How to make Xiaomi devices more beautiful: from smartphone to TV

Xiaomi devices are famous not only for their powerful stuffing and affordable price, but also for flexible customization capabilities. However, the standard MIUI or PatchWall interface (for TV) often looks boring and formulaic. The good news is that even without root rights, you can radically transform the appearance of a smartphone, tablet or TV brand — from wallpaper to system animations.

In this article, we will look at 15 proven ways to make Xiaomi more beautiful, from basic settings to advanced tricks with the theme of design, fonts and even hardware buttons. All methods are tested on current models (2023-2026) and do not require special knowledge.

Important: some changes can affect performance or autonomy, and we've noted these with warnings -- read them carefully!

1. Change of the theme of design: from minimalism to cyberpunk

The fastest way to transform Xiaomi is to install a new theme from the official store, in MIUI and HyperOS, it is done through the Theme app, and on TVs, it is done in the Settings → Personalization section.

How to choose a theme that will not slow down the system:

• 🔍 Look for themes marked “Optimized” — they have passed compatibility tests with your model.
• ⚡ Avoid themes with.mtz animations larger than 50MB, which can put more strain on the processor.
• 🎨 For Mi TV TVs, select themes with a resolution of 3840×2160 (4K), otherwise the wallpaper will be stretched.
• 📱 On smartphones, check reviews: if users complain about “launcher departures”, it is better not to install the topic.

Hidden life hack: MIUI 14+ and HyperOS can combine elements from different themes, such as taking icons from one theme and wallpaper from another.

1. Open the Topic app.
2. Select your favorite theme and click Apply Partially.
3. Tick only the necessary elements (icons, fonts, sounds).

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If you lose your notification icons after you change the theme, restart the device. This is a MIUI bug that can be fixed with a simple reboot.

2. Castom wallpaper: where to download and how to install without loss of quality

Standard wallpaper in Xiaomi quickly become boring, and the theme store offers a limited selection. Fortunately, there are ways to set any image in maximum resolution - even animated.gif or video wallpaper.

The best sources of wallpaper for Xiaomi devices:

• 🌄 WallpapersCraft is a wallpaper with a resolution of up to 8K, optimized for AMOLED- screens.
• 🖼️ Unsplash is a free, high-quality photo (see #Xiaomi, #AMOLED).
• 🎮 4K Wallpapers are a collection for gamers and cyberpunk enthusiasts.
• 📱 Backdrops (Android) is an application with wallpaper adapted to dynamic colors MIUI.

How to install wallpaper without loss of quality:

1. Download the image in a resolution that exceeds the resolution of your screen (for example, for Redmi Note 12 Pro+ with 2712×1220 take 3840×2160 wallpaper).
2. Move the file to the DCIM/Wallpapers folder on your device.
3. Open the Settings → Wallpaper and select My Wallpaper.
4. Hold your finger on the screen to adjust the scale and position.

For Mi TV and Xiaomi TV, there is a nuance: the system automatically trims the wallpaper to the aspect ratio of 16:9. To avoid distortion, use images with a resolution of 3840×2160 and a central composition.

3: Replacement of icons: from flat design to 3D- effects

Icons in MIUI are often criticized for being unmodern, and fortunately, they can be replaced without root rights, with launchers or special packs of icons.

Top-3 is a way to change the icons to Xiaomi:

For Xiaomi TVs, the only way to change icons is through alternative launchers like the ATV Launcher, and this can disrupt XiaoAI's voice assistant.

4. font setting: how to install custom headsets

Xiaomi fonts are neutral by default, but they are easy to replace with more stylish or even animated ones. MIUI 14+ and HyperOS do this through the Settings menu → Display → Font, but the choice is limited. For advanced features, you will need third-party tools.

Step-by-step instructions for installing custom fonts:

The best sources of free fonts:

• 🔤 Google Fonts — more than 1,000 open-license headsets.
• 🎨 DaFont is a thematic font (cyberpunk, retro, handwritten).
• 📱 Fontification is a preview app.

Important: On devices with MIUI 13 and below, custom fonts can cause system applications to crash (e.g., Messages or Contacts). Before installing, back up via Settings → Additional → Backup.

5. Animations and transitions: how to speed up or smooth the interface

Standard animations in Xiaomi sometimes look twitchy, especially on budget models, and can be turned off completely (for performance) or replaced with smooth ones – with hidden settings or third-party modules.

How to set up animations:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find items: Window animation scale (set 0.5x for acceleration or 1.5x for smoothness); Transition animation scale; Animator duration.

For advanced users: the MIUI Animation Changer (requires Magisk) module allows you to install custom animations from iOS or One UI.

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Turning off animations increases the speed of the interface by 15-20%, but makes it less lively. The optimal balance is a scale of 0.75x.

6. Hidden MIUI features for customization

MIUI and HyperOS have features that are not covered in the official guides, which allow you to fine-tune the look of the system without third-party applications.

Top-5 hidden chips:

• 🎛️ System Color Palette: Go to Settings → Display → Colors and select Adaptive – the system will pick up shades for your wallpaper (works on MIUI 13+).
• 🔄 Double tap to wake up: in Settings → Lock screen you can assign a double tap action (e.g., start a camera or flashlight).
• 📱 Hidden gestures: in Settings → Additional → Special features → Gestures is a three-click option for quick access to applications.
• 🔊 Adaptive sound: in Settings → Sound → Sound effects can be enabled Adaptation to headphones to improve music quality.
• 🌙 Dark theme on schedule: in Settings → Display → Dark theme set to automatically turn on depending on the time of day or sunset / dawn.

For Xiaomi TVs, there is a hidden feature: if you press the Home button on the remote for 5 seconds, you will open a menu of quick access to the sound and image settings (works on Mi TV 5 and later).

7.Castomization of the notification panel and curtains

The notification panel in Xiaomi can be customized to your needs: change the order of the switches, add new elements or even change the display style.

How to edit the curtain:

1. Open the notification bar and click on the ⚙️ icon (cogwheel).
2. Choose to edit the switches.
3. Drag the desired elements to the active area (for example, Airplane Mode, Hot Spot).
4. To change style, go to Settings → Notification Panel and select Curtain Style (available in MIUI 14+).

Tip: If the curtain lacks switches, install the Power Shade app. It adds custom tiles (for example, to quickly launch apps or screenshots).

8. Physical customization: covers, stickers and backlighting

The appearance of Xiaomi devices can be changed not only software, but also physically - with the help of accessories, the main thing is to choose compatible solutions that do not damage the device.

The best ways to physically customize:

• 📱 Backlit cases: The Redmi Note 12 and POCO F5 have RGB- backlit cases that sync with music.
• 🎨 Skins: Companies like dbrand or Slickwraps offer vinyl stickers with the texture of wood, carbon fiber, or even leather substitute.
• 🔦 Camera backlight: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra) sell LED-backlit rings that are attached around the camera module.
• 🖥️ Mi TV Stands: Instead of a standard leg, you can install a VESA- bracket and hang the TV on the wall or use a decorative wooden/metal stand.

⚠️ Warning: Camera stickers (e.g., to protect glass) can degrade the quality of the photo. If you use a skin, cut a hole under the lens with a margin of 1-2 mm.

For smartphones with a transparent back panel (for example, Redmi K60 Ultra) you can order custom stickers on the internal components – this will create a unique visual effect.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi customization