How to replace the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note: 5 ways with photos and videos

The lock screen on the Xiaomi Redmi Note is not just a protection against accidental clicks, but also the business card of your smartphone. Over time, the standard design can get boring, and after updating the MIUI, the interface can change beyond recognition. Fortunately, the manufacturer provides several ways of customization, from simple settings in the menu to installing third-party launchers or even a complete replacement of firmware for advanced users.

In this article, we’ll cover all the current lock screen changes on Redmi Note 10/11/12/13 and earlier (including the Redmi Note 9 Pro and Note 8T). You’ll learn how to change wallpaper, display style notifications, add widgets or completely remake the lock interface without the risk of “bricking” the device. And for those who like experiments, instructions for installing custom themes through MIUI Themes and even manual editing system files (for experienced ones only!).

Before you start, make sure that your Redmi Note has the latest version of MIUI installed – some features may not be available in old firmware. Check the relevance of the software in the Settings menu → About phone → System Update. Also remember: deep changes (for example, modification of the system APK) can lead to loss of warranty or unstable smartphone operation.

1. Standard settings MIUI: quick change of wallpaper and style

The easiest way to refresh your lock screen is to use the built-in MIUI tools. This method is suitable for all Redmi Note models and does not require superuser rights (root).

• 🖼️ Background image (static or dynamic)
• 📱 Display style (classic, magazine, cards)
• 🔔 Notifications (content hiding, priority applications)
• ⏱️ Widgets (weather, calendar, steps)

To change the wallpaper on the lock screen:

1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
2. Select the wallpaper of the lock screen.
3. Click Add Wallpaper and select an image from the gallery or standard MIUI themes.
4. Activate the option Blurr background if you want to hide the details of the wallpaper under the icons.

To change the display style, go to Settings → Lock screen → Lock screen Style.

• 📄 Journal – notifications in the form of pages of the book (supports gestures of scrolling through).
• 🃏 Cards – notifications in the form of a stack of cards (you can “drop” unnecessary ones).
• ⏳ Classic – standard look with clock in the middle.

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If you want the wallpaper on the lock screen and the home screen to match, activate the option Sync Wallpaper in the theme settings.

2 Install themes from MIUI Themes: thousands of free designs

MIUI Themes is the official Xiaomi app that allows you to download pre-made themes for the entire interface, including the lock screen. Here you will find designs ranging from minimalist to anime style, with animations and unique fonts. MIUI Premium (from 199) ₽/month, but most options are free.

How to set the theme for the lock screen:

1. Open the Themes app (if not, download from Google Play).
2. Go to the Lock Screen tab or find a theme marked Lockscreen.
3. Choose your favorite design and click Apply.
4. Confirm changes in the pop-up window (some topics require a reboot).

Pay attention to the rating and reviews for the topic — some users complain about bugs with display notifications or slow animation. If after applying the theme, the lock screen began to slow down, return the standard design in the settings.

Check the MIUI version (not lower than 12.5)

Free up 200+MB of memory

Disable VPN (can block the download of topics)

Make a backup of current settings-->

Third-party launchers: a complete reworking of the interface

If the built-in MIUI capabilities are not enough, you can install a third-party launcher that supports lock screen customization.

• 🌈 Nova Launcher + Nova Lockscreen plugin (requires root).
• 🔄 Action Launcher – supports dynamic wallpaper and widgets on lock.
• 🎨 Microsoft Launcher – Windows integration and customization of icons.
• 🚀 Hyperion Launcher - Advanced Animations and Gestures.

For installation:

1. Download the launcher from Google Play.
2. Set it as the default launcher in the settings (Settings → Applications → By default → Launcher).
3. In the launcher settings, find the Lockscreen section or Lock Screen.
4. Customize the design, widgets and animations to your liking.

⚠️ Note: Most launchers cannot completely replace the standard lock screen MIUI Without them, you can only change the wallpaper and widgets, but not the unlock style (for example, swipe or swipe). PIN-code).

If you're willing to take risks, you can get root rights through Magisk and install modules like the Xposed Framework for deep customization, but that voids the warranty and can lead to problems with MIUI updates.

4. Custom firmware: for experienced users

Full freedom in lock screen settings is only available after installing custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS, Pixel Experience or Havoc-OS).

• 🔓 Alternative methods of unlocking (pattern lock, print) + PIN).
• 🎛️ Advanced notification settings (color, transparency, grouping).
• 🖌️ Support for design themes (including Substratum).
• 🔄 Lock gestures (double touch for sleep, swipe for camera).

The process of installing custom firmware includes:

1. Unlock the bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Mi Account binding and a wait of 7-15 days).
2. Installation of custom recavery (TWRP or OrangeFox).
3. Formatting data, system and vendor sections.
4. Firmware ZIP-file-off.

⚠️ Note: Installing custom firmware erases all data from the device, including photos and messages, and there is a risk of “bricking” if you make an error in the process.

5. Manual editing of system files (for advanced)

If you are not afraid to dig into system files, you can manually change the elements of the lock screen, editing APK-file MIUI. This method requires:

• 🔧 Root rights (obtained through Magisk).
• 💻 Knowledge of working with APKTool and Smali code.
• 📂 Backup of the system (required!).

The main files responsible for the lock screen:

• /system/priv-app/MiuiSystemUI/MiuiSystemUI.apk is a notification and watch interface.
• /system/priv-app/MiuiLockScreen/MiuiLockScreen.apk is the unlock logic.
• /system/media/theme/default/lockscreen/ – standard wallpaper and animations.

Example: To change the font of the watch, you need:

1. Download MiuiSystemUI.apk on PC.
2. Decompile it through APKTool.
3. Find the res/values/strings.xml file and change the font settings.
4. Compile APK back and flash through TWRP.

This method gives you maximum freedom, but is fraught with system errors, for example, changing the Smali code incorrectly can lead to an endless restart (bootloop).

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Editing of systems APK-File is the most powerful, but also the most dangerous, customization method, and only use it if you understand the implications and are ready to restore your system through Fastboot.

Alternative methods: widgets and automation

If you don’t need a global redesign, but want to add functionality, try these ways:

Widgets on the lock screen:

• 🌡️ Weather – displays temperature and forecast (AccuWeather or Weather & Clock Widget applications).
• 📅 Calendar – Events for the day (Google Calendar or Business Calendar).
• 🏃 Fitness – Steps, Pulse (Google Fit or Mi Fitness).
• 🎵 Music - Player control (Poweramp or Musicolet).

To add a widget:

1. Press and hold the empty space on the main screen.
2. Pick the Widgets.
3. Find the widget you want and drag it to the lock screen (if supported).

Automation with Tasker:

Tasker allows you to adjust the lock screen dynamically based on time, location or connected devices, for example:

• 🌙 Night mode – dark wallpaper and muted notifications after 22:00.
• 🏠 Home profile – displaying notes or to-do lists on lock when connecting to a home Wi-Fi.
• 🚗 Driving Mode – Large Call and Navigation buttons.

Example of Tasker (change wallpaper over time):

Profile: Night (Time: 22:00–07:00)




Task:




1. Install wallpaper (File: /sdcard/Wallpapers/night.jpg)




2. Set the brightness of the lock screen (value: 30%)

FAQ: Frequent questions about the lock screen on the Redmi Note