How to completely remove the Super Wallpaper activator on Xiaomi: from shutdown to deep cleaning

Super Wallpapers on Xiaomi smartphones visually transforms the desktop, adding dynamic 3D-However, many users face problems: the activator of these wallpapers consumes up to 15% of battery power per day (according to tests on the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the use of the battery). POCO X3 Pro, slows the interface and can even conflict with custom launchers, worse than standard removal through Settings → Wallpaper often does not help: system processes continue to work in the background.

In this article, we will discuss 5 ways to remove the activator, from simple (no root rights) to radical (using ADB and modified firmware). Particular attention will be paid to MIUI 13/14, where the mechanism of operation of Super Wallpaper has changed compared to earlier versions.

Why is Super Wallpaper so hard to remove?

The problem is the MIUI architecture, where the Superwallpaper activator (com.miui.superwallpaper) is integrated into system services at the privileged application level.

• 🔹 The app has the rights android:sharedUserId="android.uid.system – works on behalf of the system.
• 🔹 It starts automatically through BroadcastReceiver, even if you manually stop the service.
• 🔹 Part of the wallpaper resources are stored in a protected folder /system/priv-app/SuperWallpaper, rootless.

V MIUI 12 and older, the activator is also linked to the com.miui.home service, making it difficult to shut it down completely. APK-file-through ADB The system can restore it the next time the device is turned on – it is part of the mechanism of protecting system components from accidental damage.

Method 1: Disconnect via settings (without root rights)

If you just need to deactivate Super Wallpaper without removing it completely, use standard MIUI tools.This method is suitable for users who want to save battery power but are not ready for radical measures.

1. Go to Settings → Wallpaper.
2. Choose any static background (not dynamic!).
3. Return to the main settings menu and open the Applications → Application Management.
4. Find Super Wallpaper (or Super Wallpaper) in the list.
5. Click Stop, then Disable (if the option is available).

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi) 11T Pro) the "Disable" button may be blocked, in which case proceed to the next method.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (no root rights)

For users willing to work with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), there is a way to remove the activator without obtaining root rights.This works on most Xiaomi devices, except models with a locked bootloader (for example, some versions of Redmi for the Chinese market).

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → Press 7 times; then additionally → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Steps:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and confirm access via USB.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the deletion command: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.superwallpaper

If the command is error-free, the activator is removed for the current user, but the system files remain, and after resetting the settings or updating the MIUI, the wallpaper can return.

Method 3: Removal with Magisk (root required)

For users with an unlocked bootloader and Magisk installed, the most reliable method is the complete removal of the system APK. This method ensures that Super Wallpaper will not return after updates, but requires caution: improper actions can lead to a bootloop ( looped reboot).

Instructions:

1. Install Root Explorer or any file manager with root rights support.
2. Go to /system/priv-app/SuperWallpaper or (for some firmware): /system/app/SuperWallpaper
3. Remove the SuperWallpaper folder or rename it to SuperWallpaper_bak.
4. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Xiaomi) 12 Pro, POCO F4 GT) The folder can be protected by dm-verity, in which case you need to disable integrity check through the Magisk module before deleting it. Disable_Dm-Verity_ForceEncrypt.

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Before you delete your system files, create a full backup through TWRP or a tool like Swift Backup to restore your device in the event of a crash.

Method 4: Using custom firmware

If you use custom firmware (like LineageOS, Pixel Experience or Xiaomi.EU), Super Wallpaper is probably already removed by default. However, on some builds (especially MIUI-based ones), the activator may remain.

• 📌 Check for the Super Wallpaper files in /system through TWRP File Manager.
• 📌 Install the MiuiSuperWallpaperRemover Magisk module (available on the forum) XDA Developers).
• 📌 Use the debloter script to massively remove unnecessary system applications (including Super Wallpaper).

On the firmware Xiaomi.EU activator can be disabled through the built-in menu Debloater:

1. Go to Settings → Special Options → Debloater.
2. Find the Super Wallpaper list and uncheck the box.
3. Save the changes and restart the phone.

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Custom firmware is often optimized better than standard MIUI, but check compatibility with your model on the official developer forum before installing.

Method 5: Alternative launchers (bypass)

If you can't remove the activator, but you want to get rid of the dynamic wallpaper, install the launcher side, and it won't remove the Super Wallpaper from the system, but it won't use it.

• 🚀 Nova Launcher – supports static wallpaper and performance settings.
• 🎨 Lawnchair is an open source lightweight launcher.
• 🔄 Microsoft Launcher – Windows integration and minimalist design.

After installation:

1. Assign a new launcher by default (a request will appear at the first start).
2. In the launcher settings, select static wallpaper.
3. Turn off Super Wallpaper via Settings → Applications (as in Method 1).

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Xiaomi 13 Pro) MIUI It may reset the default launcher after the update.To avoid this, block system updates for com.miui.home via ADB:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.home

But it will also turn off the standard launcher!

What if the Super Wallpaper returned after the update?

Even after successful removal, the activator can self-repair after the MIUI update, because the system checks the integrity of system applications and restores the missing ones.

• 🔄 Reverse to the previous version MIUI via Fastboot or Recovery.
• 🔧 Use the Magisk module MIUI Bloater Remover, which blocks the recovery of remote applications.
• 📵 Turn off automatic updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → ⚙️ → Auto-update.

For devices with an unlocked bootloader, you can replace the system APK with a "dummy" for this:

1. Download the empty SuperWallpaper.apk (available on 4PDA or XDA).
2. Root Explorer replaces the original file in /system/priv-app/SuperWallpaper.
3. Set the license 644 (r-w-r-----).

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Super Wallpaper