How to Remove a Bluetooth Device on Xiaomi: The Complete Guide

Modern Xiaomi smartphones, which are based on the MIUI shell or the new HyperOS, allow you to instantly connect to headphones, speakers and automotive systems. However, over time, the list of conjugated gadgets grows, it appears unnecessary records or devices that have stopped working correctly. Deleting an old profile is not just a cleanup, but an effective way to solve problems with connecting new accessories.

Often, users are faced with a situation where the phone stops seeing headphones or constantly loses connection to the watch. In such cases, a standard Bluetooth disconnect does not help, since the conflict can be hidden in the stored encryption keys. Complete removal of the device from the smartphone memory forces the system to re-mating, which often eliminates software failures.

In this article, we will take a detailed look at all the ways to clean the Bluetooth list on Xiaomi devices. We will look at standard methods through the settings menu, reset functions for advanced users and the specific nuances of working with different versions of the Android operating system.

Standard method of removal through the settings menu

The easiest and most secure method available to every Redmi or POCO owner is to use the standard system interface. First, unlock the screen and go to the main app menu. Find the Settings icon and click on it to open the system partition of the phone.

In the settings that open, you should find the wireless connection section. Depending on the version of the MIUI firmware, it may be simply called "Bluetooth" or hidden inside the Connect and Share item. After you log in, make sure that the Bluetooth slider is activated, otherwise the list of devices may not be available for editing.

Below the switch, you'll see a list of previously connected gadgets. Find the name of the device you want to delete in this list. Usually, next to the name is the gear icon or the arrow to the right. Click on this interface element to go to the detailed settings of a particular profile.

• 📱 Click on the gear icon next to the device name in the list.
• 🗑️ In the menu that opens, find the “Delete” or “Untie” button».
• ✅ Confirm the action in the system pop-up dialog window.
• 🔄 The device will disappear from the list of available and saved connections.

After doing this, the profile will be completely removed from the phone’s memory, and if you want to use the gadget again, you’ll have to start the pairing process again, as if you were using it for the first time, ensuring that the old configuration files don’t interfere with the work.

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If the Remove button is inactive, try turning off Bluetooth first, wait 5 seconds and turn it on again, then try again.

Removal through the Quick Action Panel

For those who appreciate speed and don't want to wander through deep menus, there's an alternative, faster way, which is especially convenient when you need to untie your device urgently, for example, before connecting another smartphone to a speaker, which works on almost all current versions of Android in the shell of Xiaomi.

Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notifications and quick settings bar. Find the Bluetooth icon and pinch it with your finger for one to two seconds. This action automatically throws you right into the connection management menu, bypassing the main settings screen.

In the list that opens, find the device you want. In some versions of HyperOS, if you press the device name long enough, the list may immediately show a context menu with the option to delete. If there is no such menu, click the arrow to the right of the name and you will be taken to the window where you can select "Forget the device".

⚠️ Attention: Deleting the device through the Quick Settings Panel is identical to removing it from the main menu, the only difference is the number of swipes made and the time spent.

This method is especially useful in situations where the system interface is hanging and it takes a long time to navigate through standard links. Direct access to the Bluetooth module often works more stable. After removal, it is recommended to restart the phone to reset the cache of network services.

Solving problems: if the device is not removed

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the system writes an error or simply ignores the deletion command, this may be because the background process still holds the connection to the gadget, or the configuration file is corrupted, in which case a deeper approach to solving the problem is required.

The first step is to completely shut down Bluetooth and turn off the smartphone itself. Don't reboot, which is to turn the device off completely, wait a minute and turn it on again, and this action will clear RAM from temporary network processes that could block the deletion.

If a simple reboot didn’t work, it’s worth checking if the app associated with the device is running. For example, if you’re trying to remove the fitness bracelet, close the Mi Fitness or Zepp app entirely through Task Manager. Only then try to delete the profile again through the settings.

• 🛑 Forced to close all peripheral related applications.
• 🔌 Turn off the power on 10-15 seconds to reset the static charge of modules.
• 📡 Make sure the device (earphones) itself is in pairing mode, not just on.
• 🧹 Clear the cache of the “Bluetooth” application in the App Settings section.

In rare cases, the problem is access rights or system restrictions, and if nothing helps, you can use a hidden menu of engineering tests, but this requires caution, and for the average user, it is enough to clean the cache of the Bluetooth system service.

Resetting network settings as a radical method

When removing one particular device is impossible or doesn't solve the problem of persistent disconnects, a more powerful tool is network reset, which brings all of Wi-Fi, mobile Internet and Bluetooth back to factory values, and is an effective way to treat complex software errors.

It's important to understand that this step will not only affect Bluetooth, your smartphone will forget all the stored Wi-Fi networks (you will have to re-enter passwords) and settings of mobile access points, but personal files, photos and contacts will remain completely safe.

To perform the operation, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth. On some versions of MIUI, the path may look like Advanced Settings → Restore and Reset → Network Settings Reset. The system will warn you of the consequences and ask you to enter the screen unlock password.

Once the procedure is complete, the phone will automatically restart, which is normal for the system to behave, and once turned on, you will need to reset the time (if it does not sync automatically) and connect the necessary Bluetooth gadgets from scratch.

Features of work in HyperOS and MIUI 14

With the release of the new HyperOS shell and the upgrade to MIUI 14, the connection management interface has undergone changes. Xiaomi is looking to unify the experience of use, so some menu items have been renamed or moved. Users who are used to older versions may be confused.

The newer versions emphasize device cards. Now, when you tap a device, Bluetooth often opens not just a text menu, but a visual card with a charge level (for headphones and watches) and large control buttons. The delete button ("Forget") in HyperOS is often displayed at the bottom of this window or hidden under an additional three-dot menu.

Also, the newer systems have improved audio codecs, so if you delete the device, the system might suggest saving audio profiles for this type of headset, a new feature that wasn't present in the older Androids, and not saving profiles when you delete the device will free up some space in the system partition.

It is worth noting that HyperOS has improved Xiaomi’s device detection mechanism (ecosystem) and when you remove such a device, the system may ask if you also want to remove it from your Mi Home account if it was linked, which prevents the gadget from remaining a “ghost” in a smart home.

⚠️ Note: In versions of HyperOS with enhanced privacy features, after deleting the device, access to the microphone or geolocation for associated applications can be automatically revoked.

Bluetooth Cache Cleaning and Hidden Functions

For advanced users who want to achieve perfect system cleanliness, there is the option of manually cleaning the cache of the Bluetooth service. Sometimes error logs and temporary files accumulate in the phone’s memory, which interfere with the correct operation of the module, even if there are no visible problems.

To get into the App Management menu, go to Settings → Apps → All Apps. In the upper right corner, click on three dots and select Show System Processes. In the buckled list, look for “Bluetooth” (not to be confused with “Bluetooth MIDI Service” or “Bluetooth Test”). Go inside and select “Clean” → “Clean Cache”.

This procedure is safe and does not delete your paired devices, it only removes temporary files. However, if you choose Clear All (or Reset), the effect will be similar to resetting the network settings described above.

• 🔍 Enable the display of system processes in the application menu.
• 📂 Find a system application called “Bluetooth».
• 🗑️ Select the option “Clear cache” so as not to delete data.
• 🚀 Restart the device to apply the changes.

Regularly cleaning the cache (every few months) can help maintain connection stability, especially if you’re actively using a variety of gadgets, especially for owners of older Xiaomi models with little RAM.

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Cleaning the cache of the Bluetooth system application is a secure procedure that often solves the “invisibility” problems of devices without losing settings.

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