Remove MI Browser Swipe Up Gesture Tips

If you are seeing swipe-up gesture tips on the MI Browser (Xiaomi’s default browser on MIUI and HyperOS devices) and want them gone, the fix is to disable the browser’s gesture hints in its settings. This article explains exactly where that setting is, why the tips appear, and what to do if the usual toggle does not work.

Why These Tips Appear

The MI Browser shows a small animated hint or text overlay when you swipe up from the bottom of the screen. This is part of Xiaomi’s attempt to teach users the gesture navigation system that replaces the traditional three-button navigation bar. On many MIUI and HyperOS versions, the browser itself displays a “swipe up to go home” or “swipe up to switch apps” tip the first few times you use the gesture. The tip is tied to the browser’s internal settings, not to the system-wide gesture settings, so turning off system gestures does not always remove it.

The tips are most common after a system update, after clearing the browser’s data, or when you first set up a new Xiaomi device. They are designed to be helpful, but they can become annoying if they appear repeatedly.

How to Disable the Swipe-Up Tips

The exact steps vary slightly depending on your MIUI or HyperOS version, but the general path is the same. Follow these steps:

Open the MI Browser app on your Xiaomi device.
Tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
Scroll down and look for a section called General or Advanced.
Find the option labeled Show swipe-up tips, Gesture tips, or Navigation tips.
Toggle the switch to Off.

If you cannot find that exact option, try searching within the Settings page using the magnifying glass icon at the top. Type “swipe” or “gesture” and it should bring up the relevant toggle.

What to Do If the Setting Is Missing

On some newer HyperOS versions, the swipe-up tip is not controlled by a dedicated setting in the browser. Instead, it is tied to the system’s full-screen gesture settings. In that case, you can try these alternatives:

Go to Settings > Home screen > System navigation and switch from Gestures to Buttons, then switch back. This sometimes resets the tip counter.
Clear the MI Browser’s cache (not data, as that will log you out). Go to Settings > Apps > Manage apps > MI Browser > Clear data and choose Clear cache only.
Update the MI Browser to the latest version from the GetApps store, as Xiaomi has removed the tips in some recent updates.

If the tip still appears after trying these, it may be a system-level overlay that only shows a limited number of times. It often disappears on its own after a few days of normal use.

Common Problems and Misconceptions

A common misconception is that the swipe-up tip is caused by a third-party launcher or a screen recorder. In reality, it is almost always the MI Browser’s own onboarding hint. Another issue users report is that the tip appears even when the system navigation is set to three-button mode. This happens because the browser’s tip is independent of the system navigation style—it is triggered by the browser’s internal gesture detection, not by the system.

If you have enabled Second space or Dual apps on your Xiaomi phone, the tip may reappear in the cloned browser instance. You will need to repeat the same steps in the cloned app.

Alternatives to the MI Browser

If the swipe-up tips continue to bother you and you cannot disable them, consider switching to a different browser. Xiaomi’s browser is based on Chromium, so most Chrome extensions and features work similarly. Popular alternatives include:

Google Chrome – the most widely used browser, with a clean interface and no swipe-up tips.
Mozilla Firefox – offers strong privacy features and a customizable home screen.
Microsoft Edge – includes built-in tracking prevention and a reading mode.
Brave – blocks ads and trackers by default.

All of these are free and available on the Google Play Store. They do not show the same swipe-up gesture hints.

Does This Affect Battery or Performance?

No. The swipe-up tip is a simple UI overlay that appears briefly. It does not consume significant battery or affect performance. Disabling it is purely a visual preference. If you notice battery drain or lag, it is likely caused by something else, such as background apps or a pending system update.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the swipe-up tip keep coming back after I disable it?

This usually happens after a system update or after the browser’s data is cleared. The tip counter resets, so the browser shows it again for the first few swipes. You may need to disable the setting again after each major update.

Will disabling the tip affect the gesture navigation on my phone?

No. The tip is only a visual hint. Disabling it does not change how the swipe-up gesture works. You can still swipe up to go home or switch apps as before.

Can I remove the tip without going into the browser settings?

In most cases, no. The setting is only available inside the MI Browser. However, you can try clearing the browser’s cache, which sometimes resets the tip counter without removing the setting.

Is there a way to disable all gesture hints on MIUI/HyperOS?

Yes, you can go to Settings > Home screen > System navigation and choose Buttons instead of Gestures. This removes all gesture hints system-wide, but it also changes the way you navigate.

Does the tip appear on all Xiaomi devices?

It appears on most devices running MIUI 12 and later, and on HyperOS. Some older MIUI versions do not have this tip. The exact behavior may vary by region and software version.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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