Live wallpaper on Xiaomi devices transforms the interface to make it dynamic and unique. But standard MIUI or MIUI TV settings often limit users to basic static images. Fortunately, there are several proven ways to install video wallpapers, from built-in features to third-party applications with advanced capabilities.
In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for smartphones (Redmi, POCO, Mi) and Mi TVs TV/Redmi TV, And you'll learn how to make videos, what formats are supported, and how to avoid common installation errors, and for TV owners, you'll learn how to customize them in a separate section. MIUI TV Launcher.
Importantly, not all Xiaomi models officially support live wallpaper. If your device isn't on the compatible list, workarounds will be required, and we'll look at them, too. Let's start with the easiest way!
1. Standard live wallpaper in MIUI: where to look and how to turn on
Newer versions of MIUI 14/15 (and higher) have a built-in gallery of live wallpaper, but it's often hidden in the back of the menu.
- Open the Settings → Wallpaper.
- Select the "Live Wallpaper" tab** (if not, go to the next method).
- Scroll down: There may be pre-installed animations (e.g., Weather, Space, or Ocean).
- Click "Apply"** - the system will automatically adjust the animation to the screen resolution.
⚠️ Note: On budget models (Redmi) 9A, POCO M3) The live wallpaper tab may not be available due to iron limitations, in which case use third-party apps (Section 3).
Standard wallpapers consume minimal battery power because they are optimized for Xiaomi, but their choice is limited — usually no more than 5-7 options. If you want to download your video, read on.
2. Requirements for video wallpaper: format, resolution, duration
Not every video is good for wallpaper, and Xiaomi's system imposes strict restrictions on files.
| Parameter | For smartphones. | For TVs. |
|---|---|---|
| Format | .mp4,.mov (H.264 codecs) | .mp4 (H.265 preferable) |
| Permission | Corresponds to the screen (e.g. 1080×2400 for Redmi Note 12) | Not lower than 1920×1080 (for 4K TV - 3840×2160) |
| Duration | Up to 30 seconds (cyclical playback) | Up to 1 minute (on some models - up to 5 minutes) |
| File weight | Up to 15MB | Up to 50MB |
| FPS | 24-30 frames/sec | 30–60 fps (for smoothness) |
If your video doesn’t meet the requirements, use free converters:
- 🎬 HandBrake – to change resolution and codec.
- ✂️ CapCut or KineMaster – for pruning duration.
- 📱 Video Compressor (Android app) – to reduce file weight.
Critical error: Videos with bitrates above 10 Mbps will not play on Xiaomi TVs due to CPU limitations. check bitrate in file properties or use MediaInfo.
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For Mi TVs, TV Q2 and newer supported format.mkv with codec HEVC, but only through USB-accumulator.
3. Installation of video wallpaper through third-party applications
If you have a small amount of built-in wallpaper, use specialized programs. The best options for Xiaomi:
- 📱 Video Wallpaper & Live Wallpaper (Play Market) – Supports playlists and playback speed settings.
- 🎥 KLWP Live Wallpaper Maker – for advanced users (requires animation skills).
- 🖼️ Wallpaper Engine (only for Android TVs) TV) — PC-synchronization.
Step-by-step instructions for smartphones:
- Install an app (like Video Wallpaper).
- Open it and select Add Video** → specify the file on the device.
- Cut the video to the screen boundaries (use Fitting**).
- Click “Install Wallpaper” → select “Home Screen” or “Block screen”**.
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI Live wallpaper applications may conflict with the system launcher. If the wallpaper does not appear after installation, restart the device or change the launcher to Nova Launcher.
Download video in supported format |Install the app from Play Market |Shoot the video to screen resolution |Review for free memory (minimum 500 MB) |Deactivate battery optimization for wallpaper application-->
4. Live wallpaper on Xiaomi TVs: features of MIUI TV
Mi TV and Redmi TV (based on Android TV) support live wallpaper, but the algorithm for installing them is different from smartphones.
- Connect. USB-video storage (format) FAT32) television-to-TV.
- Open the settings → Personalization → Wallpaper.
- Choose "My wallpaper» → «Video».
If the video tabs** are not:
- 🔄 Update the TV firmware to the latest version (in Settings) → On TV. → Update of the PO).
- 📦 Install a Live Wallpaper Picker from Google Play (Google account required).
- 🖥️ Use it. ADB-commands to force the function to be included (section 6).
On Mi TV 4S and older, live wallpaper only works in Standby Screen (at more than 5 minutes inactivity). To ensure that it is displayed continuously, turn off energy saving in the screen settings.
How to check the compatibility of the TV with video wallpaper?
5. Manual video addition via ADB (for advanced)
If your device doesn’t support live wallpaper out of the box, you can enable a hidden feature via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a technique that works on most Xiaomi smartphones with an unlocked bootloader.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
- 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to unlock the developer menu).
- 🔌 USB Type C C Cable (original).
Teams to include live wallpaper:
adb shell settings put global live_wallpaper_enabled 1
adb shell am start -n com.android.wallpaper.livepicker/.LiveWallpaperPreviewAfter the commands are executed:
- Reset the device.
- Try installing wallpaper through a standard menu or third-party app.
⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Do not change other settings through settings put global unless you are sure of their purpose. For Xiaomi TVs, this method is not suitable - use alternative methods from section 4.
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ADB-Teams temporarily unlock hidden functions MIUI, But after resetting the settings or updating the firmware, they will have to be used again.
6. Alternative methods: widgets and animations
If the video wallpaper doesn’t work or is severely inhibited, consider alternatives:
- 🌊 Animated wallpaper from KLWP — created on the basis of static images with the addition of effects (waves, particles, gradients).
- 📱 Weather widget with animation (in) MIUI embedded).
- 🎮 Game Wallpaper – Some games (such as Genshin Impact) offer dynamic screensavers for the lock screen.
For TVs, it's fine.
- 🖼️ Slideshow from photos (configured in Settings) → Personalization → Slideshow).
- 🎵 Music Visualizer – Enabled when Playing through Mi Music.
These methods are less resource-intensive than video and do not require constant processor operation, for example, KLWP animations consume 3-5 times less battery than live wallpaper from video.
7. Frequent problems and their solutions
When installing video wallpapers, users encounter typical errors. Here's how to fix them:
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Video is not being played | Inappropriate format or codec | Convert to MP4 (H.264) via HandBrake |
| Wallpaper slows down. | High resolution or FPS | Reduce resolution to 720p and FPS to 24 |
| No sound. | MIUI blocks sound for wallpaper | Use a separate app (e.g. Video Live Wallpaper) |
| Wallpaper is reset after resetting | Limitation of system launcher | Install Nova Launcher or Hyperion Launcher |
If after all the manipulations the wallpaper still does not work, check:
- 📵 Power saving mode - turn it off in the battery settings.
- 🔒 Application permissions – give access to storage and autorun.
- 🔄 Updates MIUI — In new versions, there may be bugs with wallpaper.