How to turn off the VoLTE icon on Xiaomi Redmi: all ways of 2026

The VoLTE icon in the Xiaomi Redmi status bar can be annoying, especially if you’re not using voice over 4G or just want to clear the notification bar of unnecessary icons. Unlike 4G+ or HD icons, which are displayed temporarily, the VoLTE indicator often hangs constantly, occupying precious space next to the signal level. In this article, we’ll discuss three working ways to turn it off — from standard settings to hidden commands for power users.

It's important to understand that VoLTE itself is a technology that allows you to call over a 4G network with better voice quality. Disabling it can lead to poor communication in some regions where operators are actively using this feature. However, if you are interested only in hiding the icon, not deactivating the technology, we will show you how to do it without loss. All instructions are tested on the firmware MIUI 14/15 for the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Redmi 11 Prime, Redmi 10C and other current devices of the brand.

Before you start, make sure your smartphone is not blocked by the operator – some mobile networks (such as MTS or Beeline) force VoLTE activation via the operator. SIM-In this case, you can only hide the icon programmatically.

Why does the VoLTE icon appear and can it be simply hidden?

The VoLTE indicator in the top panel of Xiaomi Redmi signals that your phone is ready to make calls over a 4G network instead of the traditional 2G/3G. This is not a system error, but a mandatory visual marker for users, which Xiaomi added at the request of telecom operators.

• 📶 Operator Activation: Your mobile operator has enabled VoLTE for your mobile operator SIM-Cards (often automatically when first connected to the 4G).
• 🔄 Firmware update: After update MIUI VoLTE function can be activated by default.
• 📱 Default settings: On the new Redmi (for example, Note 13 series), VoLTE is enabled out of the box".
• 🔧 Manual activation: You or the service center have previously enabled this option in the settings.

Can you just hide the icon without turning off the technology? Technically, but with reservations:

• ✅ Nana MIUI 14+ There are hidden settings for masking icons (see method 2).
• ❌ On older versions (up to) MIUI 12.5) will have to shut down VoLTE completely.
• ⚠️ Some operators (e.g, Tele2) Can re-activate the function after restarting.

⚠️ Note: If you use two of these SIM-cards, disabling VoLTE on one of them can cause malfunctions when switching between slots. SIM used for default calls.

Method 1: Disable VoLTE through standard settings

The safest method is to deactivate the technology through the phone's menu, which will remove the icon, but also disable the ability to call over 4G. Suitable for users who do not notice the difference in communication quality or live in regions with poor VoLTE coverage.

Instructions for MIUI 13/14/15:

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose. SIM-The card you want to disable VoLTE for (if there are two of them).
3. Tap on Network Type or Network Settings (the name may vary).
4. Find the VoLTE option (sometimes hidden under Additional Settings) and move the slider to the "Off" position.
5. Restart your phone and the icon will disappear.

If the VoLTE item is not on the menu, try an alternative path:

Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times to activate the developer mode)


→ Return to Settings → Additional settings → Developer settings → Network settings → Turn off VoLTE

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A Redmi 8) after disabling VoLTE option may disappear 4G+. To return it, restart your phone in flight mode for 30 seconds.

Method 2: Hiding the icon through the engineering menu (without disabling VoLTE)

This method removes the icon, but keeps the technology active, and is suitable for users who want to keep the quality of calls but get rid of visual noise, and only works on MIUI 14 and later.

Steps to enter the engineering menu:

1. Open the Phone app and type in the combination: ##4636## (if it doesn't work, try #86583## for new models).
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Turn off VoLTE provisioning block and click on it.
4. Go back to the main menu and select Settings. UI → Status Bar.
5. Find the VoLTE icon option and turn it off.
6. Reboot the phone.

If the engineering menu does not open:

• 🔹 Make sure that SIM-The card supports VoLTE (check on the operator’s website).
• 🔹 Try entering the code through the Google Phone app (if installed).
• 🔹 On some Redmis (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro), the engineering menu is blocked.

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If your mobile phone is gone after you turn off the icon, check your APN settings. Often, operators tie VoLTE to specific APN settings that are reset when you change.

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don't work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires you to connect your phone to your computer, but gives you more control, and is suitable for all Redmi models on Android 10 and later.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
2. On the phone, activate Developer Mode (7 taps according to the MIUI version in Settings → About the phone).
3. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → Developer settings.
4. Connect Redmi to your computer and type in the command line: adb shell settings put global volte_icon_style 0 (This hides the icon without disabling VoLTE).
5. To completely disable VoLTE, use: adb shell settings put global volte_enabled 0
6. Reboot the phone.

If the icon returned after the reboot, try the alternative command:

adb shell settings put global hidden_icon_prefs "volte"

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB It can cause network resets if you type the wrong command. Before experimenting, back up through Settings. → System system → Backup.

What if the VoLTE icon returns after the reboot?

This problem is typical of Redmi with MIUI 12.5-13 firmware, where carriers force VoLTE activation through configuration updates.

• 🔄 Turn off automatic operator configuration update: Go to Settings → SIM-map → [Yours. SIM] → Update configuration and disable automatic update.
• 📵 Use the "Only" mode. 3G": B Settings → SIM-map → Type of network, select 3G. VoLTE icon will disappear, but the speed of the Internet will decrease.
• 🔧 Install custom restoration (TWRP): For advanced users: the firmware of the modified persist partition can block forced activation of VoLTE.

If nothing helps, check if the operator has activated the VoNR (voice through the phone). 5G) — In this case, the VoLTE icon can be displayed as a side effect, and it can be disabled in a similar way, through an engineering menu or a computer. ADB:

adb shell settings put global vonr_enabled 0

Does the VoLTE shutdown affect the quality of the connection?

Yeah, but not always critical. Here's what's going to change after deactivation:

In most cities in Russia and the CIS, the difference in voice quality will be noticeable only when using a headset or Bluetooth headphones. If you call through a phone speaker, you may not feel the changes.

To check if VoLTE is actually affecting your calls, do a test:

1. Call another phone with VoLTE enabled and record the quality.
2. Turn off VoLTE and repeat the call.
3. Compare the recording (you can use the Call Recorder app).

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Disabling VoLTE is only advisable in two cases: if you do not notice the difference in call quality or if the operator does not support the technology in your region.

Alternative solutions: custom firmware and modules Magisk

If you are ready for experiments, you can completely remove the VoLTE icon by:

• 📱 Custom firmware: Firmware like Pixel Experience or LineageOS for Redmi often allows you to flexibly configure icons in the status bar.
• 🔧 Magisk's "Hide VoLTE Icon" module: Magisk's repository has modules that remove the icon at the system level. Install it through Magisk Manager and reboot it.
• 🎨 Topics: Some topics from the topic (MIUI Theme Store) replaces standard icons with transparent ones.

Warnings for custom solutions:

• ⚠️ Installing unofficial firmware resets Xiaomi warranty.
• ⚠️ Magisk modules may conflict with banking applications (for example, SberBank Online will stop working).
• ⚠️ On some Redmi (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro) custom firmware blocks work NFC.

FAQ: Frequent questions about VoLTE on Xiaomi Redmi