How to put a screensaver on Xiaomi devices: 5 ways for TV and smartphones

The screensaver of a Xiaomi device is not just a decoration, but a way to protect the display from pixel burnout, save battery power (on smartphones) or add personalization. However, standard MIUI and MI TV settings do not always offer flexible options: users often face limited animation choices or a complete lack of functionality in some models. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to install the screensaver, from built-in tools to hidden firmware capabilities and third-party solutions.

It is important to understand that the algorithm of actions depends on the type of device: for Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A Pro series, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV Q2, etc.) and for smartphones (Redmi, POCO, Xiaomi 13/14) instructions are radically different. We will look at both cases, paying attention to the nuances of different versions of MIUI (from 12 to 14) and PatchWall (shell for TV).

1.Savers on the Xiaomi TV: standard settings

In most modern Xiaomi TV (2020 and later), the screensaver is enabled through the PatchWall menu, a proprietary shell based on Android TV. However, the interface may vary depending on the firmware version and region.

To activate the screensaver:

1. Press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to Settings → Display and Sound → Screensaver.
3. Select the type of screensaver: 🖼️ Photo - a static image from a gallery or standard wallpaper. ⏳ An analog or digital clock with a date. 🌌 Animation – dynamic wallpaper (not available on all models).

Set up an activation timer (from 1 to 30 minutes of inactivity).

If the screen saver is not on the menu, then your model does not support the function at the firmware level, in which case one of the alternative methods described below will help.

2. Hidden screensavers in Xiaomi TV: how to turn on through ADB

Some Xiaomis TV (Like Mi. TV 4S 55" or "Redmi Smart" TV X55) They have hidden screensavers that don't show up in the standard menu. ADB-Android Debug Bridge, which requires connecting the TV to a PC and basic command line knowledge.

Instructions:

1. Turn on USB debugging on TV: Go to Settings → About TV → Software version. Tap 7 times on the line with the version until the notification You become a developer!. Return to Settings → For developers and activate Debugging over USB.

USB 3.0

command-line

Terminal

adb devices

If the device is determined, execute the command to activate the hidden screensaver:

adb shell settings put global screensaver_components com.mitv.tvhome/.screensaver.PhotoScreensaver

After the TV reboot, additional options will be added to the Screensaver menu, including animations with natural landscapes and abstract patterns, which runs on PatchWall firmware version 3.0 and higher.

3.Savers on the Xiaomi smartphone: built-in MIUI capabilities

On Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO, the screensaver (or "lock screen") is customized via the Topics menu. However, here's the caveat: MIUI separates the concepts of "desktop wallpaper" and "lock wallpaper". The screensaver in the classic sense (activated when inactivity) on smartphones is absent, but you can configure:

• 📱 Animated lock wallpaper (for example, with paralax effect).
• ⏰ Watch widget on lock screen.
• 🌄 Dynamic wallpaper (changes depending on the time of day).

How to set up:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Select the Lock Screen section.
3. Scroll down to the Animated or Dynamic block.
4. Apply your favorite theme and set up the widget display (such as weather or notifications).

In the models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra or POCO F5 Pro) it is recommended to use dark wallpaper to reduce battery consumption. MIUI 14 is now available as an option Always-on Display (AOD), which displays time and notifications even when off – this partially replaces the classic screensaver.

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If there are few options in the Themes app, update it via Google Play or download additional wallpaper packages from the official website themes.mi.com (you need a Xiaomi account).

4. Third-party Scenario Apps on Xiaomi

If built-in options are not enough, you can install third-party apps. For Xiaomi TV, programs from Google Play (for example, Daydream or Aqua Mail Screensaver) are suitable, and for smartphones, specialized launchers or widgets.

Top.-3 annex TV:

For smartphones, it is popular:

• 🎨 KLWP Live Wallpaper Maker – creating custom animated wallpaper.
• ⏲️ Always On AMOLED — substitute AOD high-set.
• 🖥️ Niagara Launcher – Minimalistic Launcher with Dynamic Widget Support.

⚠️ Note: When installing third-party apps on Xiaomi TV Turn off battery optimization for them in the App settings → Special access → Battery optimization, otherwise the screensaver may not start.

5. Manual creation of the screensaver: photos and videos

If you want to use your own media as a screensaver, you can do it on Xiaomi TV through a standard menu or file manager.

For TV:

1. Copy photos/videos on the USB-storage device: JPG, PNG, MP4).
2. Connect the flash drive to the TV.
3. Open the File Manager and select the media folder.
4. Click Set as a screensaver (the option appears when you allocate a file).

For smartphones:

1. Install KLWP Live Wallpaper Maker from Google Play.
2. Import your media file into the project.
3. Set up animations (for example, smoothly changing the picture).
4. Use as wallpaper locks through Settings → Wallpaper.

⚠️ Attention: Video screensavers on TV This can cause overheating if the roller is longer than 5 minutes. The optimal format is cycles of 30-60 seconds.

Compress video to 1920×1080 (TV) | Convert to MP4 (H.264) | Remove audio track (avoid background noise) | Check brightness (dark frames are not visible on AMOLED)

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6 Problems and Solutions: Why the Screensaver Doesn't Work

Frequent errors when setting up a screensaver on Xiaomi and how to fix them:

If the problem persists, try resetting your TV to factory settings (Settings → System → Reset). On smartphones, check the permissions for the Themes app in Settings → Apps → Permissions Management.

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On Xiaomi TV with firmware below PatchWall 2.0, the screensavers are unstable. Updating to the latest version solves 80% of display problems.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the screensavers on Xiaomi