Xiaomi’s MIUI-based smartphones are known for their abundance of pre-installed apps, many of which users never run. These programs take up space in memory, consume battery power in the background and can slow down the device. But not all system applications can be removed without consequences — some are critical to the stable operation of MIUI.
In this article, we will discuss which system programs on Xiaomi can be safely removed and which are best left, how to distinguish unnecessary software from important components, what tools to use for cleaning, and what to do if problems arise after removal. We will pay special attention to models 2022-2026 years (Redmi Note) 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T etc. where the structure MIUI 14/15 peculiarities.
Why Xiaomi has so many pre-installed apps
Xiaomi has worked with a variety of partners whose services are integrated into firmware, such as shopping apps (Mi Store, music (Mi Music), cloud storage (Mi Cloud), and advertising modules that show banners in the system menus, and MIUI contains duplicate features, such as its own Mi Browser browser with Google Chrome.
On China ROM, the number of apps that are not used is even greater, with local services (Mi Pay, Mi Video) that are useless outside China, and even on the global ROM, some of the software is not used by most users.
- 📦 Partner apps: Facebook, Netflix, LinkedIn – often duplicate the versions already installed by the user.
- 🔄 Related services: Mi Browser vs Chrome, Mi Video vs YouTube.
- 📢 Advertising modules: com.miui.systemAdSolution - responsible for displaying banners in the settings.
- 🌐 Local services: Mi Pay, Mi Credit – only in China.
According to firmware analysis MIUI 15, up to 40% of preinstalled apps can be removed without compromising functionality unless the user is using exclusive Xiaomi chips (e.g. synchronizing notes through Mi Cloud, NFC oral.
What System Programs Can Be Uninstalled Without Risk
We have compiled a list of apps that most users can safely remove, so check before cleaning if you are using their features (for example, if you are actively using Mi Fit for a fitness tracker, you should not remove it).
| Title of the annex | Package (APK) | Can I remove it? | Effects of removal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Browser | com.android.browser | ✅ Yes. | The browser icon will disappear, but Chrome or another browser will remain. |
| Mi Music | com.miui.player | ✅ Yes. | There won’t be a standard player, but Spotify, YouTube Music, and other things are working. |
| Mi Video | com.miui.videoplayer | ✅ Yes. | The video player will disappear, but you can use VLC or MX Player. |
| Mi Pay | com.miui.mipay | ✅ Yes (outside China) | Payment via NFC will not work in Chinese stores. |
| Facebook, LinkedIn | com.facebook.system, com.linkedin.android | ✅ Yes. | Pre-installed versions will disappear, but you can install them from the Play Market. |
You can also remove the following components if you do not use them:
- 📱 Duplicate launchers: com.miui.home (only if you use a third-party launcher like Nova Launcher).
- 🎵 Sound effects: com.miui.weather2 (Weather), com.miui.yellowpage (yellow pages).
- 📡 Analytics services: com.miui.analytics – sends data about phone usage to Xiaomi.
- 📊 Advertising modules: com.xiaomi.midrop (advertising in Mi Drop).
⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) Deleting com.miui.home may result in a reboot cycle.Before deleting, back up via Settings → Additionally. → Backup.
How to remove system applications: step-by-step instructions
There are two main ways to uninstall system programs: through ADB (no root rights) and using Magisk (requires unlocking the bootloader), the first method is safer and suitable for most users.
Method 1: Removal via ADB (without root)
This will require a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and the ADB tool.
Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|
Download the platform ADB (Android SDK Platform Tools)|
Enable USB debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (7 times press) → Additional → Developers → USB debugging)|
Connect your phone to your PC and allow debugging|
Open the command line in the folder with ADB
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Next, execute the commands:
- Check the device connection: Adb devices should show your phone’s serial number.
- Remove the unnecessary app (example for Mi Browser): adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.android.browser
If the command runs without errors, the application will be deleted for the current user (without damaging system files).
adb shell cmd package install-existing com.android.browserMethod 2: Removal with Magisk (requires root)
This is a more powerful way to do it, but it's a riskier way to do it: once you get root rights, you can use Magisk modules like System App Remover or Debloater, but some Xiaomi models (like Xiaomi 14 with HyperOS) can lose warranty after unlocking the bootloader.
Algorithm of action:
- Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Mi Account binding and a wait of 7-14 days).
- Install TWRP and run Magisk.
- In Magisk, activate the System App Remover module and select the removal applications.
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 13/14 With HyperOS, removing system applications via Magisk can lead to Widevine blocking L1 (Downgrading streaming quality at Netflix and Disney+).
What applications should not be removed (critical components)
Some system programs are necessary for MIUI to work smoothly, and their removal may result in:
- 🔄 Infinite Reboots (Bootloop).
- 📵 Loss of the network or mobile Internet.
- 🔕 Non-functioning sensors (gyroscope, NFC, camera).
- 🔋 Quick battery discharge due to power management failures.
Below is a list of prohibited components:
| Title/Package | What is responsible for? | Effects of removal |
|---|---|---|
| com.android.phone | Phone calls and SMS | Total loss of communication. |
| com.miui.securitycenter | Security and authorizations | You can't install applications. |
| com.miui.gallery | Standard gallery | The photo will not be displayed in other applications. |
| com.qualcomm.qti.telephonyservice | Communication module (on Snapdragon) | The mobile network will disappear. |
It is also not recommended to touch:
- 📡 com.miui.weather2 — Despite the name, it is associated with system widgets.
- 🔋 com.miui.powerkeeper – manages energy saving.
- 📷 com.android.camera – even if you’re using GCam, a standard camera is needed for some features (e.g. scanning). QR-codes in Mi Pay).
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What to do if the phone is unstable after removal
If after cleaning there are lags, errors or failures of components, use these methods of recovery:
- Return the remote application via ADB: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.name.packet For example, to return Mi Browser: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.android.browser
- Reset to factory settings (if the deletion was massive): Go to Settings → About Phone → Reset. Attention: this will delete all data from the phone!
- Fastboot: Download the official firmware for your model from en.miui.com and run through the Mi Flash Tool.
If the phone is not turned on (bootloop), try:
- Clip Power + Volume up to enter Fastboot.
- Connect to the PC and execute the command: fastboot flash all firmware.zip
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 12T, Redmi Note 11 and later after reset via Fastboot may require re-assignment of the Mi Account (if Mi Cloud was enabled).
Removal Alternatives: How to Disable Unnecessary Apps Without Risk
If you don't want to risk system stability, you can disable unnecessary programs instead of completely deleting them, which will free up RAM and stop background activity, but won't delete application files.
Methods of shutdown:
- 🛠️ Through settings MIUI: Go to Settings. → Annexes → Manage applications, select the unnecessary and click Disable.
- 📵 Through ADB (rootless: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 For example, to disable Mi Music: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.player
- ⚙️ With Package Disabler (requires root): The Play Market app lets you massively disable system software.
Advantages of disconnecting before removal:
- ✅ You can return the application in one click.
- ✅ No risk of damaging systemic dependencies.
- ✅ Update capability remains MIUI.
How do I get the app back?
Specifics for new models: Xiaomi 13/14 and HyperOS
In 2023-2026, Xiaomi began the transition to a new HyperOS shell, which replaced MIUI on flagship models (Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 13 Ultra), which changed the structure of system applications:
- 🔄 Combining services: Some features (such as weather and watches) are now in the same package com.miui.hyperos.
- 🛡️ Enhanced Protection: Removing Critical Components Can Block Widevine L1 (downgrade).
- 📦 New pre-installed apps: Xiaomi AI Assistant (com.miui.voiceassist), HyperOS Launcher (com.miui.hyperlauncher).
On HyperOS, it is not recommended to remove:
- com.miui.hyperos is the core of the shell.
- com.miui.hyperlauncher – launcher (deletion will lead to a reboot cycle).
- com.miui.aod – Always On Display (on Xiaomi 14, it is responsible for the lock screen).
For HyperOS, it’s better to disable, not uninstall, and there’s a new Settings → Apps → Cleanup feature that lets you uninstall some preinstalled programs without ADB.
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On HyperOS, removing system applications is more likely to crash than on MIUI. If you're not sure, limit yourself to shutting down.