How to remove unnecessary system applications on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is one of the most popular smartphones in the budget segment, but even it suffers from an excess of pre-installed system applications. Mi Music, Mi Video, Browser and dozens of other services take up memory, consume battery power in the background and interfere with comfortable work. In this article, we will discuss how to safely remove system applications on Redmi Note 7 – from a simple shutdown to a radical uninstall via the Internet. ADB and customization.

It is important to understand that removing system components can lead to unstable device operation, interface errors or even a “brick” (complete failure).So we will take a detailed look at all available methods, from the safest to the most risky, as well as alternative ways to optimize the system without drastic interventions.

If you're a beginner, start with the first two ways (disable and freeze). ADB or TWRP. Don’t forget to back up your data before any manipulations!

1. Why system applications interfere with the smartphone

Pre-installed apps on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 are divided into three categories:

• 📱 Useful services – Google Play Services, Mi Account, Security (without them, the smartphone will not work correctly).
• 🗑️ "Garbage apps – Mi Browser, Mi Music, Mi Video, GetApps (can be removed without consequences).
• ⚠️ Critical system components - Android System WebView, MiuiDaemon (deletion will lead to failures).

The main problems they pose are:

• 📉 Battery consumption: Background activity of apps like Mi Browser or Cleaner can eat up to 10-15% day-load.
• 📱 Busy memory: system-wide APK-files take up 1 to 5 GB of internal storage (on the Redmi Note 7 with 64 GB this is critical).
• 🚫 Advertising and spam: Some apps (GetApps, Mi Browser) show ads even in the system menus.
• 🔄 Slowing down the system: unnecessary processes in RAM inhibit multitasking.

According to the tests, after removing unnecessary system applications Redmi Note 7 work 15-20% faster and the battery life increases by 1-2 However, removing critical components (e.g. com.xiaomi.finddevice) can disrupt functions like Find the device".

⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 7 with firmware MIUI 12+ Some system applications are linked to Google Mobile Services (GMS). Deleting them can lead to errors in the work of Google Play, YouTube and other services.

Method 1: Disabling system applications (without root)

The safest method is to disable unnecessary apps through settings, which won't remove them completely, but will stop background activity and hide icons from the menu.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Show All Apps.
3. Find an unneeded app (such as Mi Browser or Mi Music).
4. Click Disable (if the button is inactive, the application is critical to the system).

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ No need for root rights or special knowledge.
• ✅ You can return the application at any time.
• ✅ Minimum risk to system stability.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Applications remain in memory and take place.
• ❌ Some processes may be started again after the update. MIUI.

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Method 2: Freezing through ADB (rootless, but with a PC)

If the shutdown is not enough, you can “freeze” the applications through the ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method blocks their work at the system level, but does not delete files.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• ⚙️ Included debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 times) → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi Note 7 to your PC and confirm debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type: Adb devices Make sure the device is defined.
3. To freeze an application (e.g. Mi Browser), type: adb shell pm hide com.android.browser (replace com.android.browser with the desired application package).
4. To defrost: adb shell pm unhide com.android.browser

List of packages of popular system applications Xiaomi:

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 13+ The pm hide command may not work. In this case, use the alternative: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 But remember: this will completely disable the application for the current user and you can only return it through the ADB.

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Method 3: Complete removal through ADB (skilled)

If you are willing to take risks, you can completely remove unnecessary apps through the ADB. This method frees up space in memory, but irreversible – you can only return the application by flashing it back.

Instructions:

1. Connect Redmi Note 7 to PC and activate ADB (as in the previous method).
2. Enter the command to delete (for example, for Mi Browser): adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.browser Flag --user 0 removes the application only for the current user, and -k caches and data.
3. For complete deletion (including all user data): adb shell pm uninstall com.android.browser Dangerous!

What happens after removal:

• ✅ The application will disappear from the system, freeing up space.
• ✅ It will not consume the battery and RAM.
• ❌ Certain functions MIUI It may stop working (for example, if you delete com.xiaomi.midrop, Mi Drop will disappear).
• ❌ The next major update MIUI The app could come back.

5. Method 4: Removal through TWRP (Requires unlocking of the loader)

For deep cleaning of system applications will need custom recovery TWRP. This method is suitable only for users who are ready to use:

• 🔓 Unlock the loader (erases all data!).
• 📱 Installation TWRP and possible loss of security.
• ⚠️ Risk of "brike" with errors.

Step-by-step:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (instructions on the official Xiaomi website).
2. Install. TWRP Redmi Note 7 (the version must be compatible with the Lavender model).
3. Download System App Remover (for example, SD Maid or Titanium Backup in.zip format for installation via TWRP.
4. Boot in. TWRP (Power + Vol Up) and install a.zip file.
5. Launch the application and select unnecessary system APK remove.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ Remove applications at the system level, freeing up maximum space.
• ✅ You can remove even those applications that do not respond. ADB.

Risks:

• ❌ Loss of warranty (unlocking the bootloader is considered a modification).
• ❌ Bootloop errors can occur when removing critical components.
• ❌ Requires regular updates TWRP new-fixed.

⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 7 with firmware MIUI 14 and newer Xiaomi has tightened protection against modifications.Removal of some system applications (for example, com.lbe.security.miui) can lead to the locking of a device requiring authorization through Mi Account.

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Before removing through TWRP Make a full backup of the section /system purely TWRP (backup → This will allow the system to be restored if something goes wrong.

Method 5: Use of root rights and specialized applications

If you already have root access (for example, through Magisk), you can use applications like Titanium Backup or System App Remover to remove the site.

How it works:

1. Install Magisk and get root.
2. Download Titanium Backup from Magisk Modules or APKMirror.
3. Launch the application, select the Freeze/Delete tab.
4. Mark unnecessary system applications and click Remove.

Pros of the method:

• ✅ Intuitive interface with the ability to filter by application type.
• ✅ You can create a backup before removing.

Cons:

• ❌ Root can disrupt some banking applications (SberBank, Tinkoff).
• ❌ Xiaomi may block access to Mi Account on rooted devices.

Alternative applications for working with system systems APK:

• 🛠️ SD Maid – Clears the cache and deletes residual files.
• 🗑️ App Inspector – shows dependencies between system applications.
• 🔍 Package Name Viewer – Helps you find the exact names of packets.

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Even with root rights, don’t remove apps called com.android., com.google. or com.miui.* without first checking them out—they’re critical to the system.

7. Alternative methods of optimization without removal

If you do not want to take risks, but you need to make room and speed up your smartphone, try these methods:

Clearing the cache and data:

• 🧹 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• Select an unnecessary app (such as Mi Video) and click Clear Cache and Clear Data.
• 📉 This will free up up to 500 MB of space (depending on the number of applications).

Autostart shutdown:

• 🚫 In the same app settings, select AutoRun and turn it off.
• 📱 This will prevent the application from starting at the start of the system.

Use of Lite versions of applications:

• 📲 Install Google Go, Facebook Lite, Messenger Lite instead of the standard versions.
• 📉 They're taking in. 2-3 Less space and less spending RAM.

Transfer of applications to SD-map:

• 📁 B Settings → Apps select the application and click Move to SD-Card (not working for all applications).
• ⚠️ On the Redmi Note 7, it could slow down apps due to microSD’s slow read speed.

Reset to factory settings:

• 🔄 If the smartphone is severely slowing down, reset through Settings → The phone. → Resetting settings.
• 📱 This will delete all user data, but return the system to a “clean” state.

8. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When removing system applications, users often face these problems:

Error 1: The device does not boot (bootloop)

• 🔄 Reason: Removal of critical system component (e.g. com.android.systemui).
• 🛠️ Solution: Download to Fastboot (Power) + Vol Down and reflash your smartphone using the Mi Flash Tool.

Mistake 2: Google Services are no longer working

• 📵 Reason: Delete Google Play Services or related packages.
• 🔧 Solution: Install GApps through TWRP (Download the appropriate version on OpenGApps.org).

Error 3: Persistent error notifications

• ⚠️ Reason: Remove an application that other services depend on (e.g. com.miui.securitycenter).
• 📱 Solution: Return the application through ADB or back up to the backup.

Mistake 4: Mi Accounts or Cloud Services Are Not Working

• ☁️ Reason: Delete com.xiaomi.account or com.miui.cloudservice.
• 🔑 Solution: Refuse your smartphone or restore packages through TWRP.

Error 5: Apps are returned after the update MIUI

• 🔄 Reason: Update firmware restores remote system APK.
• 🛠️ Solution: After updating, re-remove unnecessary packets through ADB or TWRP.

⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 7 with firmware MIUI Global Stable: Some system applications (com.xiaomi.midrop, com.miui.analytics) can automatically update via Google Play. To avoid this, disable auto-update for them in the Play Store settings.

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