Users of Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones often face the need to manage connected gadgets. Sometimes old entries accumulate in the list of saved devices that prevent the connection of new accessories or simply take up space in the system memory. The detachment process may seem simple, but there are nuances in the shell of MIUI or HyperOS that are worth knowing.
In this article, we will not only break down the standard method of removing through the settings menu, but also solve common problems when a device “hangs” in the list and does not want to be deleted in the usual way.
Proper connection management avoids conflicts when synchronizing with smartwatches, headphones or car acoustics. Timely cleaning of the list helps eliminate interface lags and speed up the search for new gadgets within range of availability.
Standard method of removal through system settings
The easiest and most secure method of unlocking the accessory is through the operating system's regular menu. First, you need to unlock the smartphone screen and go to the main app menu. Find an icon called Settings or Settings, which usually looks like a gear.
In the menu that opens, find the wireless connection section. Depending on the version of MIUI, it can be simply called "Bluetooth" or be inside the Connect and Sharing group. After you log in, make sure the wireless module is activated, otherwise the list of devices may be hidden.
Next, scroll down the list of available and saved gadgets. Find the name of the device you plan to remove. Near the name is usually an arrow or a gear icon — click on it to open the expanded control menu.
- 🔹 Click on the gear icon next to the name of the gadget.
- 🔹 In the menu that opens, select “Disable” or “Sever Connection».
- 🔹 Confirm the action by clicking the button “Forget device” or “Unpair».
- 🔹 Wait for the name to disappear from the list of connected devices.
⚠️ Warning: If after pressing the Forget button, the device still appears in the list, do not restart the phone immediately. Try turning off and re-enable the Bluetooth module itself in the top notification curtain first.
Sometimes the system requires re-confirmation of the action, especially if the device is actively used in the background by any application. In this case, close all running programs and repeat the deletion procedure. Completely cleaning the record of the gadget ensures that it will not try to connect automatically when it appears in range.
Control through the Quick Settings Panel
For those who prefer minimalism and speed, there is an alternative way to manage connections, which is especially convenient when you need to quickly untie the device without diving deep into the settings menu, which works on most modern Redmi Note models and the flagship Mi series.
Swipe from top to bottom across the screen to open the control center. Depending on the interface settings, you may need to swipe twice or click on the menu extension icon in the corner. Find the Bluetooth icon and click on it to enter the full list of devices, or pinch it for a quick transition to the settings.
In some versions of the HyperOS shell, if you press the Bluetooth icon in the curtain for a long time, you open a list of conjugated gadgets in the curtain, which saves time and move to the desired point in one click, but the functionality here can be limited compared to full settings.
- 📱 Make a swipe from top to bottom to open the curtains.
- 📱 Find the Bluetooth icon and click on it.
- 📱 Select the device from the list of “My devices».
- 📱 Click on the disconnect button or the disconnect icon.
It is worth noting that the Quick Settings Panel does not always provide the option of complete deletion (“Forget”). Often, you can only break the active connection here. To completely clean the record, you still have to go to the full settings menu, as described in the previous section.
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If the Bluetooth icon in the curtain doesn’t respond to a long press, try changing the style of the control center in the Settings menu → Notifications and Status bar → Control Center.
Solving problems with undeletable devices
It is not uncommon for Xiaomi to refuse to delete a Bluetooth device record, which can be caused by software failure, sync service freeze, or system cache damage, in which case a standard click on the "Forget" button fails, and the gadget appears again in the list.
The first step in solving this problem is to clean up the data of the Bluetooth system application.This will not delete your personal files or contacts, but reset all wireless connection settings to factory values.
Go to Settings → Applications → All Apps. In the upper right corner, click on three dots and select Show System Processes. Find in the list of Bluetooth or Bluetooth MIDI Service. Click on it and select Clean → Clear Everything.
⚠️ Note: After Bluetooth data is cleaned, all previously stored devices will be removed without recovery.
If the data cleanup didn't work, try Safe Mode, which only runs system services, so you can eliminate the impact of third-party applications. Press the power button, and when the off menu appears, press your finger on "Stop" before you get a suggestion to go to Safe Mode.
- 🛠 Restart your smartphone to safe mode.
- 🛠 Try to remove the problem device through the settings.
- 🛠 Restart your phone in normal mode.
- 🛠 Check if the device has disappeared from the list.
☑️ Actions when listing is hanging
Resetting network settings as a radical method
When none of these methods are working to get rid of dead Bluetooth entries, more radical measures are needed: Network Reset brings all connectivity parameters back to baseline, and it affects not only Bluetooth, but Wi-Fi and mobile networks.
This procedure is useful when a system has accumulated many configuration errors. Network reset often solves problems with persistent connection breaks and authorization errors. Before you start, make sure you remember passwords from your Wi-Fi networks, as they will be deleted.
To perform the reset, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth. The system will warn you of the consequences. Click the Reset button at the bottom of the screen and confirm the action with an unlock code or fingerprint.
| Parameter | Before dumping. | After discharge |
|---|---|---|
| Saved Wi-Fi | All networks and passwords | List empty. |
| Bluetooth devices | All conjugations | Complete cleaning |
| APN settings | Customized | Factory |
| Mobile Internet | Active. | Requires reconfiguration |
Once rebooted, the phone will be as new as networking, and you will need to reconnect to your home network and re-pair your smartwatch or Mi Band fitness bracelet, ensuring that no old conflicting profiles remain.
What to do if the network reset does not help?
Features of removal in different versions of MIUI and HyperOS
The interface for managing connections in Xiaomi smartphones is constantly changing, users of older models with MIUI 11 or MIUI 12 can see an interface different from that presented on new devices with HyperOS. Understanding these differences helps to find the right button faster.
In MIUI versions up to and including the 13th, the Bluetooth menu was often placed in a separate subsection inside the “Additional Settings” or had a classic list look. In newer versions, the interface became more visual, with large icons and device cards, and the location of the “Forget” button could also shift.
Owners of Global ROM devices should be aware that item names may differ from the Chinese version (CN ROM), for example, the "Unpair" in the English version corresponds to "Unplug" or "forget" in Russified menus.
- 🌐 V MIUI 12 and below, look for the button in the submenu of the device.
- 🌐 V MIUI The 13th and 14th buttons can be hidden behind the tripod.
- 🌐 In HyperOS, management is often placed in the device card.
- 🌐 In Chinese firmware, use an image translator.
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