Xiaomi’s current Smart TVs run on Android TV or PatchWall, making the TV a full-fledged multimedia center. As with smartphones, running programs continue to consume RAM even after you stop using them, which can lead to slowdowns, video hang-ups, or incorrect behavior of the system as a whole.
Proper management of active processes is not just a way to clean up the mess, but a necessary measure of failure prevention. Unlike the old button models, where everything worked linearly, modern platforms require periodic cache cleaning and forced shutdown of services. In this article, we will examine all available methods of closing programs, from standard remote buttons to advanced developer tools.
Standard methods through the remote control
The most obvious and quick way to close an app on a Xiaomi Mi TV or Redmi TV is to use a remote control. However, many users confuse the Home button with the actual closure of the program. When you press the Home Screen Return button, the app often just folds into the background, continuing to hang in RAM.
To complete the work, you need to call the menu of running tasks. On most Xiaomi remotes, this is done by double pressing the Menu button (three bars) or holding the Home button. In the window that opens, you will see cards of all active programs. When you hover over the desired application, click the button with the image of the garbage can or select "Close" in the context menu.
⚠️ Note: Do not close the system services of Google Play Services or system components of Android, marked with the icon of the robot.
If the standard menu doesn't open, try an alternative combination: press and hold the OK button for 3-5 seconds. On some firmware versions, this action causes the current application to be forced to terminate without entering the general task menu. This method is especially useful if the interface has stalled and stopped responding to normal commands.
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If the remote stops responding to the presses when you freeze, try to remove the batteries for 10 seconds, and then insert back - this will reboot the Bluetooth module of the remote.
Use of built-in memory cleaning tools
The Android operating system on Xiaomi TVs comes with built-in optimization utilities that allow you to close all background apps in one action, which is much more efficient than manual switching, and access to these features is usually in the settings section or in the quick menu.
To use this method, go to Settings → Applications, where you will see a list of all installed programs. If you select a specific application, such as YouTube or Kinopoisk, you will find a button "Stop", clicking this button forcibly terminates all processes associated with this software and clears the temporary data.
- 🚀 Acceleration: Freeing RAM instantly increases the interface response speed.
- 🛑 Stop: Guaranteed termination of background data downloading and advertising.
- 🧹 Cleanup: Delete temporary files that may have accumulated during operation.
Also worth noting is the Memory Cleanup feature, which is often displayed in a separate widget on the desktop or in the quick setup menu (called by long pressing the power button), which automatically detects “heavy” applications and prompts them to close to improve system performance.
Forced Closure through Android Settings
In situations where the application has stopped responding and is not closed by standard methods, a deeper approach is required, you will have to use the extended menu of operating system settings, which is the most reliable method for "curing" the frozen programs.
The sequence of actions is as follows: open Settings, go to the Applications (or Applications and Notifications) section. Find the problem program in the list. If the list is long, use the filter or sort by name. After selecting the application, click the "Forced Stop" button.
⚠️ Warning: After a forced stop, the app may reset its login settings. You will need to re-authenticate to your account the next time you start.
Developer mode is available for advanced users. To activate it, go to Settings → About Device and quickly click on "Build Number" 7 times. After that, a new section "Developers" will appear in the settings menu, where you can manage processes in more detail, including limiting background activity.
☑️ Pre-reset check
Third-party utilities for task management
Xiaomi’s regular funds are sometimes not enough, especially on older, low-memory TVs, where specialized apps from the Google Play Store come to the rescue, providing more flexible control over running processes.
One of the most popular utilities is Squirrel TV, or various versions of Task Killers, which hang in the background and monitor resource consumption, and when you exceed a certain memory loading threshold, they automatically close the least important applications, making room for the current task.
Another effective solution is to install file managers with application management functions, such as File Commander or X-Plore, which often have a built-in module called Task Manager, which shows real-time RAM consumption and allows you to complete processes in one click.
- 📊 Monitoring: Visualization of the load on the processor and memory in real time.
- ⚙️ Automation: Set up rules for automatic program closure.
- 🔍 Analytics: Identifying applications that slow down the system the most.
But be careful: installing too many optimizers can backfire, and each application consumes resources, and it's better to pick one proven utility and set it up correctly than to keep five different cleaners.
Why does the TV slow down even after the app is closed?
Comparison of closing methods of applications
Different ways of ending programs have their pros and cons, and their impact on the system, and understanding these differences will help you choose the most appropriate method for a particular situation.
Below is a table comparing the basic approaches to managing applications on Xiaomi and Redmi TVs, which will help you quickly navigate which tool to use to solve your problem.
| Method | Speed of operation | Depth of cleaning | Risk of failure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home button | Instantly. | Low (curling) | Absent. |
| Task menu (list) | Quickly. | Medium | Minimum |
| Forced stopping | Middle-Average | High (full) | Medium (setting reset) |
| Third-party utilities | Depends on the software. | Tall. | Depends on the app. |
As you can see from the table, the task menu is enough for everyday use. Forced stop is rarely required, mainly to correct errors. Third-party software is only justified on devices with limited performance.
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The optimal strategy is to use a regular task menu for daily work and forced stop only when a particular application is clearly malfunctioning.
Prevention and optimization of the system
To avoid having to permanently close applications manually, it is important to properly configure the Xiaomi TV from the start. Android TV can manage memory itself, but it needs help with this. Regular prevention will prolong the life of the device and ensure smooth operation of the interface.
First of all, turn off automatic app updates at night if you have unstable internet or a weak processor. This can be done in the Google Play Store settings. It is also recommended to regularly clean the cache of popular streaming services, as they tend to accumulate gigabytes of temporary files.
Don't install programs on your TV that aren't adapted for remote control (mobile APKs). They often have processes that are not properly closed and continue to hang in your memory, eating up resources. Use only versions labeled "Android TV" or "TV Ready."
- 🔄 Reboot: Once a week, completely turn off the TV from the outlet, not just the remote control.
- 🚫 Limits: Don’t install more apps than you really need.
- 📡 Network: Keep an eye on the space in your internal memory, leaving a minimum 15-20% empty.
Compliance with these simple rules will allow your Xiaomi TV to work quickly and consistently for many years. Remember that electronics do not like constant maximum load, and timely closing of unnecessary tasks is a concern for the durability of the device.