Owners of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 often face the need to use multiple accounts on popular social networks or instant messengers. This is especially true for those who share personal and workspace or just want to have a backup profile. Fortunately, the MIUI shell installed on the device offers built-in tools to solve this problem without the need to install third-party software.
The cloning process does not require a deep knowledge of programming or Root rights.The Android system, adapted by Xiaomi engineers, allows you to run a second instance of the program in an isolated container. It is important to understand that cloning only works with applications that are officially supported by the system or can be installed as a cloning system. APK-file.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all available methods for creating duplicate applications. We will look at the regular functionality of the shell, methods for installing modified versions of programs and how to work with system constraints.
Use of the built-in function “Cloning applications”
The safest and most stable way to run the second version of the messenger or social network is to use the system function Dual Apps. It is built directly into the MIUI shell and optimized to work with the resources of the Snapdragon 660 processor installed in the Redmi Note 7.
To activate the function, you need to go to the settings menu. The path usually looks like: Settings → Applications → Apps → Cloning. In the list that opens, the system automatically displays programs that support creating duplicates, usually WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, Facebook and popular Chinese services.
⚠️ Note: When cloning through system settings, the second application will be marked with a special icon. Do not delete the original application if you want the copy to continue to work, as they are associated with system dependencies.
Once you turn on the tumbler, a copy of the tumbler will appear on the desktop next to the desired application, and you can log in using a different phone number or acc-unt, which is ideal for splitting contacts without installing additional software.
Configure the second copy through the Design Theme
In some versions of MIUI firmware, the cloning function may be hidden or limited to a region, in which case it helps to change the theme to a standard or specific theme from Xiaomi developers, which can unlock hidden menus.
Go to the desktop Themes app. Go to the user profile (human icon) and select Settings. Find the region-related item and try changing it to India or Singapore. Once you change region and reboot the device, the cloning menu is often available for more applications.
- 📱 Open the Themes app and go to the profile settings.
- 🌍 Change the region to the country where the functions MIUI widened.
- 🔄 Reboot your smartphone to apply changes.
- 🔍 Check the app cloning menu for new items.
This method does not require the installation of unnecessary files and is safe for the system. However, after changing the region, some system notifications or offers in the GetApps app store may change.
Installation APK-file to create an independent copy
If the built-in tools do not fit, you can install a second copy of the application manually using APK-This method circumvents the limitations of the list of supported programs, but requires caution when choosing the source of the download.
You'll need to find a modified version of the application, often called "Dual," "Parallel," or just a second version with a different batch name. Download the file from a verified source and install it. The system will request permission to install from unknown sources.
Settings → Password and Security → Privacy → Special Permits → Installation of Unknown ApplicationsOnce you activate the permission, you can install the downloaded file, and it's completely independent of the original file, and it has its own data and cache, which is convenient, but it increases the space you take up on the disk.
☑️ Pre-installing check APK
Comparison of cloning methods on Redmi Note 7
The choice of cloning method depends on your goals and level of technical training. MIUI staff facilities provide better stability, while third-party APKs provide more freedom but carry security risks.
| Parameter | Systemic cloning | APK-files) | Virtual spaces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stability of work | Tall. | Medium | Low. |
| Security of data | Maximum | Depends on the source. | Medium |
| Battery consumption | Optimized. | Elevated | High-pitched |
| Difficulty setting up | Minimum | Medium | Tall. |
As you can see from the table, the best thing for everyday use is built-in functionality, which ensures that notifications will arrive on time, and the application will not be unloaded from memory by the aggressive energy saving MIUI.
Working with notifications and energy saving
Clone apps on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 may face the problem of notifying, which is due to an aggressive battery saving policy that puts the background processes to sleep.
To fix this, you need to configure each cloned application separately. Press the application icon on your desktop and select About. Go to Battery and select No Limits mode. This will allow the program to run in the background constantly.
⚠️ Warning: No Limits mode increases battery consumption, only for cloned applications that you are waiting for important messages.
Also make sure that notifications are enabled for a copy of the application. Sometimes the system will block them by default for the second instance. Check the settings in the Notifications section inside the app menu.
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If notifications are late, try pinning the application to the list of running processes. To do this, open the multitasking menu (three bars or swipe at the bottom), find the application window and pull it down until the lock appears.
Possible problems and ways to solve them
When cloning apps, users may experience a variety of errors, most often in the case of inability to log in or crash out, which may be because a service (such as Instagram or WhatsApp) sees two devices with the same identifiers.
In some cases, cleaning the data of the cloned application helps. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find a copy (it can be called the same or have a Clone name), and choose Clear. After that, try to log in again.
- 🚫 App crashes when you start: try updating the main version to the latest.
- 🔒 Error of entry: the service can block the entrance from two IP; switch Wi-Fi network to mobile Internet.
- 📉 Interface brakes: cloned apps consume more RAM; close extra tabs.
If nothing helps, consider using official versions of business apps like WhatsApp Business, which officially support running parallel to the regular version and do not require cloning.
Why does cloning not work on some applications?
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The use of official versions of Business is often a more stable alternative to cloning for instant messengers.