How to quickly and correctly change wallpaper on the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi: 5 proven ways

Why Redmi Wallpaper Is More Than Just a Background

Xiaomi Redmi smartphones are no longer just tools for calls and messages, and today they are full-fledged multimedia centers, where every element of the interface – from icons to desktop wallpaper – affects the perception of the device. A properly selected background not only pleases the eye, but can also increase productivity (for example, dark wallpaper reduces the load on the eyes in the evening) or even save battery power on the body. AMOLED-screen.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change wallpaper to Redmi – from standard methods through Settings to hidden MIUI functions and third-party applications. Particular attention will be paid to the unique feature of MIUI 14+ firmware: dynamic wallpaper now syncs with the weather and time of day automatically, if you turn on the appropriate option, and you will learn how to avoid common errors that cause new wallpapers to “move” or stretch.

Method 1: Standard change via MIUI settings

The most obvious and safe method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. It is suitable for all Redmi models (from Redmi 9A to Redmi Note 13 Pro+) and does not require the installation of additional applications.

Open the wallpaper menu: pinch the empty space on the home screen → at the bottom there will be a panel with the Wallpaper button (or Themes on older versions of MIUI).
Select a category: the system will offer options: 🌄 Standard Wallpaper - pre-installed in MIUI (abstractions, landscapes, textures). 📷 My wallpaper - photos from your gallery. 🎨 Dynamic – Animated backgrounds (not available on all models). 🌍 Online themes – download from Xiaomi cloud storage (requires internet).

Apply wallpaper.

Install it on the main screen.

Set on both screens

⚠️ Note: on some models (Redmi) 10C, Redmi A1+) post-update MIUI 14 may lose the Wallpaper button with a long press. In this case, use an alternative path: Settings → Personalization → Wallpaper.

Long tap on the screen calls the menu | Gallery has the right photo (if you use your own) | Smartphone connected to Wi-Fi (for online topics) | Battery charge > 20% (in case of hanging)

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Method 2: Using a gallery for personal wallpaper

If you're tired of standard backgrounds, you can install any image from the Gallery, which is ideal for anyone who wants to see personal photos, memes or art at high resolution.

Open the Gallery app and select the desired image.
Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → Set up how → Wallpaper.
Set up the framing area (shift and zoom the picture with your fingers) → click Ready.
Choose where to apply wallpaper: 📱 Only the main screen. 🔒 Lock screen only. 🔄 Both screens.

💡 Useful tip: for the best result, use images with a resolution not lower 1080×2340 If the photo is smaller, it gets stretched and loses clarity. You can download free high-quality wallpapers at Wallhaven or Unsplash.

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To prevent wallpaper from moving when scrolling widgets, turn off the paralax effect in Settings → Personalization → Additional → Parallax effect.

Method 3: Dynamic and live wallpapers (including Super Wallpapers)

One of the key advantages MIUI — Support for dynamic wallpapers that respond to gestures, time of day, or even sensor data from a smartphone.Starting with the Redmi Note 10 Pro and later, Super Wallpapers are available. 3D-backgrounds that flow smoothly from the main screen to the lock screen.

How to set them up:

Go to Settings → Personalization → Wallpaper → Dynamic.
Select a category: 🌌 Space - animation of stars and planets (there is a variant with Mars and Earth). 🌊 Ocean waves that respond to the tilt of the phone. 🏔️ Mountains – change lighting depending on the time of day. 🎶 Musical – pulsating in the rhythm of the melody reproduced.

Download your favorite option (you need ~50-100 MB of memory).

Additional settings

Model Redmi	Super Wallpapers support	Support for dynamic wallpaper	Required version of MIUI
Redmi Note 12 Pro+	✅ Yes, all options)	✅ Yes.	MIUI 13+
Redmi 11 Prime	✅ Yes, no. 3D-effect)	✅ Yes.	MIUI 12.5+
Redmi 10A	❌ No.	✅ Only basic.	MIUI 12
Redmi K50i	✅ Yes (with 120Hz support)	✅ Yes.	MIUI 13.1+

⚠️ Warning: Dynamic wallpaper can increase battery consumption by 5-15% (according to tests) XDA If you notice a quick discharge, turn off animation in the wallpaper settings or go back to static backgrounds.

Standard (from) MIUI)|Personal photos|Dynamic/live|The Dark Ones (for AMOLED)|Other-->

Method 4: Third-party applications for wallpaper

If there are few built-in options, you can install wallpaper through third-party services.

📲 Zedge is a huge database of wallpapers and ringtones with user-generated content. MIUI.
🎨 Backdrops – minimalist wallpaper with support for dark theme.
🌌 WallpapersCraft – High Quality 4K-permit-sorting.
🤖 Muzei Live Wallpaper – automatically changes wallpaper from selected sources (Google Earth, art galleries).

🔧 How to install wallpaper from a third-party application:

Download and install an app (such as Zedge) from Google Play.
Select the wallpaper and click Install.
The system will redirect you to the standard MIUI wallpaper menu - confirm the application.

⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, KWGT) Requires permission to install windows (Settings) → Special facilities → Windows overlaying. Without this, wallpaper will not display correctly. Also avoid apps with suspicious permissions (access to the Internet). SMS, Contacts – they can be harmful.

How to remove viral wallpaper if the smartphone began to slow down?

If after installing wallpaper from a third-party source, Redmi has become slower to work or shows ads, follow the following steps: 1. Remove newly installed wallpaper apps. 2. Go to Settings → Annexes → Manage applications and check the list for unknown services. 3. Clear the cache in Settings → Memory. → Clean. 4. If the problem persists, reset the wallpaper settings: Settings → Personalization → Wallpaper. → Reset to standard.

Method 5: Manual wallpaper replacement via file manager (for advanced)

This method is suitable for those who want to install wallpaper without compression or use files in non-standard formats (for example,.webp). MIUI.

📂 Instructions:

Download your favorite wallpaper on your smartphone (for example, through the browser).
Open Files (the standard file manager of Xiaomi) and go to the Download folder.

🔍 For power users: if wallpaper does not apply, check the permissions to the folder. in some cases (for example, after manual updating). MIUI) Wallpapers folder may not be available – create it manually.

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Wallpaper files must have a resolution of at least 720p, otherwise they will automatically stretch, which will lead to loss of quality.

Problem Solving: Wallpaper moves, stretches or does not apply

Even when properly installed, the wallpaper on Redmi can behave strangely, either shifting when scrolling, cropping or not showing at all. Here are the most common problems and solutions:

Problem.	Possible cause	Decision
Wallpaper moves off when scrolling widgets	Parallax effect on.	Turn it off in Settings → Personalization → More
background stretched or pixelated	Low source resolution	Use images from 1080×2340 (for Full HD+)
Wallpaper does not apply after selection	Cache failure MIUI Launcher	Clear the cache: Settings → Applications → Launcher → Storage → Clear the cache
Black screen after changing wallpaper	Conflict with the subject of design	Reset the theme: Settings → Personalization → Themes → Standard

🛠️ Emergency reset: if after changing the wallpaper smartphone began to brake or overheat, reset the launcher:

adb shell pm clear com.miui.home

(USB debugging and computer required) This method will bring back the standard wallpaper and reset the desktop settings.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

Can I install a video wallpaper on Redmi?

Yes, but only on the model with MIUI 12.5+ and the Snapdragon processor 6xx/7xx/8xx. To do this: Download the Video Wallpaper app from Google Play. Select the video (length to) 15 - second) and convert it to live wallpaper. ⚠️ Video wallpaper strongly planted battery (up to) 20% One hour with active use).

Why are the lock and home screen wallpapers different, even though I chose both screens?

This is a feature of MIUI 14+: the system can automatically adjust the wallpaper to the lock screen format (for example, crop the sides for watches and widgets). To fix this: Go to Settings → Personalization → Wallpaper. Select Lock screen setting. Turn off Auto crop option.

How do you make sure that the wallpaper changes automatically?

MIUI doesn't have a built-in wallpaper rotation feature, but you can use third-party apps: Wallpaper Changer — changes the background on a schedule. Tapet — generates unique wallpaper every day. Google Wallpapers (there is a category of "daily wallpaper") is also suitable for automatic change.

Can I return the standard MIUI wallpaper after resetting?

All original wallpaper is stored in the system folder: /system/media/theme/default_wallpapers But access to it requires root rights. It's easier without them: Reset the launcher settings: Settings → Annexes → Launcher → Warehouse → Clear the data. Or download the standard wallpaper for your Redmi model from the forum. 4PDA.

Why did my wallpaper disappear after the MIUI update?

For major updates (e.g., from MIUI 13 to MIUI 14), the system can reset custom wallpaper. To avoid this: Before updating, save the wallpaper to the Gallery (take a screenshot or copy the file). After updating, reapply it through Settings → Wallpaper → My wallpaper. If the wallpaper was from online topics, you will have to download it again.