Autoturn screen on Xiaomi: where to find the setting and how to set up

Have you ever tried to watch a video on Xiaomi horizontally, but the screen persisted in staying vertical? Or vice versa — the game automatically flipped when you didn't need it? The problem lies in the settings of the autorotation of the screen, which are sometimes hidden on the MIUI firmware in an unobvious way. In this article, we will not just show where Xiaomi is the autorotation of the screen, but also analyze the nuances of its operation on various models, from the budget Redmi to the flagship Xiaomi 14.

We warn you right away that the location of the option may vary depending on the MIUI version (12, 13 or 14) and the Android shell (11, 12, 13 or 14). For example, on POCO F5, the path to settings will be one, and on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, a little different. We have collected current data for June 2026, including changes after the last system updates. If your model is released before 2020, check the section on outdated versions - there are separate instructions.

Where is the screen autoturn in the standard menu Xiaomi

On most modern Xiaomi smartphones (2021-2026), the auto-rotation option is hidden in quick settings or in the display menu.

Method 1. Through the notification panel (fastest)

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Swipe down again to turn the full panel around.
3. Find the Autoporot icon (usually depicted by a circular-arrow phone) and if it's not there, click on the pencil (Edit) and add it to the active buttons.
4. Tap the icon to turn on or off the function.

Method 2. Through system settings

• 📱 Open the Settings app (cog on the desktop).
• 🔍 Go to the Display section (sometimes called the Screen).
• 🔄 Scroll down and find the item “Autoturn” or “Automatic Screen Turn».
• ☑️ Activate the switch if it is turned off.

On some models (such as Xiaomi 13T or Redmi K60), the path may be slightly different: Settings → System → Additional → Autoturn. If you don’t find it, search for settings (the magnifier icon at the top of the screen) and type in the “turn” request.

Why the autoturn doesn’t work even after switching on

You've turned on the function, but the screen still doesn't turn? There are several reasons, and most of them are easy to fix:

Especially often problems arise after MIUI updates. For example, in the version of MIUI 14.0.4 for Redmi Note 12 there was a bug that caused autorotation to turn off on its own when the screen is locked. If you encounter such, check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.

⚠️ Attention: On Android devices 12+ and MIUI 13/14 You may need additional resolution for the sensors. → Confidentiality → Permits → Sensors and make sure that access to the gyroscope is allowed for the system.

How to turn on the auto-turn on old Xiaomi models (until 2020)

If you have a Redmi 4X, Xiaomi Mi A1/A2 or another model on MIUI 10/11, the path to settings will be different.

• 📱 MIUI 10/11: Settings → Screen. → Autoturn (sometimes called Automatic Turning»).
• 🤖 Android One (Mi A1/A2/A3): Settings → System system → Gestures → Screen reversal.
• 🔧 If you don’t have an option: Try updating your firmware or installing a third-party app like Rotation Control from Google Play.

On very old devices (such as Redmi 3S or Mi 5), you may need to activate the developer mode to unlock additional turn settings.

Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times in a row)

After that, the Settings menu → Additional item “For developers” will appear, where you can manually adjust the behavior of sensors.

Hidden settings of the autoturn: the developer mode and ADB-team

For advanced users who need to fine-tune auto-turn behavior, there are hidden options in the developer and ADB team menus.

• 🔄 Make the screen turn even in apps where it is blocked (like YouTube or Chrome).
• 📱 Turn off autorotation only for certain applications.
• ⚡ Accelerate sensor response to the turn.

To access these settings:

1. Activate the Developer Mode (as described above).
2. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find options: Force Auto-Rotate - forced rotation in all applications. Disable Auto-Rotate for Launcher - turns off the turn on the home screen. Sensor Rate - frequency of sensor survey (increasing the value accelerates the reaction).

For experienced users, there are ADB-commands that allow you to control a turn through a computer, for example, to force you to turn on a turn:

adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/system --bind name:s:accelerometer_rotation --bind value:i:1

And to turn it off:

adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/system --bind name:s:accelerometer_rotation --bind value:i:0

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB This can cause system failures. Before experimenting, back up your data through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

Make sure that the sensors are working correctly:

1. Install the Sensor Test app from Google Play

2. Check the Accelerometer and Gyroscope

3. Turn the phone - values should change smoothly

4.If the data is not updated, the sensor is defective (repair required)

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Autoturn on Xiaomi tablets (Pad 5/6) and Mi TVs

On Xiaomi Pad 5, Pad 6 and other tablets, the logic of auto-turning is different from smartphones, where the feature most often works by default, but it can be customized to specific scenarios:

• 📺 For all applications: Settings → Screen. → Autoturn (turn on or off globally).
• 🎮 For games only: In Game Turbo (Settings) → Special facilities → Game Turbo: You can set a forced turn for running games.
• 📚 Read: In the Mi Reader or Google Play app, autoturn books are blocked automatically - this is normal behavior.

On Mi TVs (e.g., Mi TV Q2 2026), the screen autorotates are not available by default, as the device is designed for stationary use. However, if you connect the TV to a rotating holder (e.g., in the kitchen), you can emulate the function through:

• 🔧 Image settings: Settings → Image: → Screen rotation (not available on all models).
• 🎛️ Third-party firmware: For example, ATV Customizer for Android TV allows you to forcibly rotate the interface.

Applications for advanced auto-turn control

If the standard settings MIUI Not enough, you can install third-party utilities.-3 tested applications:

Before installing, check compatibility with your version. MIUI. Some applications (e.g. Ultimate Rotation Control) require developer mode enabled and permission to use the software. ADB-full-time.

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If the autorotation is triggered by accident (e.g. when you lie on your side), reduce sensor sensitivity in Settings → Special features → Autorotation sensitivity. On POCO F4 GT and similar gaming smartphones, this setting can be configured separately for games and the usual interface.

Frequent questions and decisions

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If the autorotation doesn’t work after the MIUI update, try to clear the system cache first (Settings → Storage → Clear cache). 80% of the time, this solves the problem without resetting the settings.