How to put a standard theme on Xiaomi Redmi: 3 working ways

Resetting the custom theme to the factory in Xiaomi Redmi smartphones can be necessary for many reasons, from design bugs to the desire to return the usual minimalist MIUI. However, not all users know that the process of returning a standard theme depends on the firmware version, device model and even regional settings. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods - from simple reset through the theme menu to manual restoration of system files for experienced users.

Many people mistakenly believe that it is enough to simply select the default theme in the settings, but in practice, after installing custom themes, artifacts often arise: icons remain changed, fonts are not reset, and in some cases the system does not offer the option of returning to factory design. We have tested all methods on devices from Redmi Note 10 Pro to Redmi 12 - and are ready to provide step-by-step instructions taking into account the nuances of different versions of MIUI.

If you are faced with the fact that after applying a third-party theme, the smartphone began to slow down or some interface elements are displayed incorrectly, do not rush to make a complete reset. In 90% of cases, the problem is solved in 2-3 minutes without losing data. The main thing is to correctly determine which method is suitable for your situation.

1. Method: Reset theme through the standard MIUI menu

The easiest and most secure method that works on most Redmi devices with MIUI 12 and later is suitable for cases where you installed themes from the official Theme Store and want to return the original design without additional manipulation.

Open the Themes app (brush and palette icon). If it's not on the home screen, search the system. In the bottom menu, select My Themes, then tap the active theme (it'll be ticked). In the window that opens in the upper right corner, click three dots and select Remove Theme or Reset to standard - the wording may vary depending on the firmware version.

If there is no reset option, try an alternative route:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Display Style.
2. Select Standard or Default in the Color Scheme section.
3. Go back to Settings → Additional → Themes and apply the Basic MIUI Theme.

⚠️ Note: On some devices with MIUI 14 and HyperOS, the theme reset option can be hidden. If the interface has not returned to the factory look after removing the custom theme, restart the smartphone - the changes will apply after restarting the system.

This method doesn't affect user data, but only resets visual elements: icons, wallpaper, fonts and color schemes. APK-files, standard reset may not work – in this case, proceed to the next method.

2. Method: Reset display settings (without data loss)

If the first method didn’t work or there’s no theme reset option, try resetting your screen settings.This method doesn’t delete your files, photos or apps, but returns all visual settings, including themes, wallpaper and animations, to factory settings.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 5-7 times on the MIUI version until you become a developer! (this will unlock hidden options).
3. Return to the main Settings menu and select Additional → Reset.
4. Select Reset Display Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
5. Confirm the action and wait for the device to restart.

Once restarted, the system will use the standard MIUI theme, but the saved wallpaper and some visual settings may remain. To fully return the factory look, additionally follow the steps from the first method.

3. Method: Manual installation of a standard theme through MTZ-file

For advanced users who have encountered system bugs after installing custom themes, there is a method of manually restoring a factory theme through a.mtz file. This method requires a computer and a program Mi PC Suite or ADB, but it is guaranteed to work even on devices with corrupted system theme files.

First, download the official MIUI Default Theme.mtz for your Redmi model. Files can be found on the XDA Developers forums or in the firmware archives at en.miui.com. Make sure the theme version matches your firmware (for example, MIUI 14 won't work for MIUI 12 theme).

Installation via Mi PC Suite:

1. Connect Redmi to your computer via USB (enable USB debugging in the developer settings).
2. Open the Mi PC Suite and go to the Themes section.
3. Click Import theme and select the downloaded.mtz file.
4. Confirm the installation and wait for the process to be completed.

Installation via ADB (for experienced users):

adb push MIUI_Default_Theme.mtz /sdcard/MIUI/theme/


adb shell am start -n com.android.themes/.activity.ThemePreviewActivity -d file:///sdcard/MIUI/theme/MIUI_Default_Theme.mtz

⚠️ Note: An incorrectly selected.mtz file may cause interface failures. Before installing, check if the theme is compatible with your version. MIUI If after applying the theme, the smartphone starts to overheat or fly into the bootloop, perform a full reset via Recovery Mode.

Download the correct version of.mtz file |Enable debugging on USB|Install Mi PC Suite or ADB|Read backup | Check battery power (minimum 50%)

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4. Resolve common problems after resetting the topic

Even after a successful return of a standard theme, Redmi users may encounter residual bugs, and here are the most common problems and ways to solve them:

• 🔄 App icons unchanged: Clear the launcher cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Launcher, then restart the device.
• 🎨 Interface Colors are Misrepresented: Go to Settings → Display. → Color mode and select Standard.
• 📱 Black screen after reset: Press the power button on 10-15 If the problem repeats, reset via Fastboot.
• 🔊 Notification sounds are lost: Return standard sounds to Settings → Sound and vibration → Notification sounds.

If the basic app icons (such as Camera or Phone) are missing after resetting the theme, it means that the custom theme has overwritten the system icons, and you can restore them only through a full reset or reflash the device.

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If the weather or calendar widgets disappear after resetting the theme, reinstall the MIUI Home system application through Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three points → Show system → MIUI Home → Reinstall.

5. Complete resetting of settings: when necessary

If none of the above methods helped to return the standard theme, and the MIUI interface is unstable, the last option is a complete reset, which deletes all user data, including photos, messages and installed applications, so use it only as a last resort.

How to perform the reset:

1. Back up important data via Settings → About Phone → Backup or Mi Cloud.
2. Go to Settings → Additional → Resetting settings.
3. Choose Delete all data and confirm the action.
4. After the reboot, the device will suggest you configure it as new – select a standard theme at the initial setup stage.

Critical information: On devices with unlocked bootloader and custom firmware (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience), resetting can lead to a loss of system boot capability, in which case you need to re-rout through Fastboot or TWRP.

If you are not sure of your actions, contact the Xiaomi service center - specialists will perform a reset with a guarantee of maintaining the device's health. Self-reset on devices with a damaged system (for example, after a failed rooting) can lead to a brick (complete inoperability).

6 How to avoid problems with topics in the future

In order not to face the need to reset the topic, follow these recommendations when working with custom design on Redmi:

• 🛡️ Install themes only from the official store: Third-party.mtz files may contain malicious code or incompatible items.
• 📱 Check compatibility with the version MIUI: Theme for MIUI 12 will not work properly on the MIUI 14.
• 🔄 Create a Restore Point: Before installing a new theme, back up through Settings → Additionally. → Backup.
• 🔍 Read reviews before installation: On forums 4PDA or XDA Often discuss bugs of specific topics.

If you like to experiment with design, consider using launchers (like Nova Launcher or Hyperion Launcher) that allow you to change icons and wallpaper without interfering with MIUI system files, which completely eliminates the risk of crashes.

Also pay attention to the Dynamic Wallpaper feature in new versions of MIUI - it offers flexible interface configuration without installing full themes. To activate it, go to Settings → Wallpaper → Dynamic Wallpaper and select one of the options offered.

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Using launchers instead of system themes is the safest way to customize Redmi, as they do not affect MIUI files and are easily deleted without consequences.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting themes on Xiaomi Redmi