“Gloves” mode on Xiaomi: how to turn on, configure and fix problems

In winter or in cold temperatures, many Xiaomi users face a problem: the touch screen does not respond adequately to touch, especially if you are wearing gloves. MIUI A special hypersensitivity mode is “Gloves Mode,” which is available on most of the brand’s modern devices, including the Redmi Note series, POCO, Mi and Black Shark.

However, not everyone knows how to activate this mode correctly, what settings are optimal for different scenarios, and what to do if the function does not work. In this article, we will discuss not only the standard way to enable, but also alternative methods for older versions. MIUI, and also tell about the nuances of adjusting the sensitivity for specific types of gloves - from thin touch to dense winter gloves.

It's important to understand that gloved mode isn't just about increasing the sensitivity of the screen, it uses additional touch processing algorithms that compensate for the reduced accuracy of the glove material, and it can affect battery life, so it's worth turning it off when it's not needed.

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What is the “Gloves” mode and how does it work

Glove Mode is a software solution from Xiaomi that modifies the touch layer of the screen. Under normal conditions, the display recognizes finger touches due to the electrical capacity of the skin. Gloves, even thin ones, reduce this capacity, which can cause the system to ignore touch or perceive them as random.

When activating the mode, the following occurs:

• 🔍 The sensor sensitivity threshold increases – the screen begins to respond to less intense touches.
• ⚡ The algorithm for gesture recognition is optimized: for example, swipes become more “smooth”, even if the finger does not slide perfectly on the surface.
• 📱 On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi) K60) Touch Sampling Rate Boost is activated to increase the frequency of the sensor survey to 240-360 Hz to compensate for delays.

Interestingly, similar technologies are used in smartphones of other brands, but Xiaomi implementation is flexible: the user can manually adjust the sensitivity level (in some firmware).However, it is worth remembering that constant use of the mode in gloves can reduce battery life by 5-15% due to the increased load on the touch processor.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T or POCO F5) The mode may cause false positives at high humidity or water droplets hitting the display. In such cases, it is recommended to temporarily disable the function.

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Standard way to turn on the regime in gloves

Most of the Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12-14 is the same path to setup. Here's the step-by-step instruction:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to the Display section.
3. Scroll down and find the item Mode in gloves (or Touch Sensitivity on some models).
4. Activate the switch next to the inscription.

On some devices (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro or POCO X3 Pro may require an additional step:

• 🔧 After the main mode is turned on, the sensitivity level slider will appear - move it to the maximum value for working with tight gloves.
• 📲 On the Xiaomi Pad. 5/6 The function can be located in the section Additional screen settings.

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If the item Mode in gloves is not on the menu, it can mean one of three:

1. Your device does not support the feature (relevant for budget models until 2019).
2. You have custom firmware installed where the function is disabled or moved.
3. Update required MIUI last-minute.

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Alternative Including Methods (for Older Versions) MIUI)

On devices with MIUI 10 to 11 or some custom firmware, the standard path may not work:

Method 1: Through the Developer Menu

If the screen settings do not have the option “Gloves Mode”, it can be activated through hidden options:

1. Turn on Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Go back to the main settings menu and open a new section for developers.
3. Find Pointer location or Show touches, and there may be a Glove mode option nearby.
4. Activate it and restart the device.

Method 2: Engineering menu (for advanced users)

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect actions in the engineering menu can lead to malfunctions in the screen. Use this method only if you are confident in your actions.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##36446337###.
2. In the menu, select Touch Screen Test.
3. Find Glove Mode and set the Enable value.
4. Save the settings and restart the smartphone.

Method 3: Using third-party applications

If none of these methods worked, you can use Google Play utilities, for example:

• 📱 Glove Mode Enabler is a simple utility for forced activation of the mode.
• 🔧 Touchscreen Repair – allows you to calibrate the sensor and increase sensitivity.

Check reviews before installing – some apps may contain ads or require root access.

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List of Xiaomi devices with support for mode in gloves

The feature is available on most devices released after 2020, but there are exceptions, and here is a table with confirmed mode support:

If your model isn't listed, it doesn't mean the feature isn't there. 9A or POCO C31 The mode may be hidden in the engineering menu. For clarification, check the official documentation for the device or forums (for example, for information, 4PDA or XDA Developers).

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On devices with a Snapdragon processor 8 Gen 1/2 (for example, Xiaomi 12S Ultra mode in gloves is more stable thanks to hardware optimization of the sensor from Qualcomm.

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Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the mode is turned on, users may experience problems. Let's consider typical situations and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: Mode turns on, but the screen doesn't respond to gloves

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🧤 Gloves are too tight or do not conduct electricity.Try thin touch gloves with silver threads.
• 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes the sensor requires recalibration.
• 📱 Update the firmware: in older versions MIUI There were touch recognition bugs.

Problem 2: False positives (the screen presses the buttons)

This is a common problem on devices with AMOLED-high humidity screens. Solutions:

• 💧 Wipe the screen with a dry wipe.
• ⚙️ Reduce sensitivity in mode settings.
• 🔋 Turn off the mode if you do not use gloves.

Problem 3: The mode shuts down itself after the screen is locked

On certain devices (e.g, POCO X3 NFC) It's resetting because it's optimizing energy consumption:

1. Add the Settings app to auto-clean memory exceptions: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → Settings → No restrictions.
2. Disable the Adaptive Battery function in the Battery and Performance section.

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If the problem persists after all manipulations, try resetting the screen settings to factory settings: → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting screen settings.

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How to improve the work of the regime in gloves

Even after you turn on the function, you can optimize it for your needs. Here are some tips:

Screen calibration

On some devices (for example, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite) manual sensor calibration is available:

1. Go to Settings. → Display. → Additional settings → Screen calibration.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen by touching the points in the gloves.

2. Use of special gloves

Not all gloves work equally well with the mode.

• 🧤 Conductive thread gloves (e.g. Xiaomi Smart Gloves or Blackview) BV-G01).
• 🧤 Gloves with silicone fingers - they are better at transmitting touches.
• ❌ Avoid gloves made of pure wool or cotton without conductive elements.

3. Customization of gestures

In glove mode, standard gestures (such as swiping up to return to the home screen) may not work smoothly.

• 🔧 Turn off gestures and use virtual navigation buttons: Settings → Display. → Navigation buttons.
• 📱 Increase the sensitivity of swipes in the settings System gestures.

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If you use gloves often, create a shortcut to quickly turn on the mode. To do this, add the Switch widget to the main screen and select Mode in gloves.

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The effect of the regime on battery and performance

Activation of the "Gloves" mode inevitably affects the autonomy and responsiveness of the device, let's see how critical this effect is:

1. Battery consumption

Test data. XDA Developers, the mode increases energy consumption on:

• 🔋 5–8% on devices with Snapdragon processors 7xx/8xx (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro).
• 🔋 10-15% on budget models with MediaTek Helio (e.g. Redmi) 10A).

This is because the sensor is polled more often, and the processor spends additional resources on processing “noisy” touches.

Productivity

On powerful devices (for example, Black Shark 5 Pro) the mode has little effect on the user. FPS In games or interface speeds, but on weaker smartphones (e.g. Redmi). 9C) may be observed:

• ⏳ Small lags when scrolling through lists.
• 🎮 Delays in dynamic games (e.g, PUBG Mobile or Call of Duty).

3. Overheating

With prolonged use of the mode in gloves against the background of resource-intensive tasks (for example, shooting video). 4K Or play games, you might have local overheating around the sensor, which is normal, but if the temperature is above 45.°C, recommended:

• 🌡️ Disable mode.
• 📴 Close background annexes.
• 🔄 Reset the device.

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To minimize the effect on the battery, turn on the mode only when necessary and turn it off in warm rooms or when gloves are not used.

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FAQ: Frequent questions about the regime in gloves