How to completely or selectively clear the call list on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, which is based on MIUI firmware, keeps a detailed log of all incoming, outgoing and missed calls. Over time, this list grows to hundreds of records, taking up space in memory and creating confusion when finding important contacts, and the privacy of calls is a pressing issue for many users.

Unlike the newer Xiaomi models, where the interface is MIUI 14+ Redmi Note 8 Pro (released in 2019) is available on versions MIUI 11-13, where cleaning the call log has its nuances, and in this article we will discuss all the available methods, from basic deletion through the Phone app to hidden functions through Settings and even the most common methods. ADB-Teams for experienced users.

Method 1: Standard cleaning through the application "Phone"

The most obvious and quickest method is to use the built-in tools of the Phone app, which is suitable for deleting both individual entries and the entire log. It is important to note that the interface on the Redmi Note 8 Pro may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI (updates are suspended from 2022).

To clear the entire list of calls:

1. Open the phone application (the icon with the handset).
2. Go to the Journal tab (usually located at the bottom of the screen).
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select “Delete the call log».
4. Confirm the action by pressing “OK”.

For selective removal:

• 📞 Long click on the required entry in the journal.
• 🗑️ In the menu that appears, select “Delete».
• 🔄 To delete multiple records, click on the mugs to the left of each and confirm the deletion.

⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI 12 for Redmi Note 8 Pro, the mass deletion option can be hidden by long-pressing any entry.If the "Delete Log" button is not on the menu, try holding your finger on any line of the log for 2-3 seconds.

Check the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version

Backup important numbers (export to VCF)

Close all background applications for stable operation

Make sure your phone is not connected to your computer (to avoid conflicts)

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Method 2: Cleaning through the “Settings” of the phone

If the standard method didn’t work (for example, because of a phone app crash), you can use an alternative way through system settings, which is also useful if you want to reset all of your application data, including your cache and settings.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the listing for “Phone” (or “Contacts” if the log is integrated there).
3. Select "Storage."
4. Click on Clear Data (this will delete the call log, but the contacts will be saved).
5. Confirm the action.

The advantage of this method is that it resets the phone app to the factory settings, which can be useful for log getting stuck or display errors.

• 🔄 After data clearing, the application will return to its original state (it may be necessary to reconfigure the blocking of unwanted numbers).
• 📱 Contacts from the phone book will not be deleted, but the call history will disappear completely.
• ⚙️ If the log does not appear after cleaning, restart the phone.

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If the call log still displays old records after cleaning, try removing the phone app cache (in the same Storage menu), which often solves the problem of ghost calls.

Method 3: Using a file manager (for power users)

The call log on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is stored as a database in the system section, and if you have root rights or through ADB, you can manually delete a file with a history, which is suitable for those who are familiar with the technical nuances of Android.

The path to the log file:

/data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db

To remove it:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Follow the path and find the file. contacts2.db.
3. Remove it or rename it (e.g., in contacts2.db.bak).
4. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Wrong actions with the file contacts2.db This can cause you to lose all contacts, not just your call log!Be sure to back up through Settings before manipulation. → System system → Backup.

Method 4: Automatic Cleaning through “Safety”

The MIUI firmware on the Redmi Note 8 Pro includes a built-in Security app that offers a tool to clean up personal data, including a call log, among other features, a method that is handy if you want to regularly clear your history without manual intervention.

How to set up:

1. Open the Security app (the shield icon).
2. Go to the Cleanup or Acceleration section (name depends on the MIUI version).
3. Select "Deep Cleaning."
4. In the list, mark the item "Call magazine".
5. Click “Clear” and confirm the action.

Advantages of this method:

• 🧹 Other temporary files are also cleared at the same time, speeding up the phone’s performance.
• 🔄 You can set up automatic cleaning on a schedule (for example, once a week).
• 🛡️ The Security app also scans your phone for viruses and optimizes memory.

Once a week.

Once a month

Only when memory ends

Never clean.

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Method 5: Reset to factory settings (extreme case)

If none of these methods worked (for example, due to a serious MIUI malfunction), the radical solution is to completely reset the phone, which will delete all your phone history, messages, apps and settings, so you should only resort to it in extreme cases.

How to perform the reset:

1. Back up your important data (contacts can be exported to a.vcf file via the Contacts app).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Select “Erase all data”.
4. Enter the password (if installed) and confirm the action.

Once reset, the phone will reboot and return to the “out of the box” state, the call log will be empty, but you will have to reconfigure all settings, including Google accounts and Mi Account.

⚠️ Note: On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, it can take up to 10-15 minutes to reset to factory settings. Don't interrupt the process, even if the screen goes out for a long time - this is normal.

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Factory reset is the only way to guarantee that you will delete the call log if your phone is infected with a virus that blocks standard cleaning methods.

Additional tips for working with the call journal

Cleaning the magazine is a good thing, but it’s even better to set it up properly to avoid accumulating unnecessary entries. Here are some useful tips for owners of the Redmi Note 8 Pro:

• 🔍 Use a log search (the magnifying glass icon in the Phone app) to quickly find the numbers you want instead of scrolling through a long list.
• 📊 Enable contact grouping in the log settings – this will simplify navigation.
• 🚫 Add unwanted numbers to the blacklist (Settings) → Blocking numbers so they don’t appear in the journal.
• ☁️ Set up log sync with Mi Cloud if you want to keep important entries in the cloud (but keep your privacy in mind!).

Also, on the Redmi Note 8 Pro, the call log is the default log for the last 30 days, which cannot be changed through standard settings, but you can manually export important calls:

1. Open the call log.
2. Press three points (⋮) and select Export (if the option is available in your version) MIUI).
3. Save the file in.csv or.vcf format to the memory card.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you use the Redmi Note 8 Pro call log, you often encounter common errors, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

• 🔄 The log is not cleared after clicking "Delete»: → Reboot the phone. → Clear the cache of the Phone application (see Method 2). → Check if you have set recording rights for third-party applications (such as call managers).
• 📱 Records reappear after deletion: → This may be due to sync with Mi Account or Google. disable log sync in account settings.
• ❌ No button "Delete the journal»: → Update the phone app through the Mi App Store. → Install an alternative dialer (like Google Phone) if your version is a good one. MIUI ragged.

If the problem persists, check your phone for viruses using the Security app or Malwarebytes.Some malware blocks changes to the call log.

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If the call log is not working properly after the MIUI update, try rolling back the Phone version of the app via APK. Download the old version from a reliable source (for example, APKMirror) and install it manually.

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