The flashing pulse on the lock screen is one of the signature features of MIUI firmware that is not popular with all users. This circle or dot animation that appears when alerted or charged can be annoying, especially at night. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to turn it off, both through standard settings and through hidden features.
In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of removing pulses for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones on different versions of MIUI (including MIUI 14 and HyperOS), you will learn how to remove the animation completely or customize it for yourself, and what to do if the standard methods do not work.
Why does the pulse appear on the lock screen and can it be removed?
Pulse animation in MIUI performs two main functions:
- 🔔 Alerts for new notifications – Blinking signals unread messages, missed calls, or active alarms.
- ⚡ Charging Indication – The pulse displays the battery replenishment process, especially noticeable when using fast charging.
Technically, this feature is implemented at the SystemUI level and does not affect the performance of the device.
- 😴 Distraction effect in the dark (bright animation prevents sleep).
- 🔋 Unnecessary battery consumption (albeit minimal) due to the constant backlight of the screen.
- 🎨 The inconsistency with design is AMOLED-The pulse may look unnatural on screens.
Important: On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12) the pulse cannot be turned off by standard means - you will need to use ADB or third-party utilities.
Method 1: Disconnect via lock screen settings
The simplest method that works on most devices with MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS.
- Open the Settings → Lock screen.
- Go to Lock Screen Style (or Additional Settings on older versions).
- Find the option Pulse notifications or Charging animation and turn off the slider.
- Save the changes and restart the device (optional).
If there is no such item, try an alternative path:
Settings → Always display → Lock screen → Pulse of notifications⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 11 and below) the option may be called Notification Effects or Dynamic Screen. If it's not available, move on to the next method.
☑️ Preparation for pulse shutdown
Method 2: Use of the "No Distractions" mode
If the pulse only appears at notifications, it can be blocked through Do Not Disturb (DND) mode, which does not remove the animation completely, but makes it less intrusive:
- Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Do not disturb.
- Activate the mode and set up the rules: 🕒 Scheduled (for example, from 23:00 to 7:00). 📵 Disable visual effects (check in additional settings).
Exceptions
The advantage of the method is that the pulse will be hidden during the specified hours, but will remain available during the day.
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If Do Not Disturb mode does not block the pulse, try manually disabling notifications for system applications (such as MIUI System or Security) in the notification settings.
Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)
If standard settings don’t work, you’ll need to use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting your smartphone to your PC and works on all versions of MIUI, including HyperOS.
Step-by-step:
- Turn on USB Debugging: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (Tap 7 times) Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging on USB
- Connect your phone to your PC and open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux).
- Enter the commands in turn: adb shell settings put global lockscreen_pulse_enable 0
- Reset the device.
Instructions for MIUI Hidden Settings:
- Install the app from 4PDA (officially removed from the Play Market).
- Open the Lockscreen section.
- Find the Disable Pulse Notification option and activate it.
- Reset the device.
⚠️ Note: Applications from third-party sources may contain malicious code. Before installing, check the reviews on forums (4PDA, XDA Developers and use antivirus.
Method 5: Manual editing of system files (for experienced)
This method is suitable for users with root rights and experience with system files, and allows you to completely remove the pulse, including its display when charging.
Algorithm of action:
- Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
- Cross the path: /system/media/theme/default/ and find the files: lockscreen_charging_pulse.zip lockscreen_notification_pulse.zip
- Rename files by adding the.bak extension (for example, lockscreen_charging_pulse.zip.bak).
- Reset the device.
Alternative path (for MIUI 14):
/product/media/theme/default/⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can lead to bootloop ( looped boot).Before changes, back up the folder /system/media/theme/.
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Editing system files is the most radical way, but it's 100 percent effective. Use it only if other methods have failed.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after the pulse is turned off, users are faced with nuances.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The pulse is gone, but it reappears after the update. | Resetting MIUI settings | Repeat the shutdown via ADB or settings |
| Charging animations remain, and notifications are not | Different system parameters | Use the settings put global command charging_animation_enabled 0 |
| Pulse flashes on Always-On Display | Separate setting for AMOLED | Turn off the settings → Always display → Pulse |
| After the shutdown, all notifications disappeared. | Conflict with the DND regime | Check the settings Don't disturb |
If none of these methods worked, your Xiaomi model might be using a unique firmware (for example, for the Chinese market).
- 🔍 Check the version. MIUI In Settings → The phone.
- 🌐 Find the instructions for your model on 4PDA or XDA Developers.
- 📥 Install global firmware (if Chinese is used).