A volume slider that suddenly appears in the middle of a Xiaomi screen can ruin the experience of watching a movie, playing or working with applications. This intrusive animation not only distracts, but also overlaps important interface elements — subtitles, gaming HUD or control buttons. Unlike other brands, where turning off the volume indicator is often hidden in the depths of settings, in Xiaomi devices (be it TVs on MIUI TV or smartphones on MIUI), this process has its own nuances.
Complicating the problem is that the manufacturer regularly updates firmware, moving or renaming the desired options. For example, in the Xiaomi TV A2 43" 2023, the path to settings is different from the Mi TV 4S model of 2020. This article covers current ways for all versions of MIUI TV OS (including 3.0-5.0) and mobile MIUI (12 to 14), and also reveals little-known tricks for devices with root rights or ADB.
Why does the volume slider appear on the screen?
In Xiaomi, the display of the volume indicator is tied to the system triggers:
- 🔊 Physical buttons: pressing volume buttons on the remote control (for TV) or the side keys of the smartphone.
- 🎵 Program commands: Volume change through apps (e.g. YouTube or Netflix).
- 🔄 System notifications: automatic adjustments (for example, when connecting Bluetooth headphones).
By default, MIUI and MIUI TV are set to display the slider at the top of the screen for 3 seconds. This is for convenience - the user sees the current volume level. However, in practice, animation often interferes, especially on large TVs, where the slider occupies up to 10% of the screen area.
Interestingly, in some firmware (for example, Xiaomi TV Stick or Mi Box S), the volume indicator cannot be turned off without root rights. This is due to the restrictions of Android TV, where the manufacturer blocks access to the system settings of the sound.
Method 1: Disconnect via Xiaomi TV settings
For most Xiaomi TV models (series A2, P1, ES, 4S), the path to settings is the same, but may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI TV.
- Open Settings (cog in the upper right corner of the main screen).
- Go to the Sound section (or Audio in older versions).
- Select Additional Sound Settings → Volume Slider.
- Turn off the option to Show the slider on the screen (or Display the volume indicator).
If Volume Slider is not on the menu, try an alternative path:
Settings → System → About TV → Press 5 times on "Version MIUI TV" → Return to Settings → Hidden section "For Developers" → Find "Disable Volume Indicator"Check the version of MIUI TV in the settings
Connect the remote to the TV (some options are not available from the Mi Remote app)
Remember the current sound settings (balance, equalizer)
Restart TV after changes-->
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 4.0 or lower may not be available. In this case, use Method 3 (ADB) or Method 5 (alternative remote control).
Method 2: Hiding the slider on Xiaomi smartphones (MIUI 12-14)
On Redmi, Poco or Mi smartphones, turning off the volume indicator is easier, but requires activation of the developer mode.
- 📱 Open the Settings. → About the phone and 7 times click on the version MIUI.
- 🔧 Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
- 🔇 Find the option to Turn off the volume indicator (or Hide the volume slider) and activate it.
If you don't have an option, try an alternative method through Settings → Sound and Vibration → Additional → Volume slider. In some firmware (e.g. Poco F3 on MIUI 13), you need to turn off Visual Feedback.
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On Xiaomi smartphones with Android 12+, you can use a volume gesture without displaying a slider: swipe up/down on the left or right edge of the screen (setting in Settings → Display → Gestures).
⚠️ Note: On devices with HyperOS (new firmware from Xiaomi, which has replaced the new version) MIUI In 2026, the path to settings may be different. If you don't find an option, upgrade your phone to the latest version of the software.
Method 3: Using ADB to Deep Shut Down
If the standard settings don’t help (relevant to Xiaomi TV Stick, Mi Box or older TVs), you can turn off the slider via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a method that requires a computer and minimal technical skills.
Steps for TV:
- Enable USB Debugging in the developer settings (how to activate – see Method 1).
- Connect the TV to your PC via USB (or Wi-Fi if supported).
- Open the command line and type: adb shell settings put global volume_panel_show false
- Reboot the TV with the command: adb shell reboot
For smartphones, the command is similar, but root rights may be required if the manufacturer has blocked the change in system settings.
| The device | ADB Team Team | Need root? |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi TV (MIUI TV 3.0–5.0) | settings put global volume_panel_show false | No. |
| Mi Box S / TV Stick | settings put global volume_panel_show 0 | Yes. |
| Smartphones (MIUI 12–14) | settings put global volume_panel_visible false | Sometimes. |
What to do if ADB is not working?
Method 4: Apps for hiding the slider (without root)
If you don't want to dig into settings or use ADB, you can install third-party apps. Android TV is suitable for:
- 📺 Volume Panel Disabler (powered by Mi Box and Xiaomi) TV Stick).
- 🔇 Hide Volume Panel (requires enabled debugging by the USB).
- 🎛️ Button Mapper (allows you to reassign volume buttons on the remote control).
For smartphones Xiaomi recommend:
- 📱 Volume Style (changes slider style to minimalist style).
- 🔕 No Volume Popup (completely removes the indicator).
⚠️ Warning: Slider Hiding Apps May Conflict with System Services MIUI. Before installation, back up the settings in Settings → System system → Backup.
Standard settings for the TV
ADB-team
App from Play Market
Alternative remote control
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Method 5: Alternative solutions (remote, firmware, gestures)
If the software methods didn’t work, consider hardware or radical options:
- Boostless remote: Buy a universal remote (such as Xiaomi Mi Remote or BroadLink RM4 Pro) and program it without being tied to audio adjustment. Loudness can only be changed through on-screen elements or voice assistants (OK, Google, turn it up).
- Third-party firmware: For the Mi Box S or Xiaomi TV Stick, you can install LineageOS or CoreELEC, where the audio settings are more flexible. Official firmware from Xiaomi does not allow you to completely remove the slider on devices from 2020-2023 release.
- Gestures or voice control: On smartphones, set up volume control via swipes around the edge of the screen (in Settings → Gestures) or use Google Assistant.
For Xiaomi TVs with Google TV (such as Xiaomi TV A Pro), you can use voice commands via a remote with a microphone:
- 🎤 Say, OK, Google, set the volume to 50%.
- 🔊 Or: OK, Google, turn it down (no visual slider).
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On Xiaomi TVs with Google TV, the volume slider does not appear when voice control is the only official way to get around the restriction without ADB.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after the slider is turned off, users are faced with nuances.
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The slider appears again after the reboot | Resetting system settings | Repeat disabling via ADB or install MacroDroid to automatically apply the command after turning on. |
| Option to Disable the indicator is not available | Outdated firmware | Upgrade to the latest version of MIUI TV or use ADB. |
| The slider is gone, but the sound is unregulated. | Conflict with a concealment application | Remove third-party utilities and use standard settings. |
If after all the manipulations the slider continues to appear, check:
- 🔄 Have you lost your settings after updating the firmware.
- 📱 Are there any duplicate audio management applications installed (e.g. Equalizer) FX or Volume Booster).
- 🎮 Are there game controllers or Bluetooth devices that can send volume commands connected.