How to completely remove GetApps on Xiaomi Redmi 7A: from shutdown to uninstallation

Why GetApps is interfering with Redmi 7A users and can it be safely removed?

GetApps (also known as the App Market or Mi App Store) is the default app for all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 7A budget model. For many users, the service becomes a source of annoyance: it takes up space in memory, consumes traffic for background updates and regularly sends notifications about “recommended” applications, especially on devices with limited resources, where every megabyte is in the account.

Redmi 7A owners often face a dilemma: on the one hand, want to get rid of unnecessary software, on the other hand, are afraid to disrupt the stability of the system. Indeed, improper removal of system applications can lead to failures in MIUI, up to "perpetual download." However, there are proven ways that allow you to either completely uninstall GetApps, or at least turn off its activity without risk to the device. Next, we will examine all the options available, from the simplest to the most radical.

It is important to note that Redmi 7A runs on MIUI 10/11/12 (depending on the firmware version), and some methods may require additional rights.If you are not ready to experiment with ADB or root access, start with the safest ways to disable and clean the cache.

Method 1: Disable GetApps through Settings (without deleting)

The safest method is not to physically remove the app, but to simply turn it off, which will stop background processes, notifications and updates, but the app itself will remain on the system, suitable for those who do not want to risk the stability of the Redmi 7A.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the search box, enter GetApps (or App Market).
• ⚙️ Click on the application, then select Disable.
• ✅ Confirm the action in the dialog window.

Once you shut it down, the app will disappear from the menu, stop using resources and send notifications, but its data will remain in the device's memory. To free up space, further clear the cache and storage:

1. In the same app menu, click Storage.
2. Choose Clear the cache and Clear the data.

⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI The Disable button may be inactive, in which case, try to clear the application data first - sometimes this will unlock the possibility of disabling the application.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root rights)

If you don't have enough shutdowns, you can remove GetApps using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a tool for debugging Android devices, which doesn't require root access, but requires connecting your smartphone to your computer.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔧 Does not violate the warranty (unlike getting root).
• 📉 Completely removes the application, releasing ~50–100 MB of memory.
• 🔄 Reversible process – if necessary, the application can be restored through resetting settings.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB debugging: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI to activate Developer Mode. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

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to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.

ADB

• Open the command line in the ADB folder and execute the commands: adb devices (you should display your device) adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks

If the command is successful, the application will be removed for the current user, and to return it, you just need to reset the settings or manually install the APK.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware may require an alternative command: adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.mipicks It does not remove the app physically, but hides it from the system.

Method 3: Removal with root rights (for power users)

If you're willing to take drastic measures, root access allows you to remove GetApps at the system level, which gives you maximum freedom, but it has risks:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if the device is under warranty).
• 🔄 Possible disruptions MIUI (rare but it happens).
• 🔒 Security risk (root opens access to system files).

Instructions:

1. Get root access with Magisk or SuperSU (instructions for Redmi 7A can be found on the 4PDA or XDA Developers forums).

An alternative way is to use Titanium Backup or System App Remover (require root), which allows you to freeze or delete system APKs without manually searching for files.

⚠️ Note: Before deleting system files, be sure to back up your firmware through TWRP. This will help to restore the device in the case of a “brick” (unworkable state).

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If MIUI updates stop working after you delete GetApps, restore the app or reset. Some firmware versions are tied to Xiaomi system services.

Method 4: Reset to factory settings (extreme case)

If none of the methods worked, and GetApps continues to interfere, you can perform a hard reset and then configure the device without installing unnecessary applications.

• 📲 You plan to sell or transfer your phone.
• 🔄 You want to “clean” the system from all pre-installed services.
• 🛠️ Other methods failed or caused failures.

Instructions:

1. Create a backup of important data (photos, contacts, messages).
2. Go to Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset.
3. Select Resetting → Delete all data.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

After resetting, during the initial setup phase, disable sync with your Xiaomi account and skip installing recommended apps.This will prevent GetApps from automatically recovering.

Method 5: Use of third-party utilities (alternative to ADB)

If working with ADB seems difficult, you can use specialized utilities to remove system applications.

• 🖥️ Debloater Tool (for PC) – allows you to disable system APK graphical interface.
• 📱 App Inspector (for Android) – shows all installed applications, including hidden apps.
• 🔧 Universal Android Debloater (GUI for ADB) — simplifies package management.

Example of Universal Android Debloater:

1. Download the utility from GitHub.
2. Connect Redmi 7A to your PC and activate debugging over USB.
3. Launch the program and wait for the list of applications to load.
4. Find com.xiaomi.mipicks (GetApps) and tick it.
5. Click Uninstall selected or Disable selected.

The advantage of these tools is that they have visual control over the process and can reverse changes, but they still require a PC connection and debugging enabled.

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Third-party utilities make it easier to work with ADB, but they don’t guarantee 100% security. Always check the download sources and use official repositories (GitHub, F-Droid).

What to do if you have problems after removing GetApps?

In rare cases, removing system applications can cause problems, and here are the typical symptoms and ways to treat them:

If after manipulation with GetApps the phone stopped working normally, try:

1. Restore the application via ADB: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.xiaomi.mipicks
2. Reset the settings (if the method above did not help).
3. Reflash the device through the Mi Flash Tool (extreme case).

⚠️ Note: If other Xiaomi apps (such as Mi Community or Themes) stopped downloading after GetApps were removed, they were likely dependent on a common framework.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing GetApps on Redmi 7A