How to completely remove Mi Video on Xiaomi Redmi Note: from a simple shutdown to deep cleaning

Mi Video is Xiaomi’s default video player, which is installed on all Redmi Note smartphones, and for many users, it becomes unnecessary: it takes up space in memory, consumes battery power with background processes, and duplicates the functions of more convenient alternatives (such as VLC or MX Player). Unfortunately, simple removal through the application menu is often not available, the system blocks the uninstallation of system utilities.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods to get rid of Mi Video on Redmi Note (relevant to Note 8/9/10/11/12 models and their modifications). From simple disabling through settings to complete deletion with ADB - choose the method depending on your level of training. Important: some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights, which can affect the warranty and security of the device.

1. disable Mi Video without deletion (safe method)

If you don't have to completely erase an app, but you just stop it and hide it from the menu, it's the best way to do it. It doesn't require administrator rights, it doesn't violate warranty.

How to turn it off:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the search box, type Mi Video (or com.miui.videoplayer).
• ⚙️ Click on the app, then select Disable (or Deactivate in new versions) MIUI).
• ✅ Confirm the action in the dialog window.

After the shutdown:

• ✔️ The icon will disappear from the app menu.
• ✔️ Background processes will stop consuming the battery.
• ❌ The application will remain in the device memory (takes) ~50–100 MB).
• ❌ Updates MIUI They can activate it again.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 13/14 The "unplug" button may be blocked. In this case, try the methods below.

2.Remove Mi Video updates (free up space)

The Mi Video system application cannot be removed completely without special tools, but you can return it to the factory version, saving up to 200 MB of memory. This is useful if the player has updated automatically and started to take up too much space.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management → Mi Video.
2. Click on three dots in the upper right corner (⋮) and select Remove Updates.
3. Confirm the action. The app will go back to the original version.

What does it mean?

⚠️ Note: After resetting settings or updating MIUI The app may update again. To avoid this, disable auto-update for Mi Video in the Google Play Store → Settings → Auto-update of applications.

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If the Remove Updates button is inactive, try disabling the app first (method 1), then try again.

3. Delete Mi Video via ADB (no root)

For power users willing to work with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), there is a way to completely remove Mi Video without getting root permissions.This method works on most Redmi Note models, but requires a computer connection.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the deletion command: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer
5. Reboot your smartphone.

The result: Mi Video will be removed for the current user (without affecting system files), it will not appear even after the MIUI update, but will return after the full reset.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (Especially in Chinese versions, this command may not work due to manufacturer restrictions, in which case you will need to unlock the bootloader.

4. Complete removal through root rights

If you are willing to take drastic measures and have root access (for example, through Magisk), you can delete Mi Video permanently, including all system files. This method is suitable for users who have already unlocked the bootloader and installed Custom Recovery (TWRP).

Methods of disposal:

• 📁 Through the file manager with root: Install Root Explorer or FX File Explorer. Go to the /system/priv-app/MiuiVideo or /system/app/MiuiVideo. Delete the MiuiVideo folder (or rename it to MiuiVideo.bak).Reboot the device.

Through Terminal Emulator:

su


rm -rf /system/priv-app/MiuiVideo




rm -rf /system/app/MiuiVideo




reboot

Important: after such removal, the application will not recover even after resetting the settings or updating the firmware (if you do not reflash the device completely).

⚠️ Note: Deleting system files can lead to unstable work MIUI or update errors. Before doing this, back up through TWRP!

5. Reset to factory settings (last resort)

If none of these things worked, and Mi Video continues to get in the way, you can reset completely, and it's a radical solution that will bring the smartphone back to its "clean" state, but delete all the data (photos, contacts, apps).

How to reset:

1. Back up important data (via Mi Cloud or manually on PC).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Choose Delete all data and confirm.
4. After restarting, set your phone as new.

Advantages of the method:

• ✔️ Removes all unnecessary system applications (including Mi Video).
• ✔️ Possible errors are corrected MIUI.
• ✔️ Maximum amount of memory is released.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Loss of all user data.
• ❌ Long setup of the device again.
• ❌ Mi Video may return after update MIUI.

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Resetting is the only officially supported way Xiaomi will “remove” system applications, but it does not guarantee that Mi Video will not return after the next update.

6. Mi Video alternatives: which players to install instead

If you have removed Mi Video, you will need an alternative to watch the video. Here are the best options for Redmi Note:

Recommendation: If you want a simple and reliable player, choose VLC. For advanced features (for example, streaming over the network), Kodi is suitable.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Mi Video removal