How to permanently remove Mi Video on Xiaomi Redmi 9: from blackout to deep cleaning

Why does Mi Video interfere with Redmi 9 users and can it be safely removed?

Mi Video is pre-installed on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 9, and is often a source of annoyance. It takes up space in memory, displays annoying ads, runs in the background and can even automatically play video when connected to Wi-Fi, consuming traffic and battery power. Many users try to remove it, but face the limitations of MIUI: the system does not allow you to get rid of system applications.

In this article, we will look at all possible ways, from temporary shutdown to complete removal with ADB and root rights. It is important to understand that some methods require technical skills and can affect the stability of a smartphone, and we will also explain what risks certain actions carry and how to minimize them.

If you are unsure of your abilities, start with the safest options (sections 2 and 3). For experienced users, radical methods from sections 5 and 6 will be suitable.

Method 1: Disable Mi Video via Settings (without deleting)

The easiest and safest way to do this is to disable the app, not delete it completely, which will stop the background, remove the icon from the menu, and prevent automatic updates, minus the app from remaining in the device's memory, taking about 50-80 MB.

How to do this:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search box, type Mi Video (or com.miui.videoplayer).
3. Click on the application, then select Disable.
4. Confirm the action by clicking Disable the application in the window that appears.

⚠️ Note: After disconnecting some functions MIUI, video playback (e.g., the built-in player in the gallery) may not work properly. If you notice a malfunction, turn the app back on.

This is a good way to do it if you just need to hide the app and stop it from being active.

Method 2: Remove updates and reset to factory version

Mi Video is often updated through Google Play or Xiaomi’s built-in services, adding new features (like ads or automatic playback).If you can’t turn off the app or it keeps getting in the way, try returning it to the factory version.

Instructions:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Mi Video.
• 🔄 Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Remove Updates.
• 🚫 If the button is inactive, it means that the application has not been updated.
• 🔧 After reset, turn off the automatic update in Google Play → My apps. → Mi Video → ⋮ → Turn off auto-update.

It won't remove the app completely, but it will return it to minimal functionality without unnecessary "imposed" features. Even if the factory version doesn't suit you, read about deleting through ADB.

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Before resetting updates, clear the cache and app data in the settings.This will delete all temporary files and can resolve the problem without further manipulation.

Method 3: Remove Mi Video via ADB (without root rights)

If the shutdown didn’t work and you don’t have root rights, you can delete Mi Video using Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that works on most Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi 9, but requires a computer connection.

What you need:

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

Step-by-step:

1. Enable Developer Mode on Redmi 9: Go to Settings → About Phone. 7 times click on MIUI Version. Return to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

Connect your smartphone to your computer and confirm your trust in the device.

adb devices

Make sure your Redmi 9 is on the list.

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer

If you have an error, try an alternative command:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer

⚠️ Attention: Removal through ADB It doesn't erase the application completely -- it stays in the system partition, but it becomes inaccessible to the current user. MIUI The app could come back.

Method 4: Complete removal with root rights (for power users)

If you're willing to take risks and get root rights, you can delete Mi Video forever, which is only suitable for those who understand the consequences of rooting: loss of warranty, the risk of "bricking" the device and security issues.

What needs to be done:

1. Get root rights to Redmi 9 with Magisk or TWRP (instructions depend on the MIUI version).
2. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
3. Go to /system/priv-app/MiVideo or /system/app/MiVideo
4. Delete the MiVideo folder or rename it (for example, in the MiVideo_bak).
5. Reset the device.

After that, the application will be removed without the possibility of recovery (except through flashing).

Method 5: Alternative solutions (if you can’t delete)

If none of these methods worked or you are afraid of taking risks, there are workarounds:

• 🎵 Install a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher) that will hide the Mi Video icon even if the app stays on the system.
• 📵 Turn off the internet for the app: Go to Settings → Annexes → Mi Video → Mobile data and Wi-Fi. Ban access to the network.
• 🛡️ Use App Quarantine (apps like Island or Shelter) to isolate Mi Video in a separate profile.
• 🔄 Clean the app cache regularly through Settings → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

These methods will not remove the application, but will minimize its impact on the system.

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If Mi Video is not removed, check if it is part of the system application package in your version of MIUI. In some firmware (for example, for the Chinese market), its removal may cause failures.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to delete Mi Video, users often encounter problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions:

• 🚫 Error "Cannot delete the package" in ADB: Reason: Application is protected MIUI. Solution: Use a command with a flag --user 0 Or try pm uninstall -k.
• 🔄 Mi Video is back after an update MIUI: Reason: System applications recover when updates are made. Solution: disable automatic updates MIUI Remove the app after each update.
• ⚠️ The smartphone stopped turning on after deletion: Reason: critical system component removed. Solution: run the device through Fastboot or Mi Flash Tool.
• 📱 Gallery or Player Not Working: Reason: MIUI Solution: Install a third-party player (e.g., install a third-party player, VLC) And assign it by default.

If you are not sure about your actions, make a backup copy through Mi Cloud or TWRP before any manipulations.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions