Check out 20 tips for using your Xiaomi. Understand your phone better to get the most out of its tools.
In the world of smartphones, Xiaomi has established itself as a brand that combines innovation, quality and affordability. But beyond the impressive specifications, what really sets Xiaomi smartphones apart are the hidden tricks you can do with them.
Xiaomi smartphones are famous for their intuitive user interface and powerful features. However, they also contain some hidden tricks that can further improve the user experience. Here are 20 tips that you can try.
Organize and customize
1. Organize your home screen: To fix the clutter on your home screen, simply pinch the screen and shake your phone.
2. Customize the notification bar: Customize the notification bar to your liking in Settings > Notification & Control Center. Choose between the older or newer version depending on your preference.
3. Hide the notch: Annoying you with the cutout at the top of the screen? That’s no longer a problem. Go to Settings > Notification & Control Center > Status Bar and hide the notch.
4. Customize the interface: MIUI allows you to add your personal touch to the interface. Go to Settings > Home screen > Settings. Here you can change the theme, wallpaper, and icon layout on the home screen.
Games and entertainment
5. Game Turbo: Access Game Turbo from the Security menu. Use it to open the game and enjoy a series of useful tools and settings to improve your gaming experience.
6. MI Music: The MI Music app is a great option to listen to your favorite music and also allows you to enjoy YouTube Premium without interruptions.
Productivity and convenience
6. Dual Applications: Do you need two accounts on the same app? Go to the Dual Apps menu and copy the desired app.
7. Use split screen: Press and hold an app on the taskbar and select the app icon. split screen to use two applications at the same time.
8. Calculator: The MIUI calculator is another feature that is more useful than it seems. It can help you calculate taxes, mortgages, and even do unit conversions.
9. Xiaomi Calendar: Xiaomi's calendar app is packed with interesting features. It has birthday reminders and even integrates with Gmail.
Safety and Maintenance
10. Security Check: Suspect a virus on your Xiaomi? In the Security menu, go to Security Check to perform a full scan of your device.
11. File Cleaner: Is your phone running out of space? Under the Security menu, File Cleaner can help you free up space.
12. App Lock: Ensure your privacy by locking specific apps with a password. This option can be found in the app settings under “Lock apps”.
Display and battery settings
13. Reading Mode 3.0: Avoid eye strain at night by enabling Reading Mode 3.0 in Settings > Display.
14. Dark mode: Save battery and protect your eyes by turning on dark mode, available in Settings > Display.
15. Blue Light Filter: another great option for those who use their cell phone a lot before going to bed is the Blue Light Filter, available in Settings > Display.
16. Battery saver: Optimize your device's battery usage by activating battery saver mode. The path is: Settings > Battery and performance > Battery saver and performance.
Additional Resources
17. Lock screen shortcuts: Access lock screen shortcuts with a simple double-click on the power button.
18. One-handed mode: If you need to use your phone with one hand, enable One-handed mode in Settings > Additional settings.
19. Expand Storage: Make the most of your device's storage with the Expand Storage option, found in Settings > Additional Settings.
20. Hide apps: Hide your private apps. In the app drawer, pinch the screen and tap “Hide app”.
