How to turn the screen on the Xiaomi phone: all ways and solutions to problems

The flipped screen on Xiaomi is a problem that both beginners and experienced users face, most often due to accidental clicking of button combinations, sensor failures or incorrect system settings. In 80% of cases, the situation can be corrected in 1-2 minutes without going to the service center, but it is important to act on the right algorithm to avoid aggravating the situation.

In this article, we will look at all the current screen reversals on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices running MIUI 12-14, including hidden developer features and hardware methods. We will focus on the typical errors that users make when trying to return normal display, and give recommendations for preventing repeated crashes. If your phone is upside down after a drop or update, here you will find a solution.

Why the screen on Xiaomi flipped: the main reasons

Before you start fixing the problem, it is important to understand the source of the problem. On Xiaomi devices, a screen flip usually occurs for one of 5 reasons:

• 🎮 Activate the “Inverted Screen” mode through hidden settings (often enabled by children or accidentally while playing).
• 🔄 Failure of the accelerometer sensor responsible for automatic orientation determination.
• 📱 Incorrect turn settings in system settings (for example, forced book orientation locking).
• 🔧 Conflict after update MIUI, When user profiles of display are lost.
• 💥 Physical injury after falling or impact (in which case repair may be required).

The most common reason is the accidental activation of the Upside down mode feature, which has been present in Xiaomi firmware since MIUI 10. This option was originally intended for developers, but over time became available through the engineering menu. If the screen flipped after pressing a certain combination of buttons (for example, Volume up + Power), this mode is most likely to blame.

Method 1: Hot keys for fast screen rotation

If the problem is caused by the activation of the hidden mode, the fastest way to return normal display is to use a hardware button combination.This method works on 90% of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models (except devices with MediaTek Helio G chips older than 2019).

Follow the following steps:

1. Hold the Power (on/off) button for 3 seconds until the Off menu appears.
2. Without releasing the Power button, quickly press the Volume Up button 2 times in a row.
3. Wait 5-7 seconds, the screen should return to normal. If not, repeat the combination.

On some models (for example, Xiaomi 11T or POCO F4), an alternative combination may work:

Hold "Eating" + "Louding down" 10 seconds → Release → Press "Loud up" 1 time

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If the combination does not work, try to perform it in reverse order: first press the volume buttons, then hold the power.

Method 2: Turning through system settings (MIUI 12-14)

If the hardware method didn’t work, try to return normal display through system settings.This method is suitable for all devices on MIUI 12 and later, including Redmi Note 10/11, Xiaomi 12/13 and POCO X4/X5.

Follow the instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Screen section (or Display on some firmware).
3. Select Screen Rotation (may be called Autoturn or Orientation).
4. Make sure Auto Turn is on. If it's off, activate it.
5. Below, find the option Reset orientation or Return to the standard view and click on it.

If your MIUI version does not have a Reset Orientation option, try an alternative path:

Settings → Special features → Physical capabilities → Screen rotation → Reset

Method 3: Use of an engineering menu (for power users)

If standard methods fail, you can try resetting orientation through an engineering menu (Engineer Mode), which requires caution, since incorrect actions can lead to malfunctioning of the sensors.

Instructions for entering the engineering menu:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##.
2. In the menu that opens, select Testing (or Testing on Russian firmware).
3. Go to the Sensor Test section.
4. Find the Accelerometer Sensor string and click on it.
5. At the bottom of the screen will appear the button Calibration – press it and follow the instructions on the screen.

After calibrating the sensor, restart the phone. If the screen is left upside down, try the additional method:

• 🔧 In the engineering menu, go to Hardware Testing. → Sensor → Magnetic Sensor.
• 📱 Press Clear Calibration (Clear Calibration).
• 🔄 Reset the device.

Method 4: Resetting settings to factory (last chance)

If all the previous methods didn't work, the most radical way is to reset your settings to factory settings, which will delete all user data, so back up important files first.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → About Phone → Backup and Reset.
2. Choose Resetting (or Resetting and Resetting).
3. Click Reset your phone settings and confirm the action.
4. Wait for the process to be completed (it will take 5-10 minutes).

After resetting, the phone will restart and the screen should return to normal orientation. If the problem persists, this may indicate a hardware malfunction of the accelerometer sensor or damage to the display plume, in which case a diagnosis is required at the service center.

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Setting reset deletes all data, including photos, contacts and installed apps. If the phone is not synced with Mi Account, it will be impossible to recover information!

Problem Solving: What to Do When the Screen is Not Turning Around

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

Pay special attention to physical injuries. If the phone falls or is hit, check:

• 🔍 Are there any cracks on the body or screen.
• 🔌 Does the sensor work throughout the area (check with the touch test in the engineering menu).
• 📶 Whether the signal is missing from the network or Wi-Fi (this may indicate problems with the antenna module associated with the sensors).

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If the screen flipped after the MIUI update, try rolling back to the previous firmware version via Fastboot.Instructions for your model can be found on the 4PDA forum or Xiaomi Community.

How to prevent a second screen flip

To avoid repeated screen orientation issues, follow these guidelines:

• 🔒 Turn off unnecessary gestures in settings: go to Settings → Additionally. → Gestures and deactivate combinations that may accidentally activate a coup.
• 🛡️ Install protection from children: in Settings → Password and security → Application protection block access to the engineering menu.
• 📲 Update. MIUI regularly, but check the reviews on the forums before installing a new firmware - sometimes updates contain sensor bugs.
• 🔧 Check the sensors once in a while. 2-3 A month through the engineering menu (combination ##4636##).

If you drop your phone a lot, consider installing a cushioned cover and tempered glass, and physical damage is one of the main causes of not only a screen flip, but other serious malfunctions as well.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the flipped screen on Xiaomi