The popular Redmi Note 8T smartphone often has a history of displaying extra interface elements on images, such as a date, time, or logo that is automatically added to the bottom of the frame, a feature that is useful for journalists or photo-reporters, but for most users it only spoils the aesthetic of the images.
Fortunately, the MIUI shell has a simple setup that allows you to deactivate these elements, so you don't need to install third-party apps or get root rights, just go to the settings menu of the standard Camera app and change one setting, and in this article we'll take a look at the whole process in detail, and also look at the nuances of working with watermarks in different shooting modes.
An annoying caption can hide important details in a photo or simply distract from composition. Understanding how to control that setting gives you complete control over the final result. Let's move on to the practical steps of cleaning up your photos.
Analysis of the types of inscriptions in the MIUI camera
Before you start to shut down, it’s important to understand what exactly is displayed on your screen. There are two main types of automatic tags on Xiaomi smartphones. The first is a “stamp” that includes the current date and time of shooting. The second type is a watermark with the name of the device model, for example, the Redmi Note 8T.
These elements can be displayed in real-time viewfinders or embedded in the final image file, and if you only see them while aiming, but they're not in the finished photo, then the grid or settings are turned on, and if the tag stays on the saved file, you need to change the save settings.
The difference between these modes is critical, as they are controlled by different switches in the menu. Users often confuse them by trying to remove the logo when only the date is disabled. On MIUI-based Android, these features are separated for flexibility of use.
- 📸 Date and time stamp – displays the day, month, year and hours at the time of shutter descent.
- 💧 The watermark of the model is the signature "Shot on Redmi Note". 8T» Or just a brand logo in the corner.
- 📐 Grid and levels are auxiliary lines that are never saved in the photo, but can interfere with the view.
⚠️ Note: In some firmware versions, the model watermark can be built into the default Portrait or Night modes, even if the primary stamp is disabled.
Step-by-step instructions for disabling the stamp
The process of removing unnecessary data from photos on the Redmi Note 8T takes less than a minute, you need to open the Camera app and find the menu icon, which is usually located in the upper right corner of the screen in the form of three horizontal bars, and clicking on it, you will see a list of available options.
In the list that opens, select Settings, which contains all the options that affect photo quality, resolution, aspect ratio, and of course, the display of additional information. Find the section related to stamps or watermarks, depending on the version of MIUI, it can be called "Print Settings" or simply "Print".
Inside this menu, you'll see a switch. If it's active (blue or green), it means it's on. You need to put it inactive, and then all the new images will be saved without date or time.
☑️ Checking camera settings
It's worth noting that the changes take effect instantly. You don't have to restart the device or restart the app. However, if you use third-party photo-processing apps, make sure they don't add their tags on top of the image regardless of the system settings.
Managing watermarks of the device model
The phone’s logo deserves special attention, and many users want to remove the Redmi Note 8T from their photos to make them look more professional or not give away the device they’re taking the picture on. In newer versions of the shell, this option is often put on a separate menu or combined with the stamp settings.
Go to the camera's Settings and scroll down the list. Look for "Watermark" or "Add a watermark." There are several options: disable all characters, leave only the series logotyping or delete completely. Choose "Off" or uncheck the appropriate item.
It's important to understand the difference between a software watermark and physical artifacts, so if you see a scratch on the camera's protective glass or dust on the matrix, the software settings won't help, and you need to clean the optics with a soft cloth.
| Parameter | Location on the menu | Influence on photo |
|---|---|---|
| Date stamp | Settings → Stamp | Adds date and time to the corner of the frame |
| Watermark | Settings → Watermark | Adds the text "Shot on..." |
| Grid. | Settings → Grid | For viewfinder only, the photo is not affected. |
| Mirror photo | Settings → Selfie | Reflects the image horizontally |
Settings for front camera and selfie
The selfie camera in the Redmi Note 8T has its own settings, which may differ from the configuration of the main optics. Often users wonder why the photo from the rear camera does not have inscriptions, but they appear on the selfie. This is because the parameters can be duplicated or independent.
Switch to the front camera and go back to the settings menu through three bars, check for "Mirror effect" or "Save as in the viewfinder." Although this is not quite a label, this option is often confused with display defects, and there may be a separate time stamp switch for a selfie.
Portrait mode on the front camera often automatically turns on various filters and effects that can mimic watermarks or frames. Carefully examine the top of the viewfinder screen - there may be active filter icons that you need to manually turn off before shooting.
⚠️ Note: When using Group Selfie or Wide-angle Selfie mode, some settings may be reset. Always check the viewfinder before an important shot.
Removal of inscriptions from already finished photos
If you find an unnecessary inscription already on the pictures, it will be too late to change the camera settings - you need to edit the file itself. The built-in editor of the MIUI gallery has a powerful tool "Lastik" or "Retush", which allows you to effectively remove text.
Open a photo in the gallery, click Change and select the Retouch tool (an icon with a patch or a stripe). Carefully paint over the area with a date or logo. The algorithm will automatically fill the area with pixels from the surrounding background. For simple backgrounds (sky, wall), this works perfectly.
For more complex cases where the label crosses important details, it is recommended to use third-party applications such as Snapseed or TouchRetouch. In Snapseed, the tool is called Point-to-point, in Photoshop Express, it is called Recovery Brush. They use more sophisticated texture analysis algorithms.
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Frequent problems and their solution
Sometimes users find that the settings are not saved or the inscription appears in unexpected places, this can be due to errors in the application or cache. If the Stamp switch does not respond to clicks, try to clear the data of the Camera application.
To do this, go to Settings → Apps → All apps → Camera → Memory → Clear the data. Don't worry, your photos won't be deleted, only the settings of the camera will be reset, and then turn off unnecessary tags again.
Another reason may be the use of third-party scanning apps QR-When you switch to these modes, the interface changes, and you may see your own service labels. Go back to Photo or Video to check the settings of the main module.
- 🔄 Rebooting the smartphone is the first action for any failures in the software.
- 🗑️ Cleaning the camera cache helps if the interface freezes.
- 📲 Updating the Camera app via GetApps can fix bugs.
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Save the original photos in the cloud (Google Photos or Mi Cloud) before editing, which will allow you to return the source if the retouch fails.
Use of professional regime for clean staff
For those who want to have full control of the shooting process and be sure that there are no extra elements, the ideal solution is the “Manual” mode, in which the camera turns off most automatic processing and, as a rule, does not add any stamps unless this is clearly indicated in the general settings.
In Pro mode, you set your own ISO, shutter speed and white balance, and not only ensures a clean shot, but also allows you to take better pictures in difficult lighting conditions. On the Redmi Note 8T, this mode is stable and gives you great results.
In addition, professionally available RAW save formats that contain maximum information about color and light, working with such files, you get complete freedom in post-processing without loss of quality and without any built-in artifacts.
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Pro mode is the best way to ensure that no automatic labels are available and to get the best possible shot quality on the Redmi Note 8T.