How to uninstall applications with Xiaomi Redmi: from simple to system

Xiaomi and Redmi are famous for their functionality and affordable price, but the pre-installed shell MIUI or the new HyperOS is often overloaded with unnecessary software. Many users are faced with the fact that the device has a lot of programs that they never use, but which take up precious space in memory and consume battery power. The process of cleaning the gadget from digital debris can seem confusing due to the features of the interface of the Chinese manufacturer.

In this article, we will take a look at all the available methods of uninstallation of software, from standard methods for ordinary users to advanced techniques for removing system components. You will learn to distinguish between types of applications and understand which ones can be safely removed without risking disrupting the stability of the Android operating system.

Before we take any drastic action, it’s important to understand the structure of the file system and (access rights) in your firmware version. Some programs are system-level protected, and eliminating them will require special tools. We’ll look at secure action algorithms that minimize the risk of turning a smartphone into a brick or getting a cyclical reboot.

Standard removal through the settings menu and desktop

The easiest and safest way to get rid of unnecessary software is to use the built-in application manager. This method does not require connecting to a computer or installing third-party software. Simply find an icon of an unnecessary program on the desktop or in the All Apps menu, pinch it with your finger before the context menu appears, and select the Delete option.

However, not all icons on the desktop lead to complete deletion. Sometimes you see only a shortcut, and the program itself is hidden in the back of the system. In this case, you should go to Settings → Applications → All applications. Here is the full list of installed software. Choose the desired name from the list, and you will see the "Delete" button.

If the delete button is inactive or not, it means that the application is system-based. System applications are part of the firmware and are responsible for basic phone functions. Attempting to remove them using standard methods is impossible without obtaining extended rights or using special tools.

It is important to note that depending on the firmware region (Global, China, EEA), the list of available programs for removal may vary: European versions usually contain less preinstalled “garbage”, while Chinese firmware may be overflowing with services that are useless to the user outside of China.

• 📱 Click and hold the icon on your desktop for quick access to the delete menu.
• ⚙️ Use the "All Apps" section in the settings to manage hidden software.
• 🚫 The grey button "Delete" indicates the system protection of the component.
• 🌍 The firmware region affects the amount of software available for removal.

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Before mass removal of programs, back up important data to avoid accidental loss of information.

Removing apps through the Google Play Store

Google Play provides another user-friendly interface for managing installed content, which is especially useful if you want to uninstall an app that you downloaded yourself, rather than preinstalled by the manufacturer. Open the store, click on your profile avatar, and select App and Device Management.

In the list that opens, you'll see the Installed tab, where you can sort programs by size or date of use, and if you click on the name of the app, you'll be taken to its page, where instead of the Open button, you'll display the Delete button, which is exactly the same as deleting through the system settings.

The advantage of this method is that you can remove multiple programs at once, and in the application management section, you can tick several positions against each other and perform a mass uninstallation, which saves time if you decide to do a general cleaning in your Xiaomi.

Note that Google Play will not show the uninstall button for those system components that do not have an updated version through the store. If the application was installed by the factory and was not updated through the Play Market, the store will only offer “Disable” it if such a feature is supported by firmware.

• 🛍️ Open Google Play and go to the profile to access the management.
• 📉 Size-sorting will help you find the most "heavy" programs.
• ✅ Mass removal is available through the application management menu.
• ⏸️ For system software only the function "Disable" is available".

Disabling system applications without root rights

If standard deletion is not available, the alternative is to turn off. When you turn off an application, it stops running, disappears from the list of active processes, does not consume battery and does not appear in the interface. In fact, the program remains in memory, but is in a preserved state.

To do this, go to Settings → Apps → All apps, select your target program, and click the “Disable” button. The system will alert you that the app will stop working. This is a safe way to remove unnecessary Google or Xiaomi services that you are not using.

The main advantage of turning off before completely removing it is that you can easily turn it back, just go back to the settings, find the application that is disabled (often hidden in a separate tab or marked with the status "Disable") and click "On." This is ideal for experimentation.

⚠️ Warning: Disable critical system components such as “Security”, “Google Play Services” or “System” UI", It can cause unstable phone operation or loss of functionality.

Some users mistakenly believe that shutting down completely frees up space. It's not: the installer file (APK) stays on the drive. However, if your goal is to speed up and remove the excess from view, this method is effective and safe for inexperienced users.

Advanced removal via ADB (Android Debug Bridge)

For those who want to completely clean the smartphone from pre-installed garbage, including system applications, an indispensable tool is the ADB (Android Debug Bridge is a console utility that allows you to control your device from a computer. It doesn't require a superuser's (Root) permission, but it requires you to enable debugging. USB.

First, you need to activate the developer mode. → About the phone and quickly press 7 times on the item "Version" MIUI" (or "Version." OS"). In the menu "For developers" find and include the item "Debugging by USB". Connect your phone to your PC with a cable.

On your computer, download and install Platform Tools from Google's official website. Open the command line in the tool folder and type in the adb device command. You'll see a request for debugging permission on your smartphone screen, confirm it. If the console displays the device's serial number, the connection is established.

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

To delete an application, you need to know its exact packet name (e.g. com.xiaomi.miui.system). You can find out the list of packages by adb shell pm list packages. By entering a deletion command, you will "cut" the application for the current user. It will disappear from the system, but will physically remain in the system partition without taking up user space.

• 🔌 Turn on "Debugging by" USB" op-ed.
• 💻 Install drivers and Platform Tools on your computer.
• 📦 Use the pm uninstall command to remove packets.
• 🔄 Recovery is possible only through resetting or re-installation. APK.

Use of specialized slits (Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools)

Command line can be challenging for beginners. Fortunately, enthusiasts have created graphical shells that automate the process. One of the most popular and proven programs is Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools from developer Szaki. It allows you to remove system debris in one click.

The software automatically detects the connected smartphone, shows a list of installed packages with clear names and recommendations. Red usually marks critical system components, the removal of which is not recommended, green - safe to remove software.

In addition to deleting, these tools often allow you to disable ads in system applications, delete your Mi Account (with restrictions), and clear memory partitions. The interface is intuitive: you just tick against unnecessary programs and click the "Uninstall selected" button.

It is important to use the latest versions of such programs, as with each update MIUI and HyperOS changes the name of the packages and the structure of the system. Using the old version of the software can lead to error or incorrect identification of components.

⚠️ Warning: When using third-party slits, always read the packet descriptions. Deleting "System Daemon" or "Bluetooth" will make the phone unusable.

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Graphics utilities significantly reduce the risk of error when removing system packets compared to manually entering ADB commands.

Analysis of the system impact and the security table

Before you delete unknown packets, you need to do a thorough analysis of their purpose. There are databases of Android packages on the Internet, where you can find a description of each component. Blind removal to free a couple of megabytes can cause the camera, sound or even the lock screen to stop working.

Below is a table that classifies common Xiaomi packages by the danger of removing them, and use it as a guide to cleaning your device.

After cleaning, the system may behave differently, sometimes you need to reboot to apply the changes, and if you notice that the sound is gone or the Wi-Fi is no longer working, you probably have removed an important system driver or service, and then only a full reset to the factory settings will help.

Regularly checking the list of installed applications will help keep your smartphone clean.Do not install dubious programs from unverified sources, as they often disguise themselves as system processes and make them difficult to detect and remove.