How to remove the watch from the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi: the complete guide

The lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones displays time, date and notifications – this is a standard feature MIUI, But not everyone likes the big numbers of the watch that take up half the display, especially on models with a high-resolution display. AMOLED-In the case of screens where constant display of time can cause burn-in pixels, others just want a minimalist look or hide the extra information from prying eyes.

In this article, we’ll look at all the working ways to remove watches from the lock screen, from standard MIUI settings to ADB and root-right methods. Note that some solutions require technical knowledge, and the wrong actions can disrupt the system. If you’re a beginner, start with the simplest options.

Why can’t you just turn off the clock?

Unlike many other manufacturers (such as Samsung or Google Pixel), Xiaomi does not provide a direct option to hide the clock on the lock screen.This is due to the philosophy of MIUI, where the lock screen is considered as an information hub.

• 🔄 Change of theme – some of the topics MIUI Themes hide watches or make them translucent.
• 📱 Using third-party launchers – for example, Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher – can override some locking elements.
• 🔧 System File Editing – Requires root rights and structure knowledge /system/priv-app.
• 🖥️ ADB-commands – allow you to disable system components without root access.

It is important to understand that after the MIUI update, some changes may reset, for example, after upgrading to MIUI 14, users noted the clock returning to the lock screen even after their previous hiding.

Method 1: Using MIUI design themes

The safest and easiest method is to set up a theme that by default hides the watch or makes it barely visible.

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the Online section and search for minimal lockscreen or no clock.
3. Select a theme with a minimalist lock screen (e.g., "Pure Black" or "Dark Minimal").
4. Click Apply and confirm the changes.

If the theme does not hide the watch completely, but reduces its size, you can additionally edit it through MIUI Theme Editor (requires registration in Xiaomi Account).

Make sure the theme is compatible with your version of MIUI

Read reviews about the topic (especially about blocking)

Backup your current theme in Settings → Themes → My themes

Check if the theme hides other important elements (such as notification icons)

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⚠️ Attention: Some topics from MIUI Themes contain ads or collect data. Only install high-ranking topics (4.5)+ stars) and a large number of downloads (100K+).

Method 2: ADB-commands to shut down system clocks

If the themes didn’t work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a tool for debugging Android devices, which does not require root rights, but requires connecting your smartphone to your computer.

Here's the step-by-step instruction:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
2. Activate Developer Mode on your smartphone: go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and tap 7 times on this item.
3. Enable USB debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
4. Connect your phone to your PC and execute in the command line:

adb devices


adb shell pm hide com.android.keyguard

If the first team doesn’t work, try:

adb shell settings put global hide_clock_on_lockscreen 1

Once the device is restarted, the clock must disappear. To get it back, do:

adb shell settings put global hide_clock_on_lockscreen 0

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They may conflict with system updates. MIUI The clock may appear again and the procedure will have to be repeated.

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If ADB doesn’t recognize the device, try reinstalling Xiaomi USB Drivers drivers or using the original cable from the kit. Cheap cables often don’t support data transfer.

Method 3: Edit system files (root only)

If you have root rights (like Magisk), you can manually edit the files that display the watch, which is the most reliable method, but also the most risky one, because incorrect changes can lead to a bootloop.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Follow the path:

/system/priv-app/MiuiSystemUI/MiuiSystemUI.apk/res/layout/

1. Find the file. keyguard_clock.xml or miui_keyguard_clock.xml.
2. Open it in the text editor and replace visibility="visible" with visibility="gone".
3. Save the changes, set the correct resolutions (644) and restart the device.

Alternative path (for new versions of MIUI 13/14):

/system/priv-app/SystemUI/SystemUI.apk/res/layout/

If the file keyguard_clock.xml No, try looking in:

/system/priv-app/MiuiSystemUIPlugin/MiuiSystemUIPlugin.apk/

Method 4: Using the Xposed Framework (for advanced)

If you have an Xposed Framework installed (only works on older versions of Android before the Xposed Framework is installed) 10), You can use the No Lockscreen Clock or the GravityBox to hide your watch. 7/8/9 on MIUI 11/12.

Step-by-step:

1. Install Xposed Installer and activate it in Settings → Additional → For developers.
2. Download GravityBox [MM] or No Lockscreen Clock via Xposed repository.
3. Activate the module and restart the device.
4. In the module settings, find the Hide Clock on Lockscreen option and turn it on.

For MIUI 13/14 on Android 12/13, Xposed doesn’t work – you can try LSPosed instead, but support for locking modules is limited.

⚠️ Attention: Use Xposed/LSPosed This can disrupt Google Pay, Banking Apps and other applications that check the integrity of the system (SafetyNet.

Method 5: Alternative launchers with lock customization

Some third-party launchers, such as Nova Launcher, Action Launcher or Smart Launcher, allow you to configure the lock screen through plugins.C Lock or LockScreen Customizer, for example, can completely replace the standard MIUI lock.

How it works:

• 📥 Install a launcher (like Nova Launcher) and a lock plugin (like C Lock).
• 🔧 In the plugin settings, select a template without a watch or turn off their display manually.
• 🔒 Set a new default lock launcher in Settings → Annexes → By default. → Lock screen.

Cons of this method:

• ⚠️ There may be conflicts with system notifications (for example, they will not be displayed). SMS call).
• ⚠️ Certain functions MIUI (Second Space or App Lock may not work.
• ⚠️ Increased battery consumption due to third-party process.

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Third-party lock launchers often conflict with MIUI updates. After the system update, you may need to reinstall the plugin or reset your settings.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you try to remove the watch from the lock screen, users encounter common errors, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

1.The clock is back after the reboot

This is due to the reset of MIUI's temporary settings.

• 🔄 Use Tasker or MacroDroid to run automatically ADB-commands.
• 🔧 If you use root, make a file. keyguard_clock.xml immutable (chmod) 444).

2.ADB does not see the device

Check it out.

• 🔌 Cable (must support data transmission).
• 🖥️ Drivers (Xiaomi) USB Drivers or Google USB Drivers).
• 🔄 Connection Mode (in the notification curtain, select File Transfer, not Charging).

3. After editing system files, notifications are missing

This means you have deleted or changed the wrong file.Restore the original MiuiSystemUI.apk from backup or run it through TWRP.

4.Gesturals on the lock screen are not working

Third-party lock-out launchers can block MIUI system gestures.

• 🔧 Disable Show gesture prompts in launcher settings.
• 🔄 Return to the standard lock and use ADB or root-method.

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If your fingerprint or facial recognition stops working after locking manipulations, reset your biometrics settings to Settings → Passwords and Security → fingerprint/face data.

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