How to completely disable Mi Video on Xiaomi: from removal to hiding icons

Mi Video (or Mi Video) is pre-installed on all Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI and often becomes a source of annoyance for users, not only takes up space in the device’s memory, but can also automatically play videos, consuming traffic and battery power. Moreover, the application is integrated into system processes, which makes it difficult to remove it by standard methods.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable Mi Video – from simply hiding the icon to completely removing it via ADB or TWRP. Instructions are adapted to the latest versions of MIUI 14/13 (including HyperOS for new models) and tested on Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T and others. If you are tired of intrusive notifications or want to free up memory – read on.

Why can’t Mi Videos be removed in the standard way?

Mi Video is a system service that Xiaomi blocks from being deleted through normal settings, for several reasons:

• 🔄 Integration with MIUI: The application is used to play video in the gallery and some system menus.
• 📦 Pre-established agreements: Xiaomi enters into contracts with partners (e.g. Tencent or iQiyi) that require the app to be on the device.
• 🛡️ Protection against “curve” removal: incorrect removal can lead to malfunctions MIUI, For example, errors in opening video files.

But that doesn't mean you can't get rid of it. There are workarounds that allow you to either disable auto-start or uninstall the app altogether -- but it would require super-user rights or ADB access.

⚠️ Warning: Removing system applications may disrupt the work MIUI, Especially if you're using features like Quick Ball or Second Space!

Method 1: Disable Mi Video via MIUI settings (without root)

The safest method is to disable the app, not delete it, and this will stop the background and remove notifications, but the icon will remain on the menu, and the instructions are suitable for all versions of MIUI from 12 to 14, including HyperOS.

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search box, type Mi Video (or com.miui.videoplayer).
3. Click on the application, then select Disable.
4. Confirm the action by clicking Disable the application.

After that:

• ✅ The app will stop updating through the Play Market.
• ✅ Background processes will be stopped (battery savings up to the end) 3-5% day-to-day).
• ❌ The icon will remain on the menu, but when you click, a notification will appear “Application disabled".

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If the "Disable" button is inactive, try first to clear the cache and app data in the same menu.

Method 2: Hiding the Mi Video icon without deleting

If you're annoyed by the icon on the menu, but you don't want to risk the stability of the system, you can just hide it. MIUI:

1. Press and hold the free space on the main screen.
2. Select Screen Settings (or Launcher Settings).
3. Go to Hide Apps (in some versions, Hidden Apps).
4. Find Mi Video in the list and tick it.

Alternative method (for MIUI 14 and later):

• 📱 Open the app menu and swipe left to open the Favorite Panel.
• 🔍 Find the Mi Video icon, click on it and hold it.
• 🗑️ In the menu that appears, select Delete (it is actually a hidden app, the app will remain in the system).

⚠️ Warning: Hiding the icon does not cancel the background!If the application continues to consume the battery, use Method 1 (disable) or Method 3 (delete via ADB).

Method 3: Remove Mi Videos via ADB (without root)

If the shutdown is not enough, you can uninstall the app entirely using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a method that does not require root rights, but requires connecting the smartphone to a computer.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to Additional → For developers).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the deletion command: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.videoplayer

If the command is successful, you will see the message Success. After the device is restarted, the icon and all traces of Mi Video will disappear.

Method 4: Remove via TWRP (for advanced users)

If ADB didn’t work or you want to completely erase the application from the system, you can use custom recovery TWRP. This method requires an unlocked bootloader and a TWRP installed.

Warning: Mistakes in TWRP can lead to a device blink! Follow the instructions only if you are confident in your actions.

Steps:

1. Download TWRP for your Xiaomi model.
2. Install it via fastboot: fastboot flash recovery twrp.img fastboot boot twrp.img
3. In TWRP, go to Advanced → File Manager.
4. Find folders: /system/priv-app/MiuiVideo/system/app/MiuiVideo

Wipe → Dalvik Cache

Reset the device.

After removal through TWRP, the application will be erased forever, and it can only be restored by flashing the device.

Method 5: Blocking through a Hosts file (for power users)

If you are annoyed not so much by the app itself as by the advertising and tracking in it, you can block its access to Xiaomi servers.

Instructions:

1. Install any file manager with root access (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer).
2. Go to /system/etc/hosts.
3. Open the file in the text editor and add the lines: 127.0.0.1 api.mivideo.xiaomi.com 127.0.0.1 track.miui.com
4. Save the changes and restart the device.

This method does not delete the application, but stops sending data and blocks the download of ads, suitable for users who want to keep the functionality of the player, but get rid of the "spy" features.

What if the Mi Video reappears after the update?

After updating MIUI via OTA, some system applications, including Mi Video, can recover.

• 🔄 Turn off automatic updates MIUI In Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → ⚙️ → Auto-update.
• 📵 Remove the application again through ADB or TWRP (see Methods 3 and 4).
• 🛡️ Use Magisk modules like Universal Debloater that block the recovery of remote applications.

If you are updating manually via fastboot, delete the line from com.miui.videoplayer from the file before you run the firmware. upgrade_script It's in the firmware archive, and it'll prevent you from re-installing it.

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To get rid of Mi Videos permanently, combine several methods: deletion via ADB + blocking MIUI updates + editing the hosts file.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling Mi Video