Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 7A often face a shortage of internal memory, as the basic versions of the device are equipped with a modest amount of storage. Over time, the Android operating system is becoming more and more temporary files, and installed programs take up more space, which leads to slowdown of the interface and the emergence of notifications about disk overflow, the solution lies in the proper management of installed software.
The process of uninstalling MIUI software has its own features that differ from stock Android. Some applications can be removed in a standard way, others require superuser rights or computer use. It is important to understand the difference between user software and system components, the removal of which can disrupt the stability of the gadget.
In this article, we will discuss all available methods of cleaning memory, learn how to safely remove unnecessary programs, disable system services and make room for personal files. The right approach to managing applications will prolong the life of your device and make it more comfortable to use.
Standard removal of user applications
The easiest way to get rid of unnecessary software is to use the built-in desktop functionality. This method is suitable for all applications that you downloaded yourself from Google Play or installed through the Internet. APK-It doesn't require a computer connection or complex settings.
To start, look for the program icon on your desktop or in the menu of all apps. Click on it and hold your finger until the context menu appears. In the list that appears, select Delete or drag the icon to the basket located at the top of the screen. The system will request confirmation of action.
If you want to delete multiple programs at once, you can use the edit mode. Click on the app icon and hold on, then select other programs that you want to remove. After all objects are selected, click the delete button. This will greatly speed up the cleaning process.
It's worth noting that some applications can block deletion if they're running in the background, so you need to stop the process first. Go to settings, find the App section, select the program you want. Press Stop, and then try to delete it again.
Remove through MIUI system settings
Deeper control of installed software provides a menu of operating system settings, and you can see a complete list of all programs, including those that don't have desktop icons, which is especially useful for finding hidden or rarely used utilities.
Open your smartphone settings and go to the Applications → All Apps section, and you will see a complete list of installed software, you can sort the list by size, frequency of use, or installation date, which helps you quickly find heavy software that takes up a lot of space.
Select the unwanted app from the list. Control buttons will be available on the program information screen. Click Delete for complete uninstallation. If the button is inactive, the application is system-based and requires a different approach.
☑️ Pre-deletion check
The same menu also has a cleanup function. If you don't want to delete the program completely but it doesn't work properly, click Clean → Clear Everything. This will return the application to its original state, just like it was right after installation, deleting all the accumulated temporary files and settings.
Working with Google System Applications and Services
Xiaomi smartphones come with a lot of preinstalled software that can’t be removed by standard methods, including Google services, the GetApps store, the Mi Browser browser and various system utilities, and removing them requires caution.
For such programs, the shutdown function is available. In the application information menu, the Delete button will be replaced by Disable. Once confirmed, the program will disappear from the list of running processes and stop updating, freeing up some of the RAM.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling system components such as Security or Settings can cause your smartphone to run in an unstable way. Be selective and only disable services you are confident of.
If you're a confident user, you can use some deep cleaning tools, but even then, it's recommended to create restore points, and system files take up less space than you think, but they're critical to operating systems.
Often users want to remove Google services to improve autonomy. This is possible, but will cause many third-party applications that depend on the search giant's frameworks to fail.
Using ADB for Advanced Cleaning
The most effective way to remove any application, including system ones, is to use USB debugging and the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) tool, which requires connecting your smartphone to your computer and installing drivers, but gives you full control over the device.
First, activate the developer menu. Go to About Phone and quickly click on MIUI seven times. Once you have become a developer, go to the advanced settings and enable USB Debugging. When you connect to your PC, confirm the resolution on your phone screen.
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name.packetTo remove the command, enter the console with the exact name of the package, and you can find it through listing commands or in the application information menu, which allows you to remove even those programs that are hidden from the user in the standard interface.