How to change the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: from wallpaper to hidden MIUI features

The lock screen of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 is not just a protective barrier, but the first thing you see when you turn on a smartphone, it depends on its design not only aesthetic perception, but also usability. Many users do not even realize that the standard MIUI settings allow you to radically transform this screen from changing the wallpaper to adding weather widgets, notifications and quick actions.

In this article, we will analyze all available methods of customization - from the basic (built-in tools Redmi Note). 10) to advanced (third-party applications and hidden firmware functions). MIUI 12/13/14, Because the interface and the capabilities may be different, and if you want to make your smartphone unique or you're just tired of the standard look, read on.

How to change the lock screen: a review of the possibilities

On the Redmi Note 10, there are several methods for adjusting the lock screen, which can be divided into three categories:

• 🎨 Standard settings MIUI — Change wallpaper, change watch styles, add a signature, no superuser rights, and works on any version of firmware.
• 🔧 Hidden features – activating alternative styles through Settings → Lock screen → Additional (not available in all regions).
• 📱 Third-party applications – complete customization with the help of KLCK, Always On Display or Lock Screen Customizer. Requires unlocking the bootloader on some versions MIUI.

It is important to understand that the features depend on the MIUI version and regional firmware. For example, the global version of MIUI 14 for the Redmi Note 10 does not have the "Always On Display" (AOD) feature that is available in Chinese firmware, and some options can be blocked by the carrier if the smartphone is purchased in conjunction with the tariff.

Method 1: Change wallpaper through standard settings

The easiest way to refresh the lock screen is to change the background image, which is done in MIUI in a few taps:

1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
2. Select the wallpaper of the lock screen.
3. Click Change Wallpaper and select the source: 🖼️ Gallery - any of your photos. 🌄 Topics – Xiaomi Wallpaper Collection (requires Internet connection). 🎨 Colors - gradient or monotonous background.

Apply

Note that if you select wallpaper from the Topics section, the system can automatically apply it to the home screen, and to avoid this, uncheck the Apply on both screens at the bottom of the preview window.

Backup your current wallpaper (they are saved in the MIUI/Wallpaper folder)

Check the resolution of the new image (recommended 1080×2400 for Redmi Note 10)

Turn off mobile internet if you use themes (saves traffic)

Restart your phone after use (sometimes the wallpaper is not displayed correctly without restarting)-->

Important: if after changing the wallpaper, the lock screen began to slow down, try using an image with a resolution not higher than 2K. MIUI caches the wallpaper, and too heavy files can cause lags.

Method 2: Setting the style of watches and widgets

MIUI 13/14 has several display styles for time, date and widgets on the Redmi Note 10 to change:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen → Watch style.
2. Choose one of the proposed options: ⏰ Digital – Classical format (12:30). ⏱️ Analogues - dial with arrows. 📅 Minimalist – only clocks with no date. 🌡️ With weather – temperature and weather icon next to time.

Additional settings

Some firmwares have a hidden Dynamic Clock mode, where time is displayed with animations (such as sand in an hourglass or moving gears) to activate it:

Settings → Lock screen → Watch style → Press 5 times on current style

If this method didn’t work, your version of MIUI doesn’t support dynamic watches, and the alternative is to install the theme with an animated watch from the MIUI Theme Store.

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To ensure that the clock on the lock screen always displays in 24-hour format, go to Settings → Additional → Date and Time → Time format and select 24 hours.

Method 3: Adding signature and contact information

You can put a text signature on the lock screen, which is convenient if the phone often falls into the hands of other people (for example, at work or in the family).

1. Open Settings → Lock screen → Lock screen Signature.
2. Enter any text (up to 50 characters: 📞 "Return to number. +7..." ⚠️ "Personal data, don't touch it!" 💼 "Ivan's work phone"

Set up the font, color and position of the text.

You can also add emergency contact information in this section, which will be displayed even on a locked screen and available for unblocked calls:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen → Information for emergencies.
2. Add your name and phone number (e.g., "Wife: +79...").
3. Activate the option to Show on the lock screen.

Another thing that's really useful is the Pocket Detector mode, which prevents accidental touch when the phone is in your pocket or your bag, so you can turn it on.

Settings → Lock screen → Pocket detector → Enable

This mode automatically locks the screen if sensors detect that the device is in a dark space (such as a pocket), useful if you have a sensitive screen and often false positives occur.

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Hidden MIUI features may vary depending on the regional firmware. If a particular item is missing from your settings, try changing the region through Settings → Additional → Region (reboots required).

Problem Solving: What to Do When the Lock screen is Unchanged

Sometimes, after changing the settings, the lock screen stays the same or doesn't work properly. Here are the typical problems and their solutions:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the lock screen settings:

Settings → System → Resetting settings → Resetting the lock screen settings

⚠️ Warning: After resetting, all your wallpaper, watch styles and signatures will be deleted.We recommend taking a screenshot of the current lock screen to restore settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up the lock screen