What apps to remove on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: safe cleaning

Redmi series smartphones are famous for their excellent price-performance ratio, but owners often face intrusive pre-installed software. The Redmi 9T model is based on the shell of MIUI 12 (with the possibility of upgrading to MIUI 13), which “out of the box” contains many programs that are not critical to the operation of the device, many users do not know which ones can be eliminated for fear of disrupting the stability of the system.

Proper optimization allows not only to free up precious gigabytes of internal memory, but also significantly extend battery life, as background processes will no longer consume the resources of the processor. In this article, we will discuss in detail which unnecessary applications are to be removed and which cannot be touched categorically.

It's important to understand that standard systems can not remove everything, but even basic cleaning will give a tangible result. ADB-deep-cleaning.

Analysis of preinstalled software: what is in Redmi 9T

After the first activation of the Xiaomi Redmi 9T, the user finds a number of icons on the desktop that he did not install: this is so-called bloatware, software preinstalled by the manufacturer or carrier, some of which perform useful functions, while the other just takes up space.

First of all, you should look at folders called Tools or Google, which often hide duplicate services inside them, for example, a phone can have both Google browsers, Opera and a built-in Mi Browser, and having three browsers is a clear excess for the average user.

The Mi ecosystem services are particularly noteworthy, as they provide data synchronization, cloud and theme, but if you don't use a Mi Account, many of these components become ballast, and when you delete or disable them, you can reduce the workload on RAM.

⚠️ Warning: Before you start any manipulation of system components, make sure you have a stable internet connection and battery charge above 50%.Abrupt power outage while removing system packages can cause software failure.

The analysis shows that up to 15 percent of the disk space on new devices is occupied by pre-installed files, which can be classified as “junk” and their elimination is the first step to customizing the device to suit your needs.

Safe removal through standard settings

The easiest and safest way to get rid of excess software is to use the built-in Android functionality. This method does not require a connection to a computer and eliminates the risk of “bricking” the smartphone with inept actions.

First, you need to go to the settings menu. → All applications. Here's a complete list of installed software. As you scroll through the list, you'll see applications that you can delete or disable.

If the Remove button is inactive (gray), try to click "Disable" and this action will hide the application from the menu and stop all its processes, which is effectively equivalent to deleting from a resource point of view, while the system will continue to consider the application installed, but it will not work.

And the big thing to do is to look at apps from Facebook and Microsoft, which are often built into the global firmware, and you can easily remove them if you don't use them every day, and that will make space and eliminate unnecessary notifications.

Once each element is removed or disabled, it is recommended to restart the device, allowing the system to redistribute resources and complete cleaning of the cache associated with the remote components.

List of applications that can be removed without risk

There is a list of programs, the removal of which is guaranteed not to affect the basic functionality of the smartphone Redmi 9T. These are services that duplicate the functionality of other applications or serve solely to promote the company's services.

First of all, these are advertising services and analytics. MSA (MIUI System Ads is the main source of advertising in the system, it is significantly improved user experience, and you can safely remove Mi Pay if you do not use it. NFC-Payment through Xiaomi services.

Next comes the standard multimedia apps, and if you prefer VLC over built-in video player or Google Photos over Mi Gallery, native apps can be eliminated, which is especially true for owners of the 64GB version.

• 📺 Mi Video / Mi Music – standard players that often contain built-in advertising and streaming services that do not work in the CIS.
• 🎮 Games (GetApps, Mi Games) – game stores that duplicate the Google Play Store and are often sources of push notifications.
• 🧹 Cleaner is a built-in tool that can be replaced with more advanced analogues like Files by Google or Google. SD Maid.
• 🌍 Compass, Calculator, Recorder – if you use third-party analogues, standard ones can be removed, they are not systemically important.

Removing these components will not disrupt calls, texting or mobile Internet, but will remain stable and the interface will be cleaner, but you should always keep in mind your individual usage habits.

It’s worth noting that some apps, such as Google Assistant or Google Lens, are deeply integrated into the system, and deleting them is possible, but may require additional actions to restore voice search functionality.

Deep cleaning through ADB: instructions for advanced

To remove system applications that are not removed in the standard way, you will need to use the Android Debug Bridge toolkit (ADB). This method requires connecting the smartphone to the computer through USB-cable and availability of drivers.

The first step is to activate the developer mode. → About the phone and quickly press 7 times on the item "Version" MIUI". After that, a new section "Additional" or "Extended settings" will appear in the menu, where you need to turn on "Debugging by USB".

Connect your phone to your PC, select File Transfer mode, and confirm the debugging request on your smartphone screen. Then, on your computer, commands are entered to delete packets at the command line (terminal), and the command syntax is as follows:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name packet

For example, to remove a standard browser, the command will look like an adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.browser. It is important to know the exact name of the package. A name error will result in the command not executing, but the system will not suffer.

⚠️ Warning: Never delete packets that you are not 100% sure of their purpose.Removing critical system components (such as Settings, SystemUI, or input drivers) may make it impossible to boot your device.

This method is good because the application is only removed for the current user (user 0), but physically remains in the system partition, which means that in the event of a critical error, you can always make a full reset (Hard Reset) and return everything as it was.

System Packages Table: What You Can Touch

For ease of navigation and decision-making, a table of the main packages found on Redmi 9T is compiled. It indicates whether their removal is safe and which features may stop working.

Using this table will help you navigate the sea of system processes. If you see a familiar name but don't know its exact identifier, use the package analyzer apps from the Play Market store.

Remember that after deep cleaning through ADB, the standard settings menu may stop displaying remote applications, as the system will assume that they never were there.

Recovery of Remote Components and Possible Errors

Even with careful handling of the system, sometimes there are situations when a remote application is necessary, or after cleaning, there are malfunctions in the interface, and fortunately, most changes are reversible.

If you've removed apps from standard settings, you can return them by finding them in the Google Play store or GetApps store and installing them again. With system components removed through ADB, things are more complicated, but they're also solvable.

To recover packets deleted through ADB, the reinstall command is used to return the application to the user.

adb shell cmd package install-existing name packet

If the phone stops loading or is not working properly (sound is lost, the network is not working), the only correct solution is a complete reset to factory settings, which will delete all user data, but return the system to its original state.

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Before deep cleaning, write down or take a picture of the list of packets being removed, which will allow you to quickly restore the system in case of unforeseen errors, without knowing which component caused the failure.

It is a common mistake to remove the Google Services Framework, which should not be done under any circumstances, as this will cause all Google services to fail, including the app store, maps and contact sync.

Optimization after cleaning: fixing the result

Once the extra apps are removed, the system becomes lighter, but to achieve maximum effect, it is recommended to conduct additional optimization. 9T work faster and smoother.

First, clear the cache of the remaining applications. Go to Settings → Storage → Cleanup. The system will suggest that you delete temporary files that have accumulated over time. This is safe and frees up space.

Also worth checking is autoboot. MIUI has a "App AutoStart" feature, which disables any programs you don't need right after you turn on your phone, which will speed up the system's load and save battery power in the first minutes of use.

• 🚀 Animation – in developer mode, reduce the scale of animation windows and transitions to 0.5x. This will visually speed up the interface.
• 🔋 Battery – Configure power saving mode for background applications so they don’t wake up the processor unnecessarily.
• 📡 Advertising – don’t forget to disable personalization of ads in the Mi Account settings and in the Passwords and Security section".

Regularly checking the list of installed apps at least once a month will help keep the smartphone clean. New programs often install their own add-ons, which can and should be disposed of.

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The main purpose of cleaning is not just to free up space, but to stop the background processes that consume the resources of the processor and battery, making the use of the smartphone more comfortable.

Following these guidelines, you will turn your Redmi 9T into a personalized tool, free of intrusive software.