How to permanently remove GetApps on Xiaomi Redmi 7A: a step-by-step guide

Xiaomi Redmi 7A owners often encounter the intrusive GetApps app, Xiaomi’s branded app store that not only takes up space in memory, but also constantly sends notifications, slows down the system and consumes traffic in the background. Despite being built into MIUI firmware, it can be disabled, hidden or completely removed in several ways – both without root rights and using them.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods, including disabling through settings, deleting through ADB, using Debloater scripts and even manually deleting system files for power users. We will pay special attention to the nuances of Redmi 7A, because on this model some standard methods may work differently due to the features of the firmware and the version of MIUI.

Before you start, make sure you have a backup of important data – some ways may require resetting or affect system stability.If you are a beginner, start with the safest methods (sections 2–3) and then move on to the radical ones (sections 5–6).

1.Why is GetApps interfering with Redmi 7A?

GetApps (also known as Mi App Store or com.xiaomi.mipicks) was originally conceived as an alternative to Google Play for the Chinese market, but on global versions of Redmi 7A, it often causes the following problems:

• 📱 Persistent notifications about “recommended apps” even if you don’t use them.
• 🐢 Slowing down: the application runs in the background, consuming up to 10-15% CPU and 50-100 MB of RAM.
• 📶 Background traffic: GetApps downloads app covers and analytics, spending up to 50-200 MB per month.
• 🔒 Inability to standard delete: in the "Applications" menu, the "Delete" button is inactive.
• 🔄 Auto Update: Even after manual shutdown, the app can be activated again after the update MIUI.

According to tests on Redmi 7A with MIUI 12-14, GetApps can increase the startup time of other applications by 15-20% due to background processes, especially on devices with full memory (less than 1 GB of free space).

⚠️ Note: Some of the firmware for Redmi 7A (for example, MIUI Global Stable 12.0.2) GetApps is integrated into the com.miui.systemAdSolution system process. its complete removal without root rights can lead to disruptions in the store of theme and other services Xiaomi.

Method 1: Disabling notifications and background activity (without root)

The safest method is to limit the capabilities of GetApps without removing it completely, which is suitable for those who do not want to risk the stability of the system, but want to get rid of intrusive notifications and background resource consumption.

Instructions for Redmi 7A:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find GetApps (or Mi App Store) in the list and tap it.
3. Select Notifications and turn off all switches (including Show Notifications).
4. Go back and select Battery → Background Activity → Limit.
5. In the Permissions section, disable access to Warehouse, Contacts and Locations (if enabled).
6. Click Stop (forced stop) – this will temporarily close all application processes.

This method doesn't remove GetApps, but it significantly reduces its impact on the system, but after a reboot or a MIUI update, some settings may reset and have to be reconfigured.

All notifications disabled |Restricted background activity |Removed unnecessary permissions |Application forcibly stopped-->

3. Method 2: Hiding the GetApps icon (no root)

If you're just annoyed by the desktop app icon, you can hide it without removing it, and it won't affect the background, but it will visually clean the interface.

Coverage options:

• 📱 Through Launcher: Press the GetApps icon on your desktop. Drag it up to Remove (or Hide, depending on the launcher). Confirm action. Note: On standard launcher MIUI The icon may return after the update.
• 🔍 Through Launcher Settings: Go to Settings → Desktop. Select Hide Apps and tick GetApps. Disadvantage: App will remain in the All Apps menu".
• 🛠️ Through third-party launchers (Nova, Apex): Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher).In the launcher settings, find the Hide Apps option and add GetApps to the list.

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If after hiding the GetApps icon continues to appear in the MIUI search, clear the launcher cache in Settings → Applications → Launcher → Storage → Clear the cache.

4. Method 3: Remove GetApps via ADB (no root)

For those who are ready for more radical measures, but do not want to get root rights, uninstall via Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is suitable.This method completely removes the application, but requires a computer connection and basic command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB debugging on Redmi 7A: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI to activate Developer Mode. Go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers. Enable USB Debugging and confirm permission.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and install ADB drivers (if necessary).
3. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type: adb devices Make sure your device appears in the list.
4. Follow the command to delete GetApps: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks Note: Some versions of MIUI may require a command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks (this does not delete, but only disables the application for the current user).
5. Reboot the phone.

Once you do this, GetApps will disappear from the app menu and stop working, but when you reset or update your MIUI through Recovery, the app may return.

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 7A s MIUI 12 and later, the uninstall command may not work due to the protection of system applications. In this case, use disable-user or move to the root-right method.

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Removing via ADB is the most effective method without root, but requires a PC connection and may not work on newer versions of MIUI.

5. Method 4: Complete removal with root rights

If you are ready to get root access (for example, through Magisk), you can permanently delete GetApps, including all its system files, which is suitable for advanced users, since it requires unlocking the bootloader and installing a custom recovery.

Steps for Redmi 7A:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool (link). This will reset all the data on the phone!
2. Install TWRP (Castom Recovery) for Redmi 7A (see the current version on the XDA forum).
3. Squeeze Magisk to obtain root rights.
4. Remove GetApps One Way: 📱 Through Root Explorer: Open a file manager with root access (such as Solid Explorer). /system/priv-app/MiAppStore or /system/app/MiAppStore. Delete the MiAppStore folder or file MiAppStore.apk. Also remove /data/app/com.xiaomi.mipicks-* (if). 💻 Through ADB with rue: adb shell su mount -o rw,remount /system rm -rf /system/priv-app/MiAppStore rm -rf /system/app/MiAppStore reboot 🧹 Through Debloater scripts: Install Universal Android Debloater (requires root).Look at com.xiaomi.mipicks and mark it for removal.Confirm action and restart the phone.

Once completely removed, GetApps won't recover even after MIUI updates (if they install without resetting).However, some features related to the Xiaomi theme store may stop working.

6. Method 5: Alternative firmware (for advanced)

If you're annoyed not only by GetApps but also by other Xiaomi built-in apps, consider installing custom firmware. The following options are available for the Redmi 7A:

• 🌍 Global ROM without bloat: Firmware from third-party developers (for example, MIUI EU or MIUI Pro) where GetApps and other unnecessary apps are removed in advance.
• 🤖 LineageOS or Pixel Experience: Pure Android without Xiaomi services.Requires unlocked bootloader.
• 🔄 Havoc-OS or CrDroid: Lightweight firmware with advanced settings.

Advantages of custom firmware:

• ✅ Complete absence of bloat (including GetApps).
• ✅ Higher performance and battery life.
• ✅ Regular security updates.

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ Loss of official guarantee.
• ⚠️ Risk of “bricking” in case of errors during firmware.
• ⚠️ Some functions (such as cameras or sensors) may not work well.

7.What to do if GetApps returned after the update?

If you deleted GetApps but it reappeared after the MIUI update, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🔄 Update via Recovery: Official updates often restore system applications.Solution: Update through TWRP or disable automatic updates.
• 📦 Settings reset: After reset, all system applications return.Solution: back up via Titanium Backup (requires root).
• 🔧 Incomplete removal: If you only delete APK, but left the data in /data/app, Solution: Repeat deletion through ADB root.

To prevent GetApps from returning:

1. Turn off automatic updates MIUI In Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → ⚙️ → Auto-update.
2. Use the Magisk Module called Universal Debloater, which blocks the recovery of remote applications.
3. Install App Quarantine (requires root) – this application “freezes” unnecessary system processes.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing GetApps on Redmi 7A