How to remove the inscription from the photo on Xiaomi Redmi Note: a step-by-step guide

Watermarks in photos are a standard feature of Xiaomi smartphones, which automatically adds the model name (Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi Note 12, etc.) or the brand logo to the corner of the picture. For some users, this is a convenient way to mark authorship, for others – an annoying detail that spoils the frame. Fortunately, you can turn off the inscription in several ways: through camera settings, editing files, or even completely removing the tags from already taken photos.

In this article, we’ll break down 5 working methods for all versions of MIUI (12 to 14), including hidden settings, third-party apps and manual edits. We’ll focus on the nuances for different Redmi Note models, from the budget (Redmi Note 8) to the flagship (Redmi Note 13 Pro+).

Why does Xiaomi add watermarks to the photo?

The watermark feature appeared in MIUI firmware since version 10, but was actively used with MIUI 12.

• 📸 Advertising: Xiaomi promotes the brand in this way – photos with the logo are distributed in social networks, creating free advertising.
• 🔒 Copyright protection: for users who post photos on the Internet, the watermark serves as confirmation that the photo was taken on Xiaomi.
• 📱 Marketing research: the prevalence of labels, the company analyzes the popularity of models in different regions.

However, for most Redmi Note owners, this feature is useless, especially if the images are used for personal purposes or for printing, and the inscriptions often spoil the composition of the frame, covering important details (for example, in landscape or macro photos).

Interestingly, in some regions (e.g. India), watermarks are activated by default, and in European firmware they can be manually disabled, due to Xiaomi’s local marketing strategies.

Method 1: Turning off watermarks in camera settings (MIUI 12–14)

The easiest method is to use the built-in Camera app options, which is suitable for most Redmi Note models on current firmware versions.

1. Open the Camera app on your smartphone.
2. Touch the badge. ⚙️ Settings (usually located in the upper right corner).
3. Scroll down to the Watermark section (or Watermark in English).
4. Switch the slider to the off position (or uncheck if checkbox is used).
5. Close the settings – the changes will apply automatically.

If there is no Watermark option on the menu, your Redmi Note model is using an outdated version of the Camera app, in which case try updating it via Google Play or use alternative methods from this article.

On some devices, such as the Redmi Note 11 Pro, the option is hidden deeper to find it.

1. In the camera settings, select Additional settings (or Advanced settings).
2. Slip on the settings of the picture → tags.
3. Turn off all switches associated with watermark.

⚠️ Attention: On firmware MIUI global-market (EEA) This option may be called Copyright info. If you can't see it, check your firmware region in Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI.

Method 2: Using Pro mode in the camera

If the standard settings don't allow you to remove watermarks, try Pro mode (manual camera settings). In this mode, tags are often not added automatically. Here's how to activate it:

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Fly through the left/right shooting modes before the Pro (or Manual) item appears.
3. Take a picture in this mode - there will be no watermark on it.

The downside is that in Pro mode some automatic functions (HDR, night mode) are turned off, so the quality of the images may vary, but this is the only way to take a photo without labels without changing the system settings.

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If Pro mode is not available, update the Camera app via Google Play or install a modified version (such as the ANX Camera) with manual settings.

Some Redmi Note models (e.g. Redmi Note 10S) do not have watermarks in the following modes:

• 🌃 Night Mode (Night Mode)
• 📸 Portrait (Portrait)
• 🎥 Video (Video)

Method 3: Editing Configuration Files (for Advanced)

If previous methods failed, you can manually edit the system files responsible for watermarks, which requires root rights or access to ADB, but is guaranteed to remove the tags forever.

Instructions for users with unlocked bootloader:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer).
2. Go to /system/vendor/build.prop
3. Find the line: ro.camera.watermark.enable=true and replace true with false.
4. Save the changes, restart the phone.

For users without root rights, the method through ADB is suitable:

1. Activate Debugging by USB in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times on the build number).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put global camera_watermark_enabled 0
3. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Editing system files may result in loss of warranty or unstable camera performance.Before changes, back up through TWRP Or Mi Flash Tool.

Method 4: Removing watermarks from already taken photos

If you want to remove tags from photos that are already saved in the gallery, use specialized applications or online services.

• 📱 Snapseed (Google): Healing tool allows you to gently wipe the inscription without traces.
• 🖥️ Photopea (online): Layer-enabled Photoshop analogue – suitable for accurate editing.
• 🤖 Remove Watermark (Android app): automatically finds and removes text tags.

Step-by-step instructions for Snapseed:

1. Open the photo in the app.
2. Select the Healing tool (the patch icon).
3. Scroll around the Redmi Note or Xiaomi logo.
4. Click Ready – the program will automatically fill the area with the texture of the background.

To remove tags from dozens of photos, use Photoshop Action scripts or Bulk Resize Photos, but remember that if you compress or edit hard, the image quality can deteriorate.

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Watermarks are best removed from the photo on a monochromatic background (sky, wall), and artifacts can remain on complex textures (grass, sand).

Method 5: Install custom firmware (for enthusiasts)

If you’re willing to take drastic measures, installing custom firmware (like LineageOS, Pixel Experience or Xiaomi.eu) will completely remove watermarks and add additional camera features.

• 🚀 Full control over camera settings (including Google Camera with Google Camera) HDR+).
• 🔧 No unnecessary Xiaomi services (including advertising and watermarks).
• 📱 Regular security updates (as opposed to official security updates) MIUI).

Instructions for installing Xiaomi.eu (on the example of Redmi Note 11):

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires an account binding Mi).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model.
3. Download the firmware Xiaomi.eu from the official website.
4. Reboot to TWRP, Make a wipe (except internal memory) and leak ZIP-file.

⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware resets all data on the phone and may result in a loss of warranty.Before the procedure, check the firmware compatibility with your Redmi Note model on the forum XDA Developers.

After installing Xiaomi.eu, watermarks will disappear automatically, and an expanded Copyright section will appear in the camera settings, where you can flexibly adjust the tags (including adding your own text).

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you turn off watermarks, Redmi Note users encounter common errors, and consider the most common and ways to fix them:

If after all the manipulations the inscriptions continue to appear, check:

• 🔄 Have you been unable to adjust after the update? MIUI (Sometimes updates reset user settings).
• 📲 Are there any third-party camera modules (e.g. GCam) that can add their own tags.
• 🛠️ Is the function Double watermarks activated (found on Chinese firmware).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions