Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro with its MIUI branded shell offers users a lot of visual chips, but one of them - automatic wallpaper carousel - often annoys owners. The system itself changes the background of the desktop, uploading images from the gallery, thematic collections or even banner ads (in some regions). If you are tired of constantly changing pictures, this article we close the question once and for all.
Unlike the newer Xiaomi models, where the feature is hidden deeper in the settings, Redmi 8 Pro (issued in 2019 year-round MIUI 11/12) It allows you to disable the carousel in several ways - from standard options to ADB-We tested all methods on current firmware (including MIUI 14 They were then put together in a single guide with step-by-step screenshots and warnings about possible pitfalls.
Important: some methods require developer rights or third-party utilities to be installed. If you are not ready for experimentation, use the first method (the safest one). For those who want to completely remove the system application Wallpaper (com.miui.miwallpaper), we have prepared a separate section with risks and consequences.
Why does the wallpaper carousel turn on on itself?
Automatic background changes to Redmi 8 Pro are activated for several reasons, and understanding them will help avoid re-enabled features:
- 🔄 Update MIUI: After installing a new firmware version, the system can reset wallpaper settings to factory ones (especially if you used informal builds).
- 📱 Theme Packs: Installing themes from the Mi Theme Store sometimes automatically includes dynamic wallpaper, even if you didn’t choose them.
- ☁️ Sync with Mi Account: When you restore settings from the cloud, the carousel can also return (if it was active on the previous device).
- 🤖 System apps: Services like Mi Video or Mi Browser sometimes change wallpaper to promote content.
In practice, most often the problem occurs after updates. For example, the transition from MIUI 12.5 to MIUI 13 for the Redmi 8 Pro in 2023 massively reset the custom wallpaper settings. To avoid this, before updating the firmware, we recommend backing up the current settings through Settings → About Phone → Backup.
⚠️ Note: If the carousel appeared after installing a third-party theme, first try to return the standard theme. → Topics → My themes and select the default option, which solves the problem 30 percent of the time without any further manipulation.
Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings
The simplest and most secure method that works on all versions of MIUI for Redmi 8 Pro (including MIUI 14) is suitable for users who do not want to go into technical details:
- Open the settings (cog icon on the desktop).
- Go to Wallpaper (or Lock Screen and Wallpaper in new versions).
- Select Desktop Wallpaper.
- Scroll down to the wallpaper carousel block and move the slider to the off position.
- Confirm the action by pressing Ready.
If the wallpaper carousel item is not on the menu, then the function is disabled at the firmware level (this happens in custom assemblies), in which case, try an alternative way:
- 📌 Hold your finger on an empty space on your desk. → pick Wallpaper.
- 🔍 In the upper right corner, press three dots. → Settings.
- ⚙️ Find the option Automatic wallpaper change and deactivate it.
Check for MIUI updates in Settings → About the phone
Remove the Wallpaper app cache in Settings → Apps → Application Management
Restart the device after the changes
Try changing the theme to standard-->
On some firmware (e.g. MIUI 12.0.3 for the Redmi 8 Pro), the option is hidden behind an optional menu. If you can't see the slider, try:
Settings → Lock screen → Additional settings → Change wallpaper⚠️ Note: After turning off the carousel through the settings, the system may suggest setting a static background. If you select an image from the gallery, make sure it is saved in the folder DCIM/Wallpapers — This will reduce the risk of resetting the next update.
Method 2: Using ADB to Deep Shut Down
If the standard method didn't work, you could use ADB, the Android Debug Bridge debugging tool, which is suitable for users who are willing to connect their smartphone to a computer, and the advantage of this method is that it turns off the carousel at the system level, which prevents it from turning on spontaneously.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS
- 📱 USB-cable (original for stable connection)
- 🔧 Installed Xiaomi drivers and package ADB Tools
Step-by-step:
- Activate Developer Mode on Redmi 8 Pro: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times)
- Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
- Connect your phone to your PC and select File Transfer (MTP) mode.
- Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) and type: adb devices Make sure the device is identified (serial number should appear).
- Execute the command to disable the carousel: adb shell settings put global wallpaper_crop_and_set 0
- Reset the device.
To completely remove the function (if it is integrated into the com.miui.miwallpaper system application), use the command:
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.miwallpaper| ADB Team Team | The effect | Reversibility |
|---|---|---|
| settings put global wallpaper_crop_and_set 0 | Turns off automatic pruning and wallpaper change | Yes (Settings put global team) wallpaper_crop_and_set 1) |
| pm disable-user com.miui.miwallpaper | Disables the system application "Wallpaper" | Yes (pm enable com.miui.miwallpaper team) |
| pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.miwallpaper | Remove the application for the current user | Partially (requires reinstallation via ADB) |
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Before execution ADB-Create a recovery point in the TWRP (If you have custom Recovery installed, it will allow you to roll back changes if something goes wrong.
⚠️ Note: Disabling the com.miui.miwallpaper system application may make it impossible to change the wallpaper through the standard menu, in which case you will have to use third-party applications like Wallpaper Engine or Zedge to change the background.
Method 3: Third-party applications for wallpaper management
If the first two methods didn’t work or you don’t want to mess with the settings, you can install an alternative wallpaper management app, which not only disables the carousel, but also offers advanced features (such as live wallpaper or background change schedules).
The best options for the Redmi 8 Pro:
- 🎨 Wallpaper Engine (paid but with free trial period) – supports animated wallpaper and manual change control.
- 🖼️ Zedge (free) – a large base of static and dynamic wallpaper without automatic rotation.
- 🔄 Muzei (open source) – allows you to configure wallpaper sources (including Google Photos) and change interval.
- 🚫 Wallpaper Changer – specializes in disabling system carousels (requires root rights for full functionality).
Instructions for setting up (on the example of Muzei):
- Install the app from Google Play.
- Open Muzei and select the source of the wallpaper (e.g. Local Images).
- In the application settings, turn off the automatic change option.
- Install Muzei as the default wallpaper app (the system will prompt you to do this when you first start).
The advantage of this method is that even if MIUI tries to return the carousel after the upgrade, a third-party application will block it from working, but note that some utilities (such as the Wallpaper Engine) can drain the battery faster due to background activity.
Through the standard MIUI settings
With help. ADB-team
Installed a third-party app
I'm fine with the carousel.
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What if the carousel returns after the update?
The problem of re-energizing the carousel after the MIUI update is one of the most common, because the system resets some settings to factory settings when you install a new firmware.
- Turn off automatic MIUI update: Settings → About Phone → System Update → Three Points → Settings → Auto Update (off)
- Create a backup of settings through Settings → Additional → Backup (select System Settings).
- Use Magisk modules (root required): - Install MIUI Optimizations Disabler module via Magisk Manager. - It blocks many MIUI "chips", including forced wallpaper change.
If the carousel did come back,
- 🔄 Repeat Method 1 or Method 2 (through the ADB).
- 📵 Check if a new theme is installed from the Mi Theme Store – some themes activate dynamic wallpaper.
- 🔧 Reset the Wallpaper app settings through Settings → Annexes → Application management → Wallpaper. → Warehouse → Clear the data.
Why is MIUI so insistent on bringing back the carousel?
Removal of the system application "Wallpaper" (for advanced)
If you're willing to take drastic measures, you can completely remove the system application responsible for the carousel, which requires an unlocked bootloader and superuser rights (root), without which deleting it will lead to system errors.
Step-by-step:
- Install Magisk and get root access.
- Download a root-enabled file manager (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
- Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiWallpaper or /system/app/MiuiWallpaper
- Remove the MiuiWallpaper folder or rename it to MiuiWallpaper_bak.
- Reset the device.
Alternative method (via ADB root):
adb shell
su
mount -o rw,remount /system
rm -rf /system/priv-app/MiuiWallpaper
mount -o ro,remount /system
reboot| Deleting method | Root is required. | Risks. | Recovery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rename the folder | Yes. | Low (can be returned back) | Return the original folder name |
| Removal via ADB | Yes. | Medium (possible errors during the update) | Restore from the backup or sew stock firmware |
| Magisk module (e.g. MIUI Debloater) | Yes. | Low (easily rolled back) | Remove the module in Magisk |
⚠️ Note: Removal of the MiuiWallpaper system application may result in: Inability to change wallpaper through the standard menu (third-party utilities will be required). MIUI (The system can restore deleted files. / Problems with the work of the themes from the Mi Theme Store (some elements may not display correctly); We recommend that you create a full backup before deleting it. TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery.
Frequent mistakes and their solutions
When you turn off the wallpaper carousel on the Redmi 8 Pro, you'll find typical problems, and we've collected some of the most common ones and ways to fix them:
- 🔙 Carousel returns after reboot: → Check if sync with Mi Account is enabled (Settings) → Accounts. → Mi Account → Synchronization). → Remove the cache of the Wallpaper application (Settings) → Annexes → Wallpaper. → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
- ⚙️ No "carousel wallpaper" item in the settings: → Update the firmware to the latest version (in old builds) MIUI option may not be available). → Try changing the region to India or Russia in Settings → Additionally. → Region – in some regions, the function is hidden.
- 📵 ADB can't see the device: → Install official Xiaomi drivers from the site mi.com. → Turn on Debugging. USB (security parameters in the developer settings. → Try another one. USB-cable (original from Xiaomi).
- 🔒 You cannot remove the system application: → Unlock the bootloader via the Mi Unlock Tool (up to 72 hours). → Install custom recovery (TWRP) Get root access through Magisk.
If none of the methods worked, check if remote management software is installed on your device (for example, enterprise software). MDM-Some device control applications block system settings. To check for this, go to Settings. → Annexes → Special rights → Device administrators and disable suspicious programs.
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The most reliable way is to combine standard shutdown via settings + block MIUI updates, which prevents the carousel from spontaneously returning in 95% of cases.