How to turn on and configure a gyroscope on a Xiaomi phone: the complete guide

The gyroscope in Xiaomi smartphones is not just a sensor for games PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact. It's responsible for automatic screen rotation, operation. AR-But many users are faced with the fact that the Suddenly gyro stops working: the screen does not turn, the games do not respond to tilts, and the compass shows incorrect data. The reasons can be different – from accidental disconnection in settings to hardware malfunctions.

In this article, we will analyze all ways to turn on the gyroscope on Xiaomi, Redmi and phones. POCO — From basic settings to hidden engineering menu features, you'll learn how to test the sensor's performance, calibrate it for precise operation, and what to do if the gyro doesn't respond at all. MIUI 12/13/14 HyperOS, including models 2020–2026 year-end.

What is a gyroscope in a smartphone and why you need it

A gyroscope (or gyroscopic sensor) is a microelectromechanical sensor that measures the angular speed of a device in three axes: X (roll), Y (tangage) and Z ( yaw), paired with an accelerometer, it forms a system for determining the orientation of the smartphone in space.

On Xiaomi phones, the gyroscope is used to:

• 🎮 Game control: device tilts in racing simulators or shooters (for example, in Call of Duty Mobile or Asphalt 9).
• 📱 Screen Autoturn: Automatic Switching Between Book Orientation and Landscape Orientation.
• 🧭 Navigation: improving the accuracy of direction determination in Google Maps or Yandex.Maps.
• 🎥 Stabilization of video: smoothing the tremor of the hand when shooting in the camera app.
• 🕶️ AR/VR: Augmented reality applications (for example, Pokémon GO or IKEA Place).

Without a gyroscope, many smartphone functions will not work properly, such as in games, a character can move in jerks, and a compass can show north where it is not, and if you notice problems like this, first check if the sensor is on in the settings.

How to check if the gyroscope works on Xiaomi

Before you set up the gyro, make sure it is physically fit, and use built-in tools or third-party apps to do so.

Method 1: Integrated sensor test

Most Xiaomi devices have a hidden menu to check the sensors.

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##6484### (or #4636## on older versions) MIUI).
3. Select the Sensor Test (Sensor Test).
4. Tilt the phone in different directions – the values of the Gyroscope should change in real time.

If the numbers remain in place or a Not available error is displayed, the sensor is not working or is disabled at the software level.

Method 2: Diagnostic applications

For a more detailed check, install one of the applications:

• 📊 CPU-Z (Sensors section – shows data from all sensors, including the gyroscope.
• 🔧 Sensor Test (from Keuwl) – visualizes the operation of sensors in the 3D-model.
• 🎯 Gyro Sensor Test – a specialized tool for testing a gyroscope.

If the gyroscope does not appear in the applications or shows zero values, the problem may be:

• ⚙️ Software Disable (in settings or through engineering menu).
• 🔄 Firmware failure (will help reset or flashing).
• 🛠️ Hardware failure (required repair).

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If the gyroscope only works in certain applications (e.g., games, but not maps), the problem may be the lack of permissions. → Annexes → Permits

How to turn on a gyroscope on Xiaomi through settings

If the sensor is working but the screen autorotates or the games do not respond to tilts, check the basic settings first.

Step 1: Turning on the screen autoturn

Many people confuse a switched off autorotor with a broken gyroscope.

1. Open the Settings → Screen.
2. Find the Autoturn option (or Screen Orientation).
3. Activate the switch.

If you don’t have an option, try calling the Quick Settings Panel (swipe down from the top edge of the screen) and find the Autoturn icon there (usually indicated by the arrows in a circle).

Step 2: Verifying App Permissions

Some programs (such as games or navigators) require a separate permission to access the gyroscope.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the application you want (such as Google Maps).
3. Press Permissions. → Sensors (or physical activity).
4. Turn on access to the gyroscope and the accelerometer.

Step 3: Reset sensor settings

If the gyroscope is not working properly (for example, the screen turns on its own), try recalibrating it:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap the MIUI version several times until you get a message: You are a developer!
3. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
4. Find the option Reset sensor calibration and confirm the action.

How to turn on a gyroscope through the engineering menu (for advanced)

If standard methods fail, the gyroscope can be activated via an engineering menu (Engineer Mode), which is suitable for Qualcomm Snapdragon-based devices (most Xiaomi, Redmi and other models). POCO).

Attention! Incorrect actions in the engineering menu can cause malfunctions in the smartphone. Follow the instructions carefully.

Instructions for turning on the gyroscope

1. Open the Phone app and type the combination: ##3644633## (or ##4636### for older models).
2. Select Hardware Testing → Sensor.
3. Find the Gyroscope Sensor (or GSensor) in the list.
4. If there is Disable next to the sensor, tap it and select Enable.
5. Save the changes and restart the phone.

On some firmware (HyperOS or custom builds), the path may be different. If the combination doesn't work, try:

• 🔧 Use the application MTK Engineering Mode (for devices on Mediatek).
• 📱 Install Shortcut Master to find hidden menus.

Calibration of the gyroscope on Xiaomi for accurate work

Even if the gyro is on, it can be incorrect due to unbalanced calibration, and this is manifested in:

• 🔄 Spontaneous turn of the screen.
• 🎮 "Trembling" control in games.
• 🧭 Inaccurate compass readings.

For calibration, use one of the applications:

If calibration doesn’t help, try resetting sensor settings through the developer menu (see section above) or perform a hard reset (reset to factory settings).

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Calibration of the gyroscope should be repeated after phone drops, firmware updates or change of case with magnets (they can affect sensors).

What to do if the gyroscope does not work despite all the settings

If you have tried all the methods, but the gyroscope still does not respond, the problem may be:

⚠️ If the gyro stopped working after a phone drop or moisture hit, don’t try to disassemble the device yourself – this can damage other components.

Possible causes and solutions

If none of these methods worked, there are two options:

1. Flash your phone through the Mi Flash Tool (instructions are available on the official Xiaomi website).
2. Contact the service - you may need to replace the gyroscope (repair cost: from 1,500 to 3,000 rubles, depending on the model).

Xiaomi models without a gyroscope: the full list

Not all Xiaomi smartphones are equipped with a gyroscope, which is usually compensated for by an accelerometer, but some features (like tilt control games) will not be available. Here is a list of models without a gyroscope (as of 2026):

• 📱 Redmi 9A, Redmi 9AT, Redmi 9C (Budget models 2020-2021.).
• 📱 POCO C3, POCO C31 (series).
• 📱 Redmi A1, Redmi A1+ (ultrabudget).
• 📱 Xiaomi Mi Play (2018 release).

Before buying a smartphone for gaming or AR-Check the presence of the gyroscope in the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or through services like GSMArena.

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The absence of a gyroscope does not mean that the phone is "bad." For everyday tasks (social networks, calls, photos), an accelerometer is quite enough. AR It's a critical parameter.

FAQ: Frequent questions about gyroscope on Xiaomi