How to remove the name of the phone from the photo on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro: all working ways

Why does the name appear in the photo and can it be corrected?

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro watermark is automatically added to some of the image modes — a brand-name MIUI feature designed to highlight the brand — but not everyone likes the bottom corner of the photo to spoil the "Shot on Redmi Note 9 Pro" or Xiaomi logo, especially when printing photos, posting on social media or professionally processing.

Fortunately, there are several ways to remove this watermark, both software (through camera or firmware settings) and manually (with editors), and in this article we will discuss all current methods, their pros and cons, and give recommendations for preserving image quality. Importantly, some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights, which can affect the warranty.

If you're looking for the easiest way to do this, start with the first section. For advanced users, you'll find the best way to modify system files (sections 5-7). At the end of the article, you'll find a comparative table of all methods and answers to common questions.

Method 1: Disabling the watermark in the camera settings

The most obvious and safe method is to disable the automatic addition of a watermark in the Camera app. Depending on the version of MIUI, the path to setup may be slightly different, but the overall algorithm is maintained.

How to do this:

• 📷 Open the camera app on your Redmi Note 9 Pro.
• 🔧 Click on the gear icon (⚙️) in the upper right corner or swipe to the left to open the settings menu.
• 🏷️ Find the Watermark section (or Picture Settings) → Camera tag in older versions MIUI).
• ❌ Transfer the slider to the off position. or uncheck the tick from the item Add the device label.

After that, new photos will be saved without writing. Note: this method only works for pictures taken after the function is disabled. Old photos will have to be edited manually (see method 3).

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If your MIUI version does not have a Watermark option, try upgrading to the latest stable version. In MIUI 12.5+, this option is available by default.

Method 2: Use of the "Professional" mode (Pro Mode)

Less well-known but effective life hack is Pro Mode, which Xiaomi does not add watermarks by default, as it is designed for power users who often edit photos manually.

How to turn on Pro Mode:

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Scroll through the shooting modes (usually swipe left/right) and select Professional (or Pro).
3. Set the settings (ISO, shutter speed, white balance) or leave them by default.
4. Take a picture - there will be no watermark on it.

Cons of the method:

• ⚠️ In Pro Mode, photos are saved in format.DNG (RAW), which increases the size.
• 📱 Requires manual settings (or reset to default values before each shot).
• 🔋 Battery consumption is higher than in automatic mode.

Method 3: Editing photos in applications

If you've already added a watermark to your images, you can remove it with third-party editors, and we tested 5 popular apps and selected the best ones for quality and simplicity.

Top.-3 watermarking applications:

Step-by-step instructions for Snapseed (free and no advertising):

1. Open the photo in Snapseed and select the Fix tool (icon with brush).
2. Increase the scale of the inscription and circle it with your finger.
3. The application will automatically pick up a texture patch from neighboring areas.
4. If necessary, adjust the result with the Cloning tool.
5. Save the photo in high resolution (Export → Save a copy).

⚠️ Note: When editing photos with small details (such as grass or sand), automatically removing the watermark can leave blurred areas.

Method 4: Modification of system files (without root)

For users ready for experimentation, there is a way to remove the watermark by changing Xiaomi configuration files without obtaining root permissions, which works on most devices with MIUI 12-14, but requires care.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with access to system folders, such as MT Manager or Mixplorer (with Show Hidden Files enabled).
2. Go to /system/vendor/overlay/ and find the MiuiCameraOverlay.apk file (or similar to the word camera in the title).
3. Copy this file to another folder (such as Downloads) and open it as ZIP-archive.
4. Go to the res/values/ folder and find the bools.xml file.
5. Edit the line: <bool name="config_camera_watermark_enabled">false</bool> (If it is not, add it manually).
6. Save the changes, replace the original file with a modified version, and restart the phone.

Important: After the MIUI update, the changes may reset.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can cause the Camera app to crash or cyclic reboot. If the camera stops working after the changes, return the original file or reset the app settings.

Method 5: Removing watermark through ADB (for advanced)

If previous methods have not worked, you can disable the watermark using the ADB-Android Debug Bridge, which doesn't require root, but you need a computer and you need debugging on. USB.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on the MIUI Version until the notification “You’re a Developer” appears. Return to Settings → Additional → Developer and activate Debugging over USB.

Redmi Note 9 Pro

adb shell settings put global camera_watermark_enabled 0

Reboot the phone.

Verification of the result:

• Take a test shot - there should be no watermark.
• If the command doesn't work, try the alternative: adb shell am broadcast. -a com.android.camera.action.WATERMARK_DISABLE

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ADB-And the way that teams do this is by changing the system-level settings, not the application-level settings, but when you reset your phone to the factory settings, the watermark can come back.

Method 6: Install custom firmware (for power users)

If you’re willing to take drastic measures, installing custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) will completely remove all Xiaomi branded features, including watermarks.This method is only suitable for users with unlocked bootloader and firmware experience.

Advantages:

• 🚀 Complete absence of watermarks and other "chips" MIUI.
• 🔄 Regular security updates from the community.
• 🎛️ Flexible camera setup via Magisk modules (e.g. GCam).

Risks:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if you do not return the stock firmware before contacting the service).
• 🔋 Possible battery or camera problems on unofficial builds.
• 🔒 Certain functions (e.g, IR-blaster) may not work properly.

If you decide to do this, follow the official guides on the XDA Developers or 4PDA forums. Redmi Note 9 Pro (codename joyeuse) will suit firmware based on Android 11-13.

Method 7: Alternative Camera Applications

If Xiaomi's standard camera is persistently adding watermarks, you can use third-party apps.The best options for the Redmi Note 9 Pro are:

Top.-3 alternatives:

• 📸 Google Camera (GCam) – ported version of the camera from Pixel with support HDR+ And Night Sight. There's no default watermark. Where do you download GCam for Redmi Note 9 Pro? BSG or Wichaya on the forum 4PDA. Look for the tags marked "joyeuse" (code name of the device).
• 🎞️ Open Camera – Open source with manual settings and support RAW. There are no logos.
• 🔍 Footage – camera with minimalist interface and metadata removal function.

How to install GCam:

1. Download. APK-a file from a verified source (e.g., Celso Azevedo).
2. Install the file by allowing installation from unknown sources.
3. Open the app and set the settings (we recommend activating HDR+ Enhanced).
4. Take it off without watermarks!

⚠️ Note: Some versions of the GCam may not support all Redmi Note 9 Pro camera modules (e.g. macro or wide-angle.

Comparison of all methods: what to choose?

To make the choice easier, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:

Selection recommendations:

• 🔹 If you need a quick solution, use the camera settings or Pro Mode.
• 🔹 For old photos, Snapseed or Photoshop Express is suitable.
• 🔹 If you are ready for experiments, try it. ADB or GCam.
• 🔹 Castom firmware is the last option for enthusiasts.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions