The screensaver on a Xiaomi TV is the first thing you see after you turn on the device. Standard wallpaper from the manufacturer quickly becomes boring, and an unsuccessfully selected background can be annoying every time you start the TV. Fortunately, you can change the screensaver to Mi TV or Mi Box in a few minutes, if you know the correct settings and nuances of different versions of the firmware.
In this article, we will look at all the current ways to change the screensaver, from standard wallpapers in the PatchWall menu to install your own images via USB or cloud services. Separately, we will focus on the features of popular models — Mi TV 4S/5 Pro, Mi TV Q1/Q2 and Mi Box S, where the interface may be different. And if you like dynamic screensavers, we will teach you to customize slideshows from personal photos or videos.
Important: some methods require an Internet connection or pre-prepared files, so to avoid wasting time, check in advance whether your model supports the desired functions, which we will also talk about.
1. Standard wallpaper in PatchWall: the easiest way
If you have a Xiaomi TV with a PatchWall shell (most models after 2018), the easiest way to choose a screensaver from the built-in gallery is to regularly update the wallpaper collection, including holiday or season themed collections.
To change the screensaver through PatchWall:
- 📺 Turn on the TV and wait for the main screen to load.
- 🖱️ Press the Settings button on the remote control.
- 🎨 Select the Wallpaper section → Wallpaper gallery.
- ✅ Scroll through the available options and click OK favorably.
Some versions of the firmware may have a slightly different path, such as the Mi TV 5 Pro, go to Settings → Personalization → Lock screen wallpaper. If you don't find a partition, update the firmware, because the older versions have less user-friendly interfaces.
⚠️ Note: PatchWall wallpapers automatically adjust to screen resolution, but can be cropped on ultra-wide models (e.g. Mi). TV Master with a ratio of 21:9. Before applying, check the preview.
2. Install your own images via USB or cloud
Built-in wallpaper is not popular with everyone, so Xiaomi allows you to set your pictures. For this, you can use files in JPG, PNG or BMP formats with a resolution of at least 1920×1080 (for Full HD TVs). For 4K models (Mi TV Q1/Q2), it is better to use 3840×2160 images to avoid stretching.
Method 1: Through USB-accumulator
- 📁 Copy the desired images to a flash drive (folder is not important, but files must be in the root or in a folder with a Latin name).
- 🔌 Connect. USB To the TV (use the port) USB 2.0 or 3.0, if any).
- 🖼️ Go to Settings. → Personalization → My wallpaper. → Add wallpaper.
- 💾 Select the source. USB-device and specify the desired file.
Method 2: Through the cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud)
- ☁️ Upload the image to the cloud in advance (from your phone or computer).
- 📱 On your TV, open the Files or Mi Cloud app (if your Xiaomi account is tied).
Mi TV P1 and later support animated wallpaper in GIF format (up to 10 MB), but they can slow down on weak models.
File format: JPG/PNG/BMP
Resolution not lower than 1920×1080
File size up to 20 MB (up to 50 MB for 4K)
No watermarks or logos
Color neutral (so that you do not cut your eyes)-->
3. Setting up a slideshow from personal photos
If a static picture seems boring, you can make a dynamic screensaver of several photos, which is available on Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0 firmware and higher (released after 2020).
- 📷 Local photos - images from USB internal memory.
- ☁️ Cloud Albums – Photos from Google Photos or Mi Cloud (authorization required).
How to set up a slideshow:
- Connect USB with the photo folder or log in to the cloud account.
- Go to Settings → Personalization → Slideshow of wallpaper.
- Select the source (USB/cloud) and specify the folder with the images.
- Set the interval of changing pictures (from 5 to 60 seconds).
- Enable the option Smooth transitions for animation.
On the Mi TV 4A and Mi Box S, slideshows may not be supported due to hardware limitations, in which case use third-party apps like Dayframe or Photo Slideshow from Google Play (available on Android TV).
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For slideshows, choose photos with the same style (for example, only landscapes or black and white shots), sharp transitions between different topics can look chaotic.
4. Video screensavers: how to set a dynamic background
Video as a screensaver looks more impressive than static images, but not all Xiaomi models support this feature. Officially it is only available on flagship TVs with an Amlogic S905X4 chipset or later (for example, Mi TV Q2 75).
Official method (for supported models):
- 🎥 Prepare the video in format MP4 permittingly 1920×1080 or 3840×2160 (maximum 30 seconds, bitrate to 10 Mbit/s).
- 📁 Put the file on. USB-The storage device (the folder should be called Wallpapers).
- 🔌 Connect the flash drive to the TV and go to Settings → Personalization → Video wallpaper.
- 🖥️ Select video and set up playback cycles.
Informal method (for all models):
If your TV doesn’t support video screensavers, you can use the Live Wallpapers for TV app from Google Play:
- 📥 Install the app through the built-in Play Market (on Android) TV).
- 🎬 Upload the video to the app (or select from the built-in gallery).
- 🔄 Enable the Start-up option at start in the application settings.
⚠️ Attention: Video screensavers put a lot of strain on the TV's processor. TV 4A, Mi Box S) this can cause overheating or interface lags. Use the feature only on flagships.
| Model TV set | Support for video screensavers | Max. duration of the video | Recommended bitrate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi TV Q2 (2022) | ✅ Yes, natally) | 30 seconds. | up to 15 Mbps |
| Mi TV P1 (2021) | ✅ Yes (via the annexes) | 60 seconds. | up to 10 Mbps |
| Mi TV 4S (2019) | ❌ No (only static) | — | — |
| Mi Box S | ✅ Yes (only through third-party applications) | 20 seconds | up to 5 Mbps |
5. Resetting the screensaver to factory settings
If after experimenting with wallpaper, the TV starts to glitches (for example, the screensaver does not change or is displayed with artifacts), resetting the screen settings can help. This will not delete your files, but will return the standard wallpaper and display parameters.
How to drop the screensaver:
- 🔧 Go to Settings. → System system → Resetting and remediation.
- 🖼️ Select Reset screen settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
- ✅ Confirm the action with the button OK remote.
Once the TV is reset, it will reboot, and the screensaver will go back to the factory, and if the problem was the damaged wallpaper files, it will help. If not, check the integrity of the firmware or contact the service.
What to do if the screensaver does not change?
6.Alternative methods: third-party launchers and root access
For advanced users who lack standard features, there are radical ways to modify the screensaver: they require more effort, but give you complete control over the appearance of the TV.
Method 1: Installation of a third-party launcher
Launchers like ATV Launcher or Hal Launcher allow you to customize the main screen, including the screensaver.
- 📥 Download. APK-launcher USB.
- 🔧 In the settings of the TV, allow installation from unknown sources (Settings) → Security → Unknown sources).
- 🖥️ Install the launcher through the File Manager.
- 🔄 In the launcher settings, select the Wallpaper section and download your wallpaper.
Method 2: Change system files (root required)
This method is only suitable for power users, because doing the wrong thing can make the TV go down, and if you have root access, you can change the screensaver directly:
adb shell
su
mount -o rw,remount /system
cp /sdcard/my_wallpaper.jpg /system/media/theme/default_wallpaper.jpg
chmod 644 /system/media/theme/default_wallpaper.jpg
reboot⚠️ Warning: Incorrectly changing system files can lead to bootloop ( looped boot!
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The side launchers may conflict with PatchWall, especially on newer Xiaomi models. Check compatibility on forums (e.g. 4PDA or XDA Developers) before installing.
7. Frequent problems and their solutions
When changing the screensaver, users often encounter common mistakes, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:
- 🚫 Wallpaper not applicable: Check the file format (should be) JPG/PNG) And his permission. 4K-The little pictures will be stretched on TV.
- 🔄 Screensaver resets after reboot: It's an old firmware bug. Update the software via Settings → System system → Update.
- 🖼️ Black screen instead of wallpaper: The file may be corrupted. Delete it and upload it again.
- 📵 I can't see. USB-Driver: Try another port or format the flash drive into FAT32.
If the problem is not solved, try to reset the TV completely (Settings → Reset and Reset → Reset all settings).