How to remove changing wallpaper on Xiaomi: 5 working ways for all versions of MIUI

Automatic wallpaper change on Xiaomi smartphones is not a feature that everyone likes, with many Redmi, POCO and Mi users experiencing the system changing the background of the desktop despite manual settings, and the reasons for this behavior lie in the MIUI branded shell, which activates smart wallpaper algorithms based on time of day, weather or even your location by default.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can disable dynamic wallpapers, from standard settings to hidden settings and commands for power users, how to block the change of background forever, even if the system tries to return it after an update, and why wallpapers sometimes change even after manually disabling all options, which is related to the work of the com.miui.gallery service that manages the background processes.

The instructions are relevant for MIUI 12/13/14 and all modern Xiaomi models, including Redmi Note 12/13, POCO X5/F5, Xiaomi 13/14 and older Android 10+ devices. If your smartphone runs pure Android (for example, POCO F1 with custom firmware), some methods may not work – we will warn about this separately.

1. Disable dynamic wallpaper through standard MIUI settings

Let’s start with the simplest way that works on most devices without having to install additional programs or use ADB. MIUI has a hidden switch that is responsible for automatically changing wallpaper – it is often skipped because it is hidden in an unobvious partition.

Here's the step-by-step instruction:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush and palette).
2. Go to Wallpaper section. → My wallpaper.
3. Slip on the current background of the desktop (it will be illuminated by a frame).
4. In the window that opens, find the Autoshift or Dynamic Wallpaper switch and turn it off.
5. Click Apply to save the changes.

If this switch is not available, your version of MIUI is using a different mechanism, in which case you can try an alternative path:

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Desktop.
• 🖼️ Choose Wallpaper. → Wallpaper settings.
• 🔄 Look for the option “Schedule Change” or “Adaptive Wallpaper».

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) after this option is disabled, the wallpaper may still change due to the operation of the service com.miui.home.

2. Removal of “smart” wallpaper through the “Themes” app

Often the problem is not with the system settings, but with the Themes app itself, which automatically uploads and applies new background images, and even if you manually set a static background, MIUI can overwrite it through this application, so the solution is to disable automatic theme loading.

Do the following:

1. Open “Themes” and go to profile (the icon of the person in the upper right corner).
2. Tap on Settings → Automatic booting.
3. Turn off all switches related to “Recommendations”, “Daily Wallpaper” and “Location Themes”.
4. Return to the main menu "Tem" and remove all loaded dynamic wallpaper (long press → Delete).

If the wallpaper continues to change after that, check if you have a live wallpaper (for example, "Earth from Space" or "Weather").

• 🌍 Go to Settings. → Wallpaper. → Live wallpaper.
• 🗑️ Remove all installed animations (they are marked with an icon) ⚡).
• 🔒 Choose a static background and apply it.

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3. Reset the settings of the application "Themes" and "Lawnchair"

If previous methods failed, the problem could be in the cache or the data of the applications that are responsible for the wallpaper, and at MIUI, two key services are responsible for this:

• Themes (com.android.themes) – manages the loading and use of wallpaper.
• Lawnchair (com.android.launcher3) is a standard launcher that controls the desktop.

To reset their settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the “Themes” app and open its page.
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. Repeat the same steps for the Lawnchair app (or System Launcher if you have a different version of MIUI).
5. Reset the device.

After resetting, all custom wallpaper will be removed and the system will prompt you to reset the background. Select a static image from the gallery and check if it is saved after the reboot.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI 14 Global) Resetting theme can cause all widgets and icons to reset on your desktop. Take screenshots of the items in advance to quickly restore them.

4.Use of a third-party launcher to block the change of wallpaper

If standard methods don’t work, the most reliable way is to install an alternative launcher that will completely replace the MIUI system interface, which will not only solve the wallpaper problem, but also add additional desktop customization features.

The best options for Xiaomi:

To install a third-party launcher:

1. Download the selected application from the Play Market.
2. Open it and follow the setup instructions.
3. In the launcher settings, find the Wallpaper section and select a static image.
4. Set the launcher by default (the system will prompt you to do this at the first start).

After that, MIUI will not be able to change the wallpaper, since desktop management will be completely transferred to a third-party application. However, note that some features (such as Xiaomi’s Super Wallpaper) will become unavailable.

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If the wallpaper changes after you install the launcher, check if you have Google's Wallpapers app installed, which can automatically update the background, delete or disable it in the app settings.

5. Disable dynamic wallpaper via ADB (for power users)

If all previous methods have failed, the most radical method is to disable system services via ADB. This method requires connecting a smartphone to a computer and knowing the basic commands, but it is guaranteed to solve the problem.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.gallery


adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.wallpaper.livepicker




adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.home

These commands disable the services responsible for changing the wallpaper. Once you do, restart the device.

To get it back, use:

adb shell pm enable com.miui.gallery


adb shell pm enable com.android.wallpaper.livepicker




adb shell pm enable com.miui.home

⚠️ Warning: Disabling com.miui.home may cause a desktop malfunction.If the launcher stopped working after completing the command, run adb shell pm enable com.miui.home and try disabling only the first two services.

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ADB-The method is the most reliable, but it requires caution. If you are not sure about your actions, use a third-party launcher. №4).

6.Verification for viruses and malicious applications

Sometimes automatic wallpaper changes are caused not by system settings, but by malware that has penetrated the device through third-party applications or pirated firmware, which can replace system services and impose advertising background images.

Signs of infection:

• 📛 Wallpaper changes to banner ads or strange pictures.
• 🔄 The change occurs even after a complete reset.
• 📱 Unknown apps appear on the menu.

To check the device:

1. Install an antivirus (such as Malwarebytes or Dr.Web Light).
2. Scan the system for threats.
3. Check the list of installed applications (Settings → Apps) for suspicious programs (for example, with names like Wallpaper Changer, Live Wallpapers Pro).
4. If you find something suspicious, delete and reset the cache.

If there are no viruses, but the problem remains, try resetting all settings to factory settings (Settings → Additional → Resetting).

7. Frequent errors and why wallpaper keeps changing

Even after completing all the instructions, some users find that the wallpaper is still updated, and consider the most common causes and solutions:

If none of these methods worked, it might be the custom firmware or the modified kernel that's the only way to do this is to reflash the device to the official MIUI version via the Mi Flash Tool.

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