How to turn off the Xiaomi stamp in the photo: Guide to MIUI and HyperOS

Smartphone owners often face an intrusive watermark that automatically appears on every shot taken, a feature introduced by Xiaomi developers to promote the brand, but for many users it becomes an annoying factor that spoils the composition of the frame, especially the presence of the logo in photos with landscapes or portraits, where every detail of the image is important.

Fortunately, MIUI software and the new HyperOS shell provide flexible tools to manage this setting, so you don't have to be an expert in mobile photography or have super-user rights to change the default settings, just know which menu section is where the switch is hiding.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to remove the brand of your phone from your pictures. We will look at standard methods through the settings of the application, the features of working in different versions of the firmware, and also touch on the issues of editing already finished photos. Follow the instructions to keep your frames clean and professional.

Why Xiaomi is adding watermarks to photos

The appearance of a logo in photos is not a random error or a system bug, but a deliberate marketing ploy.The company aims to ensure that every user sharing pictures on social networks implicitly advertises the device for which they were taken, which creates the effect of word of mouth and increases brand awareness among a wide audience.

However, for mobile photography enthusiasts, the presence of extraneous elements in the image is often unacceptable. The composition of the frame can be disturbed if the stamp covers important details or simply visually “junk” in the corner. In addition, many users prefer to add their own watermarks with a date, time or author’s name, which conflicts with the standard labeling of the manufacturer.

It’s worth noting that in some shooting modes, such as using artificial intelligence or special filters, the system can force the device model information to be added, and understanding the logic of how algorithms work helps to find a way to turn off this feature or bypass the system’s limitations more quickly.

⚠️ Note: In some global firmware versions or when using beta versions MIUI The location of the settings may vary slightly. If you do not find the item described below, check for updates to the Camera app in the GetApps store or Google Play store.

Standard way to disable via camera settings

The easiest and most correct method of removing the brand is to use the built-in functionality of the application. You do not need to install third-party software or complex manipulation of system files. Everything you need is already in the settings menu of the Camera application itself, which is preinstalled on every Xiaomi, Redmi or Poco device.

To start, open the app and go to the photo mode. In the upper right corner of the screen, you'll see an icon with three horizontal bars, which is the optional menu button. When you click on it, select Settings (usually indicated by a gear), and that's where all the camera module settings are concentrated.

In the options list that opens, you need to scroll down to the About Watermarks or Watermarks section. Depending on the translation version and regional features, the name may vary, but the meaning remains the same. Inside, you will see a switch responsible for adding the device logo to the pictures.

☑️ Verification of watermark settings

Open the Camera appPress three stripes in the cornerSelect SettingsFind the Watermarks sectionTurn off the switch.

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Once you put the switchboard inactive, the system will stop stamping new photos, the changes will take effect instantly, the device will not need to restart, and you can now take test shots to make sure the logo doesn't show up again.

Features of settings in MIUI 14 and HyperOS

With the release of new versions of the operating system, the interface and logic of settings can change. In the shell of MIUI 14 and the new HyperOS, developers have combined some parameters to make watermark management more flexible, and now the user can choose what information to display in the photo.

In current versions of the software, watermark menus often have separate switches for different types of markings, you can separately disable the logo of the phone model, as well as the stamp with shooting parameters (surveillance, ISO, focal length) if it is on, which allows you to leave only the necessary information or remove everything unnecessary completely.

The new firmware also allows you to customize watermarks for different shooting modes, for example, in Portrait or Night mode, settings can be applied individually. If you switched to HyperOS and can't find the old switch, check the watermark section carefully - there may be a drop-down list or a detailed menu with checkboxes.

System version	Location of settings	Type of marking	Possibility of customization
MIUI 12/13	Settings → Watermarks	Model phone	Only on/off
MIUI 14	Settings → On watermarks	Model + Parameters	Separate administration
HyperOS	Settings → Watermarks	Model, Time, Place.	Expanded
Android One	Settings → Additional	Depends on the version.	Limited.

How to remove the stamp from already ready photos

If you forgot to disable the watermark beforehand and you already have a gallery of images with the logo, don't despair. You can remove the label from the finished file, although it will take a little more effort than just changing the setting. Standard system tools here may not help, since they are not designed to be retouched.

Xiaomi's built-in gallery editor has a "Magic" or "Lastik" feature that allows you to remove small objects. Open a photo, click "Edit", select the object removal tool and gently paint over the area with the logo. Artificial intelligence algorithms will try to restore the background, but the result depends on the complexity of the image.

For better results, it's better to use specialized applications like TouchRetouch, Snapseed, or Adobe Lightroom, which have powerful cloning and brush tools that allow you to remove the inscription with virtually no trace, especially if the stamp covers important details of the frame.

Why can't you just cut the photo?

Trimming (crop) is the easiest way to get rid of the logo, but it leads to loss of part of the image and lower resolution. If it is important to preserve the composition and quality of the original file, it is better to use retouching tools that remove the object, filling the void with the surrounding background.> It is worth remembering that removing a watermark from someone else's photos for commercial use can violate copyright. Use these methods only for personal archives and processing your own photos. Hid features and additional parameters In addition to the standard logo, Xiaomi camera can add other information. In watermark settings, you can often find options for travel, and even in the most often these photos are useful for the time. Some models, especially the flagship Xiaomi 13/14 or Mix series, have exclusive watermarks developed in collaboration with Leica. They have a special font style and layout. They turn off there, in the general watermark menu, but may require a separate switch if Leica mode is activated. There is also the possibility of adding custom text instead of the standard logo, although this feature is not available in all regions. If you have a user watermark item on your menu, you can put your name, nickname, or any other phrase that will show up on the Leica mode. First of all, try to clear the Camera app cache. To do this, go to Settings. → Annexes → All applications → Camera. → Memory and click Clear Cache. If clearing the cache didn't help, check if any third-party camera plugin or theme that forcibly adds its elements to the image is activated. Changing the theme to the standard often solves the problem of intrusive interface elements that overlap the viewfinder or add unnecessary stamps. ⚠️ Note: If you use third-party camera apps (such as Open Camera or GCam), the watermark settings are inside these apps, not in the Xiaomi system camera. In rare cases, the problem may lie in the corruption of system files after a failed update. If nothing works, you can try resetting the camera app to factory settings, which will return all settings to the original state, after which you can turn off unnecessary functions again. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Does watermark affect the quality of the photo? The logo itself is a graphic layer that is superimposed over the image when saved. It does not affect the technical quality of the matrix or lens, but visually occupies part of the frame. If the logo is on a uniform background, it's easy to remove software, but on a complex textured background, deletion can lead to artifacts. Can you resize or change the watermark? Standard system tools. MIUI You can't change the size, font or color of the logo, or HyperOS, and you can only turn it on or off completely. Customization of style requires the use of third-party photo batch processing applications or specialized modules that require root-right. Will the watermark disappear if I update the phone? When upgrading the system, the settings are usually saved. However, if you reset the phone to factory settings or update from the global version to the Chinese version (or vice versa), the parameter can return to the default state. After major firmware updates, it is always worth rechecking the camera settings. Is there a difference between the watermark in Photo mode and Portrait? In the latest versions, you can be sure to synchronize the watermarks in each mode, but you are often added to the watermarking in the result. Can you delete the Xiaomi logo through ADB? Theoretically, you can make changes to the system files that are responsible for the camera through USB debugging and ADB commands, but this is risky and can lead to unstable application. It is easier and safer to use the standard settings provided by the manufacturer, since they are fully functional.