How to remove the inscriptions on the photo Xiaomi: date, watermarks and geotags

Watermarks, date or coordinates in photos from Xiaomi can ruin even the best shot. The manufacturer by default adds this information to the pictures in some modes (for example, in “Professional” or when the “Photo Signature” function is enabled). Fortunately, you can remove the inscriptions both with standard MIUI tools and with third-party applications - without loss of quality and editing in Photoshop.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways for models Redmi, Poco, Black Shark and flagship lines Xiaomi 11/12/13/14. We will describe how to disable the automatic addition of inscriptions before shooting, as well as how to remove them from already ready photos - including hidden ones. EXIF-We'll focus on the nuances of firmware. MIUI 12–15 HyperOS.

Why does Xiaomi add captions to the photo?

The manufacturer integrates watermarks and labels for three main reasons:

• 📅 Date and time: helps to quickly navigate the archive of photos, but spoils the composition when printing or publishing in social networks.
• 🌍 Geotags: automatically added if the camera settings enable the Save Location option, and this data is visible in the file properties, even if there is no text in the image itself.
• 📱 Model of the device: watermark with the Xiaomi logo or smartphone name (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) Appears in Professional, Document or 50MP modes.

On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi). K60 Pro) watermarks are added forcibly when filming in RAW-It's a marketing ploy, but it can be bypassed.

⚠️ Attention: On firmware MIUI Global and HyperOS for Europe watermarks may not be available by default due to legal restrictions. MIUI China or custom firmware, check the settings manually.

Method 1: Disable watermarks in camera settings

The easiest way is to stop adding captions before taking a picture, which will work for new photos, but it won't remove labels from the pictures you've taken.

Instructions for MIUI 14/HyperOS:

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Touch the gears. ⚙️ in the upper right corner (or swipe from the right edge of the screen).
3. Go to the Settings section → Photo caption.
4. Turn off the sliders opposite: 📅 Date. 🌍 Location 📱 Model of the device

On older versions of MIUI 12-13, the path may be different: Camera settings → Additional → Watermark. If you don’t have an option, then your model doesn’t support automatic tagging (e.g., the budget Redmi 9A or Poco M3).

Are watermarks turned off in camera settings

Whether the correct mode is selected (not "Professional" unless you need a watermark)

Leica filters are reset (for Xiaomi 12S Ultra/13 Ultra)

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Method 2: Delete date and text with photo through Xiaomi Gallery

If you've already added labels, you can remove them without third-party apps, using the built-in editor in the Gallery, which works for text labels (date, model), but does not remove hidden tags. EXIF-data.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the photo in the standard “Gallery” Xiaomi.
2. Click Edit (pencil icon) ✏️).
3. Select Tools → Remove Objects (or Retouch on MIUI 15).
4. You can circle the text with your finger or stylus, and the system automatically masks the text with a background that is close to the color.
5. Save the changes (Tick icon) ✅).

To pinpoint the removal of small characters (for example, geotags in the corner), use the Cloning tool:

1. In the editor, select Cloning (stamp icon) 🖋️).
2. Specify the donor area (clean area of background next to the inscription).
3. Transfer the copy to the text - it will be blocked.

To completely clear this information:

1. Install the EXIF Eraser app (free, no ads) or Photo Exif Editor.
2. Open the photo in the app.
3. Click Delete EXIF or Clear Metadata.
4. Save a file with a new name (for example, photo_clean.jpg).

For mass processing:

• 📂 V EXIF Eraser select a folder with a photo → Batch Remove.
• 🔄 In Google Photos, upload photos, then download them back – the service automatically deletes some metadata.

Method 4: Use third-party editors (for complex cases)

If Xiaomi’s built-in tools don’t work (for example, the watermark is too contrasting or takes up a large area), use specialized applications:

• 🎨 Snapseed (from Google): The Healing Brush tool removes text without a trace.
• 🖌️ Adobe Photoshop Express: Background Replacement or Cloning for Point Retouching.
• 🤖 Remove Watermark (Android only): automatically finds and erases watermarks, but can leave artifacts behind.

For RAW-Photo (with.dng extension) use Lightroom Mobile:

1. Import the file to Lightroom.
2. Go to Retouch Mode (circle icon).
3. Choose a healing brush and paint the inscription.
4. Export to JPEG with 100% quality.

⚠️ Attention: When editing RAW-files in Lightroom always save the original to the cloud or PC – the application can overwrite the original file without warning.

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Method 5: Reflash the camera (for advanced users)

On some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi K30 Pro or Poco F3), watermarks are added at the camera firmware level. If the switching off in the settings doesn't help, you can:

1. Install custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS) where there are no forced labels.
2. Remove the Camera version of the app through ADB: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.camera adb install old_camera_version.apk
3. Use alternative cameras: 📸 GCam (Google Camera) – does not add watermarks, but requires manual adjustment. 🎥 Open Camera – Open source software with support RAW and unmarked.

For the installation of GCam:

1. Download the version for your model from the 4PDA or XDA Developers forum.
2. Enable Installation from Unknown Sources in Security Settings.
3. Install. APK-file and grant permissions to the camera/storage.

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