The limitless screen mode on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 allows you to hide the system panels and maximize the display workspace - the ideal solution for watching videos, games or reading. However, many users are faced with the fact that the feature is either missing from the menu or not working correctly. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to activate the mode, including hidden MIUI settings and bypassing restrictions for specific versions of the firmware.
It is important to understand that on the Redmi Note 10 (mojito/sunny models), the implementation of the limitless screen depends on the MIUI version and regional firmware. For example, in global builds (MIUI Global), the function may be hidden, while in Chinese (MIUI China) or European (MIUI EU) versions it is available by default, and the mode is also affected by installed shells from third parties (for example, POCO Launcher).
If you've tried to turn on a limitless screen through standard settings before and it didn't work out, don't despair. In this article, you'll find alternative methods, including using the same tools. ADB-But first, let's get to the bottom of what exactly is meant by "limitless screen" on Xiaomi and what nuances to consider before setting up.
What is a Limitless Screen and Why You Need It
Full Screen Display or Immersive Mode is a display mode that hides:
- 📱 Top Notification Panel (status bar with time, network icons and battery)
- 🔄 Lower navigation bar (Back, Home, Recent buttons")
- 🎮 Black fields around the edges (when watching videos or in games)
On the Redmi Note 10, this mode is implemented at the MIUI firmware level and can work in three versions:
- Automatically – hides the panels only in supported applications (YouTube, games).
- Manually - the user swipes himself to hide the panels.
- Always – the panels are hidden except for navigation gestures.
The main advantages of the regime:
- 🎥 More space for content – especially noticeable when watching video at 18:9 or 21:9.
- 🎮 Immersion in games – distracting interface elements disappear.
- 📖 Easy reading – text takes up the entire screen without cropping.
⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 10 with version MIUI below 12.5, the constant limitless mode may conflict with navigation gestures, in which case it is recommended to use automatic mode or update the firmware.
Standard way to enable through MIUI settings
If your Redmi Note 10 is running the current MIUI Global/EU version (12.0 and up), try turning on the mode via the standard menu:
- Open the Settings → Display.
- Select the option "Limitless screen" (or "Full Screen Display" in English).
- Activate the switch Enable limitless mode.
- In the Display Type section, select: Automatically to hide panels in supported applications. Manually to hide panels with a swipe up/down.
If the item "Limitless screen" in the menu does not mean:
- 🔄 You have an outdated version. MIUI (Update the firmware through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system).
- 🌍 Regional firmware is used without this function (e.g, MIUI India MIUI Russia).
- 🛠️ The function is disabled by the manufacturer for your model (solved by ADB custom-made).
Check the MIUI version (should be ≥12.0)
Make sure navigation gestures are included
Disable third-party launchers (POCO, Nova, etc.)
Reboot your phone before setting up-->
On some versions of MIUI 13 for Redmi Note 10, the menu item may be called Advanced Display or Full Screen Mode. If you don't find it in Settings → Display, check the Special Features → Usability section.
Activation via hidden settings (for MIUI Global)
If the standard method didn’t work, try turning on the limitless screen through the hidden developer menu, which works on most versions of MIUI, including global builds:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Press 7 times on MIUI Version (you will be notified "You are a developer").
Settings
For developers
Full-screen display
Force Full Screen Display
Hide the bottom navigation panel
Hide the top panel.
Once activated, restart your phone. Now, in supported apps (YouTube, Chrome, games), the panels will disappear automatically. If the feature does not work, check:
- 🔧 Navigation gestures are enabled (Settings) → Display. → Navigation buttons → Gestures).
- 📱 Is there a third-party launcher installed (for example, Nova Launcher or POCO Launcher, which can block system settings.
- 🔄 Are the display settings reset after the update? MIUI.
What to do if the navigation buttons are missing after activation?
⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI 14 for Redmi Note 10 Force Full Screen Display can lead to keyboard display bugs. ADB-Teams (see next section).
Enabling a limitless screen through ADB (for power users)
If none of the previous methods worked, you can force activate the mode via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which is suitable for all versions of MIUI, but requires connecting the phone to a computer.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB (You can download from the official Android website).
- 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → For developers → Debugging by USB).
- 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).
Instructions:
- Connect Redmi Note 10 to your computer and confirm debugging permission.
- Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
- Enter the commands: adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen 1 adb shell settings put global policy_control immersive.full=*
- Reboot the phone.
Once these commands are executed, the limitless mode will be forced on all applications. To return the standard display, use:
adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen 0| ADB Team Team | The effect | Note |
|---|---|---|
| force_fullscreen 1 | Includes full-screen mode | It may be in conflict with some games. |
| immersive.full=* | Hiding system panels | It doesn’t work in all versions of MIUI. |
| force_fullscreen 0 | Disable mode. | Reboot required |
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If, after the execution, ADB-commands the screen has become glitchy (for example, no notifications are shown), try to enter the command adb shell settings delete global policy_control and reboot the phone.
Solving the Problems with the Limitless Screen
Even after the mode is successfully activated, Redmi Note 10 users may encounter bugs.
1. panels are not hidden in some applications
Reason: Not all apps support Immersive Mode by default.
- 🔧 Manually add the app to exceptions: Go to Settings → Annexes → App management. Select the desired application (e.g. Chrome) Activate Full Screen Mode or Limitless Display.
📱 Use a swipe gesture down from the top edge of the screen to forcefully hide the panels.
2. The navigation buttons are gone.
Reason: The conflict between limitless mode and gestures.
- 🔄 Return the standard buttons to Settings → Display. → Navigation buttons.
- 🖱️ If you use gestures, swipe from the bottom up and hold your finger for 1 second – the navigation bar will appear.
3. Black fields on the sides in games/video
Reason: Wrong aspect ratio or application restriction.
- 🎮 In the game settings, enable Full Screen or Stretch to Fill.
- 📺 For YouTube videos, click on three dots → Relationship of parties → Stretching.
- 🔧 B Settings → Display. → Screen resolution set. FHD+ (2400×1080).