How to change the color of the curtain on Xiaomi: all ways and life hacks

The color of the notification curtain on Xiaomi is one of those little things that make the overall impression of the interface. The standard white or gray background can seem boring, especially if you like customization. Fortunately, the manufacturer and third-party developers offer several ways to change this element to your preferences, from built-in MIUI tools to advanced tweaks using ADB.

In this article, we will discuss all current methods: from simple settings to MIUI Launcher before installing custom themes through Theme Store and modifying system files. You will learn which models support a particular function, how to avoid errors when changing parameters, and what to do if after experiments the curtain began to work incorrectly. And for fans of exclusive - bonus section about the hidden features of firmware based on Android 13/14.

Why can’t you just choose the color in the settings?

Many users wonder why Xiaomi didn’t add a direct option to change the color of the curtain — like the Samsung One UI or Oppo ColorOS. The reason lies in the MIUI philosophy: developers have bet on themes as the main customization tool.

But there are nuances:

• 🔹 On smartphones with MIUI 12.5 and later, the notification curtain automatically adjusts to the desktop wallpaper (Dynamic Wallpaper function), but this does not work on all models.
• 🔹 In the firmware for the global market (Global) ROM) Some customization options are blocked – they can be unlocked only through the ADB or-flashing.
• 🔹 Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) Support gradient curtains, but only in branded themes.

If you want to do manual color control, you'll have to use workarounds, which I'll talk about later.

Method 1: Change with MIUI Launcher (without root)

The safest and easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI Launcher tools, which are suitable for most MIUI 12-14 models and do not require superuser rights.

1. Open the Settings → Wallpaper.
2. Choose the wallpaper with the predominant color you want to see on the curtain (for example, dark blue wallpaper will make the curtain bluish).
3. Activate the wallpaper color palette option (if available in your MIUI version).
4. Restart your smartphone – the changes will apply automatically.

This method works thanks to the Monet Engine (analogue to Material You in pure Android), which analyzes the colors of wallpaper and applies them to system elements, including the curtain.

⚠️ Warning: If the curtain remains the same after changing the wallpaper, check if you have a fixed color Theme Store theme installed, in which case the theme will be the priority, not the wallpaper.

Method 2: Install custom themes from Theme Store

Xiaomi’s Theme Store is a storehouse of themes, many of which change not only icons but also the color of the notification curtains to find the right theme:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. In the search box, enter the query in English: notification shade color or dark notification bar.
3. Filter the results by MIUI 14 (or your firmware version).
4. Check out the screenshots of the topics – look for the mention of “Notification Panel” in the description.

Recommended topics for changing the curtain:

• 🌌 Dark Matter – Black Curtain with Accent Colors.
• 🌈 Colorful MIUI — gradient curtain, changing depending on the time of day.
• 🖤 Pure Black is a completely black curtain (perfect for the AMOLED-screen).
• 💙 Blue Ocean - curtain in shades of blue with wave animation.

After applying the theme, the curtain will change color according to its palette.

• 🔄 Some themes may reset color after updating MIUI.
• 🛠️ If the theme does not apply, clear the theme app cache in the settings.
• 💰 Part of the premium theme requires purchase (cost – from 50 to 300 rubles).

Make sure the theme supports your version of MIUI|

Check reviews - are there any complaints about bugs with curtain |

Backup your current theme (Settings → Additional → Backup)|

After application, restart the phone

-->

Method 3: Using ADB to unlock hidden settings

For advanced users willing to work with ADB, there is a way to unlock hidden curtain customization options, a method that works on most models with MIUI 12-14, but requires a PC connection.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers).
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the command to unlock hidden settings: adb shell settings put global theme_customization_overlay com.android.systemui
5. Reboot your smartphone.

After that, a new section of the notification curtain color (not on all models) may appear in Settings → Screen. If it is not available, try an alternative command:

adb shell settings put secure sysui_nav_bar "space"

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB If the curtain is transparent or disappears after the commands, reset the settings. MIUI Launcher in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Launcher → Warehouse → Clear the data.

Method 4: Applications for customization (without root)

If previous methods didn't work, you can use third-party apps that don't change system files, but put a translucent overlay over the curtain with the right color overlay over the top of the curtain.

• 🎨 Hex Installer – lets you create your own themes MIUI, including the color of the curtain, requires a PC connection to install.
• 🖼️ Notification Shade Customizer is an application with a database of ready-made color schemes.
• 🌓 Dark Notif – specializes in dimming the curtains for AMOLED-screen.

Example of settings in Notification Shade Customizer:

1. Download the app from APKMirror (it may not be available on Google Play).
2. Open the application and give access to Special Opportunities.
3. Select the Colors tab and set up: 🔘 Background color - the main color of the curtain. 🔘 Opacity – Transparency (80-90 recommended%). 🔘 Apply to Quick Settings – Apply to Quick Settings Panels.

Save the changes and restart the curtain (pull down and let go).

Cons of this method:

• ⚠️ Overlays can conflict with navigational gestures.
• 🔋 Increased battery consumption (the application runs in the background).
• 🚫 Some functions (such as Always-on Display) may be disabled.

💡

If after installing the application, the curtain began to lay, try to turn off animations in the developer settings (Settings → For developers → The scale of the animation window → Animation off).

Method 5: Manual editing of system files (for advanced ones)

This method is only suitable for users with unlocked bootloader and root rights. Wrong actions can lead to a device "brick!"

The color of the notification curtain in MIUI is stored in the files:

• /system/framework/framework-res.apk are the main system resources.
• /system/priv-app/SystemUI/SystemUI.apk is a curtain interface.

To change the colour:

1. Make a backup of the original files (required!).
2. Download and install APK Editor Pro or MT Manager.
3. Open SystemUI.apk in the editor and go to res/values/colors.xml.
4. Find the lines with the parameters: <color name="notification_panel_background">#FF1A1A1A</color> <color name="quick_settings_background">#FF2B2B2B</color> Replace hexadecimal values (#FF1A1A1A) on their own, for example, #FF0066CC blue-colored).
5. Save the changes by overwriting the original file.
6. Reboot the phone.

Recommended colors for AMOLED-screens (black background with accent):

⚠️ Warning: After manual editing of system files may stop working OTA-Update before the next update, return the original files or re-sweeten the firmware.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you change the color of the curtain, you're faced with common mistakes, and here's how to fix them:

• 🔄 Curtain doesn't change color after changing topics: Clear cache Topics and MIUI Launcher. check if there is an ad blocking app installed (like AdGuard) that can block system overlays.
• 🖥️ After ADB-The command is clear: run adb shell cmd overlay reset com.android.systemui. If it doesn't help, reset the settings. MIUI Launcher.
• 🔋 Quick battery discharge after custom themes: Turn off animations in the developer settings. Use dark themes, they less load the processor.
• 📱 Curtain lays when scrolling: Turn off customization apps (like Notification Shade Customizer.

If none of these methods worked, check:

• 📋 Version MIUI — Some features are only available in China ROM.
• 🔍 Updates – Additional options may appear in new firmware versions.
• 🛠️ Integrity of system files (through MIUI Diagnostics in the settings).

💡

Before experimenting with system files, always back up through Settings → Additional → Backup or TWRP (if installed).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions