Users of budget smartphones often face the nuances of the interface, which on flagship models are solved automatically. The question of how to enter the basket on the Xiaomi Redmi 7 phone does not arise by chance, since the logic of the system applications here may differ from the usual standards of Android. MIUI It has its own navigation features that require careful study.
The main difficulty is that there is no universal system “basket” for the entire phone. Redmi 7, released in 2019, runs on Android 9 with the addition of MIUI 10 or 11, where each app store and service has its own isolated storage for goods.
In this guide, we will detail the ways to access the list of selected products in the main applications that are preinstalled or often used on this device, you will learn how to find hidden menus and fix display errors if the standard interface does not respond to user actions.
System architecture of the basket in MIUI
The first step to understanding the process is to realize that the operating system doesn't combine purchases from multiple sources into a single folder. When you add a product to Xiaomi Redmi 7, it's stored in the database of the specific application you're browsing through, and this is done for security and user data separation.
For example, files downloaded from your browser end up in one folder and apps from GetApps end up in another. Similar is the case with commercial sites. If you searched for a product in your Chrome browser, it won't show up in the shopping cart of the official Mi Store, and vice versa. The shopping cart is always tied to the account and the specific application that started the checkout procedure.
The MIUI interface on the Redmi 7 may hide some controls depending on the theme chosen. If the standard icons are not visible, it is possible that the active visual style changes the location of the buttons. In this case, it is recommended to temporarily switch to classic design through the Topics menu → Profile → My Themes → Classic.
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to find a single system folder in the file manager. It only stores technical caches, not active payment orders.
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Before searching for products, make sure that the date and time settings are set to the correct time zone, otherwise the store safety certificates may not load the content correctly.
Access to the cart in the official Mi Store
Xiaomi Redmi 7 owners are primarily interested in their native app store and services. To get into the cart here, you need to launch the GetApps app (formerly Mi Store), which is usually marked with an orange icon with a package symbol or the letter "A" on the desktop.
After you start the app, look at the bottom navigation bar or the top right corner of the screen. Depending on the version of the interface, the cart icon can be represented by a cart symbol or a profile icon. Clicking on this element opens a list of delayed purchases or installations.
If you've added paid themes or games but the cart is empty, check the account region. Mi Account servers can divide content by geography. Changing region in your phone settings sometimes helps sync data, but can lead to the loss of some local offers.
- 🛒 Click on the profile icon in the lower right corner of the store's main screen.
- 📦 Select the "Orders" or "Basket" tab in the menu that opens.
- 🔄 Pull the list down for a forced server cache update.
In some versions of the firmware, purchases are accessed via the side menu, clicking on three horizontal bars in the corner of the screen, and this action will open a sliding bar where "My Orders", "Subscriptions" and "Basket" sections will be available.
Work with Google Play Store on Redmi 7
Since Redmi 7 is Google certified, the standard Play Store is the primary source of content for many users.Basket login here is via a single Google account that syncs with all devices.
Open the Play Store app and tap the round avatar of your profile in the top right corner. In the drop-down menu, select Payments and Subscriptions or Devices. However, the App and Device Management section is often used to manage installations.
Inside this section is the Manage tab, and that's where you see all the apps that are waiting to be installed, or those that have been added to your wish list but haven't yet been downloaded, and that's the equivalent of a digital content basket.
| Section | Function | Location. |
|---|---|---|
| Profile | Access to settings | Top right corner |
| Management | List of installations | Inside the profile menu |
| Family | Public access | Family settings |
It is important to note that the Play Store does not have a classic deferred shopping cart like online stores. If you add an app, it either starts downloading immediately or falls into the Library list. For physical goods, a separate Google Store service is used, access to which may be restricted in the Russian Federation.
⚠️ Note: When you clear the Play Store app data through your phone’s settings, the download history won’t disappear, but the temporary shopping cart files can be deleted.
☑️ Checking the settings of Google Play
Browser basket and Yandex.Market
Often users are looking for ways to log into the shopping cart on Xiaomi Redmi 7, referring to the process of shopping online through the browser. In this case, the shopping cart is part of the website, not a function of the phone.
If you've used Yandex or Yandex.Market, the algorithm is different. Open the marketplace app. At the bottom of the screen is the navigation bar. The shopping cart icon is usually located on the right or in the center, next to the search button.
In the Mi Browser browser, which is preinstalled on Redmi 7, the site basket can be saved in the download history if you downloaded files. To access it, click on the download icon (arrow down) in the bottom of the browser, which stores all downloaded installation files.
- 🌐 Open your browser and go to the site where you made a choice of products.
- 👤 Log in to your personal account using log-in and password.
- 🛍️ Click on the bag or cart icon in the site's header.
Problems with displaying shopping carts in the browser often involve crowded cache. Clearing browsing history and cookies can solve the problem, but will require re-authorization on sites. This is a standard procedure for serving web clients on mobile devices.
What to do if the site does not open?
Troubleshooting and Hidden Menus
If none of the above methods helped you get into the cart on the Xiaomi Redmi 7, perhaps the problem lies in the software glitch. MIUI Known for its aggressive work with memory, which can unload the background processes of stores.
Check your energy savings settings. Go to Settings → Battery → Energy Saving. Make sure that the app store you are using (Mi Store, Play Market or browser) is not in a austerity mode. Choose the "No Limits" option.
Also worth checking for updates for the store app itself. An outdated version of GetApps or Google Play Services may not display new interface elements, including the shopping cart buttons correctly. Go to the app's settings and click "Update."
In rare cases, resetting the app helps. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find the right store and select Clear Data. This will return the program to a post-purchase state, eliminating possible file conflicts.
⚠️ Note: Cleaning up the application data will remove saved logins and passwords inside this application, so make sure to remember the login details.
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Updating Google and MIUI system components on time prevents 90% of interface display errors in app stores.
Security of payments and accounts
When working with the cart on a Redmi 7 smartphone, it is important to remember security. The cart often stores data about selected products, and sometimes tied cards for quick payment.
Use Second Space if you want to isolate financial applications from your phone’s main use, creating a separate desktop with your apps and your shopping carts, which are protected by a separate password or fingerprint.
Check the active session list on your Mi and Google account regularly. If you logged in from someone else's device or through a suspicious Wi-Fi network, it's better to change your password. Redmi 7 supports a fingerprint scanner, which makes it much easier to securely log in.
Don’t save your card details in your browser if other family members are using the phone, but use services like Google Pay (if available) or Mi Pay, which require biometric confirmation for each transaction, even if the item is already in the shopping cart.