Xiaomi’s lock screen is not just a barrier to unauthorized access, but also a convenient notification center that can show important information even when the phone is locked. However, by default, many users face the problem: notifications either do not appear at all or are shown incorrectly (for example, without text or only from system applications). In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to configure notifications on the lock screen for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones running MIUI 12, 13 and 14.
It’s important to understand that the logic of how notifications work on Xiaomi depends on three key factors: the firmware version (MIUI), the device model, and the settings of a particular application. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14, the algorithm may differ from the Redmi Note 10 to MIUI 12.5. We will look at universal methods, as well as point out features for different versions.
If you want notifications from WhatsApp, Telegram, VK or other messengers to be displayed on a locked screen, this guide will help you set things up correctly, and if you have problems with display (for example, notifications disappear or do not show at all), you will find solutions for these cases.
Why are not notifications shown on the lock screen of Xiaomi?
Before we get to the settings, we need to understand the reasons why notifications may not be displayed.
- 🔄 Disabled display of notifications in settings MIUI — This is the most common reason when the user accidentally or intentionally disabled the option in the menu "Block screen".
- 📱 Application-specific restrictions – some programs (e.g. banking) hide the content of notifications on a locked screen by default.
- 🔒 Confidentiality settings - in MIUI There is a separate option that hides the text of notifications, leaving only the application icon.
- 🔋 Battery optimization – if the application is power-saving mode enabled, notifications may not come at all.
- 🛠️ Firmware errors or application conflicts – sometimes after an update MIUI Notification settings are lost.
Also, it’s worth considering that some models (such as the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra or POCO F4) have additional options like Sensitive Notifications that can affect the display. If you recently updated your firmware, check if your default settings have reset.
⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI for Russia (RU) And the global version (Global) settings may vary, for example, in Chinese firmware (CN) Some notification options are hidden or work differently.
How to enable notifications on the lock screen: basic setting
Let’s start with the simplest one: enabling notifications in MIUI settings, which works on all modern Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T and other models.
Follow the step-by-step instructions:
- Open the settings (the gear icon on the desktop).
- Go to Always Display (or Lock Screen depending on the MIUI version).
- Select Notifications on the lock screen.
- Activate the Display Notifications switch (should turn blue).
- Below, select one of the display options: 📌 Show everything – the application icon and notification text are displayed. 🔒 Hide content – only the icon is shown, the text is hidden (for privacy). ❌ Do not show – notifications on the lock screen are disabled completely.
After you have set up, check if notifications have appeared. If not, go to the next section, where we will analyze the settings for individual applications.
Is the notifications shown in the Lock Screen enabled?
Is the "Show Everything" mode chosen?
Are there any restrictions for specific applications?
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Set up notifications for individual applications
Even if you have enabled notifications on the lock screen in general settings, some apps may ignore this rule, because MIUI has separate settings for each application where you can flexibly manage notifications.
To configure the display of notifications for a particular messenger or program:
- Open the Settings → Applications.
- Select Application Management and find the right one (such as Telegram or Viber).
- Slip on the name of the application, then go to Notifications.
- Make sure the Allow Notifications switch is active.
- Scroll down and find the Lock Screen section: 📱 Showing notifications (recommended). 🔕 Notify us not to show notices. 🔒 Hide the content of notifications (Icon only).
Save the changes and check the work.
Pay special attention to the applications that actively use notifications: WhatsApp, Instagram, Gmail, banking programs (SberBank Online, Tinkoff).
⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, VK Facebook or Facebook may reset notification settings after the update. If notifications stop showing, check them again.
Messages from messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram)
Calls and missed calls
Notifications from social networks (VK, Instagram)
System Alerts (Battery, Updates)
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Hidden MIUI settings: how to show notifications without unlocking
MIUI has several hidden features that allow you to more flexibly manage notifications on the lock screen, for example, you can configure the display of notifications without the need to unlock the screen (just swipe down) or enable prioritized notifications that will appear on top of the others.
Here's how to do it:
- Enable quick notifications: Go to Settings → Lock screen → Additional settings. Find Quick Notifications and activate it. Now you can swipe down on the locked screen to see all notifications without entering a password.
Set up priority notifications:
- Open Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Priority Notifications.
- Add apps that should be displayed first (like Telegram or Calls).
- Activate the option to Show on the lock screen for these applications.
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If notifications from WhatsApp or Telegram do not come, try to disable the “Saving Traffic” feature in the settings. SIM-Sometimes it blocks the background activity of messengers.
Additional chips: how to customize notifications on Xiaomi
In addition to basic settings, MIUI offers some interesting options for customizing notifications on the lock screen.
- 🎨 Change of notification style: C Settings → Lock screen → The notification style can be chosen between the classic look and the "smooth" animations (available on the site). MIUI 14).
- 🔔 Sound and vibration setting: Each application can be set to a unique sound or vibration pattern, which is useful if you want to distinguish between notifications from Work (Slack) and private messages.
- 📊 Grouping of notifications: Enable the option to Group notifications in the lock screen settings so that messages from one application are combined into one block.
- 🌙 Dark theme for notifications: If you have dark mode enabled, the notifications on the lock screen will also appear in dark style. → Display. → Dark subject.