Owners of Xiaomi smartphones often face a situation when when an incoming call comes, the device begins to actively flash an LED or screen flash. This feature, conceived by developers as useful for attracting attention in noisy places or for people with hearing impairments, can actually be annoying, especially in the dark or while watching videos. AMOLED-screens are implemented software, which makes the process of disabling it not always obvious to the average user.
The problem is compounded by the fact that in different versions of the firmware MIUI The paths to settings may differ, and some hidden settings require access to an engineering menu or the use of third-party software. In this article, we will discuss in detail all known ways to deactivate this option, from standard system settings to more complex methods for advanced users. LED-with different models, including Redmi and POCO.
Before we get to specific steps, it’s important to understand that the flash can be activated not only by the call itself, but also by additional system features such as “Mode in your pocket” or notifications from messengers. A software failure can also cause the proximity sensor to malfunction, causing the phone to blink even without an incoming call. We’ll look at each aspect so you can fully control the light behavior of your gadget.
⚠️ Note: Some settings may be called differently depending on the operating system version and regional firmware build.If you haven't found an item with the exact name, look for synonyms or adjacent menu sections.
Standard settings of the application "Phone"
The easiest and most logical way to remove blinking is to check the settings of the built-in call app. In most cases, Xiaomi developers have left this option available to the user by hiding it in the call settings menu. First, open the Phone app (green handset) and look for the gear icon or three dots in the upper right corner of the screen.
In the menu that opens, select Settings. Then scroll down to Incoming Calls or Additional Settings. This is where the light display switch is most often hidden. On some versions of MIUI, this item may be called Flash on Call or Blink on Call.
- 📱 Open the Phone app and go to the settings menu via the gear icon.
- 🔍 Find the Incoming Calls or Additional Settings section in the options list.
- 🔦 Turn off the switchboard in front of the item "Flash on call" or similar.
If you don’t find a switch in the standard menu, it could mean that your firmware version has a stripped-down interface or specific regional restrictions, so check if Pocket mode is activated, which often duplicates display features. It’s also worth making sure you have the latest system updates installed, as new security patches sometimes change the location of important interface parameters.
Disconnection through special features settings
In some builds of the operating system, the light alert function has been moved to the disabled section, so that deaf or hard of hearing users can visually track calls, and to get to these settings, you need to go to the main Settings menu of your smartphone.
In the list of options, look for the Additional Settings (or Advanced Settings) section. Inside this menu, look for the Accessibility item. Scroll down and you can find the Hearing or Notification tab. This is where the Notification Flash or Screen Blink switch is often hidden.
Settings → Additional settings → Special features → Installation “Hearing” → Flash notificationsBy disabling this setting, you stop flashing not only when you make calls, but also when you receive SMS or social media messages if they are related to this system setting. It is important to note that on different models, for example, on the Redmi Note or POCO F, the path may be slightly different, but the logic remains the same: looking for sections related to accessibility and physical features of perception.
⚠️ Note: Enabling the "Accelerated Processing" function in the special features section can lead to increased battery consumption. After checking the flash settings, it is recommended to go back and make sure that other unnecessary accessibility features are turned off.
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Control of the Pocket mode and sensors
One of the common causes of uncontrolled blinking is the Mode in Your Pocket feature, which is designed to prevent accidental taps when your smartphone is in your bag, but it often involves sensors and lights, and if that mode is not working properly, the phone may think it's in your pocket and blink to try to get attention.
To rule out this factor, go to Settings → Lock and Protection (or Lock Screen).Look for “Mode in your pocket.” If it’s on, try turning it off and check if the blinking has disappeared. Some Xiaomi devices have a separate “Lighting in your pocket” setting next to this switch, which you also need to deactivate.
- 🛡️ Go to the “Blocking and Protection” section in the main system settings.
- 📵 Find the option “Mode in your pocket” and turn it off for verification.
- 💡 Make sure that adjacent lighting settings are also translated to the “Off” position».
It's worth noting that completely disabling the mode in your pocket can lead to random dials if you're wearing your phone in tight clothes without a case. So if the problem doesn't work out, it's best to return the setting to its original state and look elsewhere. The proximity sensor can be contaminated, which also causes false alarms.
Why does the proximity sensor affect the flash?
Settings of third-party applications for calls
Many users are replacing the standard Xiaomi call with more functional counterparts, such as Truecaller, CallApp or Google Phone, in which case the system settings can be blocked by the parameters of the application itself. If you have third-party software installed to identify the number, first check its internal settings.
Go to the app, find the Settings section (usually a gear or profile icon) and look for items like Visual Effects, Call Screen, or Flash on call. In Truecaller, for example, this feature is in Alerts → Visual Alerts. Here you can flexibly configure when a flash should light up: always, only in silent mode or never.
| Annex | The path to adjustment | Option name | Default status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truecaller | Settings → Alerts | Screen flash | Off. |
| Google Phone | Settings → Incoming calls | Blink when you ring | Off. |
| CallApp | Profile → Settings | Flash Alert | Included. |
| MIUI Dialer | Settings → Incoming calls | Flash on call | Depends on the model. |
If you use Google Phone (blue handset), which is often preinstalled on Xiaomi’s global versions, the path will be as follows: three dots in the corner → Settings → Inbound Calls → Blink When Calling.
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If you don’t use the spam database numbering feature, consider removing heavy applications like Truecaller, which consume a lot of RAM and can slow down the MIUI interface.
Use of engineering menus and hidden codes
For advanced users who have not been helped by standard methods, there is access to hidden settings through the engineering menu, which requires caution, as changing unknown parameters can affect the operation of the radio module. To enter the engineering menu on Xiaomi, the code ##6484## or ##3646633## is used.
Once you enter the code, the CIT (Customer Interactive Test) menu will open. You need to find a section related to LED or Common. However, on modern versions of HyperOS, these features are often closed, and the menu is only readable. If you are lucky, you can find an LED Test or Backlight item where you can force modem-side flash control to be disabled.
- Open the Phone app and dial ##6484##.
- In the list of tests, find the section “LED” or “Indicator”.
- Try to find a flash control switch when calling (not always available).
A safer, but less effective method is to reset your network settings. Go to Settings → About Phone → All Options → Resetting → Reset your Wi-Fi, mobile and Bluetooth settings. This won’t delete your data, but will return the call configuration to the factory, which can remove the software glitch that causes blinking.
⚠️ Note: Do not change the settings in the Telephony or Connectivity sections of the engineering menu unless you have technical knowledge, which may result in signal loss or inability to make calls.
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The engineering menu is a powerful diagnostic tool, but on newer Xiaomi smartphones, access to critical flash settings through it is often limited by software locks.
Problems with notifications of messengers and systems
Users often confuse flash when calling with flashing LEDs when notifying. In modern smartphones Xiaomi physical LED indicator often does not, its role is performed by the screen or the main flash. If the phone flashes when receiving a message on WhatsApp, Telegram or Viber, the settings should be searched inside the applications themselves.
Go to the settings of a particular messenger, look for Notifications → Sound and Vibration (or Other Settings). There may be Lighting or Blink. If you turn it off, you will stop seeing flash when you message. For system notifications, the path is through Settings → Sound and Vibration → Other Sounds and Notifications.
- 📱 Check the light indication settings inside each installed messenger.
- 🔔 In the system sound settings, turn off Lighting Effects for all notifications.
- 🌙 Make sure the “Do Not Disturb” mode is not set up for visual alerts.
It's also worth checking Do Not Disturb mode. In some scenarios, it's set to skip calls from favorite contacts with a visual signal even if the sound is turned off. Open Settings → Sound and Vibration → Don't Disturb and check for exceptions. This may be where the Visual Signal option for certain contacts is activated.