How to completely remove applications from Xiaomi Redmi Note 7: from standard to system

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is one of the most popular smartphones of the brand, but even it is not immune from intrusive preinstalled applications and unnecessary software. If your device is full of programs that can not be removed in the standard way, or you want to free up space in memory – this article will help to understand all the nuances. We will look not only at the basic methods of uninstallation, but also at advanced techniques for working with system applications, including those that are usually hidden from the user.

It’s important to understand that removing system applications can affect the stability of the Redmi Note 7. However, many programs (such as Mi Video, Mi Music or GetApps) can be safely deactivated or uninstalled without consequences. In this article, you will find proven ways to work with different levels of training, from beginners to experienced users who are ready to work with ADB.

Before you start, make sure your device has enough battery power (at least 50%) and important data backed up. Some methods require a PC connection or use special utilities, all of which we will explain in detail.

1. Standard removal of applications through settings

The easiest way to get rid of unnecessary software is to use built-in MIUI tools, which are suitable for third-party applications installed by the user (for example, games, instant messengers, social networks), system programs can not be removed this way, but they can be disabled or cleaned data.

To remove the app:

• 📱 Open the Settings menu on your Redmi Note 7.
• 🔧 Go to the Appendix section → Application management.
• 🔍 Find the desired application in the list (you can use the search).
• 🗑️ Click Remove (if the button is active) or Disable (for system programs).

If the Remove button is inactive, it means that the application is system, in which case you can:

• 🚫 Disable it (this hides the program from the menu and stops background processes).
• 🧹 Clear cache and data (frees up space, but does not delete the application itself).
• 🔄 Reset settings (return the application to the factory state).

⚠️ Warning: Disabling system applications (such as Mi Account or Security) can cause phone malfunctions. Before experimenting, check other users' feedback on the security of removing a particular program.

2.Delete via Google Play Store

If the app was installed via Google Play, it can be removed directly from the store, which is convenient because it allows you to control programs remotely (for example, from another device) and see the installation history.

Instructions:

• 🛒 Open Google Play Store on Redmi Note 7.
• 👤 Click on the profile icon in the top right corner and select App and Device Management.
• 📋 Go to the Installed tab and find the desired application.
• 🗑️ Click on the basket icon (Delete) next to the name.

The advantage of this method is that you can remove unnecessary programs by mass, for example, if you've tested several games or utilities and want to get rid of them all at once, but system applications (such as Mi Browser or Mi Pay) will not appear on the Google Play list.

You can also undo automatic updates for specific apps via Google Play, which is useful if you want to save traffic or space on your device:

1. Open the application page in Google Play.
2. Press three points (⋮) top-right.
3. Uncheck the checkmark from Auto Update.

3. Use ADB to remove system applications (without root)

If standard methods don’t work and the app interferes with the device, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which allows you to delete system programs without obtaining root permissions, but requires you to connect the Redmi Note 7 to your computer.

Before you start, make sure that:

• 💻 Drivers are installed on the PC ADB and Platform Tools.
• 🔌 Debugging is on. USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press to activate the developer mode, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔒 Allowed debugging access for your computer (a request will appear when you first connect).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the Redmi Note 7 to the PC via USB-cable.
2. Open the command line (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. To uninstall the application, use the command: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name.pack For example, to delete Mi Video: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer

Where can you get the name of the package? It can be found using the App Inspector app (available on Google Play) or by command:

adb shell pm list packages | grep "keyword"

For example, to search for all apps with the word "miui":

adb shell pm list packages | grep "miui"

⚠️ Note: Deleting some system packages (e.g. com.android.phone or com.miui.securitycenter) may make it impossible to make calls or use mobile data. Before deleting, check the list of safe to remove packages on thematic forums (e.g., check the list of safe to remove packages on thematic forums, 4PDA or XDA Developers).

4. Deactivation of system applications without removal

If you are unsure about the security of complete removal or are afraid of disrupting the system, you can simply disable unnecessary programs.This hides them from the menu, stops background processes and frees up RAM, but does not delete application files from the device.

How to disable the system application:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the application you want (such as Mi Browser).
3. Click Disable (the button will be active even if Delete is not).
4. Confirm the action in the window that appears.

Applications disabled:

• ✅ Not displayed on the menu and on the desktop.
• ✅ Does not consume battery and processor resources.
• ✅ Not getting updates through Google Play.
• ❌ Do not free up space in memory (files remain on the device).

To activate the app again, go back to its settings and click Enable. This is useful if you temporarily want to get rid of the program (such as Mi Community or Mi Drop), but do not rule out its use in the future.

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If you have problems after you turn off your system application (for example, notifications or settings have stopped working), try turning it back on. Some programs are linked, and deactivating them may affect other functions.

5. Removal via TWRP (for advanced users)

If you're ready for more radical measures and your Redmi Note 7 has custom recovery (TWRP), you can remove system applications directly from it. This method requires an unlocked bootloader and a TWRP installed, but gives you more control over the system.

Warning: Mistakes in TWRP can lead to a device blink (completely inoperable).If you are unsure of your skills, it is better to use other methods.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the Redmi Note 7.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up to enter TWRP.
3. Go to Advanced → File Manager.
4. Open /system/app or /system/priv-app (depending on the location of the application).
5. Find the folder with the name of the program being removed (for example, MiBrowser) and delete it (swipe to the right).
6. Reset the device.

Once removed via TWRP, the app will be erased from the device completely, including all of its files, a method that is suitable for deep cleaning, but requires caution, such as deleting the Settings folder will make it impossible to open the phone's settings.

⚠️ Attention: Before working in TWRP Make sure to backup the system partition, which will allow you to restore the device in case of an error, and also make sure you have enough space on the memory card or internal memory for backup.

6.Alternative methods: disabling updates and hiding icons

If deleting or disabling the application is not possible (for example, due to MIUI limitations), you can go another way:

1. Disabling automatic updates

Many system applications (such as Mi Browser or Mi Video) are updated via Google Play, taking up additional space.

• 🛒 Open the Google Play Store.
• 🔍 Find the application that you want to block the updates.
• 📵 Press three points (⋮) and uncheck the auto update box.

2. Hiding icons from the desktop

If the app cannot be removed, but it interferes with the home screen:

• 📱 Press the application icon and drag it up to the inscription Delete (this will not remove the program, but only remove the shortcut).
• 🔍 Use launchers like Nova Launcher or POCO Launcher that allows you to hide icons of system applications.

3. Freeze applications with Shizuku + App Manager

For users who don't want to unlock the bootloader, the alternative is to freeze the applications, which temporarily stops them from working without completely removing them.

• 📱 Install Shizuku (available on Google Play).
• 🔧 Install App Manager (from Muntashir Al-Islam).
• 🔄 In App Manager, find the right application and select Freeze.

This method is reversible: to unfreeze the application, just re-click Freeze in App Manager.

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If you are unsure about the safety of removing a system application, start with the least risky methods: disable, hide icons or freeze.

Comparison of application removal methods on Redmi Note 7

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing apps on Redmi Note 7