How to remove the notification curtain on the locked screen Xiaomi: all ways

Are you tired of the fact that the lock screen Xiaomi constantly hangs the curtain notifications with unnecessary alerts? Or, conversely, want to return it after an accidental shutdown? In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to control the display of the curtain on the lock screen, from standard MIUI settings to hidden functions and commands for power users.

This is especially important for smartphone owners. MIUI 14/15 And the new HyperOS, where the lock interface has changed, and some users complain that the curtain is interfering with the time or widgets, and others that it's gone after the update, ADB-commands and even system file editing (for advanced systems).

Importantly, the methods vary depending on the firmware version and the smartphone model. For example, on the Redmi Note 12, the path to settings may be different from the POCO F5.

Why is the notification curtain displayed on the locked screen?

Xiaomi defaults to display a notification curtain on the lock screen for quick access to alerts, part of the MIUI philosophy that prioritizes convenience, but not everyone likes that:

• 📱 Personal notifications (messages, letters) are visible to outsiders.
• 🔋 The curtain takes up space on the screen, closing widgets or wallpaper.
• 🔒 Accidental touches can open unnecessary applications.
• 🔄 After the update, the settings are reset to standard.

In HyperOS, the logic of the curtain has changed: it can now be displayed even when the “Hide Notification Content” option is turned on, due to a new privacy management system where the sensitivity level of data is determined separately for each application.

Interesting fact: on some models (for example, Xiaomi 13T), the lock curtain behaves differently than on the budget Redmi.

Method 1: Turn off the curtain using the standard MIUI/HyperOS settings

The easiest method is to use built-in privacy settings, which works on most devices, but may not be available on older models (e.g. Redmi 9A with MIUI 12).

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
2. Go to Notifications on the Lock screen (or Privacy in HyperOS).
3. Choose one of the options: 🔒 Do not show notifications - the curtain will disappear completely. 🔍 Show without content – there will be only app icons. 📱 Show everything - the curtain will remain in its original form.

Save the changes and check the result by locking the screen.

Check the version. MIUI/HyperOS In Settings → The phone.

Make sure the screen is unlocked (some menu items are hidden when locked)

Back up important notifications (such as screenshot of the lock screen)

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⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global) the item "Notifications on the lock screen" can be called Lock screen notifications. If you do not find the section, use the search by settings (the magnifying icon in the upper right corner).

Also note that after the curtain is turned off, the weather and calendar widgets can shift, and you will have to reconfigure their location in Settings → Lock Screen → Widgets.

Method 2: Using Privacy Mode (for HyperOS)

HyperOS has a separate privacy management section where you can flexibly configure notification displays, which is suitable for newer models (Xiaomi 14, POCO F6, etc.).

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Privacy → Privacy of the lock screen.
2. Activate the switch to hide sensitive content.
3. In the Notifications section, select: 🔕 Hide all notifications – the curtain will disappear. 🔐 Show only icons - the panel will be visible, but without text. 📵 Turn off the curtain completely (not available on all devices).

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💡 Useful tip: If the curtain still appears after the changes, try restarting the device. Sometimes the settings are only applied after the reboot.

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On some models (such as the Redmi Note 11), quick access to the flashlight and camera may be lost after the curtain is turned off. To return them, turn on the option of Shortcuts on the lock screen in the lock settings.

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If standard settings don’t help (for example, on custom firmware or older versions) MIUI), take advantage ADB-This method requires connecting the smartphone to the computer and enabling the developer mode.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on the MIUI Version (you will be notified "You are a developer").

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Settings → Additional → For Developers

Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.

adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 0

where 0 is to turn off the curtain, 1 is to show notifications without content, 2 is to show everything.

Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB This can cause system failures on some firmware (e.g., Chinese versions). MIUI) This command may not work due to manufacturer limitations.

Alternative command for HyperOS:

adb shell cmd notification allow_lockscreen -p com.android.systemui -S none

It completely blocks notifications on the lock screen, including icons.

Method 4: Edit system files (root only)

If you have root rights, you can manually edit the system files that display the curtain, a method that is suitable for advanced users and can lead to unstable device operation.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Cross the path: /system/csc/others.xml or (for new versions): /system/system_ext/csc/others.xml
3. Find a line: <CscFeature_LockScreen_LockScreenNotification>true</CscFeature_LockScreen_LockScreenNotification> and replace true with false.
4. Save the file, set the rights 644 (rw-r--r---).
5. Reset the device.

How to set up:

1. Install the application (for example, Lock Screen Notifications).
2. Grant permissions to access notifications (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Access to Notifications).
3. In the application settings, select Hide notifications on the lock screen.
4. Add unnecessary apps (such as games or advertising services) to the blacklist.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. banking) may block such utilities for security reasons. MIUI/HyperOS You may need to re-configure.

💡 Useful tip: Before installing third-party apps, check reviews - some of them may contain ads or collect data.

What if the curtain disappeared on its own?

Sometimes the notification curtain disappears without you being involved, and this may be due to:

• 🔄 Update the firmware (especially when switching to HyperOS).
• 📱 Failure of Launcher (for example, after installing custom theme).
• 🔋 Optimizing the battery that disables background processes.
• 🔒 Antivirus or optimizer (e.g., Security or Clean Master).

How to get the curtain back:

1. Check the notification settings (see Method 1).
2. Restart the device – sometimes it restores the system services.
3. Update your firmware to the latest version (Settings → System Update).
4. Reset Launcher Settings: Go to Settings → Annexes → App management. Find the Launcher (or POCO Launcher, press Storage → Clear the data. ⚠️ This will reset the location of the icons on the main screen!

If nothing works, try rolling back the firmware to the previous version (via Fastboot or MIUI bootloader). 4PDA and XDA Developers often post patches for similar bugs on the forums.

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Before resetting or rolling back firmware, back up your data via Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset or Mi Cloud.

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