How to Enable Always On Display (AOD) on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Settings

Xiaomi’s Always On Display (AOD) feature on smartphones allows key information to be displayed on the screen even when it’s off—time, date, notifications, and even personalized wallpaper—not only convenient, but stylish: the screen looks like a live wristwatch. However, not all Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO models support AOD, and on some devices, the feature is hidden in the depths of settings or requires additional manipulation.

In this article, we will look at how to check your smartphone’s compatibility with Always On Display, activate the feature through standard and hidden settings, and customize it to your needs. We will focus on common problems, such as when AOD suddenly turns off or does not work after a MIUI update. If you want your Xiaomi screen to always remain “live”, read on.

Which Xiaomi models support Always On Display?

The Always On Display feature is not available on all Xiaomi devices, but the main support criteria are:

• 📱 AMOLED-screen. AOD It only works on smartphones with a matrix. AMOLED super AMOLED (Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi, and others K60 Pro) Devices with IPS-displays (e.g., Redmi Note 12) 4G) They do not support the function due to high power consumption.
• 🔋 Version. MIUI. On old firmware (below) MIUI 12) AOD It may not even be available on compatible models. → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 💡 Hardware support: Some budget models (e.g, POCO M5) have AMOLED, But the manufacturer turned it off. AOD software.

Below is a table with popular models and their AOD support (relevant to MIUI 14/15):

If your model is not listed, check the screen type through the AIDA64 app (display section).If it says AMOLED but AOD is not in the settings, try the methods in the next section.

How to Enable Always On Display through Standard Settings

On most supported models, the function is activated in several taps:

1. Open the Settings → Screen.
2. Find the Always On Display section (or Ambient Display on some firmware).
3. Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
4. Select the display style (e.g. Digital Watch, Analog Watch, or Image).

Some devices (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra) offer additional options:

• 🕒 Schedule: setting up work hours AOD (for example, only at night).
• 🔄 Screen rotation: displaying information when changing the orientation of the smartphone.
• 📱 Ascent: activation AOD lifting.

If the Always On Display section is not in the Screen menu, check:

• 🔍 Search by settings: enter the search bar settings query "Always On".
• 📲 Additional settings: on some firmware, the function is hidden in Settings → Special facilities → System settings.

Hidden ways to enable AOD on unofficially supported models

If your Xiaomi has AMOLED-screen, but the Always On Display feature is not in the settings, you can try to activate it through ADB (Android Debug Bridge, or third-party apps. This method runs on firmware MIUI 12-15, but may cause crashes on some devices.

For activation via ADB:

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times on the line with the version, then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put global always_on_display_enabled 1
3. Reset the device.

If ADB didn’t work, try apps like Always On AMOLED (available on Google Play), which mimic AOD but consume more power and can conflict with system processes.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) K50) forced inclusion AOD through ADB This will cause the screen to flicker off, in which case, undo the change with the command: adb shell settings put global. always_on_display_enabled 0

Customization of the appearance Always on Display

Once activated, AOD can be personalized, and the options available depend on the model and version of MIUI, but usually include:

• ⏰ Watch styles: digital, analog, minimalistic or animated (e.g. Dinosaur on Xiaomi 14).
• 🎨 Color schemes: color selection for watches and notifications (a gradient is available on some models).
• 📅 Additional information: Display date, charge level, weather or steps (requires synchronization with Mi Fit).
• 🖼️ Background image: loading your own wallpaper for AOD (formats supported PNG and JPEG prior 1080×2400).

To change the style:

1. Go to Settings → Screen → Always On Display
2. Click on Style and choose your favorite option.
3. To download custom wallpaper tap on the Image → Select from the gallery.

The Xiaomi 13/14 series features Dynamic AOD, which changes the style of the watch depending on the time of day or user activity.

1. In the AOD section, select Dynamic Style.
2. Activate the Automatic Change option.
3. Set up a schedule or triggers (such as changing style when battery power is low).

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If after the wallpaper change AOD And it started to shimmer, and try using a dark image. AMOLED-screens increase power consumption and can cause artifacts.

Why Always On Display Doesn't Work: Common Problems and Solutions

Even on supported models, AOD can shut down or malfunction, and here are the most common causes and ways to address them:

If AOD stopped working after the MIUI update, try:

1. Clear the system cache: Settings → Storage → Clear the cache.
2. Reset the screen settings: Settings → Screen → Resetting settings.
3. Reinstall the firmware through MIUI Recovery (instructions for experienced users).

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI 14 for POCO F4) post-setting AOD It can disappear from the menu, and then only manual activation through the menu will help. ADB or a regression to the previous version MIUI.

Energy consumption and how to reduce it

Although always on display, AMOLED-The screens consume a minimum of energy (about 0.5-1% per hour), when used actively, the battery can go down faster:

• ⏳ Limit your work time: set the schedule in Settings → Screen. → Always On → Schedule (for example, only from 20:00 to 8:00).
• 🔋 Disable unnecessary items: Hide date, weather, or notifications if they are not critical.
• 🌑 Use dark themes: bright colors (white, yellow) on the AMOLED You can increase your consumption. You can choose black styles.
• 🔄 Activate. AOD Only when lifting: in the settings, turn on the option Show when climbing.

To check the actual battery consumption:

1. Charge the phone to 100%.
2. Activate the AOD and leave the device alone for 1 hour.
3. Check the drop in charge in Settings → Battery → Use.

If your consumption exceeds 1.5% per hour, it is likely that the device is running background processes that conflict with AOD. Check application activity through Settings → Battery → Usage Statistics.

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On smartphones with a battery of 5000 mAh (for example, Redmi K70) AOD has little impact on autonomy. on devices with a battery of 4000 mAh and below (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite) it is recommended to limit the function life.

Always on Display for Unsupported Models

If your Xiaomi doesn’t support AOD, but you want to get similar functionality, consider these options:

• 🔄 Double Tap to Wake: Turn on Double Tap Screen Wake in Settings → Screen. → Double-touch wake-up, which allows you to quickly check the time without fully switching on the display.
• 📱 Simulation Apps: Always On AMOLED (for AMOLED-Glance Plus (for screens) IPS, high-consumption).
• 🕒 Widgets on a locked screen: some launchers (like Nova Launcher) allow you to add clock widgets to the lock screen.
• 🔌 Smartwatch or bracelet: sync Mi Band or Xiaomi Watch to display notifications and time.

Note that third-party AOD simulation applications have disadvantages:

• 🔋 High energy consumption (up to 5-10% per hour per day) IPS-screen).
• 🚫 System Process Conflicts (e.g. Google Assistant).
• 🔒 Limited functionality (no notification or animation support).

⚠️ Note: Apps like Always On AMOLED Overlaying on top of other applications may create security breaches.

FAQ: Frequent Questions About Always On Display on Xiaomi