Changing the visual design of a smartphone is not just a way to stand out, but also an opportunity to personalize the device to your own style. Owners Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco often wonder if you can change the standard logo that appears when you boot the operating system.
The process of replacing or enabling animation depends on the firmware version MIUI Some methods require advanced rights, others work through a hidden engineering menu that is accessible to everyone_bootloader_ It can be risky, so you should be careful.
In this article, we’ll look at all the available ways, from simple settings in the developer menu to more complex computer manipulations, how to activate hidden logos, change screen behavior at start, and what to do if standard animation has been accidentally deleted or corrupted.
Standard MIUI Personalization Opportunities
Before you get to the more sophisticated methods, you should learn the basic functionality of the shell. Xiaomi regularly updates the interface with new themes and effects. In some versions of the firmware, the ability to change the logo is built directly into the theme settings.
To check the available options, go to Settings → Lock screen. This is often the Always On Display settings and wake effects. However, classic bootlogo animation is usually hidden deeper. Users may encounter a situation where the option is in the system code but not activated for the region.
It's worth noting that standard animation on new devices is often a dynamic brand logo. If you upgraded from an older version of MIUI, the familiar text logo may have disappeared. It can't be returned by standard means, you need to use third-party themes or modify it.
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Use the official Themes app to search for boot screens. Search for Boot or Logo to find themes that change system images.
It's important to distinguish between on-off animation and off animation. Often, settings are spread out across menu items or depend on the theme you choose. If you've set up a third-party theme, check out the description of the theme, because the author may have already embed the desired logo.
Activation through CIT Engineering Menu
One of the most effective ways to manage system parameters is the CIT (Customer Integration Test) Menu, a tool designed to diagnose hardware and software components, but that contains hidden interface switches.
To get to the menu, open the Phone app and dial the combination ##6484##. If the code didn't work, try ##4636##. In the list that opens, look for items related to Version or Hardware info. Some MIUI firmware hides the "Boot logo" or "CI" item.
- 📱 Find Version in the list and click on it several times to open the hidden menu.
- 🔍 Look for the option “Boot Animation” or “Logo Select».
- ✅ Select the desired logo from the list (for example, Mi, Redmi or Xiaomi).
- 💾 Click on “Apply” or “Save” to save the changes.
⚠️ Warning: Do not change settings in the sections related to screen or sensor calibration if you are not sure what you are doing.
If you don't have an explicit animation switch on your menu, it doesn't mean that the method won't work. Sometimes activation happens automatically after you log in to certain diagnostic sections. Once you leave the CIT menu, reboot the device with the Reboot command in the power menu.
Use of Superuser Rights (Root)
For owners of devices with unlocked bootloader and installed Root access (for example, through Magisk) opens up the maximum possibilities. You can directly edit the system files responsible for downloading.
The main file to be changed is located along the path /system/media/bootanimation.zip. However, simply replacing this file can lead to bootloop.
The process of installing custom animation is as follows:
- Download the archive with the desired animation (format.zip or.zipanim).
- Place the file in the root of internal memory or in the /data/local/bootanimation.zip folder.
- Use a file manager with root rights (such as Root Explorer or MT Manager).
- Replace the original file by backing it up.
What is Bootloop?
Remember that having superuser rights voids the device warranty in most service centers, and some banking applications may fail when a modified system is detected.
Modification via ADB and computer
If you do not want to get Root rights, but the standard menu does not give the desired result, you can use debugging over USB. the ADB protocol (Android Debug Bridge) allows you to send commands to the system from a computer.
To start, activate the developer mode. Go to Settings → About Phone and press 7 times on MIUI Version. Then, in the advanced settings, turn on “Debugging on USB.” Connect your smartphone to your PC and install ADB drivers.
adb shell settings put global boot_animation 1This command can activate hidden animations if provided by firmware, and you can also delete the standard animation file (root required) so that the system uses a default logo from the bootloader:
adb shell rm /system/media/bootanimation.zip- 💻 Make sure that the current drivers are installed on the computer. ADB.
- 🔌 Use the original cable for a stable connection.
- ⚙️ Allow debugging on the smartphone screen when you first connect.
The good thing about ADB is that it allows you to quickly roll back changes. If a new animation doesn't like it or causes an error, you can restore the original file through your computer without logging in to Recovery.
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Comparison of Logo Change Methods
The choice of method depends on your skills and goals. Below is a table that helps you determine the best option for your situation.
| Method | Difficulty | Risk to the system | Demands a Root. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIUI themes | Low. | No. | No. |
| Engineering menu | Medium | Minimum | No. |
| ADB team | Tall. | Medium. | No (partially) |
| Replace files (Root) | Very high. | High-pitched | Yes. |
As you can see from the table, the safest way is the use of themes. However, they may not give you complete control over the duration and quality of animations. Root methods give you complete control, but require a deep knowledge of the Android file system.
If you're a beginner, start by installing themes from a formal store. It's safe and reversible. Advanced users can experiment with ADB, but always have a working firmware on hand to restore.
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Data security is more important than visual effects. Always backup before making changes to system files.
Possible problems and solutions
Users may encounter various difficulties in setting up, most often the problem is that the animation version is incompatible with the screen resolution or Android version.
If you've got a new animation that's stuck on your logo, don't panic. Try pressing the power and volume button to enter Recovery Mode. You can reset the factory settings from there, but that will delete all the data.
⚠️ Warning: If the screen turned black or artifacts appeared immediately after replacing bootanimation, it may be that the file is corrupted.Requires flashing the device via the Mi Flash Tool.
It also happens that the animation just doesn't play and the phone immediately goes to the lock screen.This can mean that the file format is not supported.
Sometimes cleaning the system cache helps. Go to Settings → Advanced Settings → Memory and clear the cache. This won't delete your files, but it can fix graphics display errors.