings
The safest and most recommended method by Xiaomi is to use built-in optimization tools, which does not require root rights and is suitable for all models.
Steps:
- Open Settings → Battery and Performance.
- Select Battery Consumption Management (in some versions, Battery Optimization).
- Select applications (or applications in MIUI 15).
- In the list, find the app you want (like Facebook or AliExpress) and select Limited.
What do regimes mean:
- 🚀 No restrictions: the application works in the background always (suitable for instant messengers).
- ⚡ Intellectual: MIUI It is up to you when to suspend the process.
- 🔒 Restricted: Background activity blocked, notifications may not arrive.
Is there a Genshin Impact (Call of Duty) limit?
Is the background activity on social networks (TikTok, Instagram) turned off?
Are messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram) checked for the correct operation of notifications?
Are important system processes (Google Play Services) saved without restrictions?-->
This method reduces battery consumption by 10 to 15 percent, but it doesn't completely eliminate processes.
Method 2: Forced Stop through Application Settings
If you want to close the app completely (such as TikTok or Wildberries), use the Stop function:
Instructions:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Select the desired application from the list.
- Press Forced Stop (in MIUI 15, the button may be called Stop).
- Confirm the action in the dialog window.
⚠️ Warning: After a forced shutdown, some apps (like Google Maps) may not update the data in the background until you open it again.
The downside is that after you reboot your phone or after a few hours, the app can start again. To avoid this, combine this method with a background restriction (Method 1).
Social networks (Instagram, Facebook)
Messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram)
Games (Genshin Impact, PUBG)
Shops (AliExpress, Wildberries)
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Method 3: Use of the "charge saving" mode
MIUI has a hidden super-saving mode that aggressively closes all background processes, which is useful when the battery is below 15%, but you can also turn it on manually.
How to activate:
- Open Settings → Battery and Performance.
- Select Battery Mode (or Charge Saving in MIUI 14).
- Activate the option of Super-Economies or Extreme Savings.
- In the list of exceptions, leave only critical applications (calls, SMS).
Effect:
- ✅ Background processes are disabled for all applications except system.
- ✅ Notifications come only from messengers from the white list".
- ❌ Some features (such as Always On Display) are automatically disabled.
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If after the inclusion of super-savings, notifications from Telegram stopped coming, add it to the exceptions manually: Settings → Battery → Saving charge → Applications without restrictions
Method 4: Disabling Auto-Run Applications
Many programs (Facebook, AliExpress, MyJio) run automatically when you turn on your phone or connect to the Internet.
Step-by-step:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Select an app (such as Facebook).
- Slip on Autostart and turn off the slider.
- Repeat for all unnecessary programs.
List of apps that most often abuse auto-run:
- 📱 Facebook and Facebook Lite – Start with each Wi-Fi turn on.
- 🛒 AliExpress, Wildberries, Ozon – check catalog updates in the background.
- 🎵 Spotify, Yandex Music – download cache even when music is not playing.
- 📺 TikTok, Likee – Preload Videos for the Tape.
What happens if you disable auto-start system applications?
Method 5: Using ADB for deep shutdown (for experienced)
If standard methods don't work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a tool for advanced users, which allows you to disable background processes at the system level, but requires a connection to a PC.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
- 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
- 🛠️ Utility. ADB Tools (download from Google website).
- 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).
Commands to disable background:
adb shell cmd appops set < application package > RUN_ANY_IN_BACKGROUND deny
adb shell cmd appops set < application package > RUN_IN_BACKGROUND denyExamples of popular application packages:
- Facebook: com.facebook.katana
- Instagram: com.instagram.android
- TikTok: com.zhiliaoapp.musically
- AliExpress: com.alibaba.intl.android.apps.poseidon
⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB This may cause system failure. Before executing commands, back up your data via Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.
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ADB-commands operate until the phone is reset to factory settings. MIUI They need to be reused.
Additional tips for optimization Xiaomi
In addition to disabling background processes, we recommend:
- 🔄 Clean the cache once every 1-2 weeks: Settings → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
- 📵 Disable unnecessary notifications: Settings → Notifications → Management of notifications.
- 🔋 Use a dark theme: it reduces the load on the battery AMOLED-Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi K60 Pro).
- 🛡️ Check autoboot through Settings → Annexes → Auto-start.
For models with a small amount of RAM (3-4 GB, for example, Redmi 10A or Poco C50) is also useful:
- Remove or disable preinstalled apps (Mi Video, Mi Music) through Settings → Applications → Delete/Disable.
- Use Lite versions of applications (Facebook Lite, Messenger Lite).
- Disable interface animation: Settings → Additional → For developers → The scale of window animation (Off).