How to set up notifications on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: the full guide

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is still one of the most popular smartphones of the brand due to the balanced characteristics and flexible firmware MIUI. However, many users face a problem: important notifications from messengers, mail or social networks are not displayed on the lock screen. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to enable notifications, including hidden settings and bypassing system restrictions.

The problem is often not hardware constraints, but multilayer MIUI settings, where notifications are regulated both at the system level and for each application separately. Moreover, after firmware updates, parameters can be reset, so even if you have previously configured notifications, they may need to be activated again. Next, we will consider step-by-step instructions for different versions of MIUI, and also analyze typical errors that prevent notifications from showing.

Why are not notifications displayed on the lock screen?

Before we get to the settings, it’s important to understand the root of the problem. In the Redmi Note 8 Pro, notifications work depending on three key factors:

• 🔧 System settings MIUI — Global settings for displaying notifications on a locked screen.
• 📱 Permissions for individual apps – some instant messengers (such as Telegram or WhatsApp) require additional permissions.
• 🔄 Optimizing the battery — MIUI aggressively closes background processes, which can block notifications.
• 🔒 Security and Blockers – If Second Space or third-party antiviruses are installed, they can filter notifications.

Most often, the problem occurs after a firmware update or reset, for example, MIUI 12.5 and later, the default disables the display of sensitive notification content on the lock screen, and it is worth checking whether Do Not Disturb or Scheduled Sleep is activated - they completely block notifications at specified hours.

Method 1: Enabling notifications in MIUI system settings

The main method is to activate the notification display via the settings menu, and the instructions are suitable for all versions of MIUI from 11 to 14:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Notifications and Status bar section.
3. Select Notifications on the lock screen.
4. Activate the Display Notifications switch.
5. Below, select one of the display options: 📌 Show all content – notifications will be displayed in full (sender) + text). 🔐 Hide content – only the app icon and title will be visible. ❌ Do not show notifications - complete shutdown (by default after reset).

If the Notifications on the lock screen are not on the menu, your version of MIUI is using an alternative path.

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three Dots (⋮) → Notification settings → Notifications on the Lock screen

Is notified on the lock screen|

Selected mode "Show all contents" |

Do Not Disturb mode is disabled |

Permissions for key applications verified-->

Method 2: Set up notifications for individual applications

Even if global settings are enabled, some apps (such as Viber, Instagram or Gmail) can block notifications themselves.

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the app you want (such as WhatsApp).
3. Go to Notifications.
4. Activate the Allow Notifications switch.
5. Turn on the options: 🔔 Sound – to ensure that notifications are accompanied by a signal. 📱 Vibration is tactile recoil. 🌐 Showing on the lock screen is a key parameter! 🔝 Priority notifications – for important messages (e.g., Telegram calls).

Important! For instant messengers like Telegram or Signal, check the settings inside the app itself. For example, on Telegram, go to Settings → Notifications and Sounds → Show text messages and turn on the option.

Method 3: Disable battery optimization for critical applications

MIUI is known for aggressive optimization of background activity, which causes applications to fail to show notifications.

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Consumption Management by Apps.
2. Select the Applications Selection.
3. Find the app you want (like Facebook Messenger) and set it to No Limits mode.
4. Go back and turn off MIUI Optimization (if it is active).

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If notifications still don't come after these actions, try restarting your smartphone. Sometimes the MIUI background processes require a restart to apply the changes.

Method 4: Use of Second Space mode

If your Redmi Note 8 Pro has Second Space activated, notifications can only be displayed in one of the profiles to sync them:

1. Open the Settings. → Second Space.
2. Select Notification Settings.
3. Activate the option to Show notifications from the main space.
4. Set the switch to All notifications or select specific applications.

Attention! In some versions of MIUI, notifications from Second Space don't appear on the main profile lock screen. This is a system limitation, and can only be circumvented by turning off the second space.

Table: Comparison of methods for introducing notifications

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even after setting up the notifications correctly, they may not work due to common errors:

⚠️ Note: If you use third-party launchers (such as Nova Launcher or POCO Launcher, they can block system notifications. MIUI or check the settings of third-party software.

• 🚫 Do Not Disturb Mode – Check if it is activated on schedule (Settings) → Sound and vibration → Don't disturb).
• 🔕 Disabled notification sounds — even if the notification is shown, you can skip it without sound.
• 🔄 Resetting settings after update — MIUI Sometimes it resets permissions for applications.
• 📵 Block notifications with antivirus – if you have Avast, 360 Security or similar installed, add apps to the exceptions.

Another common problem is the conflict with the power saving mode. If you have Ultra Mode or Supersaving on, the background activity of the applications is limited. Turn it off in Settings → Battery → Power saving mode.

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If notifications don’t work even after all the settings, try clearing the system cache: Settings → About Phone → Memory → Cleanup → Cash. This won’t delete data, but will reset temporary files that can block notifications.

FAQ: Frequent Notification Questions on the Redmi Note 8 Pro