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Xiaomi: Configure Quick Ball Shortcuts and Behavior

If the floating Quick ball only opens one fixed app or keeps popping up during video playback, its behavior settings are still on default. MIUI lets you change the trigger gesture, auto-hide rules and screen position, but these options sit outside the shortcut list and get overlooked easily.

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Quick Ball Shortcuts and Behavior Settings auf Xiaomi

The Quick ball is a floating button that gives fast access to chosen apps and system actions without returning to the home screen. Beyond picking which shortcuts appear, MIUI offers separate controls for how the button reacts and where it sits on screen.

These controls matter when the ball blocks video playback, triggers on the wrong touch, or stays visible in apps where you never use it. Adjusting them does not change the shortcut list itself, only the behavior around it.

Where to find the settings

Open Tap on SettingsTap on Additional settingsTap on Quick ballTurn On/Off the desired option. From this screen you can switch the preferred gesture between tap and swipe, hide the ball automatically in specific apps, and stop it from showing in full screen mode.

There is also an option to make the ball stick to the edge of the screen instead of floating freely, which reduces accidental touches during scrolling or gaming.

Turning off Quick ball entirely from this same menu removes both the button and its shortcuts, so only disable individual toggles if you still want quick access to some apps.

Frequently asked questions

The Hide in full screen mode toggle inside Quick ball settings only applies to apps that report fullscreen correctly. If a video app does not trigger this, add it manually to the auto-hide list for individual apps.