How to install your wallpaper on Xiaomi Redmi 10: all the ways from standard to advanced

Changing the wallpaper to the Xiaomi Redmi 10 seems like a simple task — until you face the limitations of the proprietary shell MIUI. Even after downloading a favorite image to the gallery, the system may refuse to install it on the lock screen or desktop, offering standard themes instead. In this article, we will analyze all the working methods, from basic settings to bypassing system restrictions through ADB and third-party utilities.

The peculiarity of Redmi 10 (codename selene) is that MIUI aggressively caches wallpaper and imposes restrictions on the resolution of uploaded images. For example, for a lock screen, the system can automatically crop the picture to 1080×2340 pixels, even if you chose a file with a resolution of 4K. We tested all methods on current versions of MIUI 13/14 and identified those that are guaranteed to work without root rights.

Method 1: Installation of wallpaper through a standard gallery

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Xiaomi gallery, which is suitable for most users, but has limitations on resolution and file format.

1. Prepare the image: the optimal resolution for Redmi 10 is 1080×2400 (aspect ratio 9:20).
2. Open the Gallery app and find the image you want.
3. Slip it on it, then press the button. ⋮ → Set up how → Wallpaper.
4. Select the crop area (the system will offer options for the desktop and lock screen).

⚠️ Attention: MIUI It can automatically compress the image to 720p, If the original file weighs more than 5MB, reduce the size by using TinyPNG or similar service.

- Image resolution corresponds to 1080×2400

The file is not more than 5 MB (otherwise MIUI will compress it)

Images not in.webp or.heic format (not supported)

- In the screen settings, the "Energy Saving" mode is turned off (it reduces the brightness of the wallpaper)-->

If after installation, the wallpaper looks blurry or cropped incorrectly, try:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone (sometimes) MIUI not apply changes immediately).
• 📏 Use third-party cropping apps (e.g. Photo & Picture Resizer).
• 🖼️ Change the format to.png – it better retains transparency and colors.

Method 2: Use of the "Themes" application

MIUI has a built-in Theme app that allows you to install not only wallpaper but also full-fledged visual packages. But there are pitfalls: many of the wallpapers in the official catalog require a connection to Chinese servers and can slow down the system.

1. Open Topics → Wallpaper.
2. Choose My Wallpaper tab (if not, tap the avatar in the upper right corner).
3. Click + → Local Wallpaper and select your file.
4. Apply the changes to your desktop, lock screen, or both at the same time.

Important: Themes app may not show files in.webp or higher than 2K. If your image doesn’t appear in the list, convert it to.jpg through any online converter.

If after using the wallpaper looks dull, check the screen settings:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Colors and contrast.
2. Select the Saturated or Standard profile (Energy Saving Mode mutes the colors).

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Method 3: Third-party applications for wallpaper

If the built-in MIUI tools don't work, you can use third-party apps, which offer more features: animation, adaptive cutting-out, support for custom formats, and the best options for Redmi 10:

• 🌌 WallpapersCraft - a catalog of wallpapers with filters by resolution (there is a section specifically for 1080×2400).
• 🎨 Backdrops – a collection of minimalist wallpaper with support for a dark theme.
• 🖼️ Zedge – a huge database of wallpapers and ringtones, but contains advertising.
• 🔄 Muzei Live Wallpaper – automatically changes wallpapers on schedule (requires) MIUI 12+).

To install wallpaper through a third-party application:

1. Download and install the selected application from Google Play.
2. Select the image you like and click Install.
3. In the window that appears, select MIUI Wallpaper (if there is no such item, use Other Applications → Gallery).

⚠️ Note: some apps (e.g. Zedge) request permission to access files and cameras. Give up unnecessary permissions - there is enough access to the Warehouse to install wallpaper.

If the wallpaper is not applied after installation, try:

• 🔄 Restart the Themes app (close it in multitasking).
• 📱 Set wallpaper through Settings → Wallpaper (sometimes it works better).
• 🔧 Clear the application cache Themes in Settings (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Topics → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

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If the wallpaper in the app looks normal but becomes blurry after installation, try turning off the Adaptive Brightness option in the screen settings. MIUI sometimes handles color profiles incorrectly.

Method 4: Install wallpaper through ADB (for advanced)

If none of the above methods worked, you can use the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) manually, which requires connecting your phone to a PC, but bypasses all the limitations of MIUI.

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB Redmi 10 (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then go back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🖼️ Prepared image in.jpg or.png format (resolution) 1080×2400).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and do:

adb devices

(Serial number of your Redmi 10 should be displayed).

1. Copy the wallpaper file to /sdcard/Pictures/Wallpapers/:

adb push your image.jpg /sdcard/Pictures/Wallpapers/

1. Set wallpaper through ADB:

adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.SET_WALLPAPER -d file:///sdcard/Pictures/Wallpapers/ your image.jpg

If the team fails, try an alternative method through wallpaper_manager:

adb shell cmd wallpaper set /sdcard/Pictures/Wallpapers/your image.jpg --backend both

⚠️ Note: After installing the wallpaper through ADB They may disappear after the reboot. To record the changes, you can do this:

adb shell settings put global wallpaper_changing_enabled 0

Method 5: Live Wallpaper and Animation

Redmi 10 on MIUI 13/14 supports live wallpaper, but with limitations: the animation works only on the lock screen and consumes an additional battery.

1. Download the live wallpaper app (like KLWP Live Wallpaper Maker or Wallpaper Engine).
2. Choose your favorite animation and export it to.kwgt or.apk.
3. Set wallpaper through Settings → Wallpaper → Live wallpaper.

Please note:

• 🔋 Live wallpaper increases battery consumption by 5-15% (tested on Redmi 10s) MIUI 14).
• 🖥️ Some animations may lag if heavy apps are running in the background.
• 🚫 MIUI Blocks live wallpaper from unknown sources – turn on the installation from APK safety-setting.

For maximum productivity:

• Choose wallpaper with a resolution not higher than 1080p.
• Turn off animation in the app settings if it is not needed.
• Use the Energy Saving mode in the battery settings for live wallpaper.

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The live wallpaper on Redmi 10 only works on MIUI 13 and later. On older versions of the shell, the animation will appear as a static image.

Solving Wallpaper Problems on Redmi 10

Even after a successful installation, the wallpaper on Redmi 10 may not behave properly, such as disappearing after an update, stretching, or turning black and white.

If the wallpaper is displayed incorrectly only on the lock screen, check:

1. Overlay widgets: go to Settings → Lock screen → Widgets and disable unnecessary ones.
2. Always-on Display mode: It can conflict with wallpaper (disables in Settings → Lock screen → Always-on Display).
3. Security settings: Some wallpapers are blocked if the Privacy Protection option is enabled.

FAQ: Frequent questions about wallpaper on Redmi 10