How to install changing wallpaper on the lock screen Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi’s lock screen is the first thing you see when unlocking your smartphone, but standard static wallpaper quickly becomes squashed. Fortunately, MIUI allows you to set dynamic wallpapers that change depending on the time of day, the weather, or even your location. However, not everyone knows that this feature can be activated not only on the home screen, but also on the lock screen – both through built-in tools and through third-party solutions.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to install changing wallpapers on the Xiaomi lock screen, including hidden MIUI settings, applications from Google Play and even methods for advanced users using ADB. Particular attention will be paid to compatibility with different models (Redmi Note 12, Poco X5, Mi 13, etc.) and firmware versions, and also tell you how to circumvent system limitations if standard methods do not work.

Before you start, make sure your smartphone runs on MIUI 12 and later – older versions have limited support for dynamic wallpaper on the lock screen. Also check if your launcher (like POCO Launcher or Mi Launcher) blocks wallpaper changes – sometimes requiring a reset screen settings.

Built-in dynamic wallpaper in MIUI: how to turn on the lock screen

The easiest way is to use Xiaomi’s built-in live wallpaper, which is already pre-installed on the system. However, by default, it’s only available for the home screen, and a lock screen requires a little trickery.

Open the Themes app (brush icon) and go to Wallpaper, and select Dynamic or Live Wallpaper (name depends on MIUI version) and look for Wallpapers marked "Supports Lock Screen" — usually Earth & Moon, Forest, or Abstract collections.

After selecting the wallpaper, click Apply, but instead of automatically applying, click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Set. Here you can manually specify that the wallpaper should also be displayed on the lock screen. If there is no such item, then the selected wallpaper does not support this function.

• 🌍 Earth & Moon Wallpaper – Changes with the Time of Day and the Phase of the Moon.
• 🌳 «Forest – Animated leaves and light effects that respond to touch.
• 🎨 «Abstract – geometric patterns with smooth transitions of colors.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 9A, Poco M3) Built-in live wallpaper can slow down animation when unlocked. If you notice lags, try turning off effects in Settings → Display. → Animation of the system.

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If there are few built-in wallpapers, update the Themes app via Google Play – new collections often appear after the update.

2. Third-party applications for live wallpaper: TOP-3 solutions for Xiaomi

If built-in options are not enough, you can install third-party apps from Google Play, the main advantage of this method is a wide range of animations, including wallpaper with weather effects, 3D-graphics and even interactive elements (e.g., reaction to music).

The best applications for dynamic wallpaper on Xiaomi:

To install wallpaper from a third-party application on the lock screen:

1. Download and open an app (like Wallpapers Craft).
2. Choose your favorite wallpaper and click Install.
3. In the installation menu, select Only the lock screen or both screens.
4. If the option is not available, go back to Settings → Wallpaper and manually apply the wallpaper to lock.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi with MIUI For China (without Google Services), some apps may not have wallpaper installed on the lock screen. ADB (section).

3.Use of MIUI themes for dynamic wallpaper

Few people know, but MIUI has hidden themes that include not only icon changes, but also dynamic lock screen wallpapers.These themes are often updated through the Themes app, but not all of them support lock-on animation.

How to find and apply this topic:

1. Open Topics → Online and search for queries: live lock screen wallpaper, dynamic lockscreen or live wallpaper theme.
2. Browse the available themes - look for the "Dynamic Wallpaper" mark in the description.
3. Download and apply the theme. Wallpaper will automatically be installed on both screens.

Popular themes with live wallpaper:

• 🌌 «Cosmic – an animation of the starry sky with moving constellations.
• 🌊 «Ocean Wave – waves that respond to the tilt of the phone.
• ⚡ «Neon Glow: Neon lines that change color depending on time.

If after applying the theme wallpaper on the lock remained static, try:

1. Reboot the phone.
2. Manually set the wallpaper through Settings → Wallpaper → Lock screen.
3. Clear the cache of the application Themes in Settings → Applications.

Theme supports your version of MIUI| The description indicates "live wallpaper" | No warnings of incompatibility | Theme rating above 4.5-->

Installation via ADB: for advanced users

If standard methods don’t work, you can resort to manual adjustment via ADB. This method is suitable for Xiaomi on custom firmware or Chinese versions of MIUI, where personalization features are limited.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press to unlock the developer mode, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 📂 Live wallpaper file in.apk or.kwl format (you can download from themes) MIUI).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and open the command line (cmd).
2. Check the connection command: Adb devices should appear serial number of your device.
3. Set the rights to write to the system folders: adb shell pm grant com.android.themes permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
4. Download the live wallpaper file (e.g., from here) and transfer it to /sdcard/MIUI/theme/.
5. Apply wallpaper through ADB: adb shell am start -n com.android.themes/.activity.ThemePreviewActivity --es theme_package_name theme packet name (replace the topic packet name with the actual name from the.mtz file).

⚠️ Attention: Wrong commands ADB You can disrupt the system. Before experimenting, back up through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup.

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The ADB method is the only way to install live wallpaper on Chinese versions of MIUI without Google Services.

5. Alternative methods: Always-on Display and widgets

If your Xiaomi supports Always-on Display (AOD), you can use it to simulate live wallpaper. For example, MIUI 13/14 has animated AOD styles with watches that change color depending on the time of day.

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Always-on Display.
2. Choose the “Dynamic” or “Color” style.
3. Activate the “Show at Notifications” option.
4. In some firmware, the Color Scheme setting is available – select Auto to automatically change colors.

For more flexible settings, you can use widgets:

• 📱 UCCW — Allows you to create custom widgets with animation.
• ⏱️ KWGT — Advanced watches and wallpaper with support AOD.
• 🌦️ Transparent Clock & Weather – Weather Effects on the Lock Screen.

Important: Widgets on the lock screen only work on devices with unlocked bootloader or custom firmware (for example, Pixel Experience for Xiaomi). On standard MIUI, they will only appear after unlocking.

6.Problem Solving: Why Live Wallpaper on Lockups Don't Work

If after all the manipulations the wallpaper remains static, check the following points:

If the problem persists, try:

• 🔄 Reset the screen settings (Settings) → Display. → Resetting settings).
• 📥 Update MIUI Up to the latest version (sometimes bugs are patched).
• 🛠️ Install a custom launcher (like Nova Launcher) that supports live wallpaper on lock.

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On Xiaomi AMOLED-screen (e.g. Mi 11, Redmi) K50) Live wallpaper with a dark background saves battery power.

FAQ: Frequent questions about live wallpaper on Xiaomi