The Always On Display (AOD) feature has become the standard for modern smartphones, allowing you to see the time, notifications and charge status without having to unlock the device. Owners of the popular Redmi Note 10 Pro often wonder how to activate this useful tool, since the shell is the most powerful. MIUI There are some nuances to screen control. It's a technology based on capabilities. AMOLED-A matrix that allows individual pixels to be illuminated without consuming a significant portion of the battery’s energy.
Activating this option not only adds aesthetics to the appearance of the gadget, but also improves the convenience of everyday use. You no longer have to press the on button or swipe the screen to check the time or missed calls. However, in order for the function to work correctly and not cause problems with autonomy, you need to properly configure display settings and schedules.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at all the steps to enable Always On Display, the design styles available and how to optimize your power consumption. You’ll learn how to set up automatic screen shutdowns for the night or in your pocket, and what to do if standard settings don’t work. Xiaomi provides flexible customization tools that you should use to personalize your Redmi Note 10 Pro.
Technical features of the work of the ADS on AMOLED-screen
The principle of the technology Always on Display is fundamentally different from the work of conventional LCD-Redmi Note 10 Pro has a high-quality screen. AMOLED-So, you can have a panel where each pixel is individually lit, which means that to display the black portions of the screen, the pixels just turn off and don't consume energy, which is why the watch and the icons can burn on a black background, with little or no effect on the overall battery charge.
Using AED on OLED-matrix devices is safe for the screen life, unless you use static images of maximum brightness 24 hours a day. The MIUI system automatically adjusts the brightness of the backlight depending on the indoor lighting, which prolongs the display life. However, the constant operation of even a part of the pixels creates a minimal but constant load on the power controller.
It's worth noting that the feature is only available because of the hardware capabilities of the display. IPS-the matrix, the implementation of a full-fledged AOD would be impossible without a significant increase in battery consumption, since IPS The entire screen area is evenly lit, so the owners of this model were lucky to have a type of screen that allows you to use this technology effectively.
⚠️ Note: Using the brightest static images in AED mode for several months can theoretically lead to uneven pixel burnout, although modern Redmi panels have protection against this effect.
⚠️ Attention: Always On Display may conflict with some third-party launchers or themes that attempt to force a change to the lock system interface.
Why don’t black pixels consume energy?
How to activate Always On Display
The process of enabling the feature in the MIUI shell is quite simple, but the path to settings may not be obvious to new users: first, you need to unlock the smartphone and go to the main application menu. Find the standard Settings app, which usually has a gray icon with a gear, and launch it.
In the settings list that opens, scroll down to the Screen is always on and lock. In some firmware versions, this item may be called simply Lock Screen or be inside the Wallpaper and Personalization tab. Once you click on the desired section, you'll see the Always On Display switch, which can be turned off by default.
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Once the main switch is activated, the screen will light up for a few seconds, showing the default style. Now, when you lock the device, it will display the clock and date. It is important to make sure that the same menu activates the option to Show Always or the schedule is set, otherwise the screen will go out 10 seconds after locking.
- 📱 Open the Settings app on your Redmi Note 10 Pro.
- ⚡ Turn on the top switch Always on Display.
If you haven't found this section, you may have an outdated version of the theme installed. Standard MIUI themes guarantee all system features. Try temporarily switching to the classic theme in the Themes app and checking for settings again.
Schedule settings and display styles
One of the most useful features in the Redmi Note 10 Pro is the flexible setting of the AED. Constant screen operation day and night is not always advisable, so the system offers several activation modes. You can choose to display within 10 seconds after touching, on a schedule or always while the phone is not in your pocket.
To fine-tune your phone, go to the Schedule menu inside the ED section, where you can set specific on and off times, such as 8:00 to 23:00, which will save battery power at night when you sleep and you do not need notifications, and the Smart Schedule option is available, which takes into account your smartphone usage habits.
In the Style section, users can choose from a preset option or download a new one from the theme store. There are analog and digital watches available, animated characters and even the ability to create their own design based on photos. Some styles respond to touching or tilting the device by adding interactivity.
| Setup parameter | Description of function | Impact on the battery |
|---|---|---|
| Always. | The screen is always on until the phone is in your pocket. | High. |
| 10 seconds. | Included upon receipt of notification or touch | Low. |
| Scheduled. | Works within a user-defined time period | Average. |
| Smart mode. | Analyze user actions to optimize | Optimal. |
Remember that complex animated styles consume more energy than static dials. If you are critical to autonomy, choose simple black and white options without unnecessary graphics. In style settings, you can often turn off the display of the background, leaving only numbers, which further reduces resource consumption.
Problems with energy saving and optimization
Owners of the Redmi Note 10 Pro may experience a situation where the AED function spontaneously shuts down or is unstable, often caused by the aggressive MIUI energy saving system, which tries to extend the device’s life by any means possible. The system can force the Always On Display to turn off if the battery charge falls below a certain level, usually 20% or 15%.
To prevent unwanted shutdown, check the battery settings. Go to Settings → Battery and make sure that Power Saving mode is off. In this mode, many background processes and visuals, including AED, are limited to conserving charge. It is also worth checking if super-efficient mode is installed.
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If the AED shuts down by itself, try restarting the smartphone, often resetting errors in the system process of controlling the display.
Another factor that affects the function is the light sensor and proximity sensor. If a low-quality protective film is pasted on the screen or the glass covers the top of the case, the smartphone may think it is in the pocket and extinguish the screen. Make sure the area around the front camera and sensors is clean and not closed.
- 🔋 Check the charge level: at low %, the AED turns off automatically.
- 🛑 Turn off the Power Saving mode in the battery settings.
- 🧼 Wipe the top of the screen from pollution and fat.
- 🔄 Reboot the device to reset system processes.
In some cases, resetting the Wallpaper and personalization application itself helps. Go to Settings → Apps → All Apps, find the right app, and select Clear Data. This will not delete your personal files, but will return the theme settings to factory settings.
Use of third-party applications for ADS
If standard MIUI capabilities aren't enough, Google Play offers a variety of alternatives, apps like "Always On AMOLED" or "Screen Always On" allow you to display any picture, text, or even video, but they work differently than the system function and can consume significantly more power.
Third-party apps often don’t know how to interact with the Redmi Note 10 Pro sensors properly. They may not turn off in your pocket, which will lead to accidental taps and battery discharge, or continue to burn when the phone is lying down. System integration in Xiaomi is devoid of these drawbacks, since it has direct access to hardware interrupts.
⚠️ Note: Installing third-party AED apps can lead to conflicts with the system theme, resulting in you getting two sets of watches on the lock screen at the same time.
In addition, third-party software requires special permissions, such as Display over other apps and access to sensors. Under strict security conditions, Android and MIUI granting these rights can be difficult, and the system will constantly try to kill the process to save resources.
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The Always On Display feature in the Redmi Note 10 Pro is optimized better than any other third-party counterpart and provides a better balance between functionality and battery consumption.