How to remove on the phone Xiaomi: apps, ads, widgets and junk files

Xiaomi smartphones are known for their functionality, but over time they accumulate unnecessary files, duplicate photos, app cache and pre-installed software that interferes with the work, POCO Or Mi started to slow down, show ads in MIUI Or take up memory with unknown data, it's time to clean up. In this article, we'll look at all the ways to remove excess on the Xiaomi phone: from removing system applications to deep memory cleaning.

It's important to understand that not all methods are equally secure, such as removing system services through the use of a system. ADB may disrupt MIUI, And factory resets erase all data, and we'll explain in detail what you can remove without risk and where you need caution, and you'll also learn how to get rid of branded advertising and why standard cleaning methods often don't work.

The article is suitable for all current models: from budget Redmi 12 and POCO M6 Xiaomi 14 and Mix Fold 3 flagships. Instructions checked on MIUI 14 and HyperOS (for new devices). If your smartphone is running on an older version, some menu items may be different, but the logic of the action remains the same.

1. How to remove unnecessary apps on Xiaomi

Pre-installed programs (bloatwar) – the main problem MIUI. They take up memory, they use up battery power, and sometimes they show ads, and you can delete them in three ways: through standard settings, using standard settings. ADB Or through the app store, let's look at each option.

Method 1: Remove through settings MIUI

The safest method, but it doesn't work with all apps, is suitable for stock programs like Mi Browser, Mi Music or Mi Video:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select an unneeded program (e.g. GetApps or Mi Pay).
3. Click Delete (if the button is active) If you turn it off instead, the application is system-based and can only be deactivated.

Method 2: Disabling system applications

If the Remove button is inactive, try to disable the program, which will stop it from working and hide the icon from the menu, but will not free up the memory:

• 📱 In the same Application Management menu, select the target software.
• 🔧 Click Disable and confirm the action.
• ⚠️ Do not disable services called com.android., miui. or google. – this can disrupt the system.

Mi Browser

Mi Music

Mi Video

GetApps

Mi Pay

Themes

Method 3: Remove via ADB (for power users)

This method allows you to remove even system applications, but requires a connection to a computer and knowledge of commands. ADB It can cause your smartphone to fail – make a backup before you start!

Instructions:

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times, then go back to Additional Settings → For Developers).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux).
3. Enter the command: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.mi.browser.global (replace com.mi.browser.global with the desired application package).

⚠️ Note: After removing system applications through ADB Some functions may stop working. MIUI (You can only restore them by resetting or flashing them.

2. How to remove advertising in MIUI

Xiaomi's branded shell shows ads in the settings menu, the Tools folder, and even in the notification panels. This annoys users, but you can turn off ads without root rights. MIUI and firmware region.

Method 1: Disabling Personalized Advertising

This will reduce the number of impressions, but will not eliminate the ads completely:

1. Go to Settings → Google → Advertising.
2. Turn off the option of personalized advertising.
3. Back to Settings → Additional settings → Authorization and blocking and disable Advertising (if there is a clause).

Method 2: Hiding Ads in the Tools folder

The folder with the utilities (Calculator, Lantern, Recorder) often contains banner ads to remove them:

• 📂 Open the Tools folder on the home screen.
• 🔍 Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Settings.
• ❌ Disable the Recommendations or Show Ads (name depends on version) MIUI).

Method 3: Use of an alternative launcher

If the ad appears on the home screen, install a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher or Lawnchair) that will hide the ad widgets. MIUI, But it doesn't take away banners in the settings.

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3. Memory Cleanup: How to Remove Garbage Files

Over time, Xiaomi accumulates app cache, duplicate photos, downloads from instant messengers and temporary files. MIUI It has a built-in cleaning tool, but it often skips large files.

Step 1: Integrated cleaning MIUI

The simplest method, but not the most profound:

1. Open the Security app (shield icon).
2. Select Cleanup and wait for the scan.
3. Click Clear to delete the cache and temporary files.

Disadvantage: This method does not remove duplicate photos, old ones APK-file-up Telegram/WhatsApp.

Step 2: Manually clean folders

Use a file manager (such as Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer) to find large files.

• 📁 Download folder - here loads from the browser accumulate.
• 📸 folder DCIM →.thumbnails - miniatures of photos (can be deleted).
• 📦 Android folder → data – application cache (remove the contents of folders of unnecessary programs).
• 📱 folder MIUI → Screenshots - Old Screenshots.

Step 3: Removing duplicate photos

MIUI It does not have a built-in tool for finding duplicates, but you can use third-party applications:

• 📷 Files by Google – automatically finds repetitive images.
• 🔍 CCleaner – Clears cache and duplicates (requires caution).
• 🗑️ SD Maid – deep cleaning of the system (you need root rights for full functionality).

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Before mass deleting photos, check the Recently Deleted folder in the Gallery, where important photos may be deleted by mistake.

⚠️ Note: Do not manually delete files from folders /system or /vendor — It'll cause a breakdown. MIUI. Also avoid cleaning the Android folder. → obb, if you are not sure that the data is not necessary for gaming.

4. How to remove widgets from the main screen

Widgets on Xiaomi can be useful (weather, calendar) or annoying (advertising banners, news feed). You can delete them in a few seconds, but some widgets (for example, Mi Fit) require you to turn off in the settings of the application.

Removal of standard widgets

To remove the widget from the desktop:

1. Press and hold the widget for 2-3 seconds.
2. Drag it up the screen to the Remove (or Remove) label.
3. Release your finger for confirmation.

Disabling system widgets

Some widgets (e.g. Google Search or Mi Home) are not removed in the standard way.

• 🔍 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 📱 Find the app that the widget belongs to (e.g. Google or Mi Home).
• ⚙️ Click Notifications and disable the option Widgets or Show on the lock screen.

Resetting launcher settings

If the widgets do not delete or return after a reboot, reset the launcher settings:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Launcher (or MIUI Launcher).
3. Press Warehouse. → Clear the data.

This will return the standard icon layout and remove all widgets, but will not affect user data.

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If the widget appears again after removal, check if the app that adds it is installed (for example, Mi Video or Mi Browser).

5. Reset to factory settings: when it's needed

If the phone is slowing down a lot and standard cleaning methods are not working, the last option is a complete reset, which will remove all data, applications and settings, returning the smartphone to the "out of the box" state.

• 🐢 The phone is lagging even after cleaning the cache.
• 📱 Too much trash has accumulated and memory is constantly filled.
• 🔄 You sell or transfer the device to another person.

How to reset

Instructions for MIUI and HyperOS:

1. Create a backup of important data (photos, contacts, messages).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Choose to erase all data and confirm the action.
4. Wait until it is completed (it will take 5-10 minutes).

What to do after a reset

• 🔄 Restore data from backup (via Mi Cloud or Google Drive).
• ⚙️ Set up accounts and sync again.
• 📱 Install only the necessary applications, avoiding unnecessary software.

⚠️ Note: Some models (Redmi Note 11 and older) may require re-assignment of your Mi Account after reset.If you forget your password, the device will lock.

6. How to remove notifications from system applications

MIUI He likes to send notifications from his services: firmware updates, themes, backup reminders, and you can turn them off selectively without affecting important alerts.

Disabling notifications from MIUI

1. Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Notification management.
2. Find the app you want to disable notifications from (such as MiuiDaemon, Download Manager, or Themes).
3. Turn off the Display Notifications switch.

Hiding Update Notifications

If you are annoyed by the constant reminders of the update MIUI:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔕 Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
• ❌ Turn off Automatic Download and Update Notifications.

Blocking Spam Notifications

Some apps (like GetApps or Mi Browser) send advertising notifications to block them:

1. Keep your finger on the spam notification in the notification panel.
2. Select Disable Notifications or No More Shows.

7.Optimizing performance after cleaning

Removing garbage and unwanted apps is only half the job, and to make your phone work fast, you need to optimize it.

1. Turn off the autoloading of applications

Many programs run when you turn on your phone and use resources to fix this:

1. Open the Settings. → Annexes → Autoboot.
2. Turn off auto-run for unnecessary applications (such as games or social networks).

2. Activate the performance mode

V MIUI There is a hidden mode that speeds up work by turning off animations:

• 📱 Enable Developer Mode (click 7 times on Version) MIUI In Settings → The phone).
• 🔧 Return to the additional settings → For developers.
• ⚡ Turn on: Turn off window animation (install No animations). Disable transition animation. GPU-acceleration (if available).

3. Limit background activity

Applications in the background consume battery and RAM. Limit them:

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Management.
2. Select Background Limitation for Unnecessary Programs.

FAQ: Frequent questions