The nighttime on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a fashion feature, but a real help for your eyes. The evening light of the blue screen interferes with the production of melatonin (the sleep hormone), which makes you fall asleep longer and wake up tired. The inclusion of night mode filters this harmful spectrum, making the picture warmer and more comfortable for perception in the dark.
In this article you will find detailed instructions for all versions. MIUI (12 to 14), including hidden settings that not everyone knows, and we'll learn how to manually turn on the mode, set up an automatic schedule, change the filter intensity and even activate it through a voice assistant. POCO Nighttime may not work properly and how to fix it.
What is a night mode and why it is needed
Night mode (or “Read Mode” as it is sometimes called in MIUI) is a feature that reduces the amount of blue light emitted by the screen. Studies show that blue light with a wavelength of 400-490 nm inhibits melatonin production by 50-60%, leading to insomnia and fatigue, especially for users who spend more than 2-3 hours a day at the phone.
On Xiaomi smartphones, night mode works according to two principles:
- 🌓 Automatic time activation (sunset/dawn or user schedule).
- 🎨 Manual color temperature setting – from a barely noticeable warm hue to a deep amber filter.
- 🔄 Adaptive brightness that adjusts to the lighting in the room (not available on all models).
It's important to understand that night mode is not the same as dark theme: Dark theme changes the color of the background in apps, and night mode filters all the light of the screen on the physical level, and they can (and should!) be used together for maximum comfort.
How to turn on the night mode on Xiaomi: step-by-step instructions
The fastest way to activate mode is through the notification panel. Swipe down from top to bottom to open the curtain, and find the Night Mode icon (a crescent image) If it's not there, tap the pencil in the top right corner and add the tile manually.
For a more subtle setup, go to: Settings → Display → Night mode
Here's what you'll see on the menu:
☑️ Setting up night mode
| Parameter | Description | Recommended value |
|---|---|---|
| Color temperature | Yellow filter intensity (0 = off, 100 = maximum effect) | 40–60 for comfortable reading |
| Schedule | Automatic on/off time or geolocation | 21:00 to 7:00 or "Sunset Before Dawn" |
| Adaptive brightness | Automatic adjustment to lighting (available on flagships) | Turn it on if you have one. |
| Screen brightness | Manual brightness setting in night mode | 30-50% for battery savings |
On Xiaomi models with AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi) K60) night mode works more efficiently, since the pixels independently adjust the color temperature without loss of brightness.
Setting up an automatic schedule
To avoid manually turning on the schedule every night, set up an automatic schedule.
- Go to Settings → Display → Night mode.
- Click on "Schedule."
- Choose one of the options: 🌅 Sunset before dawn – the mode is turned on automatically according to geolocation data. ⏰ User time – specify manual on/off hours. 🔄 Always on – the filter works around the clock (not recommended!).
If you select Sunset Before Dawn, the phone will use your location data. Make sure geolocation is enabled in the settings (Settings → Privacy → Permits → Geodata).
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If night mode is turned on too soon or too late, check the time and date settings. Automatic schedule depends on the phone's system clock.
Xiaomi Night Mode Problems and How to Fix Them
Sometimes night mode is not working properly: it doesn't turn on on schedule, resets settings or gives a greenish hue. Here are the most common problems and their solutions:
⚠️ Attention, if after the update MIUI night mode is missing from the menu, try resetting the display settings: → Display. → Reset the display settings. This will return the standard settings without losing data.
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The mode is not included on schedule | Failure in geolocation or time service | Check your time and geodata settings, reboot your phone |
| The screen turned green. | Conflict with color profile settings | Turn off "Color Improvement" in Settings → Display |
| The filter is too weak. | Low Intensity in Settings | Increase the temperature to 70-80 |
| Mode resets after rebooting | System cache failure | Clear the cache in Settings → Applications → App management → Three points → Clear the cache |
On some POCO models (e.g., the POCO X3 Pro), night mode may conflict with the "DC Dimming" function. If you notice flickering after the filter is turned on, turn off DC Dimming in the display settings.
Hidden Night Mode Features on Xiaomi
Few people know, but MIUI has hidden night mode features that don't show up in the main menu.
- 🔍 Super Night Mode - A reinforced filter for extremely sensitive eyes. → Special facilities → Color correction → Night mode (enhanced).
- 🎵 Exceptions for applications - you can turn off the filter for individual programs (for example, for photo editors). → "Information on the annex" → "Night mode" → "Shut down".
- 📱 Quick switching through gestures – on some models, you can assign a double touch on the screen to turn on / off the mode (Settings) → Gestures → Quick action).
How to turn on night mode through voice assistant
On Xiaomi 12T and later, there is an experimental feature called “Adaptive Night Mode” that analyzes your habits and automatically adjusts the filter intensity. To turn it on, go to Settings → Display → Night Mode → Additional → Adaptive Mode.
Comparison of night mode on different Xiaomi models
Not all Xiaomi smartphones are equally good at filtering blue light, and this is how the mode works across different series:
| Model | Screen type | Features of night mode | Max. filter temperature. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13/13 Pro | AMOLED, 120Hz | Adaptive brightness, smooth adjustment | 100 (deep amber) |
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | AMOLED, 120Hz | DC Dimming support, but conflict is possible | 90 |
| POCO F5 | AMOLED, 120Hz | Quick switching through the playing space | 85 |
| Redmi 10A | IPS, 60 Hz. | Basic filtration, no adaptive brightness | 70 |
| Xiaomi Pad 6 | IPS, 144 Hz. | Advanced reading settings, stylus support | 95 |
On budget models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO C50) night mode often works simplified: there is no smooth adjustment, and the filter is turned on / off sharply. If you care about the accuracy of the setting, pay attention to the flagships or models with the mains. AMOLED-screen.
Dark Theme: What is Best for the Eyes?
Many users confuse night mode with dark theme, but these are different features:
- 🌙 Night mode filters all the light of the screen at the physical level, reducing the blue spectrum.
- 🖤 Dark theme – changes the background color in the interface and applications (black/dark gray instead of white).
Studies show that a combination of both modes gives the best result:
Night mode reduces the load on the eyes by filtering light.
- Dark theme reduces the total amount of light emitted (especially by the AMOLED-screens where the black pixels are completely turned off).
To enable a dark theme on Xiaomi: Settings → Display → Dark theme
or through the notification panel (icon with crescent and star).
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Nana AMOLED-screens (for example, in Xiaomi 13 Ultra) dark theme + night mode reduces power consumption by 15-20%, as black pixels are not illuminated.
If you use your phone at night in total darkness, try reducing the brightness to 20 to 30 percent and turning on both modes, which will reduce eye fatigue and prolong battery life.