Xiaomi smartphones and their MIUI or HyperOS shell are known for aggressive power saving, a feature designed to extend battery life that often causes users to miss important messages. Device owners often face a situation where the VK app is working, but notifications come with a delay or do not appear at all, which creates discomfort, especially when you need to respond quickly to incoming events.
The problem lies in how the Android operating system in conjunction with the manufacturer's add-ons manages background processes. Standard settings may not be enough for stable operation of messengers and social networks. In this article, we will discuss in detail how to properly configure VK notifications so that no message is lost in the system. We will look at both the basic parameters of the application itself and the specific settings of Xiaomi's system.
So this is going to take a few steps to get it right, and then we're going to go to the Android permissions, and we're going to focus on the autostart and background sections, because they're the ones that block the fluffs most, and then you're going to get the interfaces right.
Basic setting of notifications inside the VKontakte application
Before you get into the wilds of your phone's system settings, you need to make sure that the VK app itself has permission to send messages. Often users accidentally turn off the sound or completely block the notifications in the social network interface. Open the app and go to the Services section, and then select Settings. In the menu that opens, find Notifications.
There's a wide range of customization options here, you can customize individual sounds for private messages, comments, likes or friend requests, and it's important to check that the Sound and Vibration slider is activated, and if there's a stub here, no system dances with a drum will make the phone sound.
⚠️ Attention: In new versions of the application VK The interface may vary slightly. Look for the Notifications and Sounds section or search for the settings inside the app by entering the word "sound".
You should also pay attention to the Do Not Disturb settings. If you have this schedule mode on, messages may come without sound at certain times of the day. Make sure that the exceptions are set correctly, or temporarily turn off the function for verification. Once you make changes to the application, the Android system may require confirmation of rights, which we will talk about later.
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If you want to hear different sounds for different people, use the feature "Favorite Dialogs" in the settings of VK notifications, assigning them priority sound.
Android System Permissions for the VK App
The Android operating system on Xiaomi phones requires explicit permission for each application to display information on the lock screen and in the curtain. Without this, even the working application will be silent. Go to the phone Settings, select the App section and find in the VK (or VKontakte) list.
In the app menu, we're interested in Notifications, where the main switch should be on, where a detailed list of notification types will open, where you can flexibly manage what you want to see, and where you want to include all categories related to messages, you should not miss anything important.
Note the option "On lock screen." If it's off, you won't see text until you unlock your phone. Also check the display style: you can choose to display an icon, text or hide content for privacy purposes. For maximum control, select "Show all content."
- 🔔 Sound: Make sure that the "Messages" category is a specific sound, not a "No Sound" mode".
- 📱 Status bar: Allow the icon to be displayed in the top panel of the screen.
- 🔒 Lock screen: Activate display of banners over other windows.
- 📢 Importance: Set a high priority for private messages to pop up even in games.
Set up auto-start and work in the background on MIUI
This is the most critical stage for Xiaomi smartphone owners. Aggressive battery optimization often kills the VK process when the screen goes out. To make the app work constantly, it needs to allow auto-start and work in the background. Open the Security app (a standard application from Xiaomi with a green shield icon).
In the security menu, find the Permissions section and select AutoRun. Search VK and turn on the slider. This will allow the app to start immediately after you turn on the phone without waiting for your first opening. Next, go back to the permissions menu and find the Work in the background. Here you also need to select VK and set the value "No restrictions".
⚠️ Note: Without setting the "No Limits" option, the system can force the application to close through 10-15 minutes after the screen is turned off, which will lead to the loss of flies.
You also need to lock the app in memory. Open the list of running applications (swipe up from the center of the screen or menu button), find the VK window and click on the lock icon. This will prevent the application from being cleaned by the Clean All function. Now the background process will be protected from accidental termination.
☑️ Checklist settings MIUI
Energy saving modes and their impact on fluff
Built-in energy saving modes are the main enemy of instant notifications. There are several levels of energy saving on Xiaomi smartphones. Standard mode can limit background activity, and Ultra or Superpower saving mode actually turns the smartphone into a button call, shutting down the Internet and background processes of most applications.
Check the current battery status. If you're saving mode activated, try switching to Performance mode or just turning off the savings. Go to Settings → Battery. You can set exceptions here. Add VK to the list of applications that are not limited when you turn on energy saving.
Also worth mentioning is MIUI Optimization in the developer menu, which in rare cases, turning it on or off can affect the stability of the pus, although by default it should be active. If nothing helps, you can try resetting the optimization settings, but this is a last resort.
| Mode of work | Impact on notifications | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Normal. | Standard work, possible delays | Optimal for most people. |
| Saving energy | Limits background synchronization | Add VK to the exceptions |
| Ultra-savings | Complete blocking of background processes | Do not use it permanently |
| Productivity | Maximum activity, high consumption | For games and important tasks |
Why do notifications only come after the app is opened?
Solving problems with the Internet and network settings
Sometimes the problem isn't with the app settings, but with an unstable network connection or ISP restrictions. Xiaomi has a traffic restriction feature for individual apps. Go to the Security → Traffic → Speed is limited (or Traffic Limit). Make sure VK is allowed access to mobile internet and Wi-Fi.
A common problem is protocol conflict. IPv6 and IPv4. If you use mobile internet, try the access point settings (APN) Change protocol. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN). Select your SIM card and find the "Protocol" option APN". Try switching from IPv6/IPv4 Only IPv4.
It is also worth checking if you have a static system. IP-Address in the Wi-Fi settings that may conflict with the router. In the Wi-Fi settings, click on your network gear, select Settings IP" And make sure it's worth it. DHCP. This will ensure that the address is automatically and correctly received.
- 🌐 Private. DNS: In the connection settings, try to disable "Private" DNS" or prescribe dns.google if the provider blocks the server.
- 📶 Network reset: If problems persist, reset network settings in the Connection and Sharing menu".
- 🛡️ Antiviruses: Third-party antiviruses can block the connection.
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Changing APN to IPv4 often solves the problem of missing messages on the mobile Internet, as some VK servers are better optimized for this standard in mobile networks of operators.
Additional methods and reinstallation of the application
If none of the above methods worked, it is possible that the app cache files are corrupted or the version of the program is incompatible with the current version of Android.The first step should be to clear the cache. Go to Settings → Applications → VK → Memory and click Clear Cache. Don't confuse it with Clear All, otherwise you will have to re-enter the password.
A radical but often effective method is a complete reinstallation: uninstall the app, restart your smartphone, and download the latest version from the official Google Play store or AppGallery. It is important not to restore old settings from the backup immediately, but to check the operation of the fluffs on the “clean” application.
⚠️ Note: When reinstalling, make sure you remember your account login and password, and have access to your phone number to confirm your login.
In some cases, turning off Google Play Protect for a particular application if the system mistakenly marks its actions as suspicious (although this is rare for the official version of VK), it is also worth checking the date and time on the device - time out-synchronization can lead to errors in security certificates and connection breakage.