Android guide · Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO
Xiaomi and Redmi Clear speaker: where it went and a 30-second alternative
Short answer
Open Settings and search for "Clear". On MIUI, Clear speaker lives under Additional settings and plays a 30-second sound to shake dust out of the speaker. If the search finds nothing, your software no longer shows it, which many HyperOS owners report. You can get the same kind of 30-second clean below: media volume up, speaker facing down, press Start.
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Run a 30-second speaker clean now
Pick 30s in the player, take the case off, turn media volume up until it sounds loud but clean, and point the bottom speaker at the floor. Repeat once or twice if the sound is still dull. On most Android phones the Vibration option also works.
- Volume 75%+: Set media volume to about 75% or higher, at a level that does not distort.
- Speaker down: Remove the case and point the grille at a cloth.
- Repeat 2–3×: Dab the grille between runs; repeat up to 3 times.
Sound + vibration · vibration works on Android
Turn device volume to max, place the speaker facing down, and remove any case. Stop immediately if you hear rattling or distortion.
Where to find Clear speaker on your phone
- Open Settings and type Clear in the search bar.
- If Clear speaker shows up, tap it and start it. Xiaomi's own guidance is to repeat it once or twice for light dust.
- On MIUI you can also go to Settings > Additional settings > Clear speaker.
- No result? The option is not available on your current software. Use the player above instead.
Why the option may be missing
Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones and tablets report that Clear speaker disappeared after updates, most often after moving to HyperOS. Xiaomi has not published a reason we could find, and menus differ by model and region, so treat this as a common report, not an official change.
Some forum replies suggest "hidden settings" apps to bring it back. You don't need one: the cleaning effect comes from sound, not from a special system setting. If you choose to try one, install only from the official app store.
What a cleaning sound can and can't fix
| Problem | Will sound help? |
|---|---|
| Light dry dust making the speaker quieter | Often, after one to three runs |
| Water drops after a splash | Can help push surface water out, see Android water eject |
| Muffled call audio only | Use the call speaker cleaner for the top slot |
| Oily lint or packed debris | No. Use a soft dry brush on the grille only |
| Crackling or rattling at normal volume | No. Likely hardware, see crackling speaker causes |
Check settings before blaming the speaker
- Turn off Bluetooth so sound plays from the phone, not a paired earbud.
- Raise media volume, not ringtone volume.
- Remove a thick case that may cover the grille.
- Restart the phone, then test again with the speaker test.
Still quiet? Our quiet speaker guide walks through the remaining causes in order.
Related tools & guides
- ToolAndroid Water Eject →165 Hz pulse plus vibration for Android speakers.
- ToolEar Speaker Cleaner →Clear lint and moisture from the call speaker.
- ToolSpeaker Test →Left/right, rattle, bass and treble checks.
- GuideQuiet Speaker Guide →Settings, blockage or hardware limits.
- ToolFix My Speaker Diagnostic →Two questions, the safest first fix.
Standards & references
- [Xiaomi Class] How to use clear speaker feature of Xiaomi?
Xiaomi Community
Search "Clear" in Settings, tap Clear speaker, and a 30-second sound plays to clear dust.
- Clear speaker is gone with HyperOS
r/PocoPhones (user reports)
Owner reports of the option missing after the HyperOS update. Not an official statement.
Frequently asked questions
+Where is Clear speaker on Xiaomi and Redmi phones?
On MIUI it sits under Settings, Additional settings, Clear speaker. The quickest check on any version is to open Settings and search for "Clear". If nothing appears, your phone's current software does not show the option.
+Why did Clear speaker disappear from my phone?
Many owners report the option is missing after software updates, especially after moving to HyperOS. Xiaomi has not published an official explanation we could find, so the reason is not confirmed.
+Does the online cleaner work like Xiaomi's Clear speaker?
Both play sound through the speaker for about 30 seconds so the speaker cone moves and can shake loose light, dry dust. Ours runs in your browser with no install. It is not the same audio file Xiaomi uses, and neither one removes oily lint or packed debris.
+Should I install a hidden settings app to get it back?
You don't need to. The cleaning effect comes from sound, which any trusted player can produce. If you do install an app, only use one from the official app store and check its permissions.
+My Redmi speaker still sounds bad after cleaning. What now?
Run the speaker test to check left and right sides and listen for rattling. Crackling or distortion at normal volume points to a hardware fault, which a Xiaomi service center should check.