Super wallpaper on Redmi Note 10 Pro: how to turn on and configure animated backgrounds in MIUI

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro

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Super Wallpapers

However, many Redmi Note 10 Pro owners face a problem: super wallpaper is either missing from the list of available backgrounds or not activated after selection. The reason lies in the features of the firmware, regional restrictions or hidden MIUI settings. In this guide, we will discuss all ways to include super wallpapers โ€“ from standard to alternative methods, including installation via APK and setting hidden settings.

Itโ€™s important to understand that super wallpapers fall into two types: official (preinstalled by Xiaomi) and custom (from third-party developers). The former are usually available on global and Chinese MIUI 12.5+ firmware, the latter require manual installation. If your smartphone does not offer this feature out of the box, do not rush to get upset โ€“ there is a solution!

1. Compatibility Check: Does your Redmi Note 10 Pro support super wallpaper?

Before you try to turn on dynamic wallpaper, make sure your device supports them.Redmi Note 10 Pro (sweet or sweetin model) is officially compatible with super wallpaper, but there are nuances:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Version. MIUI: The function is available starting with MIUI 12.5. on older versions (e.g, MIUI 12.0.7) super wallpaper may not be available.
  • ๐ŸŒ Regional firmware: Global (Global) and European (EEA) The firmware wallpaper is often disabled. Chinese (China) and Indian (India) versions MIUI offer more options.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Updates: After major updates (e.g., before the MIUI 13/14) The super wallpaper may be gone. It's due to the system optimization.

To check your version of MIUI, go to Settings โ†’ About Phone โ†’ MIUI Version. If you have a version below 12.5.1.0, update your firmware first through Settings โ†’ System Update.

๐Ÿ“Š What a firmware MIUI You're using it?
Global (Global)
Chinese (China)
European (EEA)
Indian (India)
Other/Castomic

Attention! Some custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS) will not have super wallpapers, but will be tied to MIUI.

2. Standard method: inclusion through wallpaper settings

If your firmware supports super wallpaper, the easiest way to activate it is through the standard wallpaper menu.

  1. Long press on the free space of the desktop โ†’ select Wallpaper.
  2. At the bottom of the screen, tap on the Super Wallpaper tab (or Super Wallpapers in English).
  3. Choose your favorite option (such as Mars, Earth or Saturn).
  4. Click Apply and select where to display the wallpaper: on the lock screen, desktop or both.

If there is no Super Wallpaper tab, try an alternative path:

  1. Open the Settings โ†’ Wallpaper.
  2. Scroll down to Dynamic Wallpaper or Live Wallpaper.
  3. In some firmware, super wallpaper is hidden under the category MIUI or Premium.

Update MIUI to the latest version

Check the space available (minimum 500 MB)

Connect to Wi-Fi to load wallpaper

Close background applications (especially launchers)-->

Why can't super wallpaper be displayed?

  • ๐Ÿ”Œ Battery savings: In Ultra-Savings mode, animation is turned off.
  • ๐Ÿ“ต Performance Limitations: If in Settings โ†’ Battery โ†’ Performance mode selected Energy saving, wallpaper may not work.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Resetting: After resetting to factory settings, super wallpaper is sometimes "reset" and requires re-activation.

Alternative method: installation via APK

If the standard method did not work, you can install super-wallpaper manually through APK-This method is suitable for global firmware where the function is disabled by default.

Step 1. Download APK super wallpapers

Xiaomi's official super wallpapers are unpacked from MIUI system files and are available for download on trusted resources (e.g. XDA Developers or APKMirror).

  • SuperWallpaper_Mars.apk
  • SuperWallpaper_Earth.apk
  • SuperWallpaper_Forest.apk (for MIUI 13+)

Step 2. Install APK

  1. Move the downloaded file to the phone memory.
  2. In Settings โ†’ Applications โ†’ Special Access Rights allow installation from unknown sources.
  3. Run APK andfollowing installer instructions.

Step 3. Activate the wallpaper.

After installation, go to Settings โ†’ Wallpaper โ†’ Live wallpaper and select the super background installed.

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If there is no wallpaper after installing the APK, restart the phone. Sometimes you need to clear the launcher cache: Settings โ†’ Applications โ†’ Launcher โ†’ Storage โ†’ Clear the cache.

โš ๏ธ Attention, installation APK from unverified sources can harm the system (MD5) And forum reviews, like the official Xiaomi super wallpapers are sizeable. ~30-50 MB and do not require additional permits.

4.Hidden super wallpaper: How to find undocumented options

Xiaomi often hides experimental wallpapers that don't appear in the standard menu. To find them, use activation codes or ADB-team.

Method 1: Codes for unlocking hidden wallpaper

Open the Phone app and enter the following combinations:

  • #787## is a test wallpaper mode (not working on all firmware).
  • ##6484## - Hidden MIUI feature menu (may contain additional wallpaper).

Method 2. ADB-command

If you are familiar with ADB, follow the following steps:

  1. Connect your phone to your PC and activate USB Debugging in Settings โ†’ About Phone โ†’ MIUI Version (click 7 times on MIUI Version, then go back to Settings โ†’ Additional โ†’ For Developers).
  2. In the PC command line, type: adb shell settings put global super_wallpaper_enabled 1
  3. Reset the device.

โš ๏ธ Attention! Use! ADB-commands can crash if you enter the wrong settings. Before experimenting, back up through Settings โ†’ Additionally. โ†’ Backup and reset.

On MIUI 14+ firmware, some super wallpapers (e.g. Forest and Desert) require activation via Xiaomi's server. If you see a black screen after using the wallpaper, check your Internet connection, the system downloads additional resources.

5.Optimizing the work of super-wallpaper: how to reduce battery consumption

Dynamic wallpapers consume more energy than static ones. To save charge without losing visual effect, follow the following tips:

Problem.DecisionSaving charge
The animation is running all the time.Turn off wallpaper on the lock screen: Settings โ†’ Wallpaper โ†’ Apply only on the desktop~10โ€“15%
High-brightness wallpaperSet a dark theme in Settings โ†’ Screen โ†’ Dark theme~5โ€“8%
Wallpaper is updated too oftenSettings โ†’ Wallpaper โ†’ Settings of super-wallpapers reduce the frequency of animation~7%
Background processes interfereAdd Wallpaper to Battery Exceptions: Settings โ†’ Battery โ†’ Battery Optimization โ†’ All Apps โ†’ Wallpaper โ†’ No Limits~3โ€“5%

Another way to reduce the load is to use lightweight versions of super wallpapers. SuperWallpaper_Mars.apk (weight ~50 MB can be installed SuperWallpaper_Lite.apk (weight ~15 MB), which has simplified animation.

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Super wallpaper consumes up to 2-3% charge per hour when used actively. If the battery is discharged too quickly, check whether the wallpaper is duplicated on both screens (lock and desktop).

6.Problem fix: Super wallpaper doesn't work or slows down

If after installation of super-wallpaper glitch, slow down or not displayed, use the checklist for diagnosis:

  • ๐Ÿ”„ Reboot: Sometimes a banal phone reboot helps.
  • ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Cache Clearing: Go to Settings โ†’ Annexes โ†’ Wallpaper. โ†’ Warehouse โ†’ Clear the cache.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฅ Update MIUI: Check for updates in Settings โ†’ Updating the system.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Resetting the launcher settings: In Settings โ†’ Annexes โ†’ Launcher โ†’ Warehouse โ†’ Delete data (Warning: all icons and widgets will be dropped!).

If the wallpaper brakes:

  • ๐ŸŽฎ Turn off animation: In Settings โ†’ The phone. โ†’ Version. MIUI (Press 7 times, then in Settings. โ†’ Additionally. โ†’ For developers โ†’ Select the scale of animation without animation.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Reduce resolution: In Settings โ†’ Screen. โ†’ Screen resolution try it out. FHD+ instead QHD+.

What to do if super-wallpaper causes overheating?
Overheating when using super wallpapers is usually associated with high load on the GPU. Try: 1. Turn off the wallpaper for 10-15 minutes to cool the phone. 2. Install a temperature monitoring app (such as CPU Monitor). 3. If the temperature is above 45ยฐC, go back to the static wallpaper or use a lightweight version of the super wallpaper.

7. Top.-5 Super-wallpaper for Redmi Note 10 Pro: Which to choose?

Xiaomi offers some official super wallpapers, and also supports custom options from the community. Here are the best options for the Redmi Note 10 Pro:

  • ๐ŸŒ Earth: Animation of Earth's rotation with realistic clouds and lighting. AMOLED-screen.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด Mars: Red-orange surface of Mars with paralax effect when scrolling.
  • ๐ŸŒฒ Forest (MIUI 13+): Dynamic forest with falling leaves and changing lighting depending on the time of day.
  • ๐ŸŒŒ Saturn: A cosmic theme with Saturn's rings and stellar background.
  • ๐Ÿ”๏ธ Mountain (castom): Mountain landscape with fog and sun ray animation (requires manual installation).

Use apps like Super Wallpapers Port (available on GitHub) or KWGT (to create your animated widgets) to install custom wallpapers.

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To make the super wallpaper look as spectacular as possible, turn off the app icons on your desktop. Use the Nova Launcher or Hyperion Launcher launcher with the Hide icons setting.

FAQ: Frequent questions about super wallpaper on Redmi Note 10 Pro

Can you install a super wallpaper without ROOT?
Yes, for most official and custom super-wallpapers ROOT It's not necessary. It's enough to install. APK-file or activate hidden settings through ADB.
Why did the super wallpaper disappear after the MIUI update?
Xiaomi sometimes removes super wallpaper from newer firmware versions for optimization. To return them, install the old version APK or roll back to the previous MIUI build.
How to make super wallpaper on both screens (lock and desktop)?
When selecting wallpaper in the menu, click Apply on both screens. If the option is not available, check if the live wallpaper is disabled in Settings โ†’ Battery โ†’ Battery Optimization.
Can you create your own super wallpaper?
There is no official tool from Xiaomi, but you can use KWGT Pro or Wallpaper Engine (via WayDroid) to create custom animated backgrounds.
Super wallpaper slows down games.
In Settings โ†’ Apps โ†’ Wallpaper limit background activity. You can also turn off wallpaper before launching games through Game Turbo.