I cannot find a way to disable unwanted Apps in the Application manager. Any ideas? Thanks
This link shows how to disable apps. A little more complicated than the apps manager buy they are uninstalled if done correctly
Link>> https://forum.xda-developers.com/nex/how-to/guide-vivo-nex-s-apps-safe-to-uninstall-t3813308
Read carefully and perform at your own risk. Disabling some apps can also disable some features.
So, it's a well known fact that a lot of us hate miui mostly because of the number of bloatwares it comes with. While we can easily uninstall the third party bloatwares, but the problem comes in when it comes to system apps. We can't simply uninstall them, neither can we disable them (surprisingly miui doesn't show any disbale option or even if it's there, it's already greyed out). So, we need to either root our device to easily uninstall them or need to use a bit more complex ADB method.
So, today I will share an easy but tricky way to disable any system app. It has two advantages over ADB debloat method or root method. First, you don't need to be technically sound. Second, you can revert them back in just one tap if you feel so.
So just follow the below steps to disable any system apps in miui.
1. Open Google Play Store
2. Go to the top left menu option
3. Scroll down and click on "Help & feedback"
4. Now click on "Browse all articles"
5. Now locate "Delete or disable apps on android"
6. Click on it and then click on "Tap to go to application settings"
7. Now you will be presented with all apps that are there on your device. Just tap on the app of your desire.
8. Click on "Disable" and voila! The app is disabled as long as you don't wish to enable it again.
I know some users will say it won't free up space as it will still be present on the device. That's partly true. While the app is still present on the device and still occupies space, but it won't add up any additional data and wont run in the background. I'm sure you know what happens when you disable an app. So, I don't want any argument which is better and blah blah!! Remember, this method is mainly for people who need a solution as simple as possible.
So, what are you waiting for? Go try it today! ?
N.B. Sorry if the post is a bit long. I love explaining things in a detailed way.
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
So, it's a well known fact that a lot of us hate miui mostly because of the number of bloatwares it comes with. While we can easily uninstall the third party bloatwares, but the problem comes in when it comes to system apps. We can't simply uninstall them, neither can we disable them (surprisingly miui doesn't show any disbale option or even if it's there, it's already greyed out). So, we need to either root our device to easily uninstall them or need to use a bit more complex ADB method.
So, today I will share an easy but tricky way to disable any system app. It has two advantages over ADB debloat method or root method. First, you don't need to be technically sound. Second, you can revert them back in just one tap if you feel so.
So just follow the below steps to disable any system apps in miui.
1. Open Google Play Store
2. Go to the top left menu option
3. Scroll down and click on "Help & feedback"
4. Now click on "Browse all articles"
5. Now locate "Delete or disable apps on android"
6. Click on it and then click on "Tap to go to application settings"
7. Now you will be presented with all apps that are there on your device. Just tap on the app of your desire.
8. Click on "Disable" and voila! The app is disabled as long as you don't wish to enable it again.
I know some users will say it won't free up space as it will still be present on the device. That's partly true. While the app is still present on the device and still occupies space, but it won't add up any additional data and wont run in the background. I'm sure you know what happens when you disable an app. So, I don't want any argument which is better and blah blah!! Remember, this method is mainly for people who need a solution as simple as possible.
So, what are you waiting for? Go try it today! ?
N.B. Sorry if the post is a bit long. I love explaining things in a detailed way.
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not working on 9.1.24
Nfury00701 said:
not working on 9.1.24
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Lol. You want some proof? I am using 9.1.24 myself and I have disabled Chrome and Gmail by this method. Plzz don't write negative comments if you cant follow the steps properly.
FYI: Sometimes you need to uninstall the updates first before disabling an app. That's how it is. It has nothing to do with miui.
For uninstalling updates, tap on the bottom "More" on the app setting page.
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
Lol. You want some proof? I am using 9.1.24 myself and I have disabled Chrome and Gmail by this method. Plzz don't write negative comments if you cant follow the steps properly.
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lol
Nfury00701 said:
lol
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Dude, there's a reason why android doesn't let you disable certain apps. You can't call anything and everything as bloatwares. The app you are trying to disable is an essential part of miui and is responsible for the updates of system apps. Without this app, you won't be able to update any system apps. The same goes for Camera, Clock, Contacts, Dialer, Gallery, Messaging etc. It's not a fault of miui. That's how android works. Use your common sense!!
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
Dude, there's a reason why android doesn't let you disable certain apps. You can't call anything and everything as bloatwares. The app you are trying to disable is an essential part of miui and is responsible for the updates of system apps. Without this app, you won't be able to update any system apps. The same goes for Camera, Clock, Contacts, Dialer, Gallery, Messaging etc. It's not a fault of miui. That's how android works. Use your common sense!!
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okay. u should update you op coz u mentioned we can disable any system apps. i have uninstalled "apps" before using root. for me Xiaomi Browser is bloatware too. I have used your instruction and failed to disable. common sense isn't so common.
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
Dude, there's a reason why android doesn't let you disable certain apps. You can't call anything and everything as bloatwares. The app you are trying to disable is an essential part of miui and is responsible for the updates of system apps. Without this app, you won't be able to update any system apps. The same goes for Camera, Clock, Contacts, Dialer, Gallery, Messaging etc. It's not a fault of miui. That's how android works. Use your common sense!!
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no, that's not an "essential" part of the OS. The phone will still function perfectly well even if that app is disabled. please, quit your bs. this has nothing to do with how android works, miui doesn't let you disable it, that's all. it's upto your oem, android, by default will let you disable every single app, whether it breaks your phone or not.
it's been a while (years) since I've needed to do this, but I remember being able to disable user apps, like for example, Instagram or Netflix.
I'm able to disable system apps, but I want to disable apps I've installed from Play Store and other sources.
is there any way to do this without using Lucky Patcher or installing apps as a system app?
thanks!
Some apps are starting services even if the App is disabled through "App Ops" (Run at startup).
However some apps still have services starting in the background.
I have Developers Options enabled and don't have the "Running Services" options and would like to stop them from starting rather than having to stop them manually.
Other apps manager do show that "App Ops" disabled the Boot Up.
Note:
I just downloaded Blocker Apps and seems to have many services that you can enable/disable from each application and not sure what to look for.
Skype is an example of app that I disable but always manages to start a service and process in the background.
The app also doesn't give me the list of processes that are to be launched upon start up.
Samsung S4 Mini
Developer Options Enabled
Android Version 4.4.2
Kernel Version 3.4.0-2254622
Note: Also posted similar at androidcentral but they redirected me here due to rooting.
Hello,
My play store keep changing from do not update apps to auto update on wifi.
I have several app that i keep on old version.
How can i block playstore from changing this setting automatically
Thanks for help guys
Playstore is a bloody pain.
Set to auto update to wifi only and disable wifi.
Use ApkExport to copy your apps so you have them.
exactly a real pain... always switching the setting on after set up all stuff.
looking for a solution or a workaround to disable this or disable my apps from auto update
Rovyo said:
exactly a real pain... always switching the setting on after set up all stuff.
looking for a solution or a workaround to disable this or disable my apps from auto update
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Disable Playstore or Google Play Services (Playstore is dependent on it).
Both constantly running in the background... needed or not.
You will need Google Play Services though for Gmail and other apps occasionally during the day.
Use a firewall to block it.
Use a package disabler.
I use both...
oh thanks will do that on play store. Any good app freezer you recommend ?
For phones other than Samsung this might work:
"Owner App" version from
Home - Package Disabler
The only NON-root solution that let’s you disable any unwanted packages that come pre-installed / installed with your phone / tablet.
www.packagedisabler.com
Karma Firewall from Playstore
thanks
im rooted with Lsposed, will use greenfy
Rovyo said:
thanks
im rooted with Lsposed, will use greenfy
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I'm not rooted which is why I use this solution.
You have more options.
blackhawk said:
I'm not rooted which is why I use this solution.
You have more options.
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I figure out that the play store get default settings after each restart. So something must reset it configuration ... I need to find whom
Rovyo said:
I figure out that the play store get default settings after each restart. So something must reset it configuration ... I need to find whom
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I'm not sure what's causing that. I can package disable Playstore, firewall block it and it's settings are the same after it's enabled again.
If it's data on the phone is getting cleared on reboot that could do it... 3rd party cleaner or power management.
I don't use Playstore much and all my apps/updates are backed up for reload.
In part because you can't get older versions on Playstore (if the app doesn't disappear entirely) and because Playstore downloads are a slow, tedious pain that use up too much time when reloading.
Don't want Google's junk in my face...