How to hide the application on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: all the ways from standard to hidden

Hiding apps on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 is a challenge that users face for a variety of reasons, from wanting to remove unnecessary system utilities to having to hide personal information from prying eyes. Unlike the iPhone, where functionality is limited, MIUI firmware offers several built-in and third-party solutions. However, they are not all equally effective: some methods simply remove the icon from the main screen, while others completely block access to the program without a password.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to hide applications on Redmi Note 10 (relevant to MIUI versions 12, 13 and 14), including little-known tricks with archiving and using ADB. Particular attention will be paid to the nuances: for example, why hidden through Second Space application can suddenly appear after an update, or how to circumvent the restrictions on hiding system utilities like com.miui.securitycenter. If you need not just hide the icon, but completely block access, read the section about private mode.

1. Standard Hiding via MIUI Settings (without root)

The easiest way is to use the built-in Hidden Apps feature in MIUI, which doesn't remove the program, it just removes it from the menu and Google search, and it's important that this method only works for custom applications (like Telegram or Tinder), but not for system utilities like com.android.settings.

To hide the app:

  1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
  2. Slip on the three dots in the top right corner and select Hidden Apps.
  3. In the list, tick the desired programs and click "Done".

⚠️ Note: Apps hidden in this way will still appear in the Recent menu (if they were opened) and in the settings of your Google Play account. To completely remove traces, use the methods from the following sections.

  • ✅ It works without superuser rights.
  • ✅ No need to install additional programs
  • ❌ Does not hide the system applications
  • ❌ The icon may appear again after resetting the settings
📊 How often do you hide apps on your smartphone?
Never.
1-2 times a month
Every week.
I use this function constantly.

Archiving of applications: hiding without removal

The Archive feature in MIUI allows you to freeze an application by removing it from the home screen and stopping background processes, but saving data. This is useful for programs that you rarely use but do not want to delete (for example, banking applications or save games).

Instructions:

  1. Press the app icon on the home screen.
  2. In the menu that appears, select "Archive" (box icon).
  3. Confirm the action. The application will disappear, but will remain in the archived list (Settings → Applications → Archived).

To return the application, go to the archive and click "Restore". Data (for example, logins in VKontakte or progress in Genshin Impact) will be saved.

MethodHiding an icon?Stops background processes?Saving data?Does it work for system applications?
Standard cover-up✅ Yes.❌ No.✅ Yes.❌ No.
Archiving✅ Yes.✅ Yes.✅ Yes.❌ No.
Second Space✅ Yes.❌ No.✅ Yes.✅ Yes (partially)

Important: Archived apps don’t get updates through Google Play, which can create security vulnerabilities.

3.Second Space: Hiding in a Separate Profile

Second Space is a MIUI feature that creates a second independent user profile with its own apps, settings and data, and is ideal for hiding messengers, social networks or work accounts.

How to set up:

  1. Go to Settings. → Second Space.
  2. Create a new profile, follow instructions on the screen (you need to set a password).
  3. After creation, switch to Second Space (the icon in the notification panel).
  4. Install or transfer the desired apps (such as WhatsApp or Signal) to this profile only.

Now, apps will only be available after you enter a password and switch to Second Space, and in the main profile, they won't even be visible in the settings.

  • 🔒 Complete isolation: apps do not appear in the main profile
  • 📱 Supports different wallpaper, settings and accounts
  • ⚠️ Requires additional memory (each profile takes up a large amount of memory) ~1-2 GB)
  • ⚠️ Some system applications (e.g. com.miui.home) cannot be migrated

Set a complex password (at least 8 characters)|Disable notifications for hidden applications|Check the vacant space (minimum 3 GB)|Synchronize contacts (if necessary)-->

4.Using third-party launchers (Nova, Apex, POCO Launcher)

If you don't like the built-in MIUI methods, you can install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher or POCO Launcher) and hide applications through its settings, which doesn't remove programs from the device, but takes them out of sight.

Instructions for Nova Launcher:

  1. Install Nova Launcher from Google Play.
  2. Click the free space on the home screen → “Nova Settings”.
  3. Go to App Settings → Hide Apps.
  4. Check the boxes for the programs you want to hide.

Advantages of the method:

  • 🎨 Flexible configuration of appearance (icons, animations, gestures)
  • 🔍 Ability to hide any applications, including system
  • ⚡ Quick access through search (even hidden programs)

⚠️ Note: hidden applications through the launcher will remain visible in the settings MIUI All applications of the standard launcher are on the menu. For complete privacy, combine this method with Second Space.

5. Advanced methods: ADB and packet disabling

For power users willing to work with ADB, there is a way to completely disable unnecessary system applications (e.g. com.miui.analytics or com.xiaomi.midrop).This does not remove programs, but makes them unavailable without re-enablement.

Instructions:

  1. Turn on USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times, then go back to Additional Settings → For Developers).
  2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command:
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.example.package

Where com.example.package is the name of the application package (you can find it through the App Inspector or adb shell pm list packages).

Examples of useful commands:

  • adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.analytics -- disables analytics collection
  • adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.midrop -- removes Mi Drop
  • adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.browser -- disables the standard browser

⚠️ Warning: Disabling system packages can lead to unstable operation MIUI. For example, deactivating com.miui.securitycenter will disrupt the security center. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

How do I get the app back?
To turn the package back on, use the command: adb shell pm enable com.example.package If you don't remember the name of the package, view the full list through adb shell pm list packages -d (will show only disabled ones).

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The choice of method depends on your goal:

  • Do you need to temporarily hide the icon? → Use archiving or standard hiding.
  • Need full privacy? → Set up Second Space with a password.
  • Do you want to clean up your system debris? → Use ADB (for experienced ones only!).
  • Need flexibility and customization? → Install Nova Launcher

For most Redmi Note 10 users, the best solution is Second Space (for personal data) + archiving (for rarely used programs).If you need to hide the app from children or colleagues, add password blocking through Settings → App Lock.

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Second Space is the most reliable way to hide apps from outsiders, as they are physically absent from the main profile and password protected.

FAQ: Frequent questions

Can I hide system applications (e.g., “Security” or “Themes”)?
Standard methods MIUI — No, it's going to take: Use ADB (Article 5, but it's risky to install custom firmware (like LineageOS) that voids the warranty. ⚠️ Disabling system utilities can lead to errors in the phone!
After the MIUI update, the hidden apps reappeared. What do we do?
This is a well-known MIUI problem. Solutions: Rehide applications through Settings → Apps → Hidden applications. Use Second Space – it is more resistant to resets. Reverse the update (if it brought bugs) through Settings → System Update → Three Points → Update Pack.
How to hide an app from Google search (so it doesn’t appear in the results)
The standard hiding in MIUI does not remove apps from Google search. To completely exclude the program: Open Google → click on the avatar → Settings → Hidden Apps. Tick the programs you want. Now they won’t show up in search and on the Google Discover home screen. The Redmi Note 10 also works by disabling the Google App via ADB (but this will remove the search bar from the home screen).
Can you hide the application so that it does not appear even in the settings?
Yes, but only with Second Space – apps are physically transferred to another profile. ADB — Unplugged packets are not visible in Settings → Applications but remain in the list of all packages (adb shell pm list packages). ⚠️ Complete removal of system applications requires root rights, which is not recommended for everyday use (risk of disrupting work). MIUI).
How to hide notifications from hidden applications?
If the app is hidden but still sending notifications: For Second Space: Go to Profile → Settings → Notifications → Turn off notifications on the locked screen. For archived/hidden applications: Go to Settings → Notifications → All apps, find what you want and disable notifications manually. MIUI 14 also has a feature called “Confidential Notifications” – it hides the notification text on the lock screen.