Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often encounter an intrusive feature that automatically changes wallpaper on a locked screen.This phenomenon, known as Glance or "Wallpaper Carousel," can be annoying with its unpredictability and the presence of advertising integrations. Instead of a favorite static photo, the user sees a constantly updated gallery that consumes additional traffic and distracts from using the device.
Fortunately, MIUI and the newer HyperOS allow you to flexibly adjust this setting. The process of turning off does not require complex root rights manipulation or flashing the device. It is enough to go through the settings menu correctly to regain control of the appearance of your gadget. In this article, we will discuss in detail all possible ways to remove the changing lock screen on various versions of firmware.
It's important to understand that menu items may differ slightly from region to region and smartphone models, but the logic of how the system works remains the same. We'll look at both standard methods through settings and solutions for cases where the usual switches are hidden or missing, which will help you remove the change of wallpaper regardless of your Xiaomi version.
Reasons for the appearance of dynamic wallpaper on a locked screen
The main reason for the change in images is the pre-installed Glance service, which is integrated by default into the MIUI shell for many models shipped to the global market, and is designed to provide users with fresh visual content and news widgets right on the lock screen, but often perceived as unnecessary functionality.
In addition, in some regions, this feature is called Wallpaper Carousel, which can activate itself after a major system update or when the device is first turned on if the user has not carefully read the terms of the welcome screen.
Sometimes the reason is the installation of third-party themes from the Themes store. Some themes contain scripts that forcibly include changing the background. It is also worth considering that in new versions of HyperOS, the algorithms for widgets on the locked screen were reworked, which could return the function of changing pictures even after the previous shutdown.
⚠️ Warning: If the wallpaper features change after you turn off, check if the theme with a dynamic background is activated. Return to the standard theme in the Topics app to rule this out.
Understanding the source of the problem helps you choose the right solution, so if it's a Glance system service, you have to turn it off through the lock screen settings, and if it's a theme-related issue, you have to go to the design store to solve it.
Disable Glance function through system settings
The most common and effective way to remove intrusive image change is to turn off Glance directly from the settings menu, which works on most current Xiaomi and Redmi models. First, you need to unlock your smartphone and go to the main settings menu.
Find a section called Always on Screen and Lock Screen or just Lock Screen. The path may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI. In some cases, you need to click on Wallpaper first and then select Wallpaper Settings, and your goal is to find the item responsible for active image change.
Inside this menu, you'll see a switch called Glance for Xiaomi or Wallpaper Carousel. It can be activated by default. You need to put this slider in an inactive state. The system can request confirmation of action or suggest that you leave the function on - agree to turn it off.
☑️ Checking Glance's settings
Once the switch is turned off, the system will return the static image you set earlier, and if the screen goes out and shows a new image when you turn on, try restarting the device, which will update the system services cache and fix the changes.
Importantly, some versions of the firmware may call it a wallpaper change, but the point is the same: look for any setting associated with automatically updating the background on the locked display, and once you turn it off, you can re-select your photo from the gallery through the standard Wallpaper menu.
Management through the Security and Topics app
If the standard way through settings failed, it is worth turning to system applications that manage content. In particular, the Security app on Xiaomi devices often contains hidden advertising settings and recommendations that affect the lock screen.
Open the Security app, click on the three dots in the top right corner, and select Settings. Scroll down to the Recommendations section, where you turn off all the switches related to recommendation, advertising, and personalization, and this action will not only remove changing wallpaper, but also reduce the amount of advertising debris in the system.
The second important tool is the Theme app. Sometimes the wallpaper change feature is hidden there. Go to the app, go to the profile (human icon) and select Settings. Find Wallpaper Carousel. If it's active, turn it off. There may also be a Delete or Clear button for this module.
- 🛑 Open the Topics app and go to profile.
- 🛑 Click on Settings in the upper right corner.
- 🛑 Find the Wallpaper Carusol section and disable the function.
- 🛑 If you have a button to Delete or Deactivate, use it.
⚠️ Warning: After disabling the feature in the Themes app, you may need to manually install static wallpapers. Go to the gallery, select a photo, click three dots and select Set as wallpaper → Lock screen.
Using the Themes app is especially relevant for users who have previously downloaded third-party designs. Clearing the application’s data also helps to reset erroneous settings that can cause background changes.
Specificity of the shutdown on different versions of MIUI and HyperOS
The interface of the Xiaomi shell is constantly changing, and the location of the desired switches may vary depending on the version of the software. Owners of devices based on MIUI 12 and MIUI 13 are most often faced with the classic item Glance in the lock screen menu.
In newer versions, such as MIUI 14 and especially HyperOS, the menu structure became more confusing, the wallpaper change function could be renamed or moved to deep personalization settings. For example, in HyperOS, it is worth checking the Personalization → Wallpaper → Settings section.
Hidden paths in new versions
For devices purchased in China with global firmware (CN Global), the menu can be in English or Chinese. Look for terms Lock Screen, Wallpaper, Glance or Carousel. If the menu is in Chinese, use the screenshot translator to find the lock screen settings icon.
Below is a table that will help you navigate the names of functions depending on the version of the system:
| System version | Name of function | Location. | Action. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIUI 11-12 | Glance/Carousel | Settings → Lock screen | Turn off the switch. |
| MIUI 13-14 | Wallpaper carousel | Themes app → Settings | Disable and clear the data |
| HyperOS | Personalization | Settings → Personalization → Wallpaper | Remove the "Change Wallpaper" box |
| Chinese version | (Lock Screen Magazine) | Settings → Lock screen | Shut down service. |
If your version of the system doesn't match the one described, try searching by settings. Type the word "wallpaper" or "lock" in the search bar, and the system will prompt the desired section.
Solving problems if the function is not disabled
There are situations where the switch returns to active on its own, or there is no off button, which may be caused by a system failure or an aggressive update policy in your area, and then you need to apply deeper cleaning techniques.
The first step is to clean up the system applications. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps. Find Wallpaper or Wallpaper Carousel in the list. Click on it, select Memory and then Clear the data and Clear the cache. This will reset all the service settings to factory.
The second method is to disable updates for system components. Go to Settings → About Phone and click on the MIUI version several times to open the hidden menu. Here you can try to disable automatic updates to the themes or components of the system, although in newer versions this feature is often hidden.
If nothing works, you can use third-party launchers that completely replace the lock interface, but this requires more complex settings and can affect the stability of the device, and most often, just wait a few minutes after cleaning the data until the system applies standard static wallpaper.
⚠️ Warning: Do not install dubious apps from unverified sources that promise “total removal of Xiaomi ads.” Often they contain viruses or are themselves a source of advertising traffic.
In rare cases, a temporary Internet shutdown helps, and if Glance is unable to upload new images due to lack of network, it may stop bothering the user, although this is not a complete solution to the problem.
Set up static wallpaper after turning off Glance
Once you have successfully removed the changing lock screen, it is recommended to immediately set the desired static image, this will fix the setting and prevent the system from automatically returning the default option.
Choose your favorite photo. Click on the three dots at the bottom of the screen (or the "More" button) and select Set as Wallpaper. The system will tell you to choose whether to apply the image to the Lock Screen, Desktop or Both Screens. Be sure to choose the option for the Lock screen.
- 🖼️ Open the gallery and select a photo.
- 🖼️ Click the menu (three dots) and select Set as Wallpaper.
- 🖼️ Select the Lock screen.
- 🖼️ Confirm the action to record the result.
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Use high-resolution images so that there is no blur on the lock screen. The optimal size for modern Xiaomi is at least 1080x2400 pixels.
You can also use desktop widgets to quickly change wallpaper if you want to change in the future, but under your control. Xiaomi's standard widgets allow you to change pictures on a schedule, but do not impose advertising content, unlike Glance.
Make sure that the theme settings do not tick “Use Wallpaper from the Theme.” If you use a third-party theme, it may have its priorities. It is best to use a standard theme “Classic” or “No Limits” to avoid setting conflicts.
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Properly installing static wallpaper immediately after turning off Glance is the best guarantee that the system will not return a dynamic background change the next time it reboots.