What is AOD and why it is not in the standard settings of the Redmi Note 10 Pro
The feature is Always on Display (AOD) It allows you to display time, notifications and other data on the screen of your smartphone even when it is turned off, it is convenient for quickly viewing information without the need to unlock the device. MIUI option AOD Not available despite support AMOLED-screen in this model.
The reason is because Xiaomi has a policy of artificially restricting functionality on budget and mid-budget devices to emphasize the benefits of flagship lines. But that doesn't mean that AOD can't be activated. There are several ways to get around the restriction, from hidden MIUI settings to using third-party apps. It's important to understand that improper activation can lead to increased battery consumption or even screen failures.
In this article, we’ll look at all the working methods for enabling AOD on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, including formal and informal solutions, and give you recommendations for optimizing your power consumption. If you’re willing to sacrifice 1-2% charge per hour for convenience, read on.
Official method: Hidden MIUI settings for AOD
Although there is no explicit menu option, the MIUI firmware for the Redmi Note 10 Pro includes system-level AOD support, which requires an engineering menu code or a special combination of actions to activate, which requires no root rights and is device-safe, but does not work on all versions of MIUI.
Instructions for activation:
- Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##6484###
- In the MIUI Test menu that appears, select Always On Display (if not, it is not suitable for your firmware version).
- Activate the switch and restart the smartphone.
Check the MIUI version (settings → About the phone)
Charge the battery by at least 50%
Disconnect the energy saving mode
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If the code doesn’t work, try an alternative:
- Go to Settings → Screen → More.
- Tap 5 times in a row on the Clock on the locked screen (on some versions of MIUI this activates the hidden menu).
⚠️ Attention: After activation AOD You may miss the option in the standard settings on the engineering menu. To return it, reset the screen settings to the factory settings (Settings) → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting screen settings).
Informal methods: third-party applications and ADB
If the official methods have not worked, there are two alternative options: using third-party applications or ADB commands. The first method is simpler but less stable, the second requires computer skills, but gives more control over settings.
Method 1: Appendix Always on AMOLED
This app emulates AOD by displaying time and notifications on top of a locked screen, and it has the advantage of working even on devices without AMOLED, but there are also disadvantages:
- 🔋 Increased battery consumption (up to 5% per hour)
- 🚫 No integration with system notifications MIUI
- 🛠️ Permission to display over other windows is required
Download the app from Google Play, provide all the necessary permissions and select the display style. To save charge, set up an automatic shutdown timer (for example, from 23:00 to 7:00).
Method 2: ADB-command
This is a method that's suitable for advanced users, and you'll need to:
- 💻 A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB Tools
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)
- 📱 Included debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap → Return to the Extra → For developers)
After preparation, perform commands:
adb shell settings put global always_on_display_enabled 1
adb shell settings put global aod_mode 1If the screen doesn’t catch fire, try the alternative command:
adb shell am start -n com.android.systemui/.alwayson.AlwaysOnDisplayActivity⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB If after executing the commands, the screen stopped responding to touches, reboot by holding the power button for 10 seconds.
Official (via engineering menu)
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Customize the appearance of AOD on the Redmi Note 10 Pro
Once you have successfully activated AOD, you can customize the look of the AOD, and depending on how you turn it on, the options available will vary, and consider the options for the official Always On AMOLED method and application.
Official settings of MIUI
If AOD is activated via an engineering menu, settings will usually appear in:
Settings → Screen → Always on Display
Options available:
- 🕒 Watch styles (analog, digital, minimalistic)
- 📅 Date (display format)
- 🔔 Notifications (showing app icons)
- 🎨 Color scheme (black and white or color)
- ⏱️ Schedule (only included at certain times)
Setting up in Always on AMOLED
The side app offers more flexible options:
| Parameter | Description | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | From 1% to 100% | 5-10% for battery savings |
| Time out | Automatic shutdown in N seconds | 30-60 seconds. |
| Sensory management | Double touch to wake up | Insert for convenience |
| Colour of text | White, red, green, etc. | White - minimum expenditure |
| Clock position | Top, bottom, center of the screen. | Center - classic view |
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To reduce battery consumption, choose a black and white watch style and turn off the date and notification display, and the power difference can be as high as 30-40%.
Optimizing battery consumption when using AOD
AOD inevitably increases battery consumption, but it can be minimized.
- 🔦 Screen brightness (the higher the consumption)
- 🎨 Color gamut (colored pixels consume more energy than black and white)
- ⏳ Activity time (constant) AOD vs. on schedule)
- 📱 Battery condition (the worn-out battery discharges faster)
Optimization recommendations:
- Use black and white instead of color.
- Set the brightness to 5-10% (this is enough for indoor visibility).
- Activate AOD only during daytime (e.g. 7:00 to 23:00).
- Turn off notifications and dates, leaving only the clock.
- Periodically calibrate the battery (every 2-3 months completely discharge and charge the smartphone).
On the Redmi Note 10 Pro with the AOD activated in optimal mode (black and white watch, brightness 7%, without notifications), the average battery consumption is 0.8-1.2% per hour, which is equivalent to 20-25 hours of full charge.
How to check the actual battery consumption from AOD?
Frequent problems and their solutions
When using AOD on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, users face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:
AOD is not activated after activation.
Possible causes and solutions:
- 🔄 The firmware does not support the function → Update. MIUI Up to the latest version or use third-party apps.
- 🔋 Energy-saving regime → Turn it off in Settings. → Battery.
- 🛠️ System failure → Reboot your smartphone or reset your screen settings.
The screen does not go out completely (the backlight remains)
It's typical of ADB-To correct the method:
- Adb shell settings put global settings aod_mode 0
- Reset the device.
- Re-activate the AOD through the engineering menu.
AOD is unstable (self-disabled)
The problem is usually related to battery optimization:
- ⚙️ Turn off optimization for the Always On app AMOLED (Settings → Annexes → Application management → Always On AMOLED → Battery → No restrictions).
- 🔄 Update the application to the latest version.
- 📵 Check if it's blocking. AOD any application to save charge (for example, Greenify or Battery Doctor).
⚠️ Note: If after activation AOD through ADB The smartphone began to overheat or discharge quickly (more 3% In the hour, immediately disable the function with commands: adb shell settings put global always_on_display_enabled 0 adb shell settings put global aod_mode 0 This may indicate a conflict with the firmware.
AOD comparison on Redmi Note 10 Pro and other Xiaomi smartphones
The Always On Display feature is implemented differently on Xiaomi devices depending on the model and price segment. For clarity, compare the Redmi Note 10 Pro with other popular devices:
| Model | AOD in MIUI | Screen type | Battery consumption (AOD) | Additional functions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10 Pro | Hidden (requires activation) | AMOLED, 120Hz | 0.8-1.2%/hour | Hours, date, notices |
| Xiaomi 11T Pro | It's in the settings. | AMOLED, 120Hz | 0.5-0.9%/hour | Animations, music player |
| POCO F3 | Hidden (activated via ADB) | AMOLED, 120Hz | 1.0-1.5%/hour | Watch, battery, weather |
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | It's in the settings. | AMOLED, 120Hz | 0.6-1.0%/hour | Customization of styles, schedule |
As you can see from the table, the Redmi Note 10 Pro is inferior to the flagship models in AOD functionality, but when set up correctly it can provide comparable autonomy, the main difference is the lack of official support, which forces users to resort to bypass methods.
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The AOD on the Redmi Note 10 Pro consumes 20-30% more power than on Xiaomi’s flagship models, due to less streamlined firmware and a lack of hardware acceleration for the feature.