Flashlight on Xiaomi: how to turn on, configure and fix problems

Flashlight on smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO — One of those features that seems simple at first glance, and it actually has hidden settings, modes of operation, and even problems that users face, and in this article, we'll look at not only the basic ways to turn on, but also the advanced tricks: from changing brightness to restoring the flashlight after failure.

Many Xiaomi owners do not even realize that the flashlight can be customized to suit their needs, for example, to make it brighter in the dark or add quick access to the lock screen. MIUI. We have gathered all the relevant solutions and life hacks in one place.

Important: the instructions in the article are tested on models from 2020-2026 (from Redmi Note 9 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra), but most methods are universal for older devices. LED-flash).

Basic ways to turn on a flashlight

The most obvious way is to use the Quick Settings Panel.

• 📱 Swipe down the screen to open the notification curtain.
• 🔦 Find the flashlight icon (usually in the front row) and tap it.
• 🔄 To turn off, re-click on the icon.

If the flashlight icon is not in the curtain, it can be added manually:

1. Open the curtain and tap the badge. ⚙️ ("Edit").
2. Find the flashlight on the list and drag it to the active area.
3. Save the changes.

In some models (for example, POCO F5 or Redmi K60) You can turn on the flashlight by double pressing the power button:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Double press of the power button.
2. Select the flashlight option.
3. Activate the switch.

Brightness and operating mode settings

Unlike the iPhone, where the flashlight is fixed brightness, Xiaomi can adjust it. Here's how to do it:

🔹 Method 1: through camera settings (works on most dual-models) LED-flash):

• 📸 Open the standard Camera app.
• 🔦 Switch to the flashlight mode (the icon in the form of a flashlight in the upper menu).
• 🌓 Use the brightness slider that will appear on the screen.

🔹 Method 2: through the Engineering Menu (for advanced users):

1. Enter the code ##36446337## (engineering menu will open).
2. Go to the Hardware Testing section → LED.
3. Select Flashlight and adjust Current Level settings (from 1 to 255).

⚠️ Warning: changing the parameters in the engineering menu can lead to unstable operation of the flashlight. LED-diode.

Some flagship models (such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro or Mix Fold 3) have a strobe mode (flashing light) to activate:

1. Hold the flashlight icon in the quick settings panel for 2-3 seconds.
2. In the menu that appears, select "Stroboscope".
3. Adjust the flicker frequency (available 3-5 preset modes).

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If the flashlight is too dim, make sure it's covered with a protective film or a cover, and even thin glass can reduce brightness by 30 to 40 percent.

Quick access to the flashlight

To speed up the flashlight, you can add it to the lock screen or create a widget on the desktop.

🔹 Addition to the lock screen:

• 🔒 Go to Settings. → Lock screen → Labels.
• 🔦 Select "Lightlight" from the list of available options.
• 📱 Now, when the screen is blocked, swipe down - a flashlight icon will appear.

🔹 Creating a widget:

1. Press and hold the empty space on the desktop.
2. Select "Widgets" → Find the "Lightlight" (or "Tools").
3. Drag the widget onto the screen and adjust its size.

For owners. POCO and Redmi with MIUI 14+ The "Gestural Light" function is available":

• 👆 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Gestures.
• 🔦 Turn on the option "Shock for flashlight".
• 📱 Now it is enough to shake the phone to turn on / off the lights.

Troubleshooting: The flashlight doesn't work

If the flashlight stops turning on, it can be both software and hardware.

🔹 Permit verification:

• 🛠️ Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 Find the flashlight in the list and check if camera and flashlight permissions are included.
• 🔄 Restart your phone after changing permissions.

🔹 Resetting camera settings:

1. Open the settings → Applications → Camera.
2. Click on "Storage" → "Clear Cache" and "Clear Data".
3. Reset the device.

🔹 Checking hardware malfunctions:

• 🔦 Try turning on the flashlight through another app (like Flashlight from Google Play.
• 📸 Check if the flash is in camera mode, and if it's not, you might have a contact break or a failure. LED-diode.
• 🛠️ If the phone fell, the flash plume might have gone off, and that's where you need to disassemble the device.

⚠️ Warning: If the flashlight flashes or works intermittently, this may indicate problems with the power controller LED-In 80 percent of cases, it's a hardware malfunction, and self-repair without experience can damage the motherboard.

Advanced Features: Automatic Including and Integration with a Smart Home

On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 13+ You can set the flashlight to automatically turn on in certain situations:

🔹 Scheduled:

• 🕒 Use the Automate or Tasker app to create a task.
• 🔦 Set the trigger by time (for example, from 20:00 to 6:00).
• 📱 Add the "Switch on the flashlight" action (rights will be required) ADB).

🔹 On incoming call:

1. Install the Flash On Call app from Google Play.
2. Set the flashlight to incoming calls and notifications.
3. Choose the color of the flash (if supported by your model).

🔹 Integration with Mi Home:

If you have Xiaomi Smart Home devices, the flashlight can be linked to other gadgets:

• 🏠 In the Mi Home app, create a script.
• 🔦 Select a trigger (e.g., motion on the Xiaomi Home Security Camera).
• 📱 Add the “Enable flashlight on your phone” action (you will need Xiaomi Account and device sync).

For owners. POCO F4 GT Or Black Shark, you can use the "Game Lantern" feature, which is a light indication of notifications during the game, to activate it:

1. Open Settings → Special features → Game settings.
2. Turn on the "Lighting Indication" option.
3. Choose the color and frequency of the blink.

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Automatic flashlight activation via Tasker requires superuser (root) rights or ADB-Without them, the functionality will be limited.

Saving battery power when using a flashlight

The flashlight on Xiaomi consumes between 50 and 200 mAh depending on the model and brightness.

🔹 Limit your work hours:

• ⏱️ Use a timer in apps like Flashlight Timer.
• 🔋 Set automatic shutdown after 1-2 minutes of inactivity.

🔹 Reduce the brightness:

• 🌓 In the engineering menu (#36446337##) reduce the Current Level to 100-150.
• 🔦 In camera mode, use minimum brightness (slider to the left).

🔹 Turn off background processes:

Before long-term use of the flashlight:

1. Close all applications through the multitasking menu.
2. Activate the "charge saving" mode in the battery settings.
3. Turn off your mobile data and Wi-Fi if you don’t need it.

⚠️ Warning: When the battery is below 15%, the flashlight can automatically turn off, which is a full discharge protection. AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 13) flashlight brightness decreases at low charge to save energy.

Hidden flashlight features on Xiaomi

Few people know, but the flashlight on Xiaomi can be used for more than just lighting. Here are some non-obvious uses:

🔹 Morse code:

• 💡 Morse Flashlight can send messages with light.
• 📡 Useful in emergency situations (for example, if there is no network).

🔹 Stroboscope for photography:

• 📸 In strobe mode, the flashlight can be used as an external flash for the camera.
• 🔦 The frequency of 10-15 Hz is optimal for shooting moving objects.

🔹 Authentication of banknotes:

LED-The flash on Xiaomi emits ultraviolet light, which is suitable for checking the security tags on the bills:

1. Place the banknote under the flashlight at a distance of 2-3 cm.
2. Cover the phone with a dark cloth, leaving only a slit for light.
3. The protective fibers should be green or red.

🔹 Signal. SOS:

In the models with MIUI 14 integrated emergency signal function:

• 🆘 Three times quickly press the power button.
• 🔦 The flashlight will start to blink at intervals of 3 short + 3 long signals (SOS).
• 📢 The sound signal will be played at the same time.

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To prevent the flashlight from heating the case, do not use it continuously for more than 20 minutes. LED-The diode can reduce its life by 30%.

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