The flashing flashlight on incoming calls on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature for those who often miss calls in noisy environments. However, for many users, it is an annoying element, especially at night, when a bright flash can disturb others or wake up the sleeping owner. Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not always make this option obvious in the settings, which causes users to spend time searching for a solution.
In this article, we will look at all the current ways to turn off flashing flashlights when calling, from standard MIUI settings to hidden developer settings. Instructions will be suitable for most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models based on MIUI 12-14, as well as for older versions of firmware. If you find that the option is inactive or missing from the menu, here you will find alternative solutions.
Why does the flashlight flash when you ring and can it be turned off?
The flash flash flash feature is called Flash Notifications and was added to MIUI as part of a special feature system that was originally intended for people with hearing impairments, but later became available to all users, and is enabled by default on many models, especially in regional firmware for Europe and Asia.
You can turn off blinking, but the way depends on the version of MIUI and the model of the smartphone. On some devices (for example, Xiaomi 11T or Redmi Note 10 Pro), the option is hidden in the special features menu, and on others (for example, POCO F3) it has to be searched for in the call settings. In rare cases, the function can be blocked by the operator – this is true for branded firmware from MegaFon, Beeline or MTS.
- 🔦 Standard method: through the menu "Special features" (works on 90% of devices).
- 📱 Alternative path: through the settings of the application "Phone" (relevant to the MIUI 13+).
- 🛠️ Hidden settings: the developer's parameters or ADB-Teams (for experienced users).
- ⚙️ Resetting: the last method, if the option is not turned off (occurred on custom firmware).
⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI for Russia (versions) RU or EEA) The path to settings may be different from global firmware. If you don't find the right item, check your firmware region in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
Method 1: Disconnection through "Special Opportunities" (main method)
This is the most reliable and versatile way to work on most Xiaomi devices regardless of model, and the instructions are relevant for MIUI 12, 13 and 14, including Redmi and POCO devices.
- Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
- Scroll down and select Special Features (some firmware may call Additional Features or Convenience).
- Stick to the item Hearing (or Sound and Vibration in older versions).
- Find the option Flash Notifications and move the slider to the Off position.
- Confirm the action if a pop-up window appears.
If the flashlight continues to flash after these actions, check if a similar option is enabled in the Phone app settings (see next method). Also make sure you don't have third-party notification management apps (such as Good Lock or MacroDroid) installed that can override system settings.
Make sure your smartphone is not in "Do Not Disturb" mode |
Check if the flash feature is enabled in the camera settings |
Update your firmware to the latest version (if available)|
Restart the device after the changes-->
Method 2: Phone Application Settings (for MIUI 13 and later)
In the latest versions of MIUI (starting with the 13th), flash control can be taken to a separate menu of the Phone app, which is especially relevant for Xiaomi 12, 13 and POCO F4 devices, where the standard path through Special Features may not work.
To turn off the flashing:
- Open the phone application (pipe icon).
- Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
- Scroll down to the Incoming Calls section.
- Find the flash option on call or light signal and turn it off.
- Save the changes and restart the phone (recommended).
If you don't have one on your menu, you're either managed through Special Opportunities (Method 1) or blocked by the operator, in which case, try the following method.
Xiaomi 11/12/13 series |
Redmi Note 10/11/12|
POCO F3/F4/X3|
Other model (specify in the comments)|
Method 3: Developer settings (for power users)
If standard methods don't work, you can try turning off blinking through the developer's settings, which is suitable for users who are willing to work with hidden system settings. Please note that incorrect changes to this menu can lead to malfunctions in the smartphone.
To activate the developer settings and disable the flash:
- Go to Settings. → The phone.
- Find the MIUI version and tap it 7 times in a row until you become a developer!
- Return to the main Settings menu and open a new Developer section (usually at the bottom of the list).
- Scroll down and find the option to turn off notification flash or Light effects.
- If this option is not available, try to find Flash Animation and turn it off.
⚠️ Note: Some firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.eu) may use the option called Disable Camera Flash on Calls. If you are not sure about your actions, use standard methods or contact Xiaomi for support.
| Model of the device | MIUI version | The path to setting up the flash | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 11T Pro | 13.0.6 | Special Opportunities → Hearing → Notifications flash | It's stable. |
| Redmi Note 10 Pro | 12.5.4 | Phone settings → Incoming calls → Flash | Reboot required |
| POCO F3 | 14.0.2 | For developers → Turn off light effects | Developer mode must be activated |
| Xiaomi Mi A3 | Android One | Special. capabilities → Notifications → Camera flash | On pure Android, the path is different. |
Method 4: Use ADB-commands (advanced method)
If all previous methods failed, you can try turning off flashing flashlights via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a method that requires connecting your smartphone to your computer and basic command line knowledge, and is suitable for devices with unlocked bootloader or root rights, but can work on standard firmware.
Instructions:
- Download and install. ADB-computer-assist.
- Activate debugging by USB on your smartphone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (7 taps) → For developers → Debugging by USB.
- Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux).
- Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear the name of your device.
- Execute the command to disable the flash: adb shell settings put global flash_notification_enabled 0
- Reboot your smartphone.
If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:
adb shell settings put secure flash_notification_enabled 0⚠️ Attention: Use ADB If you are not sure, you should contact Xiaomi service center or use standard methods.
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Before working with ADB, back up your data via Settings → Additional → Backup. This will help restore the system in case of an error.
What to do if the flashing flashlight does not turn off?
If none of these methods helped, the problem may lie in the following:
- 📱 Custom firmware: Some builds (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) may ignore system settings.
- 🔄 Resetting: In rare cases, a factory reset helps (but it will delete all data!).
- 🛠️ System damage: If the firmware is damaged, it may be necessary to flash it through Fastboot.
- 📡 Operator lock: On some firmware (for example, from Tele2) The function can be blocked at the operator level.
If you suspect that the problem is firmware, try updating MIUI to the latest version through Settings → System Update. Sometimes flashing flashlight bugs are fixed in new builds.