The feature of the limitless screen (or Full Screen Display) on the Xiaomi Mi 10 allows you to hide the front camera and sensors at the top of the display, expanding the workspace for content. This is especially useful when watching videos, playing games or reading — when every pixel counts. However, not all users know that this mode works differently depending on the version of MIUI and the type of content.
In this article, we will not only explore the standard way to enable a function through settings, but also alternative methods for applications that do not support automatic zoom, and learn how to avoid common problems such as cropping the interface or distorting images.
⚠️ Important: Xiaomi Mi 10 with firmware older MIUI 14 The cutout hiding algorithm may not work properly in some games (e.g., in PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact. Before setting up, check the version in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
What is a Limitless Screen and Why You Need It
Full Screen Display (or “limitless screen”) is a software method to hide physical display cutouts (such as cameras or sensors) by scaling content. On the Xiaomi Mi 10, the cutout is located in the upper left corner, and it can be “hidden” in two ways:
- 🔄 Automatic zooming: The system itself stretches the image, filling the cutout area.
- ⚙️ Manual setting – the user manually chooses how content will be displayed (with or without black bars.
The main advantages of the regime:
- 🎬 More space for video - no black stripes on the sides.
- 🎮 Immersive Gameplay – The Game Interface Takes Up the Whole Screen.
- 📱 Modern look – the phone looks like a device without frames.
However, there are downsides: some interface elements (such as notification icons) can be partially hidden behind the cutout, and in fixed-resolution games, artifacts can be stretched.
Standard way to enable through MIUI settings
The easiest way to activate the mode is to use the built-in MIUI options. The instructions are suitable for all firmware versions, starting with MIUI 12:
- Open the settings on your phone.
- Go to the Screen section.
- Select the option "Limitless screen" (or "Full Screen Display" in English).
- Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
- In the full-screen Apps section, select the programs you want to apply the mode for (e.g. YouTube, Chrome, games).
After turning on, the system will prompt you to choose one of three display options:
| Regime. | Description | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| Hide the cutout | The content is stretched to the entire screen, the cutout is masked with a black stripe. | Videos, photos, web surfing |
| Show the cutout | The cutout remains visible, the content is not stretched. | Fixed-interface applications (e.g. banking) |
| Automobile | The system itself chooses the optimal mode for each application. | For most users |
⚠️ Note: In some versions MIUI When you update, the settings of the limitless screen are reset. If the function stops working, check its status in the settings or restart the phone.
Update. MIUI last-minute|Check the compatibility of the applications|Make a backup of the screen settings|Reboot your phone after the changes-->
Alternative Incorporation Methods for Incompatible Applications
Not all programs work correctly with the standard Full Screen Display mode, for example, in games like Call of Duty: Mobile or Free Fire, you may experience a cropping of the interface.
1.Use of the Developer Mode
By activating the developer options, you will get access to additional display settings:
- Go to Settings → About Phone and 7 times click on the MIUI Version to unlock the Developer Mode.
- Return to the main settings menu and open Additional → for developers.
- Find Full-screen display (or Full-screen mode) and select Force Full Screen.
- Reboot the phone.
⚠️ Warning: Forced full-screen activation may cause system notifications and navigation bars to be incorrectly displayed. Turn off the feature if you notice touch gesture problems.
2. customization via ADB (for power users)
If standard methods don’t work, you can manually set the display settings through Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting your phone to your PC:
adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen 1To return the standard settings, do:
adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen 0🔹 Note: Teams ADB They only work when the debugging is on. USB (You can find it in the settings. → For developers).
What to do if after ADB-The screen was displayed incorrectly?
Setup for specific applications: YouTube, games, instant messengers
Some programs have their own display controls, and let's look at the nuances for popular services:
🎥 YouTube and other video players
In YouTube, the limitless screen is automatically turned on when the video is turned on full screen, but if the cutout is still visible:
- 🔧 Go to the application settings (profile) → Settings → General) and disable the option to Show video information.
- 📱 In the settings MIUI Add YouTube to the list of full-screen apps (see section above).
- 🔄 If the video is cut on the sides, try tapping the screen twice to zoom in.
🎮 Games (PUBG, Genshin Impact, COD Mobile)
In games, a limitless screen can improve the experience or ruin it. For example, in PUBG Mobile, when you stretch the interface, some of the HUD elements (map, inventory) can be hidden behind the notch.
- 🕹️ In the game settings, find the Graphic item → Full screen mode and select Adaptive or Disable.
- ⚙️ V MIUI for the game set the mode Show the cutout if the interface is cut off.
- 🖥️ Use the gamepad mode (in) MIUI 13+), which optimizes display for games.
💬 Messengers (Telegram, WhatsApp)
In instant messengers, a limitless screen is not usually required, but if the keyboard covers part of the chat:
- 📱 In the settings MIUI For the messenger, select the Auto mode.
- 🔄 In the application itself (for example, in Telegram) open Settings → chat → Font size and reduce the scale.
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If the controls are missing in a game or application after turning on the limitless screen, try changing the screen resolution in the developer settings (Settings → Developer → Minimum Width). 411dp usually solves the problem.
Common Problems and Their Solutions
Even after the correct setup, users of Xiaomi Mi 10 can encounter bugs.
1.The black stripes on the sides in the video
If the video is not stretched to the full screen:
- 🎬 Check the aspect ratio of the video. 16:9 video won't take up the entire screen on the 19.5:9 display.
- ⚙️ In the player (e.g, MX Player) enable the option to Stretching or Cut.
- 📱 In the settings MIUI For the player, select the mode Hide the cutout.
2. Navigation gestures do not work
If the navigation panel disappears after the unlimited screen is turned on:
- 🔧 Go to Settings. → Screen. → Full-screen gestures and select Swipe up.
- 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the system resets your gesture settings.
3. Distortion of images in games
If artifacts or blurring appear in games:
- 🎮 In the game settings, reduce the resolution or turn off the smoothing.
- ⚙️ V MIUI For the game, set the mode Show the cutout.
- 🖥️ Update GPU drivers through Settings → The phone. → Update of the PO.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi Mi 10 with Snapdragon 865 processor in games with high graphics settings (eg, Genshin Impact at 60) FPS) You can get overheated. Forced full-screen mode exacerbates the problem -- monitor the temperature through the app. CPU Monitor.
Comparison with other flagships Xiaomi: who better copes
The limitless screen technology is implemented differently in Xiaomi’s lineups, compared to the Mi 10 with other models:
| Model | Type of cutout | Full Screen Support Support | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mi 10 | Drip-shaped (left) | Yes (MIUI 12+) | Good optimization for video, but problems in games |
| Xiaomi Mi 11 | Central round | Yes (MIUI 12.5+) | Best Adaptation for Games with Snapdragon 888 |
| POCO F3 | Drop-shaped (center) | Yes (MIUI 13) | More aggressive scaling, but artifacts are possible |
| Redmi Note 10 Pro | Central round | Partially. | It only works in standard applications (YouTube, gallery) |
Xiaomi Mi 10 is in the middle segment in terms of quality of implementation of the limitless screen, the main disadvantage is poor optimization for games where manual adjustment is often required, while the feature is stable for watching videos and working with content.
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On the Xiaomi Mi 10, the limitless screen is best for multimedia tasks (video, photo, web). For games, it is recommended to use the “Show Notch” mode or adjust the display manually through ADB.
How to Reverse Changes If Something Goes Wrong
If you have problems after setting up the limitless screen (for example, notifications do not work or the interface is cut), return the standard settings:
- Open Settings → Screen → Limitless screen and turn off the function.
- For apps added to the full-screen display list, click on them and select Reset.
- If you have used ADB, follow the command:
adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen 0If after resetting the settings, problems persist:
- 🔄 Restart your phone in Safe Mode (click the power button) → Restarting in Safe Mode).
- 📱 Reset the screen settings: Settings → Screen. → Resetting display settings.
- 🔧 Update. MIUI to the latest version - in the new firmwares, bugs with display are corrected.
⚠️ Note: If you have been manipulated by ADB system fonts or icons are missing, reset all settings (Settings) → Additionally. → Reset settings.This will delete all user data, so make a backup copy first.