How to remove unnecessary apps on Android Xiaomi Redmi 7

Smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 7, released in 2019, is still a popular budget device, but over time, accumulated software debris can significantly slow down its work. Owners often face a lack of internal memory and intrusive advertising, the source of which is preinstalled services. Proper cleaning of the operating system MIUI allows you to return the device to its former sharpness and free precious gigabytes for personal data.

The process of removing software on this model has its own nuances related to the features of the manufacturer's shell. Standard methods are suitable for most user programs, but system components require more deep intervention or special commands. In this article, we will discuss all available cleaning methods, from simple actions on the menu to advanced techniques through the use of the purification system. ADB-interface.

Not all embedded programs can be eliminated in the usual way, as the manufacturer blocks their removal for system stability. However, there are a number of safe methods for deactivating or hiding such components that do not require root access rights. The correct cleaning approach will help to avoid the accidental removal of critical modules responsible for communication or interface operation.

Standard removal of user applications

The easiest way to get rid of unnecessary programs is to use the regular shell functionality. MIUI. This method is suitable for all applications that have been downloaded by the user independently from the Google Play store or installed via the Google Play Store. APK-First, you need to unlock the screen and find the icon of the desired program on the desktop or in the menu.

Click on the icon and hold your finger for one to two seconds until the pop-up context menu appears. In the action list, select Remove, which is usually indicated in red or the basket icon. The system will request confirmation of operation, and after pressing the OK button, the application will be completely erased from the device along with its cache.

Alternatively, you can access the smartphone settings, where you can see the full list of installed software. Go to Settings, then select Apps and click All Apps. Find an unnecessary program in the list, tap it and click the large red button Remove at the bottom of the screen in the window that opens.

It is worth considering that some system utilities may not have an active delete button in this menu, in which case the operating system considers them critical to the operation of Android. Trying to circumvent this restriction with standard means is impossible, which requires the use of more complex tools, which will be discussed below.

Managing System Applications Through Settings

Even if the delete button is inactive, the user can still control the behavior of system components, which allows you to stop background processes that consume RAM and battery power. Go to the Settings menu → Applications → All applications and select a system service, such as Mi Video or Mi Music.

In the app information window that opens, find the Disable or Stop button, and pressing this button will force the current process to end and prevent the program from running automatically when you turn on your phone, an effective way to combat intrusive notifications and background activity without risking system disruption.

⚠️ Note: Do not disable system components with System names UI, Settings, Google Play Services or Security: This can result in a cyclical smartphone reboot or a complete interface failure.

Also available on this menu is the Cleanup function, which allows you to erase accumulated cache and temporary files. If the application is not working correctly or takes up too much space, cleaning the data will return it to the state immediately after installation.

For advanced users, the AutoRun option is available, where you can prevent the program from starting with the system. This is especially useful for heavy applications that are not needed every second. The combination of disabling autorunning and stopping the process significantly reduces the load on the Snapdragon 632 processor installed in the Redmi 7.

Using ADB to remove embedded software

To remove really unnecessary system applications that can not be removed by standard methods, the Android Debug Bridge toolkit is used (ADB). This method is safe if you act carefully, and does not require unlocking the bootloader or root rights. You will need a computer (Windows, macOS or Linux) and USB-cable for the Redmi 7 connection.

The first step is to activate the developer mode on your smartphone. Go to Settings → About Phone and quickly press 7 times on the MIUI Version until you see a message about successful activation. Then in the Advanced Settings menu → For developers, turn on Debugging over USB.

After connecting the phone to your computer and installing the drivers, open the command line on your PC in the folder with the ADB tools. Enter a command to check the connection:

adb devices

The smartphone screen will have a debugging permission request where you need to click Allow. If the device's serial number is displayed in the command line, the connection is successfully established.

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name packet

To find out the exact name of the package (e.g. com.miui.videoplayer), you can use the command adb shell pm list packages or special application analyzers. deletion through ADB hides the application for the current user, effectively making it non-existent, but leaving the possibility of recovery through resetting.

List of safe to remove Xiaomi apps

Redmi 7 owners often want to get rid of specific Chinese software and duplicate services. Below is a table with the names of packages that can be removed without critically affecting the Android operating system.

Removing these components will free up space in the system partition and reduce the number of background processes. However, if you are actively using the Xiaomi ecosystem, some services, such as Mi Cloud or Mi Store, are better left or simply disable their notifications.

Be extremely careful with packages containing the word security, framework or system in the name. Deleting them can cause the phone to stop loading or lose the ability to make calls. Always check the destination of the package on the Internet before eliminating it through ADB.

💡

Use the "ADB AppControl" app for PC if you're afraid of making mistakes in commands. It has a user-friendly graphical interface and hints on security removal.

Cleaning cache and temporary files

In addition to removing entire applications, regular cleaning of accumulated garbage plays an important role. In Redmi 7, the built-in Security application is responsible for this, which automatically scans the system for temporary files. Run it and press the Cleanup button to delete cache and residual files.

You can manually clear the cache through the memory management menu. Go to Settings → Memory and wait for the analysis to be completed. The system will show how much space the applications and files occupy. Clicking on Clear will remove temporary data that is not necessary for the programs to work.

Special attention should be paid to instant messengers such as WhatsApp or Telegram, which can take up gigabytes of space, and inside the settings of these applications there is a feature called Data Use and Storage, where you can safely delete old media files and cache without losing correspondence.

⚠️ Note: Cleaning up data in the Memory section does not delete your personal photos or documents, but it can reset settings for some games and applications.

Regularly doing this procedure, at least once a month, helps keep the performance of the smartphone at a high level, especially for models with a small amount of internal memory, where every megabyte counts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

💡

Secure removal of system applications is possible only through ADB without root rights, but requires accurate knowledge of packet names to avoid system failure.