Redmi 9 series smartphones are known for their excellent value for money, but the standard MIUI shell often comes with pre-installed software that not all users need. Especially gaming applications that take up precious space in internal memory and can consume resources in the background. Many device owners are faced with the question of how to effectively get rid of such software to free up space for personal files or more important programs.
The removal process can vary depending on whether the game is third-party or system-based. In the first case, the procedure takes a few seconds, while in the second case, the procedure requires a deeper intervention in the system settings. Understanding the differences between the types of applications will allow you to safely optimize the operation of your gadget without risking damage to important system processes.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all available methods for cleaning your device from excess gaming software. You will learn how to use standard application management tools, how to activate hidden developer functions for extended control and what precautions to follow. Proper management of installed software is the key to long and fast work for your Xiaomi.
Standard removal of gaming applications through settings
The easiest and safest way to get rid of unnecessary gaming is to use an integrated application management interface, which is suitable for most user programs that you have manually installed or added by the manufacturer as normal applications. First, go to the Settings menu of your smartphone, where the main control center of the system is located.
In the list of options, find the Apps section, then select All Apps. Here is a complete list of all the software installed. Find the game you plan to remove from the list. Note that the list can be sorted by size or installation date, which makes it easier to find heavy gaming projects that take up a lot of space.
Once you select the right item, you'll open a screen with information about the program, and at the bottom of the screen you'll see the Delete button, and clicking on it will trigger the uninstallation process, and the system can request confirmation of action to prevent the accidental deletion of important data, a method that requires no special rights and is safe for Android stability.
- 🎮 Open the settings menu and go to the application management section.
- 🔍 Find the game in the general list or through a search by title.
- 🗑️ Press the delete button and confirm your actions in the pop-up window.
- ✅ Wait for the process to be completed and check for memory release.
It is important to note that after deleting the game can leave behind small cache files or folders with data. For complete cleaning, it is recommended to use the built-in Security application, which automatically finds and prompts you to remove the remaining debris, which will help to free up internal storage as efficiently as possible.
Removal through the desktop and application menu
An alternative and faster method of removing is available directly from the desktop or from the menu of all applications. This method is ideal for quick cleaning when you do not need to go into technical settings. On the home screen, find the game icon you want to remove. Long-term clicking on the icon will activate editing mode or call the context menu.
Depending on the MIUI version and the theme, you'll see a cart icon or a Remove button. Drag the game icon to the top of the screen where the delete zone appears, or just click on the button that appears. The system will immediately remove the shortcut and the application itself. This method works only for user applications and is not available for system components.
If the game was installed from the Google Play Store, when you delete through the menu, you may have an additional question about whether you also need to delete your account or game data. Be careful when reading messages so as not to lose progress if you plan to return to the game later. For system games, this method is often not available - the delete button will be missing or inactive.
⚠️ Note: When you remove from the desktop, you do not see the size of the application and the space occupied. It is recommended to check the weight of the game in the settings beforehand if your goal is to free up a specific amount of memory.
Sometimes, after removal, the shortcut may remain in the Tools folder or system folders, in which case you will need to manually remove the residual shortcut to avoid cluttering the interface, which is especially true for pre-installed games that are integrated into the system partitions of the shell.
Working with system and pre-installed games
This is complicated when it comes to system applications that the manufacturer has built into the firmware. Normally, you can't remove them because the uninstall button will be inactive. These games are often labeled as important components of the system, although they are actually just entertainment content, and they will require extended rights or special commands to work with them.
One way to do this is to use the Disable function. In the app information menu, if the Delete button is not available, try to find the Disable button. This action will hide the application from the menu and stop all its processes, effectively turning it into a non-working file that takes up space but does not consume resources. This is a safe alternative to complete deletion for system components.
For more advanced users, there is an ADB (Android Debug Bridge) removal method, which allows you to control the system from your computer. You will need to turn on the USB debugging mode in the Developer Menu, connect your smartphone to your PC, and execute a packet deletion command. This requires caution, since deleting a critical system file can lead to unstable work.
- 🛠️ Find in the application settings the "Disable" button for system games.
- 💻 Use it. ADB-Deep cleaning commands (for experienced users only).
- 📦 Make sure the game is not part of the interface. MIUI before removal.
- 🔄 Create a restore point or backup before radical action.
It should be remembered that some gaming services, such as Xiaomi’s Game Center, can be deeply integrated into the system, and their complete removal can disrupt other gaming features or updates, in such cases it is better to limit yourself to disabling or cleaning data.
Risks of using ADB to remove
Cleaning cache and residual files after games
Even after successful removal of the application, temporary files, logs and settings can remain in your smartphone memory, which is often stored in hidden folders and takes up a significant amount of data. To delete them, use the built-in Cleanup tool in the Security application, which automatically scans the system for debris.
You can also manually check through the file manager, go to the root directory of internal memory and find folders with the names of remote games or their developers (for example, com.gamestudio.name), deleting these folders is safe if you are sure that they belong to the already remote application, this is especially useful for games with large (data packs).
Remember to clear the app store cache that the game was downloaded from, Google Play or GetApps can store installation files (APKs) that are no longer needed, and delete them will help to return a few hundred megabytes of free space.
| Type of data | Wherever | Can I remove it? | Impact on the system |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash app. | Settings → Applications → Cash | Yes. | Safe, speeds up work. |
| User data | Internal Memory → Android → Data | Carefully. | He'll drop progress in the game. |
| Residual folders | The root of internal memory | Yes. | Makes room |
| APK Installation | Download folder or store cache | Yes. | Doesn't affect work. |
Regularly cleaning up residual files should become a habit, especially if you are actively installing and removing heavy games, keeping the file system in order and preventing fragmentation, which has a positive effect on data read speed.
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Use the Deep Clean feature in the Security app once a week to find forgotten files, duplicate photos, and remnants of deleted applications that are not visible during normal browsing.
Management of gaming services and the Game Center
Xiaomi devices often pre-installed Game Center (or Games), an aggregator that collects all installed games and offers news, updates and optimizations. Many users want to remove it, considering it unnecessary, but it may be necessary for some games to work, especially those that require authorization through a Mi Account.
If you decide to remove or disable Game Center, make sure your gaming achievements are synced to the cloud if it is important to you.Without this service, some features, such as recording a screen while playing or blocking notifications in game mode, may stop working correctly.
Deleting this service often requires the use of third-party tools, as it is not removed by standard methods.Apps like Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools allow you to safely remove system components, including Game Center, without obtaining root rights, which makes the process accessible to the average user.
- 🎮 Game Center brings all games into one folder for convenience.
- 🚫 Removing the center of games can turn off the game mode and accelerator.
- ☁️ Check the synchronization of saves before disabling services.
- ⚙️ Use specialized software to remove system components.
It's important to understand the difference between deleting a shortcut and deleting the service itself. Often users simply remove the icon from the desktop, but the process continues in the background. To really save resources, you need to go to the application settings and stop or delete the package itself.
☑️ Check before removing system games
Optimizing Memory After Deleting Games
Once you have removed all unnecessary games, it is recommended to perform a full optimization of the system.Redmi 9, like any Android device, can fragment data.Reboot the device after a mass uninstallation will help the system redistribute files and free blocked resources.
It's also worth checking the autoload of applications. Even remote games could leave services that are trying to start. Under Advanced Settings → Launch applications, disable all suspicious processes. This will significantly increase battery life and interface response speed.
If you still fill up quickly after all the procedures, analyze which applications consume the most resources. It may be worth replacing heavy games with their lighter versions (Lite), which consume less space and energy. Modern mobile platforms allow you to efficiently manage resources if you know what levers to use.
⚠️ Note: Do not remove applications with the name "System" UI","Settings, Security, or Services, even if they seem suspicious, are critical components of the operating system, and removing them will cause your smartphone to fail.
Regularly auditing installed software is the best way to prevent performance problems. Remove what you don't use, and your Xiaomi will be happy with the speed for years to come. A clean system is faster and more stable, especially on mid-range devices.
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Deleting the game completely does not only include uninstallation. APK-file, but also cleaning residual folders in the storage, as well as disabling related services in the startup.