How to Remove VoLTE Icon on Xiaomi: All Ways to Disable the Status Icon

The VoLTE (Voice over LTE) icon in Xiaomi’s notification bar can be annoying — especially if you don’t use 4G voice calls or just want a clean interface. Unfortunately, there’s no direct “hide the icon” option in the standard MIUI settings, but there are a few workarounds. In this article, we’ll break down 5 working methods, including system settings, engineering menus, and even editing configuration files for advanced users.

Before you start, consider that some methods require root rights or developer mode activation. Also, disabling VoLTE can affect call quality - in some regions, operators (for example, MTS, Beeline) prioritize voice traffic over 4G. If it is important for you to maintain stable communication, check network coverage before changing.

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

The VoLTE icon is displayed in the status bar when the smartphone is connected to a 4G/LTE network and ready to transmit voice calls through this channel. This is not an error, but a system notification of an active function that MIUI does not allow you to hide through standard settings (unlike Wi-Fi icons or batteries).

• 📶 Activated VoLTE in settings SIM-maps – even if you don’t call, the feature is enabled by default on most Xiaomi (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X3 Pro).
• 🔄 The operator supports the technology – if your tariff includes VoLTE (check with Tele2, MegaFon, etc.), the smartphone automatically connects.
• 🔧 Firmware MIUI — in some versions (for example, MIUI 12.5 or 13) the icon is displayed forcefully, even if calls are made through 3G.

Can you hide the icon without turning off the function? Technically, but only through:

• 🛠️ Engineering menu (not on all models).
• 📱 ADB-commands (requires PC and debugging by USB).
• 🔓 Root access and editing system files (risky!).

⚠️ Warning: Disabling VoLTE can cause incoming calls to be problematic on some tariffs. for example, Yota or Tinkoff Mobile, voice calls are routed by default via 4G.

Method 1: Disable VoLTE in the settings SIM-maps (the safest)

If you don’t really want to save the feature, the easiest way to deactivate it is through the MIUI menu.This method works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi 9A, POCO F3 and the flagships of the Mi 11 series.

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if two of them).
3. Tap on Network Type or Network Settings (the name may vary).
4. Turn off the VoLTE switch (or 4G voice calls).
5. Restart your smartphone – the icon will disappear in 1-2 minutes.

If the VoLTE item is not on the menu, it means:

• 📱 Your firmware does not support manual control (relevant for older versions) MIUI 11 and below).
• 🔒 The operator blocks the change of settings (for example, SberMobile sometimes restricts access).

Make sure your operator supports regular calls 3G/2G|Check the network coverage in your area|Make a backup copy of the settings SIM-map|Reboot your phone after the changes-->

Check the quality of the connection after the shutdown – if calls are interrupted or connected for a long time, turn on VoLTE back. Also note that on some tariffs (for example, All for 300 from Tele2), additional options like ViLTE (video calls) may not work without VoLTE.

Method 2: Hide the icon through the engineering menu (for advanced ones)

If you don't want to turn off VoLTE, you can try hiding the icon through an engineering menu, which doesn't work on all firmware, but it often works on Redmi and POCO with MIUI 12-14.

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##.
2. In the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Set preferred network type block.
4. Select LTE only or 3G only (experiment – on some models, the icon disappears only in 3G).
5. Return to the main screen and restart the device.

If #4636### doesn’t work, try the alternative codes:

• ##2263## - radio module menu
• #4634## is a test of SIM information.

⚠️ Attention: Changes to the engineering menu can cause mobile network failures. If the Internet connection is lost after manipulation, reset the network settings in Settings → SIM-map → Resetting mobile network settings.

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 12T), the engineering menu is blocked, in which case only ADB or root will help.

Redmi (Note, K-series)|POCO (F, X-series)|Mi (11, 12, 13)|Black Shark|Other-->

Method 3: Use ADB to disable system notifications

If standard methods don’t work, you can hide the VoLTE icon via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which doesn’t require root, but you need to:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB Tools.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• ⚙️ Included Developer Mode and Debugging by USB smartphone.

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and open the command line (cmd in Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux).
2. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices must display the serial number of the device.
3. Next PostNext Execute the command to hide the VoLTE icon: adb shell settings put global icon_blacklist volte
4. Reboot your smartphone: adb reboot

If the icon has not disappeared, try an alternative command:

adb shell settings put secure icon_blacklist volte

On some MIUI firmware, this method is blocked by the system, in which case only editing the systemui.apk file (requires root) will help.

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Before using ADB, back up your data. If something goes wrong, reset your settings via fastboot or Mi Flash Tool.

Method 4: Edit system files (root only)

If you have root access, you can manually remove the VoLTE icon from your system files, which is a risky method, because if you make a mistake, you can bootloop. Use it at your own risk!

Instructions (for firmware based on Android 10–13):

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/SystemUI/SystemUI.apk/res/drawable
3. Find files with names: stat_sys_volte_1.xml stat_sys_volte_2.xml stat_sys_volte_default.xml (Names may vary depending on the version MIUI).
4. Rename the files by adding bak at the end (e.g, stat_sys_volte_1.xml_bak).
5. Reboot your smartphone.

If you have problems with the interface after the reboot (for example, the notification panel is missing), restore the original file names.

⚠️ Note: Editing system files may cause a failure MIUI. Before the changes, create a full backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery.

Method 5: Install custom firmware without VoLTE icon

If none of these methods worked, the radical solution is to reflash your smartphone to custom firmware (like LineageOS, Pixel Experience or crDroid) and in most alternative builds, the VoLTE icon is either hidden by default or you can turn it off through settings.

The advantages of this method:

• ✅ Full control of the interface (you can remove any system icons).
• ✅ Security updates directly from Google (relevant for firmware-based software) AOSP).
• ✅ No unnecessary software from Xiaomi (e.g. Mi Browser, GetApps).

Cons:

• ❌ Loss of warranty (if the device is under warranty).
• ❌ Risk of “bricking” in case of firmware error.
• ❌ There may be problems with the camera or sensors (not all custom firmware is perfectly optimized for Xiaomi).

Recommended Firmware for Popular Models:

Before the firmware must:

1. Unlock Bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool.
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model.
3. Make a full backup through TWRP → Backup.

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Custom firmware requires technical skills. If you are a beginner, it is better to seek help from the XDA or 4PDA forums.

What to do if nothing helps

If all methods have been tried, but the VoLTE icon still hangs in the status bar, the following options remain:

• 🔄 Update MIUI — In newer versions of firmware, sometimes bugs with icons are fixed. Check the updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📞 Contacting the operator is probably a network-side problem. ask for a temporary shutdown of VoLTE for your number (for example, MegaFon can do this via a network-side solution). USSD-team *105*500#).
• 🛠️ Reset network settings - sometimes helps reset to factory connection settings. → SIM-map → Resetting mobile network settings.
• 🔍 Use icon hiding apps like NachoNotify or SystemUI Tuner (require root or other features) ADB).

If the icon interferes aesthetically, but functionally everything works, you can simply hide it visually:

• Set the theme with a dark status bar (the icon will merge with the background).
• Use a launcher that supports hiding interface elements (e.g. Nova Launcher + TeslaUnread plugin).

FAQ: Frequent questions about VoLTE on Xiaomi