How to remove changing wallpaper on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Automatically changing wallpaper on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones can be annoying, especially when the desktop background is lost after a system update or the Dynamic Wallpaper function is accidentally activated. In this article, we will discuss all ways to disable wallpaper change, from standard MIUI settings to hidden developer parameters and third-party utilities.

The problem is relevant for most models, from the budget Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra. The reasons for the changeable wallpaper are different: it can be a firmware bug, default setting after reset or forced activation through MIUI themes. We tested all methods on MIUI 14 and HyperOS – they work on older versions (adjusted for the location of the menu).

Why the Wallpaper Changes: 4 Reasons Why

Before you remove the changing backgrounds, it is important to understand what exactly activates them.

• 🔄 Dynamic Wallpaper in the theme settings, activated automatically when selecting some wallpaper from the gallery MIUI.
• 📱 Update system after installing the new version MIUI or HyperOS smartphone can reset the wallpaper settings to factory.
• 🎨 Themes from the store MIUI Themes: Many themes contain built-in animation or background rotation.
• ⚙️ Hidden settings. In some firmware (e.g., for POCO F5) Change of wallpaper is managed through the developer settings.

If the wallpaper started to change after installing an application (such as Zedge or WallpapersCraft), the problem lies with it - such programs often add their services to the boot. Check the permissions in Settings → Applications → Permissions Management → Autorun.

Method 1: Disconnect via theme settings (the easiest)

In 80% of cases, the problem is solved by standard MIUI.

1. Open the “Themes” app (icon with a brush on your desktop).
2. Go to the Wallpaper section (the tab at the bottom of the screen).
3. Slip on the current wallpaper and select Static Wallpaper or My Wallpaper.
4. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and turn off the option "Automatic change" or "Dynamic wallpaper".

If you don't have Autoshift, then you don't have the wallpapers being managed through themes, but at the system level.

Make sure your phone is over 30% charged

Close all background applications

Disable mobile Internet (if wallpaper is downloaded from the network)

Make a backup copy of the current wallpaper (optional)-->

Method 2: Resetting wallpaper through system settings

Sometimes the background changes are activated because of a failure in the personalization settings to reset them:

1. Go to Settings → Wallpaper.
2. Select any static background from the Basic or Colors section.
3. Apply it to both screens (lock + desktop).
4. Reboot your smartphone – it will fix the changes.

If the wallpaper changes again after the reboot, the problem goes deeper, and maybe the cache of the Themes app is to blame:

1. Restart the Themes app and repeat the steps from Method 1.

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If they continue to change after resetting the wallpaper, try setting the background through the gallery: open any image → click “Install as” → select “Wallpaper”.

Method 3: Disconnect through the developer settings

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 13T or POCO F4), the wallpaper changes are controlled by hidden parameters.

1. Activate Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (Tap 7 times)
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find the option “Disable dynamic wallpaper” or “Disable wallpaper change” (the name may vary).
4. If this option is not available, try turning off window animation and animation transitions – sometimes it resets dynamic backgrounds.

On HyperOS firmware, the path to the developer settings has changed: now you need to go to Settings → About Phone → All settings → tap on the “Build Number” 7 times.

Method 4: Remove Wallpaper-changing widgets and apps

Some widgets (like Weather or Calendar) automatically adjust the background to the time of day to turn it off:

1. Keep your finger in the free space of the desktop.
2. Select the widget settings (cog icon).
3. Find widgets marked "Dynamic background" and delete them.

Also check the installed applications:

⚠️ Note: If you use a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher or Apex Launcher), changing the wallpaper may be a function of it.

Method 5: Radical Method – Resetting theme settings

If nothing works, the radical solution is to reset all the theme settings to factory settings, which will remove all the wallpaper, fonts and icons installed, but guaranteed to remove changing backgrounds.

1. Open the Themes app.
2. Go to Profile → Settings → Resetting settings.
3. Confirm the action.
4. After resetting manually install static wallpaper from the Basic section.

This method also helps if the wallpaper changes due to a damaged theme cache, and after resetting, the system will create a new cache without errors.

⚠️ Warning: Theme reset removes all uploaded custom fonts and icons. If you bought premium themes, they will have to be reinstalled (they will be saved in the "My Purchases" section").

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If the wallpaper change started after the MIUI update, try rolling back to the previous firmware version via Fastboot.Instructions for your model, look for the 4PDA or XDA-Developers forum.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make the same mistakes when trying to disable the changing wallpaper.

• 🚫 Remove the system application "Themes" - this will lead to failures in the work MIUI.
• 🚫 Disabling Google Play Services – It Doesn’t Affect Wallpaper, But Can Break App Updates.
• 🚫 Using Clear Data for the Themes app will remove all your saved themes and wallpapers.
• 🚫 Set wallpaper through ADB without backup – the wrong command can lead to a reboot cycle.

If the wallpaper continues to change after all the manipulations, the problem may be the firmware. Check if your version of MIUI is a beta test (this is indicated by the letter B in the build number, for example 23.4.12 Beta), In this case, only a rollback to a stable version will help.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions