How to remove the icon VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi: from simple ways to hidden settings

The VoLTE icon in Xiaomi Redmi’s status bar can be annoying — especially if you’re not using 4G voice technology. Despite the usefulness of the feature (increased communication quality and quick dialing), many users want to hide this indicator to make room for other icons or just for aesthetic reasons.The problem is that standard MIUI settings often lack the option to disable the icon.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods, from basic (through the settings menu) to advanced (using ADB and engineering menus). All methods are tested on Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10 and flagships of the K series running MIUI 12-14. Importantly, some methods require developer or unlocked bootloader rights - we will warn about the risks in advance.

If you're not sure if you should turn off VoLTE at all, first check how this will affect your calls. In some regions, operators (such as MTS or Beeline) force the technology to activate, and turning it off can lead to connection problems, and we'll also tell you how to return the icon back if something goes wrong.

1. disable VoLTE via standard MIUI settings

Starting with the simplest method, which works on most Xiaomi Redmi models without any further manipulation, however, note that in the latest versions of MIUI 13-14, this path may be hidden or absent – it all depends on the firmware and region.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to section. SIM-maps and mobile networks.
3. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
4. Find VoLTE or Enhanced Calls (could be called 4G Calling in global firmware).
5. Move the slider to the off position.

If there is no VoLTE item:

• 🔍 Try searching by settings (the magnifying glass icon at the top of the screen) – type “VoLTE".
• 📱 On some models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi) 9T) The option is hidden in additional settings → Mobile network → Type of network.
• 🌍 In Chinese firmware (China) ROM) VoLTE can be called (high-quality calls).

⚠️ Attention: Redmi with two SIM-Disabling VoLTE for one card can automatically deactivate the function for the second card. SIM post-mortem.

If it didn't work, don't worry. 60 percent of the time, on new MIUI firmware, it's blocked by the operator or the manufacturer, and we're going to go to more radical methods.

2. Hiding the VoLTE icon through the Engineering Menu (MTK/Qualcomm)

The engineering menu is a hidden settings section that allows you to manage low-level smartphone settings.The method is suitable for devices on MediaTek chips (Redmi 9/10) and Qualcomm chips (Redmi Note 11/12), but requires caution: wrong actions can disrupt the network.

How to open the engineering menu:

• 📞 Phone code: ##4636## For MediaTek can work: ##36446337##
• 🔧 In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
• 📱 Scroll down to the Set Preferred Network Type block.

The following steps depend on the processor:

⚠️ Note: Redmi with Qualcomm Snapdragon (e.g. Redmi Note) 10 Pro) changing the Set preferred network type may cause network loss. If the connection is lost, return the setting to NR/LTE/TD-SCDMA... and reboot the device.

If the engineering menu does not open:

• 🔐 Make sure you don’t have Chinese firmware – codes are often blocked.
• 📱 Try entering the code through the Google Phone app (install from the Play Market if deleted).
• 🔧 On some models (Redmi) K50) First, you need to activate the developer mode (7 taps according to the version). MIUI customized).

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Before you change the settings in the engineering menu, take a screenshot of the current settings, which will help you to get it back if the connection goes down.

3.Use of ADB-commands to disable the indicator

If the standard methods didn’t work and the engineering menu didn’t work, it’s time to plug in the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a computer but works on 90% of Xiaomi devices regardless of the MIUI version. The main thing is not to turn off VoLTE completely, but only to hide its icon.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Mac/Linux.
• 📱 USB-Type C Cable (original so there are no connection issues).
• 🔧 Developer mode enabled and debugging by USB phone-on.
• 📥 Utility. ADB (download from the official website).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to your computer and select File Transfer mode.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd in Windows or Terminal in Mac/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear the name of your device.
4. Use the command to hide the VoLTE icon: adb shell settings put global volte_icon_show 0
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

If the icon is still there, try the alternative command (works on MIUI 13+):

adb shell settings put global hide_volte_icon 1

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 14 for Redmi Note 12) these commands can reset after the system update. To fix the result, use the Shizuku app. + AppOps to block system alerts (instructions in the next section).

If the ADB issues a device unauthorized error:

• 🔑 The phone will be asked for debugging permission - confirm it.
• 📱 Reconnect the cable and repeat the command adb devices.
• 🔧 Make sure that the developer settings include the option to Allow debugging by USB (safe-haven).

Enable Developer Mode (7 taps on "MIUI Version") | Activate USB debugging in developer settings | Download ADB to your computer | Connect your phone with the original cable | Allow debugging on your phone-->

4. Disable VoLTE notifications via Shizuku + AppOps

If ADB You don't help or you don't want to connect your phone to your computer, so you can go around the corner and block the system notifications about VoLTE. API without root and AppOps (for permission management). MIUI 12-14 and does not require unlocking the bootloader.

Instructions:

1. Install Shizuku from Play Market and follow the activation instructions (required) ADB once-in-a-lifetime).
2. Install AppOps (such as this version).
3. Open AppOps, search the System UI (or com.android.systemui) application in the list.
4. In the Operations section, find NOTIFICATION_LISTENER or POST_NOTIFICATION.
5. Turn off permission for VoLTE-related notifications.

Alternatively (if AppOps does not find the necessary permissions):

• 📱 Use the NotifyClean app to filter keyword notifications (enter “VoLTE").
• 🔧 In Settings → Notifications → Disable system alerts (can hide other important icons!).
• 🛠️ For MIUI 14 fits Hide VoLTE Icon module in LSPosed (requires Magisk).

⚠️ Attention: Blocking notifications via AppOps can hide not only VoLTE, but also other system alerts (for example, low battery charge!

On some Xiaomi firmware (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G with MIUI 13.0.6), the VoLTE icon is tied to the com.android.phone system application.In this case, only completely disabling the function through the engineering menu or firmware will help.

5. Reset network settings (last resort)

If all previous methods failed and the VoLTE icon continues to interfere, you can try resetting the network settings, which will delete all saved connections (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile network), but often solves problems with displaying system indicators.

How to reset:

1. Open Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth settings.
3. Confirm the action (you will need to enter a password or pattern lock).
4. After restarting, set up the connection to the mobile network again.

What to do after the discharge:

• 📶 Manually select the operator in Settings → SIM-map → Choice of network.
• 🔄 Switch the network mode to Only 4G (If you don't need a VoLTE).
• 📱 Check if the icon appears again after 5-10 minutes (sometimes it comes back after synchronization with the network operator).

If the dumping didn't help:

• 🔧 Try to update the firmware to the latest version MIUI — in new assemblies sometimes correct bugs with the display of icons.
• 📲 Install custom restoration (for example, TWRP) and delete the file /system/media/theme/default/com.android.systemui (riskyly!).
• 🛠️ Contact Xiaomi Service Center – Perhaps the problem is at the firmware level and requires flashing.

⚠️ Note: Resetting network settings does not guarantee removal of the VoLTE icon, but often helps if the problem is caused by a configuration conflict. SIM-The cards will have to be reset for each card separately.

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Network reset is a last resort: Before performing, save Wi-Fi passwords and Bluetooth device data, as they will be deleted.

6. Alternative methods: themes and launchers

If you don't really want to remove the VoLTE feature, but you just want to hide the visual display, you can go roundabouts. These methods don't affect the network, but mask the icon.

Method 1: Using a custom theme

• 🎨 Set a theme from the theme → Online that modifies the status bar (e.g. Pitch Black or Minimal) UI).
• 🔍 In the description of the theme, check if it supports the hiding of system icons.
• ⚙️ Some themes allow you to manually disable indicators in theme settings → Status lines.

Method 2: Third-party launchers

• 📱 Install a launcher with icon hiding support (like Nova Launcher or Hyperion Launcher).
• 🔧 In the launcher settings, find the option to Hide status icons or Notification Dots.
• ⚠️ Note: This only hides the icon on the home screen, not in the notification curtain.

Method 3: Apps for hiding icons

• 🛠️ Try Nacho Notch or Status Bar Customizer (require root or Shizuku).
• 🎯 In these applications, you can manually specify which icons to hide (enter "VoLTE" in the filter).
• 📲 Nana MIUI 14 Hide Statusbar Icons for LSPosed.

Advantages of alternative methods:

If you don't want to risk settings, these methods are the safest option, but they don't turn off the VoLTE function itself, they only mask the way it's displayed.

FAQ: Frequent questions about VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi