Changing the default browser to Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is a task that many users face after buying a smartphone. By default, Xiaomi devices often have a branded Mi Browser browser, which does not always suit owners in terms of speed, functionality or privacy policy. Fortunately, Redmi Note 7 can be unlimited to assign any application for browsing web pages to the main one, whether it is Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or even Opera.
In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the default browser, from standard Android settings to bypassing possible MIUI limitations. You will learn how to install an alternative browser correctly, why the change option is sometimes not available, and what to do if the settings are reset after the system update, instructions will be suitable for all versions of MIUI on the Redmi Note 7 (including MIUI 12/13/14), and also take into account the features of firmware for the global and Chinese markets.
Why you should change the default browser to Redmi Note 7
Xiaomi’s signature Mi Browser has a number of features that are not convenient for everyone, and here are the key reasons why Redmi Note 7 owners prefer alternative solutions:
- 🚀 Performance: Chrome or Firefox often perform faster on heavy graphics or JavaScript sites.
- 🛡️ Privacy: Mi Browser collects user data to personalize advertising (this is stated in Xiaomi’s policy).
- 🔄 Sync: Chrome or Opera makes it easier to sync bookmarks and passwords between devices.
- 🎨 Additional features: Extensions, dark theme, built-in VPN — All this is in third-party browsers, but is not in the standard.
In addition, some sites (such as banking or government portals) may not display correctly in Mi Browser due to the features of its engine.
⚠️ Note: On the Chinese versions MIUI (without global firmware, the default browser change option may be blocked, in which case additional configuration or installation of Google Mobile Services will be required (GMS).
Preparation: Install an alternative browser
Before you change the default browser, you need to install it on your device. On the Redmi Note 7, you can do this in several ways:
- Through Google Play Market: 📱 Open the Play Store. 🔍 Type the browser name in the search (for example, Google Chrome or Firefox). 📥 Click Install and wait for the download to be completed.
Through APK-file
- 🌐 Download the.apk file from the official website (for example, chrome.google.com).
- 📁 Transfer the file to your phone (via cable or cloud).
- 🔧 Allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Annexes → Special rights → Installation of unknown applications.
- 📲 Launch.apk and follow the instructions.
If there is no browser installed on the list, make sure that:
- 📥 The application has been successfully installed (check in Settings). → Annexes).
- 🔄 You reboot your phone after installation.
- 📌 The browser supports web link processing (some “light” versions may not have this feature).