How to install wallpaper on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 10: 3 proven ways

The lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 10 is the first thing you see when you turn on the smartphone, but the standard wallpaper from the smartphone MIUI Many users don't know that this device can easily change the background of the lock without the need to change the lock. ROOT-Moreover, depending on the firmware version, there are several ways to do this: from built-in tools to circumventing restrictions through hidden settings.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of installing wallpaper on the lock screen for Redmi 10 (including Redmi 10 2022, Redmi 10C, Redmi 10A and other modifications based on MIUI 12/13/14). You will learn how to use standard wallpaper, upload your images, and also bypass the limitations of the system if it does not allow you to use the picture.

Important: all instructions are tested on MIUI 14.0.4 (Android 12) and MIUI 13.0.8 (Android 11). If you have a different version, check the method compatibility in the appropriate section.

1. Standard method: wallpaper through MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI wallpaper gallery, which works on all versions of the firmware, but has a limitation: the system offers only pre-loaded images, but it is ideal for those who do not want to go into the settings.

To change the wallpaper through the standard menu:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to the Lock Screen section (or Wallpaper → Lock screen in some versions).
3. Select the category of wallpaper: Dynamic, Static or Super Wallpaper (if supported).
4. Tap the favorite background and click Apply.

⚠️ Attention: B MIUI 14 after the update, the Apply button for some wallpaper may disappear. In this case, restart the phone or clear the Wallpaper app cache (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Wallpaper. → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

If you don’t like standard wallpaper, move on to the next method – it allows you to install any of your images.

2.Installation of your wallpaper through the gallery

Unlike many other smartphones, the Xiaomi Redmi 10 allows you to install any image from the gallery on the lock screen - but only if they meet certain requirements.

1. Open the Gallery app and select the desired image.

2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Set as → Lock screen wallpaper.

3. Adjust the scale and position of the picture (if required) and click Ready.

⚠️ Note: The system may refuse to install wallpaper if:

• 📏 The image resolution is too low (less than that). 1080×2340 pixels 10).
• 🎨 The file format is not supported (e.g..webp or.gif without animation).
• 🔒 The “Privacy Protection” function is enabled in the lock screen settings.

If your image is not resolution-appropriate, use free online services to resize, such as:

• 🌐 iLoveIMG – automatically selects the proportions under the screen.
• 🖼️ Canva – to create wallpaper from scratch (template for Redmi) 10: 1080×2340 px).

Download the image in JPG/PNG format

Check the resolution (minimum 1080×2340)

Cut off the extra elements (if necessary)

Save the file to the phone gallery-->

3. bypassing restrictions: how to install wallpaper if MIUI does not give

Sometimes MIUI blocks wallpaper installation on the lock screen, even if the image fits all parameters, which is due to Xiaomi's security policy, but there are two workarounds:

Method 1: Through the "Themes" appendix

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).

2. Go to the Wallpaper section → Lock screen.

3. Scroll down and select My Wallpaper (or Local).

4. Upload your image and apply it.

💡 Useful tip: If the My Wallpaper section is missing, update the Themes app via Google Play or clear its cache (Settings) → Annexes → Topics → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

Method 2: Through the file system (for power users)

This method requires access to a file manager with permission to change system folders (for example, MiXplorer with ROOT mode enabled or FX File Explorer).

1. Download and install MiXplorer (free version).

2.Cross the path:

/data/system/users/0/wallpaper_info.xml

3. Open the file in the text editor and find the lines:

<wallpaper lockscreen="1" />


<path>/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/Wallpaper/your_image.jpg</path>

4. Replace the path your_image.jpg The path to your image (for example, /storage/emulated/0/DCIM/Camera/my_wallpaper.jpg).

5. Save the file and restart the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect file editing wallpaper_info.xml This may cause the wallpaper to fail. Before the changes, back up the file!

4. Dynamic and live wallpaper on the lock screen

MIUI 13/14 supports dynamic wallpaper (animated background images), but installing it on the lock screen has nuances.

1. Download the application for live wallpaper, for example:

• 🌊 WallpapersCraft - Free of charge 4K-animation-paper.
• 🌌 Earth & Moon Live Wallpaper – Wallpaper with real time of day.

After installation of the annex:

• Open it and select your favorite live wallpaper.
• Click Install and select Lock Screen (not all apps support this option!).
• If the option is not available, use the ADB workaround (see the next section).

⚠️ Warning: Dynamic wallpaper on the lock screen drains the battery faster (5-12% in 8 hours standby.

5. Installation of wallpaper through ADB (for advanced)

If standard methods don't work, you can use the wallpaper via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is suitable for all versions of MIUI, but requires connecting the phone to a computer.

📌 What's the matter:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB Redmi 10 (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press to unlock Developer Settings, then enable debugging).
• 🖼️ Prepared image in.jpg or.png format (path to file, for example: /sdcard/DCIM/Camera/wall.jpg).

🔧 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Connect Redmi 10 to your computer via USB (select File Transfer mode).
2. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and execute: adb devices (you should display your device).
3. Enter the command to install wallpaper on the lock screen: adb shell cmd wallpaper set --lock /sdcard/DCIM/Camera/wall.jpg (replace the path with the current one).
4. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

⚠️ Note: If the wallpaper has not changed after the reboot, check it out:

• File path correctness (gaps in file name may cause error – use emphasis).
• The file read rights (the adb shell ls -l /sdcard/DCIM/Camera/ command must show -rw-r--r--).

1. Reinstall Xiaomi drivers from the official website.

2. Use another USB-cable (original from Xiaomi).

3. Enable the debugging option in the developer settings USB (Security settings) and Allow debugging (charging only).-->

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after successful installation, the wallpaper on the lock screen may not display correctly, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: Wallpaper is cut or stretched

🔹 Reason: Screen resolution inconsistency (Redmi) 10 side-relation 20:9 permit 1080×2340).

🔹 Decision:

• Use images with a resolution of 1080×2340 or 1080×2400.
• In the wallpaper settings (Settings → Wallpaper → Lock screen), turn off the option Automatic cropping.

Problem 2: Wallpaper is reset after rebooting

🔹 Reason: Wallpaper cache failure or conflict with the topic.

🔹 Decision:

1. Clear the cache and data of the Wallpaper application (Settings → Apps → Wallpaper → Warehouse → Clear the cache / data).
2. Reset the wallpaper.
3. If the problem repeats, reset the theme settings to standard (Settings → Themes → My Themes → Reset).

Problem 3: Black screen instead of wallpaper

🔹 Reason: Conflict with function Dark theme or Energy saving.

🔹 Decision:

• Turn off the Dark Theme (Settings → Screen → Dark Theme).
• Turn on and off Adaptive Brightness (Settings → Screen → Adaptive Brightness).
• Check if Read Mode is enabled (Settings → Screen → Read Mode).

1. Is there enough space in the phone memory (needs at least 500 MB of free space).

2. whether there are third-party launchers (e.g. Nova Launcher or Lawnchair) that can block changes.

3. whether there are restrictions on the employer or MDM-Politician (if the phone is corporate).-->

7. Alternative wallpaper annexes

If embedded tools MIUI You don't like it, you can use third-party apps.-3 Verified options for Redmi 10:

💡 Tip: When using Zedge or other live wallpaper apps for the lock screen, you may need to disable battery optimization for these apps:

Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Optimization → Select the App → No Limits

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions