How to remove the wallpaper carousel on Xiaomi: all ways (including hidden)

The wallpaper carousel on Xiaomi smartphones is a dynamic collection of background images that automatically changes on the lock screen or desktop. For some users, this feature becomes an annoying element: it consumes an extra battery, slows down interface animations and sometimes loads low-resolution wallpaper. Worst of all, the latest versions of MIUI 14/15 do not always allow the standard settings to completely disable the carousel - the deactivation button can be hidden or blocked.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to remove wallpaper carousel on Xiaomi, Redmi and other devices. POCO, including models 2022-2026 (Mi 13 Ultra, Redmi Note 12 Pro)+, POCO F5 You will learn how to disable the function through the settings menu, hidden options MIUI, and also ADB-We'll take a look at the challenges faced by global and Chinese firmware users, where the carousel algorithms may differ.

Why the wallpaper carousel appears on Xiaomi and can it be removed forever

The dynamic wallpaper function ("Carousel" or "Dynamic Wallpapers") was introduced in MIUI 12 as part of the personalization ecosystem.

• 🔄 When you first turn on the smartphone (if not disable in the settings wizard).
• 📲 After updating the firmware to MIUI 13/14/15 (The system resets some settings).
• 🌐 When you connect to a Xiaomi account (sync themes).
• 🎨 When installing third-party themes from the Mi Theme Store (some packages include the default carousel).

Technically, the wallpaper carousel is not a standalone app, but part of the com.miui.gallery and com.android.themes system service, so simply deleting the cache or disabling the Theme app won't help, but there are workarounds, from the simple to the radical.

On forums, users often complain that after a shutdown, the carousel returns after a few days.

• 🔄 Automatic update of topics (MIUI periodically synchronizes settings with Xiaomi servers).
• 📱 Resetting settings after firmware update.
• 🛠️ Restore Factory Parameters through Mi Cloud.

⚠️ Note: On devices with Chinese firmware (China) ROM) Some methods of disabling the carousel may not work due to manufacturer limitations, in which case only manual editing of system files through the vehicle will help. ADB or re-flashing to the global version.

Method 1: Disable the carousel through standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in system options, which is suitable for most MIUI 12-15 devices, but may not be available on some custom firmware models.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Wallpaper (or Personalization on new versions).
2. Select a Lock Screen or Desktop (depending on where you want to remove the carousel).
3. Scroll down to the wallpaper carousel section (may be called Dynamic Wallpaper or Carrier).
4. Turn the slider to the "Off" position or press Disable.
5. Confirm the action if the system requests permission.

If the item "Carousel wallpaper" is not on the menu, try an alternative way:

• 📱 Hold your finger to the free space on the desktop → Wallpaper. → Wallpaper settings → carousel.
• 🔍 In the settings search bar, enter "carousel" or "dynamic wallpaper".

⚠️ Note: On some devices (POCO F4, Redmi K50) After you turn off the carousel through the settings, it can be activated again after you restart.

Method 2: Remove the carousel through theme settings (for MIUI 14/15)

In recent firmware versions, Xiaomi has hidden a direct button to turn off the carousel in the wallpaper menu, but left the option of deactivation through the “Themes” section.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Themes app (the icon with a brush on your desktop).
2. Go to the section My topics → Wallpaper.
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Wallpaper Settings.
4. Find the option "Wallpaper Carousel" or "Automatic shift" and turn it off.
5. Return to the main screen and check if the carousel has disappeared.

If the "Themes" menu does not have the right item, try resetting the application settings:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 Find Themes (com.android.themes) and select Warehouse.
• 🗑️ Click Clear Data and Clear Cache.
• 🔄 Reset the device.

After resetting, the carousel should disappear, but you will have to reconfigure the theme and wallpaper.

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If the carousel returns after the MIUI update, before installing the new firmware, turn off automatic synchronization of themes in the Xiaomi account: Settings → Xiaomi Account → Synchronization → Topics (remove the tick).

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods do not work, you can block the wallpaper carousel using the ADB-This method requires connecting the smartphone to the computer and enabling debugging. USB, It is guaranteed to remove the function at the system level.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB (Download Platform Tools).
• 📱 Smartphone with enabled debugging USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to activate the developer mode → Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and allow debugging (a request will appear on the phone screen).
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB and type:

adb devices

(Your device should be displayed.)

1. Run the command to turn off the carousel:

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

If this command doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell pm hide com.miui.miwallpaper

1. Reboot your smartphone (adb reboot).

To return the carousel, use:

adb shell pm enable com.miui.miwallpaper

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Xiaomi) 13T, POCO X5 Pro) after execution ADB-The carousel can return after updating the firmware, in which case you will have to repeat the procedure or use method 4 (manual removal of the apk).

Method 4: Removal of the system APK carousel (root rights)

It's a radical method that completely removes the carousel files from the system, requires root rights, and can cause the firmware to run in an unstable way if something goes wrong, and is suitable for users who are willing to sacrifice warranties for the sake of cleanliness.

What you need:

• 📱 Smartphone with unlocked bootloader and root rights (for example, through Magisk).
• 🛠️ File Manager with access to /system (Root Explorer or Mixplorer).
• 🔍 Knowledge of the names of system apcs (MiWallpaper.apk, DynamicWallpaper.apk).

Instructions:

1. Open the file manager with root access.
2. Go to /system/priv-app/ or /system/app/.
3. Find the files: MiWallpaper (main carousel module), DynamicWallpaper (dynamic wallpaper), WallpaperCarousell (on some firmware).

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Reset the device.

If you have problems with wallpaper after deleting (for example, it is impossible to install new ones), restore files from a backup or reflash the device.

⚠️ Note: Deleting system uploads can cause a cyclic bootloop if files are linked to other components MIUI. Before the action, make a backup copy through TWRP Or Mi Flash Tool.

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Removing the APK carousel is the most reliable way, but it is only suitable for experienced root-right users. On devices without root, use ADB or standard settings.

Method 5: Using third-party launchers

If you don’t want to go through the system settings, you can simply replace the standard MIUI launcher with a third-party one (like Nova Launcher, Lawnchair or Hyperion). Most of the alternative shells don’t support Xiaomi’s wallpaper carousel, so the problem will be solved automatically.

How it works:

• 📱 Install any launcher from Google Play.
• 🔧 Set it up as the default launcher (when you first start the system will offer a choice).
• 🎨 Install static wallpaper through the new launcher settings.

Pros of the method:

• ✅ Does not require root rights or ADB.
• ✅ It retains all the functions of the smartphone.
• ✅ Allows you to customize the interface deeper than the standard MIUI.

Cons:

• ❌ The carousel can remain on the lock screen (if not disabled in the settings).
• ❌ Some Xiaomi widgets may not work.

Recommended launchers for Xiaomi:

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the carousel is turned off, users face a number of problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The carousel returns after the reboot.

• 🔹 Solution: Turn off automatic themes sync in your Xiaomi account (Settings) → Xiaomi account → Synchronization → Topics).
• 🔹 If it doesn't help, use it. ADB-command to completely remove the packet (method 3).

Problem 2: There is no "Wallpaper carousel" item in the settings.

• 🔹 Solution: Update the firmware to the latest version MIUI — In older versions, the option may not be available.
• 🔹 Check the regional settings: on Chinese firmware (China) ROM) The menu may be called differently (for example, "").

Problem 3: After removing the APK, the carousels were all gone.

• 🔹 Solution: Reset wallpaper through Settings → Wallpaper or third-party application (e.g. WallpapersCraft).
• 🔹 If wallpaper is not installed, restore deleted files from backup.

Problem 4: The carousel is only on the lock screen.

• 🔹 Solution: Disable it separately in the lock settings: Settings → Lock screen → Wallpaper. → carousel.
• 🔹 If there is no option, use it. ADB-Disable the service com.miui.miwallpaper.

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If you have the carousel left after all the manipulations, try resetting the Themes and Gallery app settings through Settings → Apps → Application Management. This often helps to reset hidden settings.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions