The screen autorotation on Xiaomi smartphones is a feature that automatically changes the orientation of the image when you turn the device, it is indispensable for watching videos, playing games or working with certain applications. However, many users face the problem when the screen stops rotating despite the physical rotation of the phone, the reasons can be different from accidental shutdown of the function to software failures.
In this article, we will look at all the possible ways to turn the screen on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices, from basic settings to hidden engineering menus. Particular attention will be paid to models with MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS, where the interface may differ. If your smartphone does not respond to a turn, do not rush to carry it into service: in 90% of cases, the problem is solved in 2-3 minutes.
1. Check the basic settings of the autoturn
The first thing to do is make sure that the autorotation function is not turned off in the quick settings or the main menu.Most Xiaomi smartphones have two ways to manage this option:
- 📱 Through the notification panel: swipe down from top to top to open the curtain, and find the Autoturn icon (usually looks like a circular-arrow phone.
- ⚙️ Through System Settings: Go to Settings → Display. → Turn the switch and switch on. On some firmwares, the path may be different: Settings → Additionally. → Special facilities → Crash-turn.
If the autoturn icon is not in the curtain, it can be added:
- Open the notification panel and tap the pencil icon (✏️) or "Edit".
- Find it in the Autoturn list and drag it to the active area.
- Save the changes.
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On some models (such as the POCO F5 or Redmi Note 12), the autorotation function may conflict with navigation gestures. Try temporarily turning off gestures in Settings → Display → Full-screen mode and check if the rotation has worked.
If you do this manipulation, the screen doesn't rotate anyway, the problem may go deeper.
Verification of orientation sensor (accelometer)
The autorotation of the screen works with an accelerometer, a sensor that detects the position of the device in space, and if the sensor is faulty or locked, the rotation of the screen will not work.
- 🔄 Testing through the engineering menu: Open the Phone app and enter the combination ##6484## (some models may work ##4636##). Select the Accelerometer Sensor. Turn the phone - the values on the X, Y, Z axes should change. If they are static, the sensor does not work.
Third-party annexes:
Google Play
Sensor Test
Phone Tester
If the sensor does not respond to turns, this may indicate a hardware failure (for example, after a phone falls) or a software failure.
What to do if the sensor is not working?
3. Conflicting applications and settings
Sometimes, auto-rotation is blocked by third-party programs or system constraints, and these are the most common reasons:
- 🚫 Fixed-Oriented Apps: Some programs (like YouTube, TikTok, or banking apps) force the screen to turn. Try turning the phone in another app (like the Gallery or Camera).
- 🔒 Do Not Disturb or Saving Charge: These modes may limit sensor performance. Turn them off in the notification curtain or in the settings.
- 🎮 Game mode: on Xiaomi and POCO There's a Game Turbo feature that can block auto-turning. Turn it off in Settings. → Special facilities → Game Turbo.
Make sure your phone is on a flat surface.|
Close all background applications |
Turn off the case or magnetic accessories |
Connect your phone to charge (in case of prolonged calibration)-->
After calibration, restart the device and check the autorotation. If the problem persists, proceed to the next section.
5. Problems with firmware and updates
Mistakes in MIUI or HyperOS firmware can cause sensors to malfunction.
- 🔄 Update the system: go to Settings → The phone. → Update the system and install the latest patches, especially for Xiaomi models 13/14 Redmi Note 12, Where the autoturn can glitch after major updates.
- 📥 Recoil to the previous version: if the problem appeared after the update, try to roll back. To do this, download the desired version of the firmware from the official Xiaomi website and scroll through Recovery.
- 🧹 Cache Clearing: Sometimes partition cache reset helps Dalvik/ART. To do this, turn off your phone. Press the power button. + Volume up to enter Recovery. select Wipe & Reset → Wipe Cache.
If you use custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the problem may be building it. Try reflashing the device to the official MIUI or HyperOS.
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Before resetting or flashing, be sure to back up your data through Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset. This will save your contacts, photos and app settings.
Hardware malfunctions and service repairs
If none of the software methods worked, the problem is probably hardware, and here are the signs that it's time to bring the phone to service:
- 💥 Fall or impact: If the phone fell, especially at a corner, the accelerometer or plume connecting it to the motherboard could be damaged.
- 💧 Moisture intrusion: Even after drying, the oxidation of the sensor contacts can manifest over time.
- 🔥 Overheating: If the phone was too hot (such as while charging or playing games), it could damage the sensor chip.
The cost of repair depends on the model:
| Model phone | Cost of replacing the accelerometer (₽) | Cost of diagnosis (₽) |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11/12 | 1 500 — 2 500 | 500 — 1 000 |
| Xiaomi 11/12/13 | 2 500 — 4 000 | 1 000 — 1 500 |
| POCO F3/F4/F5 | 2 000 — 3 500 | 800 — 1 200 |
| Xiaomi Mix 4/Fold | 4 000 — 6 000 | 1 500 — 2 000 |
Important: before repairing, check if the warranty period has expired. If the phone is warranty, do not disassemble it yourself - this will void the warranty. Contact the official Xiaomi service center.
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If you're going to repair your phone yourself, buy an original accelerometer sensor for your model, and cheap ones can work incorrectly or quickly fail.
7. Alternative ways of turning control
If the autoturn has not worked, but you need to urgently turn the screen, you can use bypass methods:
- 🔄 Forced turn in settings: Open Settings → Display. → Turn it around. Turn it around manually (if you have one). Now, when you turn the phone, you'll see a button on the screen that will allow you to manually change your orientation.
- 🎮 Use of gestures: Some firmware has a hidden function of swiping the screen on the bottom panel. Activated via Settings → Additionally. → Gestures → Screen rotation.
- 📱 Third-party apps: Google Play has utilities like Rotation Control or Ultimate Rotation Control that allow you to force the screen orientation for each application.