Presets in the phone Xiaomi Redmi Note: a complete guide for users

Have you ever encountered the term “preset” in your Xiaomi Redmi Note settings and wondered what it is? If so, you’re not alone. Many Xiaomi smartphone users (especially the Redmi Note 10/11/12/13) come across the term in the context of photography, sound or system settings, but don’t always understand its meaning and capabilities.

Presets are actually preset sets that allow you to instantly apply optimal settings to a specific task, for example, in a camera it can be a set of color profiles for portrait photography, and in sound it can be an equalizer for bass or vocals. In Redmi Note presets are found in several key sections, and their proper use can greatly improve the experience of interaction with the device.

In this article, we will discuss in detail where to look for presets in Xiaomi Redmi Note, how to customize them and create your own, as well as reveal little-known chips that the manufacturer does not always advertise. If you want to squeeze the maximum out of your smartphone, read on.

What is a preset and why you need it in Xiaomi Redmi Note

The term preset refers to a pre-saved set of parameters that can be applied to a system, application or hardware at a single click. In the context of the Xiaomi Redmi Note, presets occur in three main areas:

• 📸 Photography and video – color profiles, shooting styles, white balance settings.
• 🔊 Sound and multimedia – equalizer, surround effects, microphone settings.
• ⚙️ System settings - performance modes, power management schemes.

The main advantage of presets is time saving. Instead of manually adjusting dozens of parameters (such as exposure, contrast and saturation for photos), you choose a ready profile, and the smartphone automatically applies optimal values, which is especially useful for beginners who have not yet figured out the intricacies of manual settings.

It’s important to understand that the presets in the Redmi Note are not static: they can be edited, saved, and even imported/exported (in some cases). For example, if you like the color profile of a photo from someone’s Xiaomi 13 Pro, you can migrate it to your Redmi Note 12 – provided the versions are compatible.

Where to find presets in Xiaomi Redmi Note: a step-by-step guide

The location of presets depends on their type, and below we will look at where to look for each of them in MIUI firmware (relevant to versions 13-14 on Redmi Note 10/11/12).

1.Cell presets

Open the standard Camera app, then:

1. Touch the badge. ⚙️ (Or "More") on the top menu.
2. Choose Color Styles or Filters (the name may vary depending on the model).
3. Scroll through the list of available presets: Standard, Living Colors, Cinema, Monochrome, etc.

On some models (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) there is an additional section Professional mode, where you can save your own preset exposure and white balance.

Presets of sound (equalizer)

Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Equator. Here you will find the standard presets:

• 🎵 Pop - increased the average frequencies.
• 🎸 Rock – an emphasis on high and low.
• 🎤 Vocals - highlights voices.
• 🎧 Headphones - optimized for inserts.

To create your preset, click on the + icon or Setting and manually adjust the frequency sliders.

Systemic presets (productivity and nutrition)

In Settings → Battery and Performance → Performance modes are available three main presets:

• ⚡ High performance – maximum power CPU/GPU (Reduces the time of autonomy).
• 🔄 Balanced – Optimal balance of speed and power consumption.
• 🔋 Savings of charge – limits background processes.

Redmi Note with Snapdragon processors (such as Note 11 Pro+ 5G) can also have a hidden Preset Game Mode that is activated when supported games are launched.

How to Create and Save Your Prestos in Xiaomi Redmi Note

Standard presets aren't always perfect for your needs, and fortunately, MIUI has tools for customization, and let's look at the process with the camera and the sound.

Creating a camera preset

1. Open the Camera app and go to Professional Mode (or Manual Settings).
2. Set up the parameters: 🔘 White balance (from) 2500K before 10000K). 📐 Exposition (values from -2.0 before +2.0). 🎨 Contrast/Saturation (sliders or numerical values).

Save the settings

Give a name to the preset (e.g., “Sunset at Sea”) and confirm.

The saved preset will appear in the list of user profiles and will be available in one touch.

Creating a sound preset

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Equator.
2. Select the Setting (or "+").
3. Adjust the sliders for frequencies: 60 Hz is bass. 230 Hz is lower averages. 910 Hz is medium. 4 kHz is upper averages. 14 kHz is high.

Save the preset under a unique name (e.g., Headphone Bass).

Important: some presets are tied to specific headphones or speakers. If you use Xiaomi Buds, the smartphone can automatically upload optimized profiles via MIUI Bluetooth Audio.

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To quickly switch between camera presets, add the Quick Camera Settings widget to the home screen. To do this, press the blank space on the screen → Widgets → Find the widget from the Camera app.

Hidden Presets in Xiaomi Redmi Note: How to activate them

MIUI firmware contains a number of hidden presets that are not displayed in the standard interface, and can be activated through Developer Mode or special commands.

1. Performance presets for gaming

On models with Snapdragon 7xx/8xx processors (for example, Redmi Note 12 Turbo), hidden Game Turbo mode is available with advanced settings:

1. Activate Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
2. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Developer Mode.
3. Find the option Optimize games and turn it on.
4. In the list of games, select the application and activate the preset Maximum Performance or Charge Saving.

2.Hidden camera color profiles

Some Redmi Note models support professional color spaces that are hidden by default.

1. Open the camera. → Professional treatment.
2. Hold your finger to the area of the screen with the current color profile (usually in the upper right corner).
3. You'll see a menu with additional options, like DCI-P3, which is an extended color gamut, Log profile, which is for post-processing video, Xiaomi Cinema, which is a cinematic style.

On Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G with a 200 MP camera, the hidden Ultra Res preset allows you to save a photo in 200 MP resolution instead of the standard 12-50 MP. To activate it, go to Camera Settings → Resolution → Maximum and hold the satellite button (if it is in the interface).

Problems with presets in Xiaomi Redmi Note and their solution

Sometimes presets can work incorrectly, not saved, discarded or not applied, and let's look at the typical problems and how to fix them.

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the settings of a particular application (such as Camera or Music) to the factory.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → All applications.
2. Select the problem app.
3. Click Storage → Delete data (Warning: This will delete all user settings!).

However, compatibility depends on the MIUI version and the smartphone model. For example, presets with the Redmi Note 12 Pro may not work on the Note 10 due to different versions of the Camera app.