Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often encounter intrusive interface elements that prevent them from enjoying a clean Android. One such element is the screensaver, which can appear when you turn on the device, lock the screen or as a screensaver during charging. You can remove the screensaver on Xiomi's phone in various ways depending on which visual element you want to turn off.
Modern MIUI and HyperOS shells offer many personalization features, but sometimes standard settings hide the right switches. In this article, we will examine all possible options, from disabling the brand logo at the start of the system to removing dynamic wallpaper and widgets from the lock screen. Understanding the menu structure will allow you to make the interface as concise as possible.
It's worth considering that some system animations and logos are embedded deep in the firmware and require extended rights or the use of ADB to eliminate them altogether. However, in most cases, it's enough to properly configure the standard system settings to get rid of visual noise. Let's look at the basic methods of cleaning the screen of your gadget.
Disabling the Mi logo when booting the system
Many users who use the phrase "remove the screensaver" mean the animation of the Mi or Redmi logo, which appears immediately after pressing the power button. It is a system element that signals the start of the operating system boot. It is impossible to turn off this logo in the usual settings menu, as it is part of the bootloader.
But there are ways to get around this limitation. The safest method is to use a design theme. Some third-party themes in Themes store contain modified download files that replace the standard logo with a black screen or custom image, and you need to go to the Themes app, find a suitable option, and apply it, paying attention to the description that often says "No Boot Animation".
A more advanced way of doing this is to unlock the bootloader and install a customized backup or patched version of the system, which is a complex process that can lead to a loss of warranty. If you're not an experienced user, you'd better just change the subject. There are also Google Play apps that emulate the boot screen, but they work after the phone is turned on, overlapping the system logo with their image.
⚠️ Warning: Attempts to modify the bootloader system partition without proper qualifications can cause the phone to stop turning on (bootloop).Always make a full backup of data before experimenting with system files.
Why can’t the logo be turned off in the settings?
It is important to distinguish between the download logo and the welcome screen that may appear after unlocking in some versions of MIUI. The welcome screen often contains news or advertisements and is much easier to turn off through the browser or Mi Video app settings if they are set as system.
Setup and removal of wallpaper with a carousel
One of the most annoying features in the MIUI shell is the Wallpaper Carousel, which automatically changes images on the lock screen, often showing advertising content or simply preventing you from seeing the right widgets, and you need to remove this screensaver through a separate settings menu, since conventional wallpaper has nothing to do with it.
To turn off, go to Settings and find the Always On and Lock section (the path may vary depending on the Android version). Inside you will see the Wallpaper Carousel item. When you click on it, you will be taken to the service management menu. Here you will find the switch to Turn on the wallpaper carousel and put it inactive.
☑️ Checking the carousel shutdown
Once you turn off the carousel, you can set a static image, and then in the same menu, select Wallpaper and upload the image from the gallery, so you can capture one image and avoid the constant change of screensaver every time you turn on the screen.
Sometimes people confuse wallpaper carousel with live wallpapers. Live Wallpapers are animated backgrounds that give you more battery power. If your goal is energy savings and statics, make sure that the Wallpaper section is a static image, not a video file or an interactive background.
Removing widgets and ads on the lock screen
Even after the carousel is turned off, there may be various widgets on the lock screen: steps, weather, news or music player, and these elements can also be considered part of the screensaver, because they occupy usable space, and you can remove them by adjusting the composition of the lock screen.
Newer versions of HyperOS and MIUI 14+ have the ability to edit the location of items. Press your finger on the lock screen (or go to Settings → Lock screen) to open the editor. Here you will see a grid where you can move or delete unnecessary blocks, such as Activity Monitoring or Tips.
- 📉 Stepmer: often displayed by default, disabled in the lock screen editor.
- 🌤 Weather: the widget can take up a lot of space, it can be hidden through the settings of the application "Weather".
- 📰 News Feed: usually located to the left of the main screen, switched off by swipe left on the desktop or in the settings "Google Discover".
Special attention is required to the advertisements, which may appear as “recommendations.” To remove them, go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Access to data (or System Apps) and find the msa application (MIUI System Ads). Disable network access for this service, which will significantly reduce the number of screensavers and pop-ups.
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To completely remove ads in system applications, go to the settings of each system application (Security, Cleanup, Downloads) and find the "Receive recommendations" switch by disabling it.
Disabling the screensaver during charging
The term "savenger" is often associated with a screensaver, an image or watch that appears when the phone is charging and the screen is off. In Android, this feature is built into the system, but on Xiaomi phones it can behave specificly.
To control this setting, open Settings and search for the word "Savenger" or manually go to the path "Special settings → Screensaver. Here you will see the Switch Use Screensaver. If it is active, the phone will show hours, photos or colors when down.
| Type of screensaver | Description | Impact on the battery |
|---|---|---|
| The clock | Time mapping in large print | Average. |
| Photo Photo | Gallery slideshow | High. |
| Colors. | Smooth change of color gradients | Low. |
| Data table | Pixel density and power consumption | Depends on the type. |
Turning off the screensaver completely will prevent the screen from burning out (especially for AMOLED arrays) and save battery power if you leave your phone charging overnight.It is recommended to keep this feature off if you are not using your phone in desktop clock mode.
It’s worth noting that some third-party apps from Google Play can intercept the screensaver feature. If the standard menu doesn’t help, check the list of installed apps with display permissions over other windows. Often these programs have their own timeout and activation settings.
Hiding the logo of the operator
Another element that many people want to remove from the screensaver is the mobile operator logo, which can be displayed in the upper left corner or in the center, covering part of the wallpaper, and unfortunately, standard MIUI means to hide it is not always possible, because it depends on the policy of the operator and regional settings.
The first way is to use the engineering menu. Type ##6484## (or another specific to your model) on your phone to enter the testing menu. However, this method does not work on all versions of the firmware. A more reliable way is to change the region. Go to Settings → Advanced Settings → Region and select a country where the carrier logos are not imposed (for example, India or the United States), then restart the device.
If changing the region didn't help, you can try hiding the logo through the theme settings. In the Themes app, find a profile, click on it and select Theme Settings. There might be Hide the operator's name. If there's no such item, then the current theme doesn't support this feature, and it's worth trying another one.
⚠️ Attention: Changes in region may affect some local services, weather applications and the frequency of system components updates.
Using ADB to Deeply Clean the Interface
For advanced users who want to remove system screensavers and logos that are not available in the regular menu, there is a method using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which allows you to control the phone from a computer and disable system components without obtaining Root rights.
To start, activate Developer Mode. Go to Settings → About Phone and quickly press 7 times on MIUI Version (or OS Version). Then in Advanced Settings, turn on USB Debugging. Connect your phone to your PC and execute a command to disable unnecessary services.
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.misystem
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.daemonThese commands disable system services that collect data and some types of advertising, which indirectly affects the appearance of intrusive elements. However, be careful: disabling critical system packages can lead to unstable operation. Always check the name of the package before removing or freezing it.
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Using ADB is a powerful tool, but it requires care. A mistake in the name of the package can cause individual phone features to fail, so only use proven commands.
There are also special GUI-shell ADB, likes of Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools that allow you to remove system debris and customize the interface in graphical mode, which makes it easier for those who do not want to work with the command line directly.