How to Remove Google Assistant on Xiaomi

Many users of the Xiaomi ecosystem are faced with a situation where the Google Assistant preinstalled takes up space in memory or interferes with the management of the device. Often, the voice assistant activation occurs by accident when holding the power button or swipe on the lock screen, which causes irritation. Complete removal by standard methods is impossible, since it is a system application, but there are effective ways to neutralize it.

In this article, we will look at all the available methods, from simple locking through the interface settings to advanced shutdown via the computer, you will learn how to prevent automatic start-up and free up the resources of the MIUI or HyperOS operating system, which will make using a smartphone more comfortable and devoid of intrusive functions.

You need to understand that disabling system components requires care. Incorrect actions can lead to unstable interface operation, so it is important to follow the instructions in stages. We will help you safely deactivate unnecessary service, keeping the rest of the system running.

Disconnection through interface settings and buttons

The easiest and safest way to remove the activation of the assistant is to change the settings of the control buttons. In modern Xiaomi shells, launching is often tied to a long press of the on button. To change this, go to Settings → Additional Features → Buttons.

Here you'll see the option "Long-term press of the power button." The default option is "Google Assistant." You need to switch this option to "Switch off menu" or "Nothing." This action will instantly stop calling voice search when you lock the screen.

• 📱 Go to the main settings of your smartphone.
• 🔘 Find the button and gesture control point.
• 🚫 Change the effect of long clamping to "Switch off menu».

You should also check the settings of the Google app itself. Open the Google app, click on your profile avatar, and select Settings. In the Google Assistant section, look for Phone and turn off the Google Assistant option, which will prevent you from responding to voice commands, OK, Google.

Blocking through Application Management

If standard settings don’t work, you can try to remove updates or disable the app in the Manager.This method doesn’t require a computer connection, but it’s not available on all firmware versions. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps.

In the list, find Google or Google Assistant. If the Remove button is not available, try clicking "Remove Updates." This will return the app to the factory version, which is often less aggressive in its notifications, and then the "Disable" button can sometimes be activated.

⚠️ Warning: Disabling the main Google app completely could disrupt map, Play Market store and voice input in other programs.

In some cases, the system will resist shutdown by requiring confirmation through the account or by issuing an error. ADB-commands that grant administrator rights to remove components.

Also remember to revoke permissions from the app. In the Permissions section, deny access to microphone, geolocation, and contacts, which will prevent the assistant from collecting data about you, even if it accidentally starts in the background.

Complete removal via ADB (for advanced)

The most radical and effective method is to use USB debugging and a computer, and you'll need to install Xiaomi drivers and the ADB platform on your PC, which hides the application from the system so that it stops consuming resources.

First, activate the developer mode. To do this, quickly click on the build number in the About Phone section 7 times. Then, in the Developer menu, turn on USB debugging. Connect the smartphone to your computer with a cable.

Open the command line on your computer in the ADB folder and enter the command to check the connection:

adb devices

If the device is displayed, you can start removing packets. For Google Assistant, the following commands are used, which you need to enter in turn:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.apps.googleassistant


adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

Once the commands are executed, the assistant will disappear from the menu and stop starting, and it is important to understand that this is only deleting for the current user, the system files will remain, but will not work.

Alternative methods and third-party launchers

Sometimes, the built-in MIUI shells block shutdown attempts, and then installing a third-party launcher, like a Nova Launcher or Lawnchair, helps, so you can reassign any button and swipe action.

By installing an alternative interface, you have full control of your gestures, and in the new launcher settings, you can either assign a home button or a long press to open the app you want instead of Google, which bypasses the manufacturer's system limitations.

• 🎨 Download a third-party launcher from Play Market.
• ⚙️ Install it as a default application.
• 🔧 In the launcher settings, reassign the actions of the buttons.

Another method is to use “freezing” applications like Freezer or Ice Box, which require ADB permissions to initially set up, but then allow one click to freeze any system processes, turning them into inactive shortcuts.

Possible problems and solutions

Users may experience errors during the shutdown process, often when the assistant is removed, the desktop search widget or voice input in the Gboard keyboard stops working, because these services are tied to one Google service package.

If voice input is missing, try changing the way you type in or reinstalling Google updates in your keyboard settings. In extreme cases, if the system is unstable, you can return the components by command:

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.apps.googleassistant

Also, you should consider that after updating the firmware settings may reset, in which case the procedure of disabling will have to be repeated. Save screenshots of settings or a list of commands to quickly restore the configuration.

Conclusion and final recommendations

You can completely remove Google Assistant on Xiaomi in a variety of ways, from simple button settings to deep cleaning through ADB. The choice of method depends on your skills and the desired degree of interference with the system. For most users, just change the button settings and revoke permissions.

Using advanced methods gives you complete control, but you need to be careful: always check which packages you turn off so that you do not disrupt the critical functions of the smartphone.

Remember that digital hygiene is important for device performance: regularly check the list of applications that are working and disable those that you do not use, this will prolong battery life and speed up your Xiaomi.

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