Users are often faced with the situation of intrusive callers or annoying messages. To deal with such troubles, a blacklist is present by default on all Android phones. Today you will learn how to see blocked numbers on Xiaomi and add and edit them.
What is a blacklist, and where is it located
Blacklist is a feature that allows you to block incoming calls and SMS from specific callers. On Xiaomi phones, it is a special tool that can be configured at your discretion: to block one number or contact list, allow/forbid notifications and calls from strangers, add subscribers to the whitelist, and so on.
It is very easy to find the “Blacklist” function on your phone:
- Launch the “Security” app from the desktop and scroll down to the “Anti-spam” item.
- In the upper right corner, click on the image of a gear. Move the slider to the “Enable antispam” line. The option is activated, and you can proceed to the following items.
Blocking of messages and calls
Now let’s take a closer look at how to set up a blacklist on MIUI 13. The built-in app offers several handy features for maximum protection.
From unfamiliar numbers
Go to settings and open the “Call Blocking” tab. Activate the command “Block calls from strangers” and “Block calls from hidden numbers”. All unknown callers will immediately go to the FS. You will be able to find out if someone called on the start screen of the program.
By keywords (sms)
There is a special option that blocks messages with certain words.
- We visit the section “Message Blocking”. At the bottom of the page, pay attention to the signature “Keywords ” – “Blacklist”.
- Click on the plus sign and, separated by a comma, enter the words you do not want to receive in the SMS. Click “Save. As you can see, adding undesirable phrases is very simple and fast. You can add to the list at any time.
Blacklist management on Xiaomi with MIUI 13
Once you have found the blacklist, you need to add numbers there. This is done with a few clicks and removal from the Blacklist if any number is needed.
How to add a contact to the blacklist
Two ways are relevant for Miyuay 11. The first option is the fastest – launch the “Phone” application, find the desired number and make long press on it. A vibration click and an additional menu will pop up, where you click “Lock”. Confirm the action with the “OK” button.
The second method involves using the “Security” tool. In the settings, click on the section “Blacklist” and click “Add” at the bottom. For Blacklist, you can find people from your contacts with a certain prefix (country code) or type the phone number. If you want to block only calls, uncheck the box next to SMS (and vice versa) in the next window.
How to unlock a contact
Unblock is done similarly: press the phone number and choose “Unblock” in the menu, or look through the calls in the program and delete from the list the contact with whom you want to communicate.
The above actions work on both the Redmi and the flagships of the Mi line. We recommend setting up a blacklist in the firmware, that is, using the system function, but there are also many third-party applications, which are described below.
How to see if the number is blocked
The list of blocked numbers is in the tool itself. Click on the gear, go to “Blacklist”, and a list of blocked calls and SMS is displayed. On the main page of “Anti-spam” is a list with the number of calls from blocked contacts.
Why do we need a white list?
A whitelist is necessary if you block absolutely all numbers. In this case, those subscribers are added to the whitelist, calls from which are allowed. This is done on the same principle as with the blacklist.
Third-party applications for emergencies
On Google Play, many programs have similar functions to the system “Anti-spam”. Utilities are free and installed on Android according to the standard scheme.
Mr. Number
A simple application with a clear interface and only necessary options. Blocking is available to the user:
- unknown numbers;
- all calls;
- specific contacts;
- numbers from a certain city or country;
- messages.
You can set up what will happen in case of a forbidden call: just reset or redirect to your voicemail.
Call Blocker
A similar program with two main functions – adding contacts to the black-and-white list. If you do not know where to find the blacklist on your smartphone – install this application. It will quite replace the system blocker.
Blacklist
Also, a great tool with which to block numbers from the list of calls, contacts, messages, or that begin/end with a specific digit. You can set up a schedule if you want. For example, calls cannot be received from 23.00 to 7.30. There is a PRO version with additional features, such as blocking by days of the week, protecting the application with a password, etc.
FAQ
What should I do if Blacklist doesn’t work?
Check if the parameters are correct (ensure the number is entered correctly), reboot your device, and add contacts to the Blacklist again. If you encounter problems with the Anti-spam tool, use a third-party application. You should not block the same number with several applications simultaneously. Otherwise, a failure will occur.
How to see sms and calls from the blocked number?
You can see if the number is blocked and learn about the number of calls and the content of sms in the blocker program.
Will the person know that he/she is on the blacklist?
No, there will be just short beeps, or the answering machine will inform that the subscriber is busy and will redirect to the voice mail.
Now you know where to look and how to configure HR on Xiaomi and Redmi phones. We hope our article has helped protect you from unwanted calls and messages.
