Redmi phones, running on Xiaomi's MIUI or HyperOS, offer extensive customization options to personalize your app layout, from the home screen grid to how your recent applications are displayed. Tailoring these settings can significantly enhance your user experience, making your phone more intuitive and visually appealing.
Customizing Your Home Screen Layout
The home screen is the primary interface for accessing your applications. Redmi allows you to modify its appearance and functionality to suit your preferences.
Adjusting Home Screen Grid Size
Changing the grid size dictates how many app icons can fit on a single home screen page. A smaller grid (e.g., 4x6) results in larger icons, while a larger grid (e.g., 5x6) allows for more icons per page.
- Pinch In: On an empty space on your home screen, pinch two fingers together as if zooming out. This opens the Home Screen settings menu.
- Access Settings: Tap on "Settings" (or sometimes "Widgets" and then "Settings").
- Select Grid Size: Look for "Home Screen Grid" and choose your desired layout, such as "4x6" or "5x6".
App Drawer vs. Classic Mode
Redmi phones offer two main modes for organizing apps:
- Classic Mode: All installed applications are placed directly on your home screens.
- App Drawer Mode: Applications are stored in a separate drawer that you swipe up to access, leaving your home screens cleaner for widgets and frequently used apps.
To switch between these modes:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap on Home Screen.
- Select "Home Screen" again and choose between "Classic" or "With App Drawer".
Customizing App Icon Size
You can adjust the visual size of app icons to improve readability or fit more icons on your screen.
- Pinch In: On an empty space on your home screen, pinch two fingers together.
- Access Settings: Tap on "Settings" (or "Widgets" and then "Settings").
- More Settings: Tap on "More" or "Home screen settings."
- Icon Size: Look for an option like "Icon size" or "App icon size" and adjust it as desired.
Changing the Recent Apps View Style
Redmi phones make it remarkably easy to modify how your recently opened applications are displayed when you access the "Recents" menu. You can switch between different styles to find the one that best suits your multitasking habits.
To change the recent apps view style:
- Pinch In: On an empty space on your home screen, pinch two fingers together to open the Home Screen settings menu.
- Access Settings: Tap on "Settings" (or "Widgets" and then "Settings").
- More Settings: Tap on "More" or "Home screen settings."
- Arrange Items in Recents: Scroll down and locate the option "Arrange items in Recents" or "Recent apps style."
- Choose Style: Select your preferred layout. Common options include:
- Horizontal (or Stacked Cards): Recent apps appear as a stack of cards that you scroll through horizontally.
- Vertical (or Grid View): Recent apps are arranged in a vertical grid, often showing more apps at once.
Organizing Apps with Folders
Folders are an excellent way to group related applications, declutter your home screen, and improve navigation.
- Create a Folder: Drag one app icon over another app icon on your home screen. A new folder will be automatically created.
- Add More Apps: Drag and drop additional app icons into the newly created folder.
- Rename Folder: Tap on the folder, then tap on its name at the top to rename it.
Quick App Layout Customization Options
Here's a summary of the common layout adjustments you can make on your Redmi phone:
| Feature | How to Change | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Home Screen Grid | Pinch in > Settings > Home Screen Grid | Adjust the density of app icons on your home screen |
| Recent Apps View | Pinch in > Settings > More > Arrange items in Recents | Change the display style of recently used applications |
| Home Screen Mode | Settings > Home Screen > Home Screen | Switch between Classic (all apps on home screen) or With App Drawer |
| App Icon Size | Pinch in > Settings > More > Icon size | Adjust the visual size of app icons |
| App Folders | Drag one app onto another | Group related applications for better organization |
By utilizing these customization features, you can tailor your Redmi phone's app layout to be both efficient and aesthetically pleasing, ensuring your device truly reflects your personal usage style.
