How to completely disable themes on the lock screen Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

The lock screen on Xiaomi smartphones is the first thing you see when you turn on the device, but standard or automatically applied themes can be annoying: too bright colors, uncomfortable arrangement of elements or just wanting to return a classic minimalist look. The problem is, MIUI Often imposes topics through the service MIUI Themes, and disabling them is not as easy as it seems.

Many users find that after updating the firmware or accidentally pressing the lock screen changes without their consent, and in this article we will examine all possible ways, from basic settings to radical methods such as reset to factory settings. We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions. MIUI (12/13/14) and models (Redmi Note) 10/11/12, Poco X3/X4, Mi 11/12/13).

If you want to not just hide the topic, but completely block its automatic application, read the section about disabling the MIUI Themes service. For those who prefer visual settings without deep interventions, a method with manual selection of a standard theme is suitable.

Why do the themes on the lock screen turn on automatically?

The reason is that MIUI Themes, Xiaomi's proprietary service, is responsible for designing the interface, and by default, it can:

• 🔄 Automatically apply theme from the collection "Recommended"
• 📲 Sync with your Mi Account (if you were logged in on another device)
• 🔄 Update themes after firmware update
• 🎨 Apply seasonal themes (e.g. New Year's Eve or Halloween)

Some devices (Redmi Note 11 Pro+, Poco F4) have a separate option called “Theme Automan” that is turned on in the background, and the “Themes” widget on the home screen can also be the fault – it sometimes resets settings when you press.

Important! If you use third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher or Hyperion), this does not guarantee that the themes on the lock screen are turned off. MIUI manages lock at the system level, and launchers are powerless here.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI Global (European/Indian firmware) some menu items may be called differently or not. If you don't find an option, check the firmware region in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI.

Method 1: Disable theme through standard settings

The easiest method is to return a standard theme, which works on all Xiaomi devices, but does not guarantee that the theme will not change again after the update.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Themes (or Settings → Registration on new versions of MIUI 14).
2. At the top of the screen, tap the icon "My themes" (or "Current theme").
3. Scroll down and select "Standard" (or "Default" in English firmware).
4. Confirm the application by clicking "Apply".

If the standard topic is not on the list:

• 🔍 Try to find it through the search (the magnifying glass icon in the upper right corner).
• 📥 Download it manually from MIUI Themes → Online (enter in search of "Default").

What if the theme resets again? That means MIUI Themes is still active. Go to Method 2.

Method 2: Completely disabling MIUI Themes

If the standard theme doesn't hold, you'll have to turn off the service that controls the design, which is a radical method, but it's guaranteed to solve the problem.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In search, type "Themes" and select the MIUI Themes app.
3. Tap "Disable" (or "Delete Updates" if the off button is inactive).
4. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

Some firmware (MIUI 13/14 for POCO) may have a "Stop" option instead of turning it off.

• 🛑 Press "Stop," then "OK".
• 🔄 Return to the app menu and select "Storage" → "Clear the data".

⚠️ Attention: Disconnection MIUI Themes can cause some system applications to crash (e.g. Mi Home or Mi Fit) and if you notice a problem, turn the service back on.

Method 3: Reset the lock screen settings

If previous methods didn’t work, try resetting your locking settings to factory-based, which doesn’t affect user data, but returns all screen settings to their original state.

How to do this:

1. Open Settings → Password and Security → Lock screen.
2. Scroll down and select "Reset the lock screen settings."
3. Enter the current PIN/password/pattern lock for confirmation.
4. Confirm the reset.

Once the device is restarted, the lock screen will return to its standard view, minus the method: the settings for fingerprints, facial recognition and widgets on the lock screen will also be reset.

For POCO owners: The path may be different – look for Settings → Screen Lock → Additional settings → Reset.

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If the theme reappears after the reset, check if it syncs with your Mi Account. Turn off the themes sync in Settings → Mi Account → Sync → Themes.

Method 4: Modifying theme through ADB (for advanced)

If system methods don’t work, you can use ADB commands. This requires connecting your phone to a PC and having a basic knowledge of how to work with the console.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times tap the version, then go back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Commands to disable themes:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.themes


adb shell pm clear com.android.themes

After you execute the commands, restart the phone, and the effect is that the theme service will be disabled and the current theme will reset to the standard one.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware is blocked ADB-If you get an Operation not allowed error, this method won't work.

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ADB-The method is the most reliable, but it requires technical skills. If you're not sure about yourself, use Method 1 or 2.

Method 5: Install custom firmware (extreme case)

If nothing works, you can install an alternative firmware without MIUI Themes, a radical solution that is only suitable for advanced users.

Firmware options:

Before installing custom firmware:

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool.
• 📦 Make a backup of data through TWRP Or OrangeFox.
• ⚠️ Please note that the warranty on the device will be lost.

On devices with a MediaTek processor (such as the Redmi 10C or Poco M4 Pro), unlocking the bootloader often results in a "brick" (inoperability).

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make the same mistakes when trying to disable themes, and here are the most common ones:

Mistake 1: Wrong firmware region

On Chinese firmware (MIUI China), theme disablement options may not be available. Solution: reflash the device to the global version (MIUI Global) via the Mi Flash Tool.

Mistake 2: Synchronization with Mi Account

If you were logged in to Mi on another device, the themes can sync automatically. Solution: turn off sync in Settings → Mi Account → Sync → Themes.

Mistake 3: Cash That Is Not Cleared

Sometimes old themes stay cached and reapply. Solution: clear MIUI Themes data into Settings → Applications → Application Management → Topics → Storage → Clear data.

Error 4: Themes Widget on the Home Screen

Even if you disabled the service, the widget can restart it.Solution: remove the widget from the home screen (click → "Delete").

FAQ: Answers to popular questions