How to completely disable or remove the application on Xiaomi Redmi: all ways

Xiaomi Redmi smartphones based on MIUI firmware often come with pre-installed applications that the user does not always need. Some of them can not be removed by standard methods, but they can be turned off so that they do not waste battery and memory. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to deactivate programs, from built-in MIUI tools to hidden functions for power users.

It is important to understand the difference between the terms: Deletion is the complete erasure of an application from a device (perhaps not for all system programs); Disabling is the deactivation of an application without deleting its files (stops background processes); Stopping is a temporary suspension (before the device restarts).

Redmi with MIUI 12-14 has all three options available, but implementation depends on the type of application and firmware version.

If you find an app that is self-activating after an update or reboot, or if its icon continues to appear on the menu, it’s a sign of incomplete shutdown, and below you’ll find solutions for such cases, including working with ADB and hidden settings.

1. Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest way is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which is suitable for most user and part of the system applications, and important: some programs (such as Mi Security or GetApps) can be protected from shutdown at the firmware level.

To deactivate the application:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the desired app from the list (use search if it is not in the main list).
3. Click Disable (the button will appear if the application can be deactivated).
4. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

Once you disable the app icon, it will disappear from the menu and the background processes will stop. However, the program files will remain in the device's memory. To return the application, repeat the steps and click Enable.

2. Removal of applications (including system)

Not all applications can be removed through the standard interface. System programs (e.g. Mi Video, Mi Music, Browser) require additional actions.

• 📱 Through Settings: Some apps (such as Facebook or Netflix if preinstalled) have a Remove button instead of Disable.
• 🔧 With help. ADB: to remove secure system applications (requires a computer and debugging) USB).
• ⚙️ Through TWRP: If the device has custom recavers, you can remove any application manually.

⚠️ Warning: Removing system applications may lead to unstable operation MIUI or update errors. Backup data before deleting.

Example of commands to delete via ADB (requires USB debugging enabled):

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer

Where com.miui.videoplayer is the batch name of the application (you can find it through programs like App Inspector).

Enable debugging over USB in the developer settings

Install ADB-computer-driver

Create a backup copy of the data

Check the batch name of the application

Connect your phone to your PC in file transfer mode-->

3. Stopping background processes

If an application doesn't need to be removed, but it's actively consuming battery or traffic, it can be forcibly stopped, and that's a temporary measure, and once you reboot your device or update your application, it's going to start again.

How to stop it:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the appropriate application.
3. Press Forced Stop (button is only active if the application is running).

To automatically stop background processes, use battery optimization:

• 🔋 Open the Settings. → Battery and productivity → Battery consumption management.
• 📉 Select the application and set a limit Limit background activity.
• 🔄 Enable Automatic Optimization for all applications.

⚠️ Warning: System process shutdowns (e.g., com.miui.securitycenter) may cause disruptions MIUI, including the inability to connect to the network or use a camera.

4. Hiding icons without disabling the application

If an application needs to be left active (for example, for notifications), but its icon interferes with the menu, you can hide it without completely turning it off, which works for most user programs.

Instructions:

1. Press and hold the app icon on the home screen.
2. In the menu that appears, select Remove or Hide (on some versions of MIUI - In the applet).
3. Confirm the action. The icon will disappear, but the app will remain in the system.

To return the icon:

• 🔍 Open the Settings. → Main screen screen.
• 📱 Select Hidden Apps and uncheck the box from the desired.

✅ Useful tip: if the hidden icon reappears after the update MIUI, Try using a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher) that allows you to flexibly customize the visibility of apps.

5. Disable Autostart and Notifications

Many applications run automatically when you turn on your phone or connect to the network, and it costs resources even if you're not using the software, to prevent auto-start:

Steps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the application and press Autostart.
3. Turn off the slider Allow Auto Start.

To disable notifications:

• 🔔 In the same app menu, select Notifications.
• 🚫 Turn off the slider Show notifications.
• 📵 If necessary, block pop-up windows in the Pop-up Notifications section.

On some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 and later), auto-run system applications cannot be disabled through the standard interface – you will need to use ADB or third-party utilities like Greenify.

6. Working with system applications through ADB

For advanced users who are ready to work with the command line, ADB (Android Debug Bridge) offers advanced application management capabilities, which allows you to disable even those programs that are locked in the MIUI interface.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
2. Activate Debugging by USB in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your computer and confirm your trust in the device.
4. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb devices

(Your device should appear)

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.weather2

(Replace com.miui.weather2 with the batch name of the desired application)

To turn the app back on, use:

adb shell pm enable com.miui.weather2

⚠️ Attention: misuse ADB It can lead to disruptions in work. MIUI. Do not disable critical system processes (e.g. com.android.phone or com.miui.home).

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Before working with ADB, back up your data through Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset. This will allow you to restore the system in case of an error.

Comparison of application disabling methods

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