How to permanently remove automatic wallpaper change on Xiaomi: instructions for all versions of MIUI

Automatic wallpaper change on Xiaomi smartphones is a feature that is not popular with everyone. Many users of Redmi, POCO and other lines are faced with a situation where the desktop suddenly changes the background to a random image from a gallery or MIUI thematic collections. This is not only distracting, but can also create inconveniences - especially if you are used to a certain screen design.

Complicating the problem is that different versions of the shell (MIUI 12, MIUI 13, MIUI 14) may have different paths to settings, and some options are hidden in non-obvious menus. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable wallpaper autoshifting – from standard settings to hidden settings through ADB. You will also learn how to block background changes for specific albums and why the function can be turned on on on itself after updates.

Why does Xiaomi automatically change the wallpaper?

The dynamic wallpaper change feature was introduced in MIUI back in 2019 as part of a smart interface personalization, which is designed to:

• 🎨 Refresh design – offer new images from Xiaomi’s gallery or cloud collections.
• 📅 Synchronize with events – for example, set themed wallpapers for the holidays.
• 🔄 Adapt to the time of day – dark tones in the evening, light during the day.

However, in practice, many users experience uncontrolled background changes even when cloud services are disabled.

• 🔧 Updates MIUI — after the system update, the settings can be reset.
• 📱 Branded themes – some themes from the themes have built-in wallpaper rotation feature.
• ⚙️ Hidden parameters - in MIUI 14 of the options transferred to the Functions Laboratory.

⚠️ Note: If you use a third-party launcher (for example, Nova Launcher or Hyperion), wallpaper settings may be duplicated, in which case you need to turn off the automanufacturer both in the launcher itself and in the standard settings. MIUI.

Method 1: Disconnection through standard wallpaper settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in personalization menu, which works on most models (Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4/X5, Xiaomi 11/12/13):

1. Press and hold the empty space on the desktop with your finger.
2. In the menu that appears, select Wallpaper (or Style in MIUI 14).
3. Go to the section My wallpaper → Current wallpaper.
4. Click on the icon. ⚙️ Settings (or ⋮ top-right).
5. Turn off the wallpaper Automan switch (or Dynamic Wallpaper).

If there is no Automan, then the function is controlled through another partition (see Method 2). On some firmware (MIUI 13 for POCO F3), the option may be called Random Wallpaper.

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Method 2: Configure in the Functions Laboratory (MIUI 14+)

In the latest versions of MIUI, some of the personalization options are moved to a hidden menu to get there:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Click 5 times in a row on the MIUI version until the notification appears You became a developer!
3. Go back to the basic settings → Additional → Functions Lab.
4. Find the Personalization or Desktop section.
5. Disable options: Dynamic wallpaper Autoupdate wallpaper Synchronization with themes

If the Lab doesn’t have the right items, then your model (Redmi 9A, POCO M3) uses a simplified version of MIUI.

Method 3: Disconnecting through theme settings

Many users are unaware that wallpaper autoscan can be tied to an established theme. Even if you manually set a static background, some themes from Xiaomi's official store overwrite it.

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the section My topics → Choose the Current Theme.
3. Click the theme settings (cog in the upper right corner).
4. Disable options: Auto-update wallpaper Dynamic elements

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After changing the theme, be sure to restart your phone or the changes may not apply. If the problem persists, check if additional wallpaper packages are installed via Google Play (for example, Wallpapers Craft or Zedge).

Method 4: Block changes through application permissions

If previous methods have failed, the problem may lie in the permissions of the applications that manage the wallpaper, and MIUI is responsible for this:

• Topics (com.android.themes)
• Wallpaper (com.miui.miwallpaper)
• Gallery (com.miui.gallery)

To limit their options:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Themes app and open its settings.
3. Select Permissions → Warehouse.
4. Disable access to Files and Media (or set Restricted Access).
5. Repeat the steps for Wallpaper and Gallery applications.

⚠️ Note: Once Gallery permissions are disabled, you will not be able to install wallpaper from personal photos. To return the feature, you will have to manually allow access to specific albums through Settings. → Confidentiality → Special access → Access to files.

Method 5: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don't work, you can use the ADB debugging bridge. This is suitable for MIUI 12-14 and requires connecting your phone to a PC. Use it only if other options don't work - the wrong commands can disrupt the system.

Instructions:

1. Enable Developer Mode (see Method 2, Steps 1–2).
2. Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and install ADB Tools.
4. Open the command line (cmd) and type: adb shell settings put global dynamic_wallpaper_enabled 0 adb shell settings put secure wallpaper_changing_enabled 0
5. Reset the device.

To get the driver back, replace the 0 with 1 on the teams. If the wallpaper still changes after you finish, check for updates. MIUI — some firmware is being dropped ADB-setting.

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Before using ADB, back up your data via Settings → About Phone → Backup. This will help restore the system if you crash.

What to do if the wallpaper changes anyway?

If none of these methods worked, the problem may be related to:

• 🔄 Cloud Sync – Disable Xiaomi Cloud in Settings → Account.
• 📱 Third-party launchers – delete or reset the Nova Launcher, Hyperion, etc. settings.
• 🔧 System failures – reset settings through Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset personalization settings.
• 📦 Viruses or Adware – Check your phone through Malwarebytes or Dr.Web.

On some models (Redmi K40, Xiaomi 11T), the wallpaper driver can be hard-stitched into the firmware.

• 🔄 Update to the latest version MIUI (Sometimes the bugs are fixed in patches).
• 📱 Install custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS).
• 🛠️ Contact the service center (if the phone is guaranteed).

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If the problem occurs after the update MIUI, Try to retrace the previous version via Fastboot. 4PDA or XDA Developers.

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