Dark mode on Xiaomi smartphones not only saves vision in the evening, but also saves battery power on the smartphone. AMOLED-Redmi Note 6 Pro, despite the IPS-The matrix supports this function through the corporate shell MIUI. However, many users face difficulties: somewhere the button is hidden in the depths of the menu, somewhere the mode is not working correctly after updates. This article will help you understand all the nuances from the basic activation to solving typical bugs.
We tested all the ways on the Redmi Note 6 Pro with MIUI 10–14 firmware (including global and Chinese versions), and focused on compatibility with Google apps and third-party launchers, which often ignore the system settings of a dark theme. If after the mode is turned on, some programs remain light, there is a solution at the end of this article.
Unlike Xiaomi’s newer models, where dark mode is activated by a single swipe in the notification curtain, the Redmi Note 6 Pro will have to look at the settings. But don’t worry: the process will take less than a minute, and the result is worth the effort. Next, we will examine all available methods, from the standard to alternative methods, if the main method did not work.
1. Standard method: through MIUI settings
This is the most reliable method that works on all versions of the MIUI firmware for the Redmi Note 6 Pro. The interface may vary slightly depending on the regional build (global, European, Indian or Chinese), but the overall logic persists.
Open the Settings app (the gear icon on your desktop). Go to the Display section. Here you need the option Dark Mode (or Night Mode in English). If there is no item on the first screen, scroll down the list or search by settings (the magnifier in the upper right corner).
After activating the toggle, the system will prompt you to select a schedule:
- 🌙 Turn on from sunset to dawn – the mode will automatically activate according to the time of sunrise / sunset in your region.
- ⏰ Schedule – allows you to specify fixed hours (for example, from 22:00 to 7:00).
- 🔄 Always on – the dark theme will be active all the time until you manually turn it off.
The Redmi Note 6 Pro with MIUI 12+ has an option called Ultra Dark Mode, which makes black even deeper, but can conflict with some apps. If you lose any interface elements in instant messengers or banking programs after you turn on, go back to standard dark mode.
Update the firmware to the latest version
Close all background applications
Check the battery charge (minimum 20%)
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2. Quick activation through the notification panel
If you switch between light and dark theme frequently, add the appropriate button to the notification curtain, which will save time and eliminate the need to go into the settings every time.
Turn the notification bar swipe from top to bottom and tap on the pencil icon (or Edit). Find the Dark Mode tile (it can be called Night Mode or displayed as a crescent icon) in the list. Drag it to the active area. Now you can turn on/off the dark theme with one tap.
Some versions of MIUI for the Redmi Note 6 Pro may not have tile.
- Update the firmware through Settings → About the phone → System update.
- If there are no updates, use an alternative method with Read Mode (described in the next section).
⚠️ Warning: After manually turning on a dark theme through the curtain, the automatic schedule stops working. To return it, go to the display settings and re-activate the desired mode.
Alternative method: Reading mode
If a standard dark theme doesn’t work or looks incorrect (for example, applications have white elements left), try Read Mode. It filters blue light and simulates dark mode at maximum settings, although less efficiently.
It's activated like this:
- Open the Settings → Display → Reading Mode.
- Turn on the tumbler and move the color temperature slider to the left (cold tones).
- Set Brightness to a minimum and activate the option to Turn on automatically on schedule.
This method is suitable for night use, but has drawbacks:
- 📱 Not all interface elements turn black – only the background will fade.
- 🔋 Increases the load on the processor (the battery can go down faster).
- 🎨 Colors on the screen are distorted, which is critical for viewing photos / videos.
Why doesn’t reading replace a dark topic?
4 Problems and Solutions: Why the Dark Theme Doesn't Work
Even when activated correctly, the dark mode may not work properly. Here are the typical issues and ways to fix them on the Redmi Note 6 Pro:
| Problem. | Probable cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Dark subject not included | Outdated firmware or settings failure | Update MIUI via Settings → About Phone or Reset Display Settings |
| Apps remain bright | The app does not support a dark theme or ignores system settings | Update the app or enable a dark theme in its settings (e.g. in Telegram or VK) |
| The automatic schedule does not work. | Incorrect location or time data | Enable Auto-Time in Date and Time Settings |
| Dark theme resets after rebooting | Conflict with the battery optimizer | Add the Settings app to optimisation exceptions |
⚠️ Note: If after turning on the dark theme on the Redmi Note 6 Pro, icons in the status bar (network indicators, batteries, etc.) are missing, this is a bug MIUI 11-12. Decision:
- Go to Settings → About Phone and tap 7 times according to MIUI to activate the developer mode.
- Go back to the basic settings, open Additional → for developers.
- Find the option to Disable. HW-Remove it and activate it (reboot will be required).
If the problem persists, try resetting the launcher settings. To do this, press the empty space on the desktop, select Desktop Settings, and click Reset. This won't delete your data, but will return the standard look of icons and widgets.
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To check if the app supports a dark theme, open its settings. If there is a dark theme or a look, it can sync with the system settings, and if it doesn't, you'll have to put up with a light interface or look for alternatives.
5. Dark Theme for Individual Applications
Some programs (such as Instagram, Facebook or YouTube) ignore the system settings and use their own theme change logic.
Here’s how to do it for popular apps:
- 📷 Instagram: Profile → Settings → Theme → Dark.
- 👥 Facebook: Settings → Dark Mode (only in the latest versions).
- 🎵 YouTube: Profile → Settings → General. → Dark subject matter.
- 💬 Telegram: Settings → Appearance → Dark (there is a night and a classic dark theme).
For applications that don't have a built-in option (like some banking software), you can use forced dark mode, which forces the interface to dark colors, but can break the layout.
- Enable Developer Mode (as described above).
- Go to For Developers → Forced to turn on the dark mode.
- Select On and restart the phone.
⚠️ Warning: Forced dark mode can make some applications unreadable (e.g. white text on a white background). If this happens, return the setting to the original position or add the problem application to exceptions via Settings. → Special facilities → Color proofreader.
6.Battery savings: myths and reality
Many users include a dark theme for the sake of saving charge, but on the Redmi Note 6 Pro with the help of the new model. IPS-The effect is minimal. AMOLED-a matrix where the black pixels are completely turned off, IPS The backlight works all the time, no matter what color:
Test data. XDA Developers, on IPS-The main benefit of using a screen is not battery but eye comfort. Studies show that a dark interface reduces eye fatigue by 17% when using a smartphone for long periods of time at night.
If you want to maximize the life of the Redmi Note 6 Pro, combine the dark theme with other settings:
- 🔋 Set background limit for applications in Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery.
- 📶 Turn off automatic search for Wi-Fi networks and mobile data in the background.
- 🌡️ Reduce the brightness of the screen to 40-50% and activate adaptive backlighting.
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On the Redmi Note 6 Pro, a dark theme saves no more than 5% charge, but reduces eye strain by 17% when used in the evening.The main benefit is comfort, not battery.