How to put your photo on the screensaver Xiaomi: 3 proven ways

You want to personalize your Xiaomi device, but you don’t know how to replace the standard screensaver with your favorite photo? This guide will help you understand the process – from choosing the right image to adjusting the display on the lock screen or TV. We will look at all the current methods for smartphones on MIUI and Mi TVs. TV, including hidden functions not covered in official manuals.

It is important to understand that the algorithm of actions depends on the type of device and firmware version. For example, on Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall interface, the process is different from standard Android. TV, And on smartphones, from the version MIUI (12/13/14). We have taken into account all the nuances so that you can customize the screensaver without errors.

If you’ve tried to change the background before, but have encountered a message like “Not supported format” or “Resolution too big,” this article will provide a solution, and we’ll also show you how to get around system limitations and use any images, including live wallpapers, even if your model doesn’t officially support them.

1. Image preparation: photo requirements for screensaver

Before you set a photo, you have to prepare it properly. Xiaomi has very strict requirements for resolution, format and even color gamut of images, and if you ignore these rules, you get a stretched, cropped or pixelated picture.

The main parameters for smartphones:

• 📏 Permission: minimum 1080×1920 (Full HD) It's perfect for modern models — 1440×3200 for flagships (for example, Xiaomi) 13 Pro).
• 🖼️ Format:.jpg,.png or.webp only. HEIC (Photos from iPhone are not supported without conversion.
• 🎨 Color Profile: sRGB. Images in Adobe RGB or ProPhoto RGB They'll look faded.
• 📱 Side ratio: 9:18 for vertical wallpaper (lock screens), 16:9 for horizontal (work desk).

For Mi TVs, TV (including the Mi models TV 4S, Mi TV Q1):

• 📺 Permission: not less 3840×2160 (4K UHD). At lower resolution, the system automatically stretches the image, resulting in loss of quality.
• 🔄 Orientation: Landscape only, vertical photos will be cropped at the edges.
• 🖥️ Security zone: important elements (faces, text) should be in the central area (≈70% of width, as the edges of the image may be cropped due to overscan (especially on older models).

⚠️ Warning: If you use photos of people, make sure their faces don't get into cropping areas. Xiaomi TVs are cut off by default ≈5% of the image on each side. check this in advance in any graphics editor (e.g. Photoshop or free). GIMP).

To check the image resolution:

1. On PC: right-click on the file → Properties → Detailed.
2. On your smartphone: use the Gallery app → Open the photo → press ⋮ → Information.

💡

If your photo is too small, use neural networks to upscale (increase resolution). Services like BigJPG or Let's Enhance will increase the resolution for free to a higher resolution. 4K quality-free.

2. Method 1: Installation of the photo through standard settings (MIUI)

This is the simplest method that works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and other smartphones. POCO s MIUI 12 and newer.It's suitable for replacing the background on the lock screen and desktop.

Instructions:

1. Open the Gallery app and select the photo you want.
2. Press three points (⋮) top-right → Choose Set How to Install.
3. There will be a menu with options: 📱 Lock screen – the background will only be on the locked screen. 🏠 Desktop - background for the main screen. 🔄 Both screens – the photo will be on the lock and on the desktop.

Select the desired item and confirm the action.

If the option is set as missing:

• 🔧 Check that the photo is saved in the Gallery, not in the cloud (Google Photos or Mi Cloud).
• 📲 Update the Gallery app through the Play Store.
• 🔄 Restart your smartphone – sometimes system processes hang over.

Photo saved in local memory (not in the cloud)

The resolution corresponds to the screen of the device

File format — JPG/PNG

Gallery Updated to the latest version-->

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro), when selecting a background for the lock screen, the system suggests cropping the image. If you miss this step, the photo will automatically scale, which can lead to the loss of important details.

For Mi TVs, TV differential:

1. Copy the photo on USB-storage device FAT32).
2. Connect the flash drive to the TV.
3. Open the gallery. → Local devices → [The name of your flash drive].
4. Select a photo. → Click Set as wallpaper.

3. Method 2: Use of the topics MIUI customize

If the standard method does not suit (for example, you want animated wallpaper or unique effects), you can use the theme. MIUI. This method allows you to install dynamic screensavers that respond to touch or time of day.

How it works:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the Wallpaper section → Lock screen or desktop.
3. Select My Wallpaper Category (bottom of the screen).
4. Press. + → select a photo from the gallery.
5. Adjust the effects (for example, Parallax - parallax effect when tilting the phone).

Advantages of this method:

• 🎭 Dynamic wallpaper is available (for example, color change depending on the time of day).
• 🖌️ You can apply background blur for the lock screen (it is useful if the photo is small details).
• 🔄 The ability to configure different wallpaper for locking and desktop.

Limitations:

• ❌ Not all models support animated wallpaper (e.g. Redmi). 9A It does not have a Live Wallpaper feature).
• ❌ On Mi TVs. TV topic MIUI Unavailable – only standard background change.

Static photo

Dynamic Wallpapers (Live Wallpapers)

Abstract patterns

Dark wallpaper (AMOLED-optimized)-->

Method 3: Manual file copying (for power users)

If the first two methods fail (e.g., due to firmware limitations), you can manually replace the system wallpaper files. ADB, But it gives you full control of the screensavers.

Instructions for smartphones:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and enable debugging. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press the version → Come back to the extra. → For developers).
2. Download ADB Tools and unpack the archive.
3. Open the command line in the adb.exe folder and type in: adb devices (your device should appear).
4. Copy your photo in the system folder of wallpaper: adb push C:\path\to\your\photo.jpg /sdcard/MIUI/wallpaper/
5. Reset the phone. The new photo will appear on the wallpaper list.

For Mi TVs, the process is more complicated:

• 📁 We need to replace the files in /system/media/wallpapers/ (root).
• 🔧 Alternative: Use Custom Launcher (e.g., Custom Launcher, ATV Launcher, which allows you to install any wallpaper without restrictions.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Before experimenting, back up your data through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

5. Solving the Problem: Why the Photo Is Not Installed

Sometimes users encounter errors when changing the screensaver, and let's look at the most common problems and their solutions.

If your photo is blurred:

• 🔍 Check if background blur for the lock screen is included in the settings (Settings) → Lock screen → Wallpaper effects).
• 📏 Make sure the resolution of the photo matches the screen (for example, for Xiaomi). 12T minimum 1220×2720).

For Mi TVs, TV A common problem is the black screen after the wallpaper is installed:

• 🖥️ Incompatible permission (e.g. attempt to establish a 1080p on 4K-television).
• 🔌 Graphics accelerator failure Solution: Reboot the TV by holding the power button for 10 seconds.

💡

If none of these methods helped, try resetting the theme settings to standard: Settings → Topics → Reset to the factory. Reset the background after that.

6. Additional chips: animations, widgets and hidden features

In addition to static wallpaper, Xiaomi devices can be customized to more advanced customization. Let's consider a few little-known features.

Animated wallpapers (Live Wallpapers):

• 🌊 On smartphones with MIUI 13+ You can have live wallpapers that respond to the tilt of the phone, and you can set them up through Settings. → Wallpaper. → Live wallpaper.
• 🎮 For gaming smartphones (Black Shark, POCO F) has unique animated themes with particle effects.

Widgets on the lock screen:

• ⏰ You can add hours, weather or notifications over the background. → Lock screen → Widgets.
• 📊 On Mi TVs. TV With PatchWall, you can configure the display of weather and content recommendations on the screensaver.

Hidden settings:

• 🔍 Enter the Phone app code ##36446337## to open the display testing menu, and check how your photo will look at different brightness levels.
• 🎨 On some models (Xiaomi) 11T Pro) Super Wallpapers mode is available - wallpapers that change smoothly depending on the time of day.

For TVs:

• 📺 B Settings → Display and sound → Screen saver can choose a slideshow from your photos instead of a static image.
• 🎵 In some firmware there is an option "Music screensaver" - wallpaper synchronized with the music being played.

💡

If you want your wallpaper to change automatically, use the Wallpaper Changer app from Play Store, which supports a background change schedule (e.g., a new photo every morning).

7.Security: can I put other people's photos on the screensaver

Many users are wondering: is it legal to use other people's images (from the Internet, social networks) as wallpaper?

What is permitted:

• 🖼️ Photos from free drains (Unsplash, Pexels, Pixabay) – they are distributed under license CC0 (limitlessly).
• 🎨 Images marked “For Personal Use” (e.g. from Google Images with a filter under license).
• 📸 Your own photos or photos of friends (with their consent).

What is forbidden:

• 🚫 Using brand logos (for example, photos from Apple or Nike without blurring the logo).
• 🚫 Photos of celebrities without permission (may violate the right to publicity).
• 🚫 Watermarked images (even if downloaded from Pinterest).

How to check the image license:

1. In Google Images, click Tools → Rights of use.
2. On the stock (Shutterstock, Adobe Stock) look for the mark Royalty-Free.

⚠️ Note: If you are using a photo with VK Or Instagram, remember, even if the account is public, the author can file a copyright complaint, and it's safer to use services like Pexels, where all the images are free for personal use.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions