The screen-turning feature on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is a useful feature for watching videos or games, but it is not always convenient. Unexpected screen flipping when reading in bed or scrolling through social media feed annoys many users. Fortunately, you can turn off auto-turning in several ways, from standard settings to hidden MIUI features.
In this article, you will find 5 proven methods to turn off auto-rotation, including instructions for old and new versions of firmware, we will also discuss why the function can spontaneously turn on and how to prevent it. If you are tired of constantly “swimming” the screen, read on.
1. Standard shutdown via notification panel
The fastest way to block a turn is to use the Quick Settings Panel, which works on all Redmi models (from Redmi 4X to Redmi Note 13 Pro+) and does not require a deep knowledge of the system.
To turn off the auto turn:
- Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
- Find the Autoporot icon (usually a circular-arrow phone).
- Slip on it - the icon will go out, and the function will turn off.
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 14+ The icon may be hidden under the "More" button (three dots). If you can't find it, swipe down twice to open the full panel.
This method is temporary: the next time the screen is turned on or the autorotation reboots, the autorotation can be activated again.
2. Complete shutdown in system settings
If you need to permanently turn off autorotation, including automatic activations when running certain applications, use system settings. This method ensures that the function does not activate spontaneously.
Instructions:
- Open the settings (cog icon).
- Go to the section Additional → Special facilities.
- Select Screen Autoturn.
- Move the slider to the "off" position.
The MIUI 13/14 may be different:
- 📱 Settings → Screen. → Crash-turn
- 🔄 Settings → System system → Gestures → Automotive (on some models)
⚠️ Warning: Once you turn off the settings, the icon on the notification panel will be inactive. To return it to work, you will have to turn on autorotation again in the Special Options menu.
☑️ Checking the turn-off
3. Disconnection for individual applications
Some programs (e.g. YouTube or TikTok) force autorotate, ignoring system settings. To block a turn only for them, use the "Fix orientation" function in MIUI.
How to do this:
- Open the desired application (for example, a YouTube video).
- Swipe down for the notification panel.
- Hold the icon "Turn" with your finger for 2-3 seconds.
- In the menu that appears, select Set the orientation.
Now the screen won't turn, even if the app requests a change of orientation. To remove the fix, repeat the action and select Allow Autoturn.
💡 Useful advice: On Redmi with MIUI 12.5+ You can configure exceptions for applications in the Settings menu → Annexes → Permits → It's a list of programs that are allowed to ignore the lockdown.
Why does the auto turn on itself?
4.Use of gestures and hidden functions
Xiaomi is adding hidden gestures to its smartphones that allow you to control auto-turn without going into the settings, one of which is “Double-touch to block orientation.”
How to activate:
- Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Gestures.
- Find the option “Orientation Lock” (or “Screen Fixing”).
- Turn on the option and select a gesture (usually double tapping on the bottom of the screen).
Now, to block the autorotation at any moment, you just need to tap the bottom of the display twice, and the gesture works even in games and full-screen applications.
⚠️ Attention: Redmi with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Redmi) K50 or Note 12 Pro+) The gesture may conflict with the Always On Display function. If the lock fails, turn off. AOD screen-setting.
| Model Redmi | Supported gestures | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi 9/10 | Double touch, swipe down. | It only works in portrait orientation. |
| Redmi Note 11/12 | Double touch, hold the power button | It's a conflict with Game Turbo. |
| Redmi K40/K50 | Triple touch, pinch gesture | Requires activation in Settings → Screen |
| Redmi 8/8A | Only a standard shutdown. | No gestures on MIUI 11 or below |
5. Disconnection via ADB (for power users)
If standard methods do not help (for example, on custom firmware), you can turn off autoturn through the ADB-This method requires a computer connection and basic knowledge of working with Android Debug Bridge.
Step-by-step:
- Turn on Developer Mode (7 times tap the Build Number in Settings → About Phone).
- Activate Debugging by USB in the developer menu.
- Connect Redmi to your PC and open the command line (or Terminal on Mac/Linux).
- Enter the command: adb shell settings put system accelerometer_rotation 0
- Reboot your smartphone.
To return the autoturn, use the same command, replacing 0 with 1.
⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Do not change other parameters unless you are sure of their purpose.
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Before working with ADB, back up your data through Settings → Additional → Backup. This will help you recover the system from errors.
What to do if the car does not turn off?
Sometimes, even after all the manipulations, the screen keeps turning.
- 🔧 Sensor failure: Reboot your phone or calibrate the sensors through the engineering menu (#6484##).
- 📱 Application Conflict: Check if autorotation is enabled in the settings of a particular software (for example, in Google Chrome or Google Chrome). VLC).
- 🔄 Update of the firmware: On some versions MIUI (For example, 13.0.4) has autorotating bugs. Update the software via Settings. → Updating the system.
- 🛠️ Hardware problem: If the gyroscope sensor is damaged, the screen will rotate randomly, in which case only repairs will help.
If the problem persists, try resetting to factory settings (Settings → Additional → Resetting), but don’t forget to back up your data!
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On Redmi with MIUI 14 and later, autorotation can be controlled by artificial intelligence. To turn off smart rotation, go to Settings → AI and functions → Autorotation by context and deactivate the option.