Owners of Redmi, Poco and Xiaomi smartphones often encounter intrusive system software that takes up precious space and consumes resources. Embedded programs, often called "bloatware," can include duplicate services, advertising modules and rarely used utilities. Standard means of the system can not hide them, as they are part of the firmware MIUI or a new HyperOS.
Removing the standard Xiaomi app is a process that requires care, but is easily accessible even to the inexperienced user. There are several methods, from using special tools on a PC to manually entering commands through USB debugging. It is important to understand that data security and the stability of the device depend on the correctness of your actions during cleaning.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all available ways to uninstall system software, you will learn which packages can be touched without risking the operation of the phone, and which are better left alone, and we will also look at the nuances of working with ADB rights and the features of new versions of the shell.
Preparing a smartphone and computer for work
Before you start removing system components, you need to configure the device correctly. The first step is always to activate the developer mode. To do this, go to the Settings → About menu and quickly click 7-10 times on the MIUI version or OS version. After that, a new menu will appear in the advanced settings.
Then you need to include the debugging of USB. Find the “Developers” section in the menu and activate the “Debugging by” switch. USB». Without this option, the computer will not be able to send commands to delete packets «USB-Debugging (security settings) if available in your firmware version.
You'll need a Windows, macOS or Linux computer to work, and you'll need to install drivers for your device, which are usually automatically loaded by the system, or download them from the manufacturer's official website, and you'll need a high-quality shield cable to keep the connection from breaking down at a critical moment.
⚠️ Warning: Before you start any manipulation of system files, be sure to back up your critical data. Deleting critical system components can cause a cyclical reboot of your device.
Removal method through ADB Shell (Universal method)
The most reliable and clean way to remove embedded software is to use the Android Debug Bridge toolkit (ADB). This method does not require a superuser (Root) license, which retains the warranty on the device. SDK Platform Tools from the official Google website and unpack the archive on your computer.
Connect your smartphone to your PC and open the command line or terminal in the ADB tool folder. Enter the adb device command to check the connection. The phone screen will see a request for debugging permission — be sure to tick the "Always Allow" box and confirm the action. If a device with device status appears on the list, you can move to the next step.
To remove a specific packet, the command adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name.packet. The key here is knowing exactly the packet name, which is often different from the application name. For example, the system browser may be called com.android.browser, and the theme store may be called com.xiaomi.thememanager.
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.misystem
This command will remove the app only for the current user (user 0) without affecting the system partition, which means that when reset to factory settings, the application will return, but in normal operation it will disappear from the menu and stop consuming resources.
What to do if the team is not executed?
If you get a mistake, “Failure” [DELETE_FAILED_INTERNAL_ERROR]», The application may be critical to the system or protected by the manufacturer. Try to disable it first via adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 If this doesn't work, it means that the package is protected from removal at the firmware level, another interference may disrupt the phone.> Use of specialized slits (Xiaomi) ADB/Fastboot Tools: For those who don’t want to work with the command line, there are graphical shells like Xiaomi. ADB/Fastboot Tools by Szaki, which automatically identifies the connected device and offers a list of packages that are installed with a description. The interface allows you to remove applications with the simple click of a button. The program often labels packages with colors: green for safe, yellow for controversial, and red for critical, which significantly reduces the risk of removing an important system component that is responsible for communication or screen operation. However, it is worth considering that third-party programs may require the installation of Java or other libraries, and they are updated less often than new software from Xiaomi, so the list may not include the most recent system applications. Package analysis: what can be removed and what can not Android System and shell MIUI Blindly removing anything that seems superfluous can cause your phone to fail, for example, deleting Google Play Services will make most third-party applications impossible to work, and deleting the system framework will cause an endless reboot. It is safe to remove advertising services (MSA), analytics, duplicate browsers and stores if you do not use them. Also often remove applications for cleaning memory, virus scanners and themes if you prefer third-party solutions. But with components responsible for calls, messages and display, you need to be extremely careful. Below is a table with examples of packages and recommendations for their removal: Package Description Recommendation com.misys System service MIUI Do not delete (critically) com.xomiia.com.com, but with components responsible for the use of the browser.com, you can always delete it before the browser (you can delete it.com) If you're not sure what a particular process does, you better leave it. Having one extra app is less dangerous than a broken phone. Recovery of remote system applications If you delete something superfluous during the cleaning process and notice strange system behavior, don't panic. Since we used the removal method for the current user (--user 0), The files are left in the system partition. They can be easily restored without flashing the device. To return a remote application, use the command adb shell cmd package install-existing name.packet. This instruction forces the system to re-register the application for your user. Some versions of Android also run an adb shell pm install-existing name.packet.In case the phone stopped booting after removing the critical component, you will need to log in to Recovery mode. You can reset to the factory's Wipe Data through the recovery menu, which will put all system applications back in place, but delete your personal data. ⚠️ Note: Do not attempt to restore system files manually through file managers with Root rights unless you have experience. ADB Reinstal is the safest way. Features of removal in HyperOS and new versions MIUI With the release of the HyperOS shell, Xiaomi has strengthened the protection of system partitions. Some packages that were previously deleted without problems can now block the uninstall command, giving an error, due to the introduction of new security mechanisms and system integrity. The new versions also changed the names of some system services, for example, advertising services could be renamed or distributed among several processes. If the standard command doesn't work, try first disabling the app (disable-user) and then, after the reboot, trying to remove it. It's also worth noting that HyperOS has more aggressive protection against unauthorized changes. When you try to remove critical components, the system can automatically restore them after rebooting. In such cases, you only have to wait for patches from the community or install global firmware without regional restrictions. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Is it safe to remove Google Play Services? Absolutely not. Deleting Google Play services will lead to the failure of most applications, including maps, store, synchronization of the phone in the application. The ADB method allows you to delete or disable applications for the current user without obtaining superuser rights. This does not violate the warranty. Will remote applications return after the system update? Yes, when you update the firmware (OTA) or reset to factory settings, all system applications will return to their original state, since we removed them only from the user profile, not from the system partition. Can you delete the Mi Store store and Xiaomi services? Yes, removing com.xiamipicks (Mi Store) and related services is safe if you do not use the Xiaomi ecosystem and remove the notifications.