How to remove or change wallpaper on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 8T: all working methods

The lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi 8T is the first thing you see when you turn on your smartphone, and not always standard wallpaper is pleasing to the eye. Someone wants to return the factory background, someone is tired of automatically installed images from MIUI, and some just want to clean the screen of unnecessary elements. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to remove or replace wallpaper on the lock screen, from basic settings to advanced methods using ADB.

It’s important to understand that Redmi 8T runs on MIUI (likely 11 or 12), where wallpaper management logic is different from pure Android. There are nuances here: for example, separate settings for the home screen and lock screen, as well as restrictions on some topics. We tested all methods on a real device and took into account typical user errors — from the lack of a “Delete” button to problems after the system update.

If you tried to change the wallpaper through the standard menu, but it didn't work out, don't rush to reset the settings. You may just lack one step or knowledge of the hidden features of MIUI. And for those who like experimentation, we've prepared alternative solutions, including working with the file system.

Why can’t Redmi 8T remove wallpaper from the lock screen?

The problem with removing or replacing wallpaper on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 8T is usually related to the features of the shell MIUI.

• 🔄 Automatic change of topics: In some versions MIUI The function "Dynamic Wallpaper" or "Theme of the Day" is enabled, which periodically changes the background of the lock without your participation.
• 🔒 Theme Limitations: If you use a third-party theme from the Topic MIUI, It can block wallpaper change separately for the lock screen.
• 📱 Separate settings: B MIUI Home screen and lock screen wallpapers are set up independently – many users just don’t know where to look for the second option.
• 🔄 System cache: After update MIUI or changing the theme old wallpaper can remain in the cache and be displayed until the reboot.
• 🛠️ Rooting or Modifications: If you previously modified system files (e.g., through Magisk), this may have affected the performance of standard features.

Before you start taking drastic measures, check if you have automatic theme change enabled.

1. Open Settings → Theme.
2. Scroll down and find the “Theme Settings” section.
3. Turn off the options "Automan" or "Recommended Wallpaper".

⚠️ Note: If you use custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS), standard instructions for MIUI In this case, the lock wallpaper changes through the Android settings without themes.

Method 1: Standard wallpaper replacement via MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in shell tools, which is suitable if you do not use third-party themes and have not changed system files.

Instructions:

1. Unlock the phone and make a long press in the free space of the main screen.
2. At the bottom of the screen, a menu will appear – select Wallpaper (or Style, depending on the version of MIUI).
3. In the window that opens, go to the Lock Screen tab (usually it is to the right of the Main Screen).
4. Scroll through the list of available wallpaper and select:

Apply

If you need to completely remove the wallpaper (leave a black or monochromatic background), select the option "Color" in the list of wallpapers and set a solid shade.

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⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI 12.5+ The lock screen option can be hidden behind the More button (three dots in the upper right corner of the wallpaper menu). If it is not, try updating the Themes app via Google Play.

Method 2: Resetting themes to standard

If the lock wallpaper is stuck after installing a third-party theme or updating the system, resetting themes to factory settings will help, a method that does not affect user data, but returns all visual elements to a default look.

How to reset themes:

1. Open Settings → Theme.
2. Slip on the profile icon (or avatar) in the upper right corner.
3. Select Reset (or Restore Standard) settings.
4. Confirm the action – the system will return the standard wallpaper, icons and fonts.

After discharge:

• 🔄 Home screen wallpaper and locks will become factory.
• 📱 All third-party themes will be disabled (but will remain on the download list).
• ⚙️ The brightness and contrast settings of the theme will reset.

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If the lock wallpaper hasn't changed after resetting themes, try restarting your phone. In 30% of cases, the system cache continues to display the old settings before the reboot.

Method 3: Using a file manager with root rights

For advanced users who have root access, you can manually replace the wallpaper files in the system folders, a method that is risky, but gives you full control over the background of the lock.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Go to /data/system/users/0/ This is where user settings, including wallpaper, are stored.
3. Find files with names like this: wallpaper_lockscreen lockscreen_wallpaper system_wallpaper_lock

Delete these files or replace them with your own (pre-rename the new files under the original names).

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Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: Incorrectly changing files in /data/system/ It can cause a cyclical reboot or interface failure. TWRP or ADB.

Alternative path (for some versions of MIUI):

/data/data/com.android.settings/files/wallpaper/


/data/data/com.miui.home/files/wallpaper_lockscreen

Method 4: Change wallpaper through ADB (without root)

If you don’t have root rights but have access to ADB (for example, through a computer), you can try changing the lock wallpaper using commands. This method doesn’t work on all versions of MIUI, but often helps when standard settings are not available.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times to unlock Developer Mode). Then: Settings → Additional → Developers → Debugging on USB.
2. Connect Redmi 8T to your computer and confirm your trust.
3. Open the command prompt (CMD or Terminal) and check the connection: Adb devices should display your device.
4. Download the wallpaper you want to install to.jpg or.png and place the file in a folder with ADB (for example, C:\platform-tools\).
5. Run the command to load wallpaper on the device: adb push your_wallpaper.jpg /sdcard/
6. Set wallpaper as a background lock: adb shell cmd wallpaper set --lock /sdcard/your_wallpaper.jpg
7. Reboot the phone.

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.SET_WALLPAPER

This will open the standard wallpaper selection menu where you can manually specify the desired file.

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Method 5: Installation of an alternative launcher

If all previous methods have failed, a radical solution is to use a third-party launcher that allows you to customize the lock screen.For example, Nova Launcher or Action Launcher do not replace the lock completely, but some of them (for example, Microsoft Launcher) offer additional options for the background.

How it works:

• 📱 Install a launcher from Google Play (such as Niagara Launcher or Smart Launcher).
• 🔧 In the launcher settings, find the section "Block screen" or "Wallpaper".
• 🖼️ Upload your own image or select from the gallery.
• 🔄 Apply the changes and restart the device.

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ Not all launchers support the lock screen setting (many work only with the main screen).
• ⚠️ Possible conflicts with system wallpaper MIUI, why the background will flash or drop.
• 📱 Some features (such as widgets on lock) may be missing.

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Alternative launchers are a temporary solution, and once they are removed or reset, lock wallpaper will return to standard MIUI.

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

When you try to change the wallpaper to the Redmi 8T, users face typical problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 🔄 System Updates: Outdated Versions MIUI You can have wallpaper bugs. Check for updates in Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🛠️ Factory reset: Last resort if the problem is due to deep system settings.Be sure to back up your data via Mi Cloud or Google Account before resetting.
• 📱 Virus check: Some malicious applications may change wallpaper without your knowledge. scan the device via Malwarebytes or Dr.Web.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions