How to turn on the frameless screen on Xiaomi: instructions for TVs and smartphones

The frameless screen on Xiaomi devices is not just a marketing ploy, but a real opportunity to expand the display workspace by hiding the system panels and interface frames. However, many users face difficulties when trying to activate this mode: Some of the options are hidden in the depths of the menu, some require additional manipulation, some models do not have it in the standard firmware. In this article, we will discuss all the official and alternative ways to turn on the frameless screen on Mi TVs. TV, smartphone Redmi/POCO Xiaomi Pad tablets, and explain why this feature may not be available on some devices.

It is important to understand that “frameless mode” works differently depending on the type of device. On Xiaomi TVs, it most often hides control panels and expands the image to the edges of the screen, whereas on smartphones it is about hiding soft buttons (navigation panel) or using gestures. We’ll look at both scenarios and give you customization recommendations for specific models – from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Mi 13 Ultra and Mi TVs. TV Q2 75".

If you've tried to turn on frameless mode but it didn't work out, don't get upset. Your model may require a firmware update or a hidden setting activated through the engineering menu. We'll detail each step, including unique development teams that aren't found in standard manuals.

What is a frameless screen on Xiaomi and why you need it

Xiaomi’s term “bezel-less display” combines several technologies to maximize the useful area of the display, in practice, in three ways:

• 📺 On TVs: hiding system panels (time, channels, volume) and stretching the image to the physical edges of the matrix, even if they are covered with a thin frame of the body.
• 📱 On smartphones: disabling the software navigation bar (Back, Home, Recent buttons) and replacing it with gestures, as well as hiding the status bar in full-screen applications.
• 🖥️ On tablets: a combination of both approaches – hiding system elements + Optimize the display of content for the screen format (for example, 16:10 instead of 16:9).

The main advantages of the regime:

• 🎮 Players get more control space in shooters or strategies where every pixel counts.
• 🎬 Movies can watch movies without black stripes on the sides (if the content supports the aspect ratio of the screen).
• 📱 Multitasking on smartphones save space for displaying information in applications (for example, in a browser or messengers).

There are pitfalls, however: TVs can cut off subtitles or game interfaces when stretching; on smartphones, gestures sometimes conflict with app navigation (for example, swiping back to Instagram can close an app instead of going back to the previous screen); and later, we’ll explain how to customize the mode to avoid these problems.

How to turn on the frameless screen on the Xiaomi TV (Mi) TV)

On Xiaomi TVs, the frameless mode is usually called Cinema Mode or Zoom Mode, and its activation depends on the model and firmware version. MIUI TV. Below is a universal instruction for most devices (suitable for Mi). TV 4S, Mi TV Q1, Mi TV A2 etc.).

If your TV is released after 2021, it probably has a Bezel-less Design feature that automatically hides the control panels after 5 seconds of inactivity to turn it on:

1. Open the Settings. → Display and sound → Screen.
2. Select "Frameless Design" and switch the slider to the "On" position.
3. In the submenu "Auto-discovery panels" set the timer (recommended 3-5 seconds).

For manual image stretching (if the content doesn’t take up the entire screen):

1. When watching a movie or streaming, press the Menu button on the remote.
2. Select the "Aspect Ratio" (aspect Ratio).
3. Try the options “Stretch”, “Zoom” or “Auto”.

Update the firmware to the latest version

Connect the TV to the Internet

Make sure the signal source (set-top box, computer) supports the desired resolution.

Check the aspect ratio settings on the external device (if you use it) HDMI)-->

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV Q2 55") is available "Game Screen Mode", which removes delays and expands the display area for games:

Settings → Devices and Connections → HDMI → [Select Port] → Game Mode → On.

⚠️ Warning: If you have frameless mode on the screen, if you have artifacts (bands, blur), return the aspect ratio settings to the original state. This may indicate that the resolution of the signal source and the TV are incompatible.

Frameless mode on Xiaomi smartphones: hiding the navigation panel

On Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi, POCO, Mi and Black Shark – frameless screen is implemented through:

• 🔄 Navigation gestures (hiding software buttons).
• 📱 Full screen mode in applications (hiding status bar).
• 🔧 Engineering menu (for advanced settings).

The standard activation method (works on the MIUI 12–14):

1. Go to Settings → Display → Full-screen display.
2. Select "Full-screen gestures" (Full-screen gestures).
3. Set the type of gestures: "Swipe from the sides" (recommended) or "Swipe up".
4. Activate the option to “Hide navigation bar”.

To hide the status bar in the applications:

1. In the same menu (full screen display) turn on "Hide status bar".
2. Select the apps you want to apply the mode for (e.g. YouTube, Chrome).
3. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to temporarily return the notification bar.

If the option "Full screen display" is missing, try updating the firmware or use an alternative method through the ADB (In some models, for example, POCO F3) frameless mode is blocked by the manufacturer to prevent accidental pressing on the edges of the screen.

Activation of the frameless screen through the engineering menu (for experienced)

If standard settings don’t work, you can try to turn on the frameless mode via the Engineering Mode, a method that is suitable for smartphones and some Xiaomi TVs, but requires caution – incorrect changes can lead to crashes.

For smartphones:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code ##6484## (some models run ##36446337###).
2. Go to the "Display" or "Touch" section.
3. Find the options for Full Screen or Bezel-less Mode and set the value for Enable.
4. Save the settings and restart the device.

For Mi TVs:

1. On the remote, simultaneously press the Menu buttons. + Volume Down for 5 seconds.
2. In the engineering menu, select "Picture Settings".
3. Find the option “Overscan” or “Screen Fit” and adjust the value (usually 0-5%).

⚠️ Note: Changes to the engineering menu are not saved after resetting. If after manipulation the screen began to display incorrectly (for example, part of the image is cropped), return the parameters to the original state or reset via Settings. → System system → Resetting settings.

For advanced users, there is a way to activate through ADB (Android Debug Bridge.This will help if the option is hidden in firmware:

adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen 1


adb shell settings put global policy_control immersive.full=*

Once you've done the commands, restart the device. To return the standard mode, replace 1 with 0 in the first command.

Compatibility table: on which devices Xiaomi runs frameless mode

Not all Xiaomi devices support frameless screen out of the box. Below is the compatibility table for popular models. If your device is not listed, check for the feature through a search in the settings for "full screen" or "frameless".

If your model doesn’t support the function, but you want to activate it, try:

• 🔄 Update the firmware to the latest version (via Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 📦 Install custom firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU or LineageOS) where the feature can be unlocked.
• 🛠️ Use third-party apps like Nacho Notch (to hide cutouts) or Full Screen Immersive Mode (for forced full-screen mode).

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On Xiaomi TVs with Google TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2023) frameless mode is enabled through Android settings TV: Go to Settings. → Display and sound → Screen. → Screen mode and select "Stretch" or "Zoom".

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after you successfully activate the frameless mode, users encounter bugs, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

1.The image is cropped on the TV.

Reason: Wrong aspect ratio or included Overscan in the engineering menu.

Decision:

• Return the settings of the aspect ratio to the value of "Auto" or "Original".
• On an external device (set-top box, PC) set the resolution compatible with the TV (for example, 3840×2160 upon 60 Hz).

2.The smartphone does not work gestures in some applications

Reason: System navigation conflict with app gestures (e.g. in games).

Decision:

• Add the problem app to the exceptions: Settings → Full-screen display → Exceptions for gestures.
• Temporarily return navigation buttons to Settings → Display. → Full-screen display.

3.Frameless mode disappeared after the update

Reason: Reset settings after updating the firmware.

Decision:

• Re-activate the function in the display settings.
• If the option is gone, reset through ADB (commands are given above).

4.The screen flickers or stripes appear

Reason: Incompatibility between the screen refresh rate and the signal source.

Decision:

• On TV: set a fixed frequency (Settings) → Display. → Frequency of update → 60 Hz).
• On a smartphone: turn off the adaptive frequency in Settings → Display. → Screen refresh rate.

⚠️ Note: If you have manipulated the engineering menu or ADB the device has stopped responding to commands, perform a reset to factory settings through Restore Mode (press Power) + Volume Up when switched on).

Alternative methods: third-party applications and custom firmware

If standard methods do not work, you can use third-party tools.

For smartphones:

• 📱 Nacho Notch: Hiding the cutout under the front camera, creating the illusion of a frameless screen. MIUI 12+.

For TVs:

• 📺 TV Bro (an Android app) TV): allows you to fine-tune the scale of the image.

Instructions for installation of Nacho Notch:

1. Launch the application and select Hide Notch.

To install custom firmware Xiaomi.EU:

1. Unlock the bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Xiaomi account and wait 7-15 days).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model.
3. Fastboot or TWRP to run the firmware.

⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware will void warranty and may result in a device "brick." Before the procedure, back up your data via Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

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Third-party frameless applications may conflict with system updates. MIUI They'll have to re-configure.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions