How to permanently remove the sound icon from the screen of the Xiaomi Redmi phone: from simple ways to ADB

Your Xiaomi Redmi screen is constantly hung with an annoying volume icon, blocking videos, games or desktop?You are not alone: this MIUI element annoys many users. Unlike standard Android behavior, where the sound indicator disappears after 2-3 seconds, on Xiaomi smartphones it can stay on the screen for up to 10 seconds or longer - especially if you often adjust the volume.

The problem is exacerbated on models with a cutout for the front camera (for example, the Redmi Note). 11 Pro or Redmi 10 2022), And there are a number of ways to remove it, fortunately, from standard settings to hidden features, and even ADB-In this article, we will discuss all current methods, including those that work on the latest versions. MIUI 14/15.

⚠️ Warning: Some methods require superuser rights or developer mode. If you're a beginner, start with the first two methods -- they're safe and don't require deep changes to the system.

1. Method: Turning off volume prompts in MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI options. It is suitable for most Xiaomi Redmi models (including Note 12 Pro+, Redmi 11 Prime, Redmi 9T) and does not require additional rights.

Here's how to do it:

Open the Settings. → Sound and vibration.
Scroll down to the Volume Hit section (some firmware may call it Volume Indicator).
Turn off the switch to show hints.
Restart your phone (required!) to make the changes effective.

⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI (For example, 13.0.6 for Redmi Note 10 Pro, this item may not be available. If you don't find it, move on to the next way.

If you have an option, but the icon still appears, check:

🔄 Is the firmware updated to the latest version (go to Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
🎵 Is not enabled Do Not Disturb or Vibration when pressed – they sometimes reset the display settings.
🔧 Are there any third-party launchers (e.g., Nova Launcher or Nova Launcher) installed? POCO Launcher) that may conflict with system prompts.

📊 What is the Xiaomi Redmi model you have?

Redmi Note 12/Pro

Redmi 11/10 series

Redmi 9/9A/9C

Redmi 8/8A

Another model

2. Method: Using the developer mode (hiding system allerts)

If standard settings don’t work, you can try turning off the icon through developer mode, which works on most devices with MIUI 12-15, but you need to be careful – incorrect changes can lead to crashes.

Algorithm of action:

Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times in a row on the MIUI Version (you will be notified you have become a developer!).

Settings

Additionally.

For developers

USB debugging

Visualization

Showing hardware overlays
Show screen updates
Show the boundaries of the elements
Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Disabling these settings may affect the display of other system notifications (such as charging indicator or gesture prompts). If artifacts appear after the reboot, return the settings back.

Critical detail: On some firmware (for example, MIUI 14.0.3 for Redmi K50i) These options may be missing or blocked. ADB.

Developer mode activated |Important data backup |Battery charge > 50%|VPN and proxy disabled (can block changes) |Internet connection stability checked-->

3. Method: ADB-Teams for experienced users

If previous methods have failed, the most radical (but also the most effective) way is to disable the icon via ADB. This requires connecting the phone to a computer and executing commands in the terminal.

What you need:

🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
📥 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools.
⚙️ Developer mode enabled and debugging by USB (see method 2).

Step-by-step:

Connect your phone to your PC and select File Transfer mode.
Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear the name of your device with the status of device.
Execute the command to turn off volume prompts: adb shell settings put global volume_panel_show false
Reboot your phone: adb reboot

If the icon is gone, congratulations! If not, try the alternative command:

adb shell settings put global policy_control immersive.full=*

This command includes an immersive mode that hides all system clues, including sound.

⚠️ Attention: After application ADB-In the command, some functions (such as quick swipe down settings) may not work properly:

adb shell settings put global volume_panel_show true

What if the ADB can’t see the device?

1. Check if debugging is included on USB 2. Install drivers for your Xiaomi model (you can download it on the official website). 3. Try another one. USB-4. Restart your phone and PC. 5. If you use Windows, run the command prompt on behalf of the administrator.

Method: Third-party applications (without root)

If you don't want to mess with settings or ADB, you can use third-party utilities.

🔇 Volume Style - allows you to customize the volume icon (including its complete concealment). MIUI 12–15 without root.
🎛️ Nacho Notch – hides cutouts and system prompts (suitable for Redmi Note) 11S, Redmi 10 Prime).
🛠️ MIUI Hidden Settings – Reveals hidden firmware options, including disabling the sound icon.

How to use Volume Style:

Download the app from Google Play.
Open it and give permission to overlay over other windows.
Select the Hide Volume Panel from the menu.
Activate the option and restart the phone.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Nacho Notch) may conflict with MIUI And you can slow down. You can back up the data before you use it.

Annex	Need root?	Compatibility with MIUI	Cons
Volume Style	❌ No.	12–15	Sometimes resets the settings after the update.
Nacho Notch	❌ No.	11–14	Could be in conflict with gestures
MIUI Hidden Settings	✅ Yes, for some functions)	13–15	A complex interface

5. Method: Manual editing of system files (root only)

If you have root rights, you can delete the volume icon permanently by editing system files, a method that is suitable for advanced users and requires caution – wrong actions can lead to a device “brick”.

Instructions:

Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
Go to /system/media/theme/default/
Find the files: volume_panel_bg.9.png (icon-ground) volume_panel_progress.9.png (slider) volume_panel_thumb.png (runner)

.bak

volume_panel_bg.9.png.bak

Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: Before editing system files, be sure to make a backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery. If the phone stopped booting after the changes, restore the backup.

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If the audio icon has become transparent after deleting the files, but has not disappeared completely, try to delete the file as well. /system/media/theme/default/volume_panel.xml (if it exists).

6. Method: Resetting settings to factory (extreme case)

If none of these methods worked, and the sound icon gets in the way so bad that you're willing to take drastic measures, you can reset your settings, and that will bring the phone back out of the box, but it will delete all the data, including photos, contacts and apps.

How to reset your settings:

Backup important data (via Settings → Google → Backup or manually).
Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
Choose to erase all data.
Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

After the reset, check if the icon has disappeared. If so, the problem was the setting conflict. If not, it is likely a feature of your firmware, and you just have to put up with it or install custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS).

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Resetting is the last chance, and 90% of the time, the problem is solved by the first three ways (MIUI settings, developer mode, or ADB).

Frequent Questions (FAQ)

❓ Why After Updating MIUI The sound icon has reappeared?

MIUI updates often reset user settings, including turning off volume prompts. After the update, redo the steps from method 1 or 2. If you use ADB, repeat the command - it applies once and is not saved after the updates.

❓ Can you remove the sound icon only in certain applications (for example, in games)?

Yes, there are apps like Volume Style or Game Turbo (inbuilt in MIUI mode for games). In Game Turbo, you can turn off application-specific system prompts: Open Settings → Special Features → Game Turbo. Add the game to the list. Activate Hide notifications.

❓ Will these methods work for POCO or black shark?

Yes, since POCO and Black Shark use modified MIUI, all of the methods described apply to them, except for some Black Shark models with custom JoyUI firmware, where the path to settings may differ.

❓ Why, after using it, ADB Some functions have ceased to function (for example, NFC)?

Some teams ADB (particularly policy_control immersive.full=*) To get it back, do adb shell settings put global. policy_control If it doesn’t help, reset your phone to factory settings.

❓ Is there a way to remove the sound icon forever so it doesn’t appear even after resetting?

Yes, but it will require: Install a custom Recovery (TWRP). Remove the system APK-files responsible for volume prompts (for example, MiuiSystemUI.apk). Or to make a modified firmware (for example, MIUI EU no-bloatware). ⚠️ These are risky operations that can cause the phone to fail.