How to change the icon VK on Xiaomi: 5 working ways for MIUI

Replacing the standard VK icon on Xiaomi smartphones is a challenge faced by users who want to personalize their device’s interface. Unlike iOS, which requires workarounds, MIUI offers several built-in and third-party solutions. However, not all methods are equally effective: some work only on certain versions of the shell, others require root rights or additional software installation.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to change the icon VK – from simple (use of themes). MIUI) up to advanced (editing) APK-We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions of the firmware: MIUI 12, 13 and 14, and models with HyperOS. If you want to not only change the icon, but also hide notifications or optimize the application – here you will find bonus tips.

Before you start, make sure your Xiaomi (or Redmi/POCO) has an up-to-date version of VK from Google Play or Mi App Store installed.Some techniques may not work with beta versions of the app or modified APKs.

1.Using the built-in MIUI themes

The easiest way to change the VC icon is to use MIUI themes.This method does not require installing third-party apps and works on most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices with MIUI firmware version 10 and higher.

The MIUI theme store offers thousands of free and paid themes, many of which include custom icons for popular apps including VKontakte. However, not all themes support changing icons for all installed programs – some only affect system icons.

• 📱 Open the Themes app (icon with brush) on the home screen.
• 🔍 In the search bar, enter the query: icons or icon pack.
• 🎨 Choose your favorite theme and click Apply. Some themes will require an additional icon package download.
• 🔄 If the VC icon has not changed, restart the device or re-apply the theme.

Note that after updating MIUI or resetting the theme may reset to standard. To avoid this, save your favorite theme to Favorites (heart icon in the upper right corner of the theme card).

⚠️ Attention: Some topics from the store MIUI They contain ads or require payment for the full version. Read reviews from other users before installing them – especially if the topic is low-ranking.

Download the latest version of the Themes app from the Mi App Store

Check the availability of free space (at least 100 MB)

Disable traffic savings in network settings

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Installation of a custom launcher

If the built-in MIUI themes don’t offer the right options, you can use third-party launchers, and popular solutions like Nova Launcher, Apex Launcher or Microsoft Launcher allow you to install custom icons for any application, including VKontakte.

The advantage of this method is flexibility: you can download a separate icon pack from Google Play (such as Whicons or CandyCons) and apply it only to selected applications. However, it is worth considering that launchers consume additional RAM and can slightly slow down the device on weak models (Redmi 9A, POCO C31).

• 🛒 Install a launcher from Google Play (we recommend Nova Launcher for maximum customization).
• 🖼️ Download your favorite icon pack (e.g. Minimal O Icon Pack or Lines Icon Pack).
• ⚙️ Go to the launcher settings, find the Icons or Icon Style section.
• 🔧 Select the downloaded icon package and apply it. For individual applications (including VC), you can manually specify a unique icon.

If after applying the icons they are displayed in low resolution, check the launcher settings: some allow you to change the size of the icons (Icon Size option) and include anti-aliasing (Adaptive Icons).

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14 or Redmi) K70) Some launchers may not work smoothly due to the limitations of the new shell. 4PDA or XDA Developers.

3. Manually modify the icon via APK Editor

For experienced users ready for more complex manipulations, there is a way to edit. APK-This method allows you to replace the icon with any.png image, but requires ADB root access, as well as accuracy – an error can lead to the inoperability of the application.

Before you start, make sure you have:

• 📱 Xiaomi with an unlocked bootloader (for root).
• 💻 Computer with installed ADB Tools and APK Editor (e.g. APKTool).
• 🖼️ Ready-made icon in resolution 192×192 or 512×512 pixels (the background must be transparent).

Step-by-step:

1. Download. APK-VKontakte file with the help of APK Extractor (available on Google Play).
2. Open the APK in APK Editor and go to the res/drawable or res/mipmap folder.
3. Find the icon files (usually called the icons). ic_launcher.png or ic_launcher_foreground.png) And replace them with your own.
4. Reassemble the APK, sign it and install it on the device via adb install.

Important: After manual editing of APK, the VK app may stop updating via Google Play. To return automatic updates, you will have to remove the modified version and install the original.

4. Creating a shortcut with a custom icon

If previous methods seem too complicated, you can go for the trick of creating a shortcut with a custom icon on the home screen, which does not change the original icon in the app menu, but allows you to place an alternative icon on the desktop.

This is done using apps like Shortcut Maker or QuickShortcutMaker available on Google Play, which allows you to shortcut any activity within the app (such as the VC home screen) and assign it an arbitrary icon.

• 📲 Install QuickShortcutMaker from Google Play.
• 🔍 In the search bar of the application enter Vkontakte.
• 🎯 Select.MainActivity activity (usually first on the list).
• 🖼️ Click Create, then select Change the icon and upload your image.
• 📱 Place the created shortcut on the main screen.

The downside of this method is the duplication of icons: the original one will remain in the application menu. To hide it, you can use the Hide apps function in the launcher settings (available in Nova Launcher and POCO Launcher).

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5.Use of Xposed Framework (for advanced)

For users with root rights and experience with the Xposed Framework, the App Settings module is available to change the icons of system and user applications, which works on MIUI, but requires:

• Unlocked bootloader.
• Installed by Magisk or SuperSU.
• Xposed Installer for your version of Android.

Instructions:

1. Install Xposed Installer and activate it in Magisk Manager.
2. Download the App Settings module through the Xposed repository.
3. Restart the device and open App Settings.
4. Find VKontakte in the list of applications and select the option Replace icon.
5. Upload your icon (in.png format) and apply the changes.

Warning: The Xposed Framework may conflict with some MIUI features, such as Second Space or App Lock. Before installing, back up your data via Mi Cloud or TWRP.

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T Or the Redmi Note 13 Pro.+) The Xposed Framework may not work due to security changes. The alternative is Magisk's Iconify module, but it doesn't support all applications.

Bonus: How to return a standard icon

If after experiments you decide to return the original icon VKontakte, use one of the ways:

• 🔄 For those. MIUI: Use a standard theme (Default or Default) MIUI).
• 🗑️ For launchers: Remove the custom icon pack or reset the launcher settings.
• 📦 For modified APK: Remove the app and install the original version from Google Play.
• 🔧 For Xposed: Deactivate the App Settings module and restart the device.

If the icon has not returned to its original appearance, try to clear the cache of the VK app and launcher data:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → VKontakte → Storage → Clear cache


Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher (e.g. Nova) → Clear data

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Before resetting your icons, check if you are using multiple methods at the same time (e.g. MIUI theme + launcher).

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the icon VK to Xiaomi