How to return remote applications to Xiaomi Redmi 6: all ways from simple to complex

Deleting an application on Xiaomi Redmi 6 often seems irreversible — especially if you erase it accidentally or after resetting it. But in fact, you can return the program in at least 5 different ways, even if it was preinstalled system utility, the main thing is to act on the algorithm, given the features of the MIUI firmware and the hardware limitations of the smartphone.

In this article, we will discuss all working methods, from basic (via Google Play) to advanced (using ADB and backups). Separately, we will focus on the nuances of Redmi 6: why some applications do not recover through Settings → Applications, how to bypass the bootloader lock and what to do if the program disappeared after the MIUI update. All instructions are tested on current versions of the firmware (including MIUI 12.5 and later).

⚠️ Important: If you have removed the system application (e.g. Security, Themes, or Camera), standard methods may not work. ADB Or flashing it. Details are in the advanced methods section.

1.Restore through Google Play Market

The easiest way to return a remote application is to reinstall it from Google Play, which will work for all user programs (e.g. VK, Telegram, YouTube), as well as for some pre-installed Xiaomi utilities (e.g. Mi Video or Mi Music).

Algorithm:

• 📱 Open Google Play Market on your phone.
• 🔍 In the search bar, enter the name of the remote application.
• 📥 If the program is found, click Install (for free) or Buy (for paid).
• ⚙️ Wait for the download and installation to be completed.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi system applications (such as Security or Mi Accounts) are not displayed in the Play Market.

If the app is not in the Play Market, check:

• 🌐 Internet connection (better via Wi-Fi).
• 🔄 Update to Google Play itself (go to Settings) → Annexes → Google Play Market → Update).
• 📌 Account Region (some programs are not available in certain countries).

2. Return via the Remote Applications menu to MIUI

MIUI has a built-in remote program tracking feature called the Application Recycle Bin, which works like a shopping cart on a computer: once removed, the application is stored temporarily and can be restored within 30 days.

How to return the application through the cart:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Remote Apps.
3. Find the program in the list and click Restore.
4. Confirm the action (if necessary, enter the password from Mi Account).

🔹 Limitations of method:

• 🕒 It only works if less than 30 days have passed since removal.
• 🚫 Does not restore system applications (such as Settings or Phone).
• 📱 Requires authorization in Mi Account (if the phone is linked to the account).

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If the list of remote applications is empty, try to update MIUI to the latest version – in new firmware, the basket function works more stable.

3. Restore from MIUI backup

If you regularly back up your remote applications through Settings → Additional → Backup, you can return the remote applications with their data, which is suitable for all types of programs, including system ones.

Step-by-step:

Connect your phone to Wi-Fi|Open the Settings. → Additionally. → Backup|Select the latest copy with the desired application|Click Restore and Confirm|Wait for the process to be completed (don’t turn off your phone)-->

⚠️ Note: When you restore from a backup, all current app data will be replaced with what was at the time of the backup creation. For example, if you restore WhatsApp, you will lose new messages received after you created a copy of the backup.

🔹 What to do if there is no backup copy?

• 🔄 Try cloud recovery via Mi Cloud (if the feature has been activated).
• 📱 Connect your phone to your computer and check the folder MIUI/backup/AllBackup locally available copies.
• 🛠️ Use third-party utilities to extract data from backups (e.g. Mi). PC Suite).

4 Manual System Application Recovery through ADB

If you have removed a system application (e.g., com.miui.securitycenter) and previous methods have failed, you will need to use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires USB debugging enabled and works even on a locked bootloader.

🔹 Preparation:

1. Download and install Google’s Platform Tools (includes adb).
2. On your phone, activate Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times to unlock Developer Mode).
3. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
4. Connect Redmi 6 to your computer via USB-cable (select File Transfer Mode).

🔹 Recovery through ADB:

1. Open the command line (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools.
2. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear serial number of your phone.
3. Install a remote application (replace package.name with a real identifier, such as com.miui.securitycenter): adb shell cmd package install-existing package.name
4. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

📌 Where to get the name of the package (package.name)?

• 🔍 See the list of remote applications through adb shell pm list packages -u.
• 🌐 Search the Internet for the "Package Name app».
• 📄 Use the list of standard packages MIUI (see spoiler below).

If the install-existing command doesn’t work, try an alternative method: download the APK application (for example, with APKMirror) and install it via ADB:

adb install path/to/app.apk

5. Phone flashing (last resort)

If none of these methods work, you just have to reflash the phone, which will return all system applications to their original state, but will erase all user data (photos, messages, settings).

🔹 How to Fix Redmi 6 Without Losing Data?

• 📱 Make a backup copy through Settings → Additionally. → Backup.
• 🔄 Download the official firmware for Redmi 6 (version) MIUI This should be the same as the current one.
• 🛠️ Use the Mi Flash Tool for firmware in Clean All (full clean) or Clean All and Lock (with bootloader lock) mode).

⚠️ Note: Unofficial firmware (custom) ROM It may disrupt the operation of the module NFC or disable data encryption on Redmi 6. Use only official builds!

🔹 Alternative: If you are afraid to stitch it yourself, contact the Xiaomi service center. ~500–1000 rubles).

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Flashing is the only way to return remote system applications if they have been erased along with their data in the /system/app folder.

6.How to prevent accidental removal of applications in the future

To avoid losing important programs, follow the following simple rules:

• 🔒 Turn off the removal of system applications: go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Settings and uncheck the tick with Show system processes.
• 📥 Backups regularly: set up automatic backups in Mi Cloud or Google Drive.
• 🛡️ Use a password to delete: in some firmware MIUI request PIN-code when uninstallation (through settings) → Lockdown and protection).
• 📌 Install applications for protection: for example, AppLock from Xiaomi blocks not only the launch, but also the removal of programs.

🔹 What to do if your child has removed the app?

Activate the mode for children in MIUI:

1. Go to Settings → Special Opportunities → Mode for children.
2. Set a password and select apps that cannot be removed.
3. Block access to Google Play and Settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about app recovery