How to turn off wallpaper on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 10: all working methods

Why the lock screen displays wallpaper and can they be removed

The lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi 10 shows desktop wallpaper or a specially installed background image by default. For many users, this is convenient - it looks stylish and personalized. However, there are those who prefer a minimalist look: a monochromatic background, a watch without distractions or even a complete lack of graphics to save battery power.

Redmi 10 owners often face a problem: there is no direct option to remove wallpaper from the lock screen in standard MIUI settings, which is due to Xiaomi’s policy of seeking visual integrity of the interface. But that doesn’t mean that the task is impossible. There are several workarounds, from hidden firmware features to the use of tools for developers.

It is important to understand that methods differ depending on the version of MIUI. For example, in MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 13, the path to settings may change, and in some regional firmware (for example, for Europe or India) additional options are available.

Method 1: through standard MIUI settings (without root)

The easiest method is to use built-in personalization tools, which are suitable for most users and do not require technical skills.

1. Open Settings and go to Lock Screen (or Lock and Protect in some versions).
2. Select the lock screen style or lock screen wallpaper.
3. In the list of available styles, find the option Simple, Minimalist or Colored background (the name may vary).
4. Choose a monochromatic color (e.g. black, gray, or blue) instead of the image.
5. Save the changes and check the result.

If your MIUI version doesn’t have a monotonous background option, try the following trick:

• 🖼️ Install as wallpaper completely black image (can be created in any graphic editor or download from the Internet).
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the system caches old settings and changes only apply after a reboot.
• 📱 Check if the settings are reset after the screen is locked (in some firmware, this is a bug).

Download the black image 1080×2400 (Redmi 10 screen resolution)

Check the current version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Close all background applications (especially launchers)

Turn off automatic change of wallpaper in topics

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This works on most devices, but it has a limitation: you can't completely remove the background, just replace it with a monochromatic one. OLED-screen, read on, read on.

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If after changing the wallpaper on the lock screen there are artifacts (blurred spots, old elements), clear the cache of the "Themes" application in Settings → Applications → Application Management → Topics → Storage → Clear the cache.

Method 2: Use of the method ADB-Teams (for experienced users)

If the standard settings don’t work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a tool for debugging Android devices, which requires connecting the phone to your computer, but allows you to customize the system more deeply.

Note: Before using ADB, make sure that:

• 🔌 The phone's debugging on. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 💻 Computer installed ADB-drivers (you can download from the official Android website).
• 🔒 You trust the computer you connect your phone to (the first time you connect, you will receive a confirmation request).

When you are ready, execute the following commands in the terminal (command line) of the computer:

adb shell


settings put global lock_screen_show_wallpaper 0




settings put global lock_screen_wallpaper_enabled 0

Once you've entered the commands, restart your phone. If the wallpaper on the lock screen is gone, the method worked. If not, try an alternative command:

adb shell


pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.systemui




pm enable --user 0 com.android.systemui

This command restarts the system interface, which sometimes helps to apply changes.

Important: on some MIUI 14+ firmware, ADB commands to disable wallpaper are blocked by security policy, in which case only root or third-party applications will help.

Method 3: Third-party applications for customization

If the first two methods didn’t work, you can use Google Play apps that extend the lock screen settings.

When using third-party applications, consider:

• 🛡️ Some programs require special access permission (e.g., “Overlapping Other Applications” or “Use of Special Opportunity Services").
• 🔄 After updating MIUI It may be necessary to reconfigure the application.
• 📱 Check reviews before installing – some programs may conflict with Xiaomi firmware.

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Third-party apps are the most versatile way, but they can affect the autonomy of the phone. If you notice increased battery consumption, remove or limit the background activity of the program.

What to do if nothing helps: radical measures

If none of these methods work, there are still more radical solutions, suitable for advanced users willing to take risks for the sake of complete customization.

1. Installation of custom firmware

Firmware like LineageOS, Pixel Experience or HavocOS allows you to flexibly configure the lock screen, including completely disabling the wallpaper.

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader (fastboot oem unlock).
• 📥 Custom recaveri installations (TWRP).
• 🛠️ Backup data (firmware erases everything from the phone).

2. Obtaining root rights

Magisk can edit the system files that display wallpaper, for example:

• 📁 Delete the wallpaper file along the way /data/system/users/0/wallpaper_lock.
• 🔧 Modify the parameters in /system/build.prop (caution!).

⚠️ Attention: Unlocking the bootloader and obtaining root rights will void Xiaomi’s warranty and may cause the phone to run unstable. Some Redmi 10 models will stop encrypting data once unlocked, and may also have contactless payment issues (NFC).

How to get back the wallpaper if something goes wrong

If after the experiments the lock screen began to look different than intended, or completely ceased to display correctly, here is how to return everything to its original state:

1. For standard settings: Return to Settings → Lock screen → Lock screen style and choose any style with wallpaper.
2. For ADB: Enter the settings put global command lock_screen_show_wallpaper 1 and reboot the phone.
3. For third-party applications: Remove the program or reset its settings to factory.
4. For custom firmware: Return to stock MIUI via Mi Flash Tool (instructions on the official Xiaomi website).

If the lock screen is black and does not respond to touch, try:

• 🔄 Hard reboot: Press the power button for 10-15 seconds.
• 🔌 Connect your phone to charge – sometimes the system restores settings after recharging.
• 📱 Go to Safe Mode (hold the power button) → "Restart Safe Mode) and remove newly installed applications.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When setting up the lock screen, users often encounter typical problems, and here are the most common ones and how to solve them:

Another common mistake is ignoring regional firmware, and some versions of MIUI for Europe or India have additional lock screen options available, and if your Redmi 10 runs on global firmware but you want more features, you can try the EEA (European Economic Area) or India version, but this requires caution: not all features can work correctly.

⚠️ Note: If you use Redmi 10 with banking applications (e.g. Sberbank Online or Tinkoff), be careful about changing system files.Some banks block access when root or custom firmware is detected due to security requirements.

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