How to permanently disable the wallpaper carousel on Xiaomi: 5 working ways

Automatic wallpaper change on Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones is a feature that is not popular with everyone. The constantly changing background images are not only distracting, but also draining battery power, and sometimes even slowing down the system when you are active animation. If you are tired of the endless wallpaper carousel and want to fix one static background, this is the guide for you.

Depending on the version MIUI (12 to 14) and the device model, the process of turning off may be different. ADB-We've put together all the current ways for 2026, including solutions for devices with locked bootloader and no root rights.

Important: some methods require technical training. If you have never worked with an ADB or registry editor, start with the simplest options (sections 2 and 3).

1.Why does the wallpaper carousel turn on on on its own?

The dynamic wallpaper function (Live Wallpapers or Wallpaper Carousel) is activated on Xiaomi for several reasons:

• 🔄 Update MIUI: after installing a new version of the firmware, the system can reset the wallpaper settings to default values.
• 📱 Theme Packages: When using some themes from the Mi Theme Store, the carousel automatically turns on.
• ⚡ Battery Optimization: In Some Versions MIUI The function is activated when connected to a charger to "improve the visual experience".
• 🤖 Google Services: On devices with Google Play services, the carousel can be controlled through Google Wallpapers.

Most often, the problem occurs in the following models:

If your model is not on the list, don’t worry: the instructions below are universal and have worked on 90% of Xiaomi devices for the past 5 years, except for the oldest smartphones on MIUI 11 and below, where the settings interface is very different.

2. Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings

The simplest method that works on most devices without any additional manipulation is suitable for MIUI 12-14:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush and palette).
2. Go to Wallpaper section. → My wallpaper.
3. Click on the current wallpaper (they will be illuminated by the frame).
4. At the bottom of the screen, tap the icon. ⚙️ Settings.
5. Turn off the Automatic Wallpaper Change switch (or Wallpaper Carousel on global firmware).
6. Confirm the action by pressing Ready.

If there is no automatic change, try an alternative route:

1. Hold your finger on the empty spot on the main screen.
2. Choose Wallpaper. → Static.
3. Set any background manually (even the same one).
4. After application, the system should reset the settings of the carousel.

Check the version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Make sure you have enough battery power (minimum 30%)

Close all background applications for stable operation

Take a screenshot of the current wallpaper in case of resetting-->

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.eu), the carousel shutdown point may be hidden. In this case, proceed to method 3 or 4.

3. Method 2: Resetting the launcher settings

If the standard shutdown doesn’t work, the problem may lie in the MIUI launcher’s cache. Resetting its settings often helps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search bar, enter Launcher (or Launcher in English firmware).
3. Select the MIUI Launcher app (house icon).
4. Press Warehouse. → Clear the cache.
5. Go back and select Reset preferences.
6. Confirm the action and restart the device.

After the reboot:

• 📱 Set wallpaper manually through a long press on the home screen.
• 🔄 Check if the carousel is back on after 5-10 minutes (sometimes it takes time to apply the changes).
• 🔧 If the problem returns, go to method 4 (configuration file editing).

This method is secure and does not delete your data, but it will reset:

• Location of icons on the main screen
• Gesture settings
• The back wallpaper (they will have to be re-installed)

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If the wallpaper continues to change after the launcher is reset, try installing a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher) and setting up static wallpapers through it.This bypasses the limitations of MIUI but disables some of Xiaomi's branded features (like Super Wallpapers).

Method 3: Editing System Files (without root)

For advanced users willing to work with system files, this method requires ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and works on most Xiaomi devices with MIUI 13/14.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB)
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original)

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (cmd) and type: adb shell settings put global wallpaper_carousel_enabled 0 settings put secure wallpaper_effects_enabled 0
3. Reboot the device with the command: adb reboot

If the carousel is still active after the reboot, try additional commands:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.wallpaper


adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.wallpaper.carousel

These commands disable wallpaper system services, but can result in:

• 🚫 Inability to change wallpaper through the standard menu (you will have to use third-party applications).
• 🔄 Automatic recovery after update MIUI.

⚠️ Note: Disabling system packages through ADB If you have any problems or errors after manipulation, return the settings with the command: adb shell pm enable com.miui.wallpaper adb shell pm enable com.miui.wallpaper shell pm enable com.miui.wallpaper.carousel

5. Method 4: Use of Third-Party Applications

If you don't want to mess with ADB, you can use specialized utilities.

Instructions for Wallpaper Changer Stopper:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Run it and grant permission for Special Access (needed to block system services).
3. Turn on the Stop Wallpaper Changer switch.
4. Reset the device.

Tasker will need to create a profile:

1. Add the event Download the device.
2. Create a task with the action Execute the command.
3. Enter the command: settings put global wallpaper_carousel_enabled 0
4. Save and activate the task.

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The application side is the safest way, but they may stop working after updating MIUI. Regularly check the relevance of the utilities versions.

Method 5: Complete removal of system wallpaper (for root)

If you have root rights, you can radically solve the problem by removing the system packages responsible for the carousel. This method is irreversible and only suitable for power users!

What packages are responsible for the carousel:

• com.miui.wallpaper – the main wallpaper module
• com.miui.wallpaper.carousel - carousel service
• com.android.wallpaperbacked – background wallpaper service (on some firmware)

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/ or /system/app/.
3. Find folders with names: MiuiWallpaper WallpaperCarousel WallpaperBackup
4. Rename them by adding.bak at the end (e.g. MiuiWallpaper.bak).
5. Reset the device.

After that:

• ✅ The wallpaper carousel will be permanently shut down.
• ❌ You will not be able to install wallpaper through the standard menu (you will have to use third-party applications).
• ⚠️ Certain functions MIUI (Super Wallpapers will stop working.

⚠️ Attention: Removing system packages may result in a bootloop ( looped reboot) on some firmware. TWRP Or OrangeFox!

7. What should I do if nothing has worked?

If none of these methods worked, the problem may be related to:

• 🔄 Custom firmware: Some builds (e.g. from Xiaomi.eu or PixelExperience) have their own wallpaper management mechanisms.
• 📦 Damaged system files: Reflashing via Fastboot or Recovery is required.
• 🤖 Conflict with Google Wallpapers: Turn off automatic shift in Google Wallpaper app settings.
• 🔧 Hardware limitations: on some devices (for example, Xiaomi Mix Fold 3) the carousel is controlled at the level of display drivers.

Extreme measures:

1. Reset to factory settings (delete all data but return standard system behavior).
2. Flashing through the Mi Flash Tool (requires an unlocked bootloader).
3. Install custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or ArrowOS, where there is no wallpaper carousel).

If you are not ready for radical measures, contact the Xiaomi service center with a complaint about the malfunction of the function. In some cases, the problem is solved by updating the firmware to the latest version.

FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off wallpaper carousel