How to remove the app from the phone Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Removing unnecessary apps on Xiaomi smartphones is a challenge that every user faces sooner or later. Even if you install the software carefully, MIUI often rewards owners with pre-installed services that eat up memory and battery power. But not all programs are deleted the same way: some can be erased in two clicks, and others require deep manipulation of the system.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to remove from the standard uninstall via menus to work with ADB for system applications, pay special attention to the nuances of different versions of MIUI (12 to 14) and smartphone models (from Redmi Note to Xiaomi 13 Ultra).

1. Standard removal through the settings menu

The easiest way to get rid of unnecessary software is to use built-in MIUI tools, which are suitable for custom applications installed from Google Play or third-party sources, system programs (such as Mi Browser or Mi Video) will not be removed, but they can be disabled.

The instructions are relevant for all modern Xiaomi smartphones, including POCO and Black Shark:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 Find the desired application in the list (you can use the search at the top of the screen).
• 🗑️ Click Remove (if the button is active) or Disable (for system programs).
• 🔄 Confirm the action in the window that appears.

If the Remove button is inactive, it means that the application is system-based or has been installed as part of the firmware, in which case alternative methods will be required, which will be discussed later.

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Before deleting, check if the application is connected to important features (for example, Mi Share is responsible for fast file transfer).

2. Delete via launcher: a quick way for custom programs

Not everyone knows that many applications can be removed directly from the home screen without going into the settings, which works for programs installed by the user, but is not suitable for system utilities.

How to do this:

1. Press and hold your finger on the icon of the app you want to remove.
2. In the menu that appears, select Remove (basket icon).
3. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

If you only see Application Information instead of Delete, it means that the program is system-based or has been installed as part of the firmware. In this case, use other methods from this article.

3. disable system applications without root rights

Many preinstalled programs on Xiaomi cannot be removed in the standard way, but they can be disabled, which will stop them from working, hide icons from the menu and prevent auto-run.

Step-by-step:

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 Find the right app (such as Mi Music or Mi Pay).
• 🚫 Click Disable (button will appear if deletion is not available).
• ⚠️ Confirm the action by clicking Disable the application in the warning window.

Disabled programs will not be updated via Google Play, but they can be activated again at any time through the same menu.

⚠️ Warning: Do not disable system services called com.android. or com.miui. – This can lead to unstable operation of the smartphone.

4. Complete removal of system applications via ADB

To permanently remove system programs (e.g. Mi Browser, Mi Video, Cleaner) you will need a computer and an ADB (Android Debug Bridge) tool, which does not require root rights, but requires caution - the wrong commands can disrupt the system.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux;
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original);
• 📥 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB;
• 🔧 Included debugging by USB smartphone.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on the MIUI Version until the notification "You've become a developer" appears.
2. Turn on USB Debugging: Return to Settings → Additional settings → Developer. Activate the USB Debugging Switch.

Connect your smartphone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.

adb devices

Make sure your device is listed.

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 title.packet

For example, to remove the Mi Browser:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.browser

List of packages of popular system applications Xiaomi:

⚠️ Note: Deleting some system packages (e.g. com.miui.securitycenter) can result in loss of functionality (security center, application resolution) or even system freeze.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Enable developer mode|Activate debugging on USB|Download ADB Tools|Check the list of application packages-->

5. Deletion of residual files and cache

Even after you delete an application, your data can remain in your device's memory, including cache, settings, and temporary files, and to clear the program's traces completely, follow these steps:

Method 1: Through storage settings

• 📁 Go to Settings. → Warehouse.
• 🔍 Click on Other Apps and find what you want (even if it’s already removed, its data can be displayed).
• 🧹 Choose Clear cache and Delete data (if available).

Method 2: Using a File Manager

• 📂 Open Files (standard Xiaomi app).

For deep cleaning, you can use third-party utilities like SD Maid or Files by Google, but they require root rights to fully access system folders.

6. Removal of applications using root rights

If you have root access (e.g., through Magisk), you can uninstall any application, including critical system components, which gives you maximum freedom but also maximum risk of bricking your device.

Popular tools for working with root:

• 🛠️ Root Explorer – file manager with access to system folders;
• 🗑️ Titanium Backup – allows you to delete and freeze applications;
• 🔧 System App Remover - a specialized utility for removing system software.

How to remove the application through Root Explorer:

1. Open the application and provide root access.
2. Go to /system/app or /system/priv-app.
3. Find a folder with the name of the application you are removing (for example, Browser for Mi Browser).
4. Delete the folder or rename it (add.bak at the end).
5. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Delete files from folders /system Always back up before making changes, and it is especially dangerous to delete files with the.odex or.apk extension associated with the Android kernel.

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Root access offers unlimited options for system setup, but requires experience, and errors in deleting system files can render the phone inoperable without flashing it.

7. Features of removal on different versions of MIUI

The process of removing applications may vary depending on the firmware version. Let’s consider the key nuances for MIUI 12, 13 and 14:

MIUI 14 has a Deep Clean feature that allows you to delete not only the application itself, but also related data from other folders.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the app and click Storage.
3. Press Deep Cleanup and confirm the action.

On older versions (e.g. MIUI 11 and below), third-party utilities or manual methods described in Section 5 were required to clean the entire system.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing apps on Xiaomi