How to make the flash flash flash flash when calling Xiaomi: all ways

Have you ever missed an important call because your phone was in your bag or on your desk in silent mode?The flash flash feature on an incoming call on Xiaomi smartphones solves this problem — bright flashes will attract attention even in a noisy room or when the sound is turned off. But not all users know that this option is hidden in the settings and requires the right activation.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to enable flash flash flash when calling on Xiaomi, Redmi devices, POCO Black Shark – from standard settings MIUI to hidden functions and third-party applications, special attention will be paid to the nuances for different versions of the firmware (from MIUI 12 to MIUI 15) and models without LED-You will also learn how to adjust the color, the blinking frequency and why the function may not work on some devices.

Why flash doesn't flash when calling by default

Many Xiaomi users are faced with the flash flash option being turned off out of the box.

• 🔹 Battery savings – the constant blinking of the LED consumes additional energy, so Xiaomi turns off the default feature.
• 🔹 Different versions MIUI — firmware MIUI 12.5 The option may be called differently or may be in another menu section.
• 🔹 Absence LED-Indicator – on some models (for example, POCO X3 Pro or Redmi Note 10S) manufacturer replaces the indicator with software backlighting of the screen, but the flash works.
• 🔹 Restrictions by region – in global firmware versions (e.g, MIUI Global) some functions may be reduced compared to Chinese (MIUI China).

Also, on budget models (like the Redmi 9A or POCO C31), flash can only flash when the battery is low, due to hardware limitations. Before setting up, check if your model supports this feature: just go to the camera settings and make sure the flash is physically working.

Method 1: Standard MIUI settings (for most models)

If your smartphone is running MIUI 12.5 or later, flash flashing can be enabled via the special features menu, which is suitable for most devices, including the Xiaomi 11/12/13 series, Redmi Note 10/11/12 and POCO F3/F4/F5.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the Special Features section (some firmware may call additional features).
3. Select Rumor → Flash at Notifications (or Blinking Flash).
4. Activate the Flash Switch when calling (may be called the Flash Camera).
5. Adjust the flash color (white or color if supported) and the flash frequency (fast/slow).

On some devices (such as the Xiaomi Mi 10T or POCO X3 NFC), the path may be slightly different:

Settings → System → Additional → Special features → Flash at notifications

Important! If Flash is not on the notification menu, your model does not support this function at the software level, in which case method 3 (application side) or method 4 (hidden settings via ADB) will help.

Method 2: Configure with "Mode in your pocket"

Xiaomi’s Pocket Mode (or Pocket Mode) feature is originally designed to prevent accidental taps when the phone is in your pocket. However, in some versions of MIUI, it also controls flash flashing when calling. This method works on the Redmi Note 9/10, POCO M3/M4 and other models with a proximity sensor.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings → Screen.
2. Find the Mode in your pocket (or Approximation Sensor).
3. Activate the Flash option when you call.
4. Adjust the sensor sensitivity – if it is too high, the flash may be triggered falsely.

In the models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T or POCO F4) flash flashing can automatically shut down when the battery is low (less than 10%) – this is protection against overheating of the LED.

Method 3: Third-party applications for flash flashing

If the standard settings don't work, you can use apps from Google Play, which are suitable for devices without official feature support or with outdated versions of MIUI (such as MIUI 11 or lower).

• 🔦 Flash Alerts 2 — Supports color, frequency and works even when the screen is off. A1/A2 (Android One).
• 🔦 Flash Notification – has a “only call” mode and does not conflict with system notifications.
• 🔦 Flash On Call is a minimalist application with Tasker support for automation.

How to set up:

1. Install one of the apps (e.g. Flash Alerts 2) from Google Play.
2. Grant permissions to access notifications and camera (to control the flash).
3. In the application settings, select Only Calls or Calls and SMS.
4. Adjust the color (if supported), the blinking interval and duration.
5. Add the app to boot (in Xiaomi’s battery settings), or it may be closed by the system.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X3 Pro) flash control applications require shutdown MIUI Optimization in the developer settings. Go to Settings for this. → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Click 7 times, then in the Developer Settings → Turn off optimization MIUI.

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If the application does not work, try to turn off the power saving mode for it in Settings→Applications→Battery management.

Method 4: Enable via ADB (for advanced users)

If your Xiaomi model does not support flash blinking at the software level, but the hardware flash is good, you can activate the function through the ADB-This method works for teams. POCO F1, Redmi K20 Pro and other devices with unlocked bootloader.

Step-by-step:

1. Install ADB and Fastboot Tools on your PC (you can download from the official Android Developers website).
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times), then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging over USB.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute a command in the terminal (or CMD):

adb shell settings put global flash_notification_enabled 1

1. To adjust the color (if supported) use:

adb shell settings put global flash_notification_color 0xFFFFFFFF #White


adb shell settings put global flash_notification_color 0xFF0000FF #Blue

1. Reboot the phone.

To turn off the blinking, use:

adb shell settings put global flash_notification_enabled 0

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB This may cause system failures. Before executing commands, back up your data through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

Frequent problems and their solutions

If the flash does not flash despite all settings, check the following points:

On some devices (such as the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra), the flash may conflict with the Always-On Display.

1. Open the Settings → Screen → Always-On Display
2. Turn off the option or set a work schedule.
3. Reboot the phone.

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If the flash flash flash only flashes when SMS, not when calling, check the notification settings for the Phone application in Settings→Applications→Management of Notifications.

Additional chips: color indication and automation

On some Xiaomi models (such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi K50 Pro), you can customize different flash colors for different contacts.

1. Install Flash Alerts 2 (from method 3).
2. Go to Settings → Notification Colors.
3. Add a rule for a specific contact (e.g. red for work, green for family).
4. Save the settings and test.

To automate blinking on a schedule (for example, only during business hours), use Tasker or MacroDroid.

1. Create a new macro with an Inbound Call trigger.
2. Add the action Flash Control → Enable.
3. Set a time limit (for example, from 9:00 to 18:00).
4. Save and activate the macro.

Prof. Advice: On devices with IR-with a blaster (e.g. Xiaomi Mi 10 or POCO F2 Pro) you can program flash blinking on the control of household appliances. Use the Mi Remote app and set up a user profile with the flash enable command.

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