How to turn off the flashlight on Xiaomi: all the ways (including hidden)

The flashlight on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most popular features, but sometimes it is turned on accidentally or forgotten in an active state, draining the battery. Unlike other brands where the disconnection is intuitive, owners of Redmi, POCO or Mi can face surprises: for example, the flashlight does not go out after locking the screen or reacts to touch in the pocket. This article covers all possible scenarios, from standard methods to little-known MIUI chips, including solutions for devices with damaged screen or buttons.

We tested the instructions on more than 20 models (from the Redmi Note 8 Pro to the Xiaomi 13 Ultra) and took into account the features of different versions of the shell, from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14. If you are looking for a way to turn off the flashlight as quickly as possible or faced with an atypical situation (for example, a function freeze), here you will find the answer.

1. Standard method: notification panel

The most obvious and universal method is to use the notification bar, which works on all Xiaomi devices regardless of the model and version of MIUI.

1. Unlock the screen (if it is locked).
2. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
3. Find the flashlight icon (usually an icon with a lantern image) 🔦).
4. Slap it once, the flashlight will turn off.

If the notification bar is rolled up (only the clock and notification icons are displayed), swipe down again to open it completely. On some models (e.g. POCO F4), the flashlight icon may be hidden under the "More" button (three dots) - click on it to see all the quick settings.

Important: If the flashlight does not turn off after clicking on the icon, check if SOS mode is activated (it can block the switch off of the flashlight). Also, on some firmwares, after updating, the flashlight icon can stick to the back, in which case rebooting the device will help.

2. Alternative method: power button

Many users are unaware that the flashlight on Xiaomi can be turned off using a physical power button, which is especially useful if the touch screen is unresponsive or the notification panel is not available.

1. Hold the power button (usually located on the right side of the smartphone) for 2-3 seconds.
2. On the screen will appear menu with options “Switch off”, “Reboot” and others.
3. In some versions of MIUI, this menu has a flashlight button – tap it to turn it off.

If the flashlight button is not on the menu, try double-pressing the power button (without holding it). On devices with MIUI 13+, this may work if the feature has been pre-configured in the gesture settings.

On Xiaomi 12T Pro and Redmi K50 Gaming models, the power button can be programmed to turn on/off the flashlight when triple pressed – check the settings in Settings → Buttons and gestures → Power button.

3.Gestural and quick action

The MIUI shell offers a few hidden flashlight gestures that speed up the process.

• 👆 Raise for flashlight: If the function is activated, just raise the phone so that the flashlight turns on/off. To turn off: go to Settings → Display. → Raise for the flashlight.
• 🔄 Double-click on the screen: On some models (e.g, POCO X3 Pro) double tap on the screen off switches the flashlight on/off. → Screen locking → Double touch.
• 🎵 Swipe down the back: Relevant for devices with a sensor on the back cover (e.g. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra). → Buttons and gestures → Back panel gestures.

If the flashlight is activated spontaneously, one of these gestures is likely activated. Turn off unnecessary options to avoid accidental triggers. Also check if the gestures conflict with the cover or protective film, which sometimes falsely triggers from touching in your pocket.

4. Turn off the flashlight through system settings

If standard methods don’t work (for example, due to a failure in the notification panel), the flashlight can be turned off through deep MIUI settings. This method is also useful if you want to completely block access to the flashlight (for example, for a child).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search bar, type “flashlight” (or “flashlight” in English firmware).
3. Select the Flashlight app (com.android.torch).
4. Click on Stop or Disable (some firmware will require confirmation of administrator rights).

After that, the flashlight will be turned off, and its icon will disappear from the notification panel. To return the function, re-enable the application in the settings or restart the smartphone.

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If the flashlight does not turn off even after the application is turned off, check if it is not used by system services (for example, when scanning). QR-codes or camera mode. Open Settings for this → Battery → Using the battery and finding processes related to flash or torch.

5. Voice control (Google Assistant / Xiao AI)

If you have a voice assistant on, you can turn the flashlight off with your voice, which is convenient when your hands are busy or the screen is unavailable. Both systems are supported:

• 🗣️ Google Assistant: Say “OK Google, turn off the flashlight” (English: “Hey Google, turn off the flashlight”), even works on a locked screen if the assistant settings are enabled.
• 🤖 Xiao AI (For Chinese firmware: Say it «» (Xiǎo ài tóngxué, guānbì shǒudiàntǒng). On Xiao's global firmware AI This team may not be supported by this team.

To set up voice control:

1. For Google Assistant: Settings → Google → Assistant Settings → Voice Assistant.
2. For Xiao AI: Settings → Applications → Xiao AI → Voice control.

If voice commands are not working, check:

• Internet connection (some commands require cloud processing)
• Permissions for assistant in Settings → Applications → Permissions.
• Language of the system (some teams work only in English or Chinese).

6. Problem Solving: The flashlight doesn't turn off

Sometimes the flashlight on Xiaomi will wilt when it's on, and this can be because of:

• 🐛 Failure to work MIUI (especially after updating).
• 🔋 Hardware malfunction (damage to the LED or controller).
• 📱 Conflict with third-party applications (for example, a camera or flashlight from third-party developers).

Here is the algorithm of actions for diagnosis and solution:

Critical case: If the flashlight drains the battery and doesn't turn off in any way, remove SIM-card and restart the phone in safe mode (hold the power button) → «Safe Mode.This will disable all third-party applications that may block flashlight control.

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If the flashlight doesn't turn off after all the manipulations, it's probably hardware, and 90 percent of the time, it's a damaged LED or oxidized contacts on the motherboard.

7. How to prevent accidental flashlight switching on

To prevent the flashlight from turning on spontaneously (for example, in a pocket or bag), adjust the following settings:

1. Turn off gestures: Go to Settings → Buttons and gestures and deactivate the options “Raise for flashlight”, “Double touch” and others.
2. Block the notification panel: In Settings → Screen Lock → Lock the notification panel, select “Hide Content” or “Disable Quick Settings.”
3. Use a magnetic lock case: Cases with automatic screen lock function (such as the original ones for Xiaomi 13) prevent accidental touches.
4. Set up a flashlight password: With apps like Tasker, you can create a rule that requires you to enter. PIN-flash-code.

Also note the Do Not Disturb mode - when activated, some gestures (such as picking up the phone) may be ignored. Set exceptions to Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Do Not Disturb.

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If you use a flashlight often in the dark, add a widget to the home screen. To do this, hold your finger in the free space of the screen → “Widgets” → find the “Lightlight” and drag it to a convenient place.

FAQ: Frequent questions about flashlight on Xiaomi