Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is one of the most popular mid-range smartphones, but even its owners face the limitations of standard MIUI themes. Xiaomi's live wallpapers (or Super Wallpapers) that smoothly animate when unlocking the screen are officially only available for flagship models. However, there are several ways to get around this limitation and install them on the Redmi Note 10 Pro - both with standard MIUI tools and through third-party utilities.
In this article, we will discuss three working methods: from simple import through Themes to manual installation through ADB and Magisk modules. Each method is tested on MIUI 12.5-14 and does not require deep technical knowledge - just follow the instructions. Important: before you start, check the firmware version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version, as some steps depend on this.
What are Super Wallpapers and why they are not on the Redmi Note 10 Pro?
Super Wallpapers are Xiaomi’s signature live wallpapers that seamlessly transform from locked to home screens, which were introduced alongside the Mi 11 and are officially supported only on flagship devices (Mi, Mix, Black Shark series).
- 🔹 Hardware requirements: Animation requires a powerful processor (e.g. Snapdragon) 8xx), Redmi Note 10 Pro is equipped with Snapdragon 732G.
- 🔹 Optimization MIUI: Xiaomi artificially limits feature for Redmi segment to highlight flagship advantages.
- 🔹 License Agreements: Some wallpapers (e.g., depicting Mars) are created in collaboration with the NASA and have limited distribution.
However, the community of enthusiasts has found workarounds, and the main thing is to understand that on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the animation can work less smoothly, especially if heavy applications are running in the background, and it is worth considering that after the MIUI update, the wallpaper may reset — they will have to be installed again.
⚠️ Note: If you use informal firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS), the methods from this article may not work. MIUI And they require an original shell.
Method 1: Installation via the Themes app (without root)
The easiest method is to import pre-made themes from Super Wallpapers through the official Themes app, which is suitable for users who do not want to risk warranty or go into technical details.
- 📱 Smartphone Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 12.5 or newer.
- 🌐 Stable Internet connection (Wi-Fi is recommended).
- 🔧 Themes Appendix (set by default).
Steps:
- Open the Themes app (the icon with a brush on your desktop).
- Go to Wallpaper section. → Live wallpaper.
- In the search box, type in the query: Super Wallpaper or Mars (the name of a popular topic with Mars).
- Choose your favorite theme and click Apply. If wallpaper doesn't apply, try downloading them through the Web version of Themes and importing them manually.
If the wallpaper is not displayed in the search, it means that they are blocked for your region, in which case a VPN (for example, ProtonVPN or Warp) with a connection to servers in India or China will help, there is a wider choice.
Download the latest version of the Themes app on Google Play|
Clear the app cache in Settings → Applications → Topics → Storage |
Connect to a VPN (optional, for an extended directory)|
Check the space available (minimum 200 MB)
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Method 2: Manual installation via ADB (for advanced users)
If the standard method didn't work, you can install Super Wallpapers manually through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires USB debugging and command line operation, but does not violate the warranty. The advantage of the method is the ability to install any wallpaper, including those that are not officially available for the Redmi Note 10 Pro.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux and established ADB.
- 📋 Super Wallpapers files (can be downloaded from the XDA Developers or Telegram channels).
- 🔌 USB-cable (original, for stable connection).
Instructions:
- Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times to activate Developer Mode) Settings → Additional → Developers → Debugging over USB (enable)
- Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
- Download the archive from Super Wallpapers (for example, Mars_SuperWallpaper.zip) and unpack it in a folder with ADB.
- Open the command line (or Terminal) in the ADB folder and execute the commands: adb push SuperWallpaper.apk /sdcard/ adb shell pm install -r /sdcard/SuperWallpaper.apk adb shell am force-stop com.android.thememanager adb shell am start -n com.android.thememanager/.activity.ThemePreviewActivity.
- After installation, restart the phone and apply wallpaper through Settings → Wallpaper.
⚠️ Note: If the wallpaper does not appear after installation, check the compatibility of the.apk file with your version. MIUI. Some wallpapers require MIUI 13+ And they may not work on old firmware.
How to check the MIUI version through ADB?
| MIUI version | Supported by Super Wallpapers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MIUI 12.0–12.5 | Mars, Earth, Snow Mountain | There may be lags in animation |
| MIUI 13 | All official + custom | Better compatibility |
| MIUI 14 | All + New Topics (e.g. Forest) | Requires updated.apk files |
Method 3: Installation via Magisk (for root users)
If your Redmi Note 10 Pro has an unlocked bootloader and Magisk installed, you can use dedicated modules to integrate Super Wallpapers at the system level, which gives you maximum stability and access to all topics, but requires:
- 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (bootloader).
- 🛠️ Installed by Magisk (version 24)+).
- 📦 Module MIUI Super Wallpapers Enabler (available at WEB) XDA).
Step-by-step:
- Download the module. MIUI_Super_Wallpapers_Enabler.zip And save it to the phone’s internal memory.
- Open the Magisk application → Modules → Install from storage.
- Select the downloaded file and wait for the installation to be completed.
- Restart your phone. Once you download, the wallpaper will be available in Settings → Wallpaper → Live wallpaper.
Advantages of this method:
- 🔄 Automatic wallpaper update when changing firmware.
- 🎨 Access to all official and custom topics.
- ⚡ Minimal impact on productivity (both wallpapers are integrated into the system).
⚠️ Note: Installation of Magisk modules can lead to malfunctions MIUI, If the module is incompatible with your firmware version, always backup through TWRP before experimentation.
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If the wallpaper doesn’t appear after installing the module, try clearing the Topic app cache and restarting the phone. Also check if animation is included in Settings → Additional → Special Effects (System Animations 1x should stand).
How to remove Super Wallpapers if you don’t like them
If the wallpaper is starting to slow down or just disliked, it can be removed without a trace.
- 📲 Through Topics: Go to Settings → Wallpaper, select static wallpaper and apply it. The system will automatically remove the cache of live wallpaper.
- 🖥️ Through ADB: Execute the command: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.superwallpaper (replace com.android.superwallpaper with the name of your wallpaper packet).
- 🔓 Through Magisk: Open Magisk → Modules. → Find the module with the wallpaper and remove it.
After removal, it is recommended to clean the system cache:
- Go to Settings → Storage → Cleaning.
- Select the Cash apps and click Clear.
- Reboot the phone.
Standard static |
Super Wallpapers (live)|
Castom wallpaper from Google Wallpapers|
Others (write in the comments)-->
The solution to the problem: why Super Wallpapers do not work
If after installation wallpaper is not animated, hanging or not applied at all, check the following points:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Wallpapers are not set. | The incompatible version of MIUI | Update your firmware or download wallpaper for your version |
| Animation slows down | Insufficient RAM | Close background applications or reduce wallpaper resolution |
| Wallpaper is reset after resetting | Cache error | Clear the Apps' Data Topics |
| No sound in animation. | System sounds disabled. | Include in Settings → Sounds and vibration → System sounds |
If the problem is not solved, try:
- 🔄 Reset the wallpaper by another method (for example, if it did not work) ADB, Try Magisk).
- 📡 Reset network settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and networks → Resetting network settings).
- 📱 Check your phone for viruses (some malware blocks system animations).
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If none of these methods worked, your version of MIUI is likely to be severely restricted, and only flashing it to custom firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU), where Super Wallpapers are available by default, will help.