How to remove several contacts Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: all working ways

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is still a popular smartphone among users who value the balance of performance and price. However, over time, the phone book accumulates hundreds of unnecessary contacts — duplicates, old colleagues numbers, spam contacts from instant messengers. Delete them one by one through the standard Contacts app is inconvenient, especially if we are talking about 50+ entries. In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to mass delete contacts on the Redmi Note 8 Pro, including hidden MIUI features and tools for power users.

It's important to consider that the methods vary in complexity and consequences, for example, deleting a Google Account syncs with all devices, and cleaning through ADB requires technical skills. We will describe each option in detail, specify the risks and give recommendations for backup. If you're looking for a way to get rid of the hundreds of spam contacts after importing from Viber or WhatsApp, here's a solution.

1. Delete via the standard Contacts app (without root)

The easiest way to do this without needing additional software is to use the built-in MIUI tools. However, there is a limitation: mass deletion is only available for contacts not tied to a Google Account. If your numbers are synced with Gmail, go to the next section.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Contacts app (an icon with a human silhouette).
• 🔍 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Select Contact Management.
• 🗑️ Go to the tab Delete contacts.
• ✅ Check the boxes for unnecessary entries (you can use a search by name / number).
• 🚮 Click Remove and confirm the action.

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ It does not work for contacts synchronized with Google.
• ❌ No “Everything” option – you have to manually mark it.
• ❌ Slow operation with a large number of contacts (1000)+).

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If contacts are duplicated, use the Connect Contacts function in the same Contact Management menu before deleting it, which will reduce the number of entries for manual selection.

2. Massive deletion via Google Contacts (synchronized accounts)

If your contacts are saved to your Google Account (which is typical for active synchronization MIUI users), you need to delete them through the web version of Google Contacts. This method allows you to delete up to 250 contacts at a time - a record among all methods for the Redmi Note 8 Pro.

Step-by-step:

1. 🌐 Open contacts.google.com on your computer or phone and log in.
2. ✅ Select the first contact, then pinch the Shift (on PC) or hold your finger (on your phone) and highlight the last one in the list – so everyone will be marked in between.
3. 🗑️ Click on the basket icon in the top panel.
4. 🔄 Confirm deletion. Contacts will disappear from all devices associated with this account.

Important nuances:

• ⚠️ Remote contacts stay in the Recycle Bin for 30 days – they can be restored.
• ⚠️ If the contacts are duplicated between Mi Account and Google, delete them first from Google, then from Google. MIUI.

3. Use of MIUI Tools application (for power users)

MIUI Tools (not to be confused with MIUI Hidden Settings) allows you to manage system data, including mass contact removal.

• 🔄 Your contacts are not synced with Google.
• 📱 You want to clear all local contacts at once.
• 🛠️ You're ready to work with ADB (but without root rights).

Instructions:

1. 📥 Download. MIUI Tools (version 2.0)+) and install it on a PC.
2. 🔌 Connect the Redmi Note 8 Pro to the USB, Turn on the debugging. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press → Additionally. → For developers).
3. 🖥️ Launch it. MIUI Tools, select Contacts → Delete All Contacts.
4. ⚠️ Confirm the action – all local contacts will be erased irrevocably.

⚠️ Warning: This method removes all contacts, including those that are only stored on your phone.If there are important numbers that are not synced to the cloud, export them through Settings first. → System system → Imports/exports.

4. Removal through ADB-Teams (for technical users)

If you're familiar with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), this method will remove all contacts in one command, with the advantage of having complete control over the process, the disadvantage of having the risk of errors if you type in the wrong way.

Step-by-step:

1. 📋 Install Platform Tools on PC.
2. 🔌 Connect the Redmi Note 8 Pro to the USB, Turn on the debugging. USB (see previous section).
3. 🖥️ Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with adb.exe and type:

adb shell pm clear com.android.contacts


adb shell pm clear com.miui.contacts

These commands will reset the Contacts and MIUI Contacts app data by deleting all local records.

⚠️ Note: pm clear commands will also reset the application settings (such as sorting by name/surname). MI Cloud or Google Accounts – You need to delete them separately.

Alternatively (remove only contacts without affecting settings):

adb shell content delete --uri content://com.android.contacts/raw_contacts

5. Third-party applications for mass disposal

If the previous methods seem complicated, you can use specialized programs from Google Play. We tested 3 applications that run on the Redmi Note 8 Pro with MIUI 12/13:

• 📌 Contact Remover – allows you to delete contacts in packs through filters (for example, all without photos or with empty fields).
• 📌 Simpler Contacts – Quickly remove duplicates.
• 📌 Cleanup: Duplicate Contacts – specializes in finding and removing duplicate records.

How do you choose?

• 🔍 If you need an accurate sample (e.g., delete all code contacts) +7) - take Contact Remover.
• 🗑️ If the problem is duplicate, Cleanup will do better.
• ⚠️ Avoid applications with suspicious permissions (access to the SMS, geolocation).

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Third-party apps are easy to spot, but don’t offer 100% security. Check reviews and ratings on Google Play before using (optimally 4.5+ for 10K+ installations).

6 How to avoid the re-accumulation of unnecessary contacts

Mass removal is a half-measure if you don't get your contact management system in place. Here are 4 rules to help keep your phone book in order on the Redmi Note 8 Pro:

• 🔄 Turn off automatic synchronization with instant messengers (Viber, WhatsApp, Telegram). To do this, go to the settings of each application and deactivate the option to Sync Contacts.
• 📥 Import contacts selectively. SIM-Cards or old phone use the Import/Export function in Settings → System, not automatic importation.
• 🗑️ Clean your phone book regularly (once in a week) 3 A month is enough. 10 minutes to remove 20-30 archaic.
• 🔒 Use groups. Google Contacts allows you to create groups (e.g., Work, Family) and archive unnecessary ones without permanently deleting them.

Preventive checklist:

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing contacts on Redmi Note 8 Pro