Super wallpaper on Xiaomi with MIUI 12: The Complete Guide to Setup

The function of super wallpapers has become one of the brightest chips MIUI 12, which radically transformed the look of Xiaomi smartphones. These dynamic wallpapers don't just grace the screen - they create a depth effect, flowing smoothly from lock to desktop, and even respond to user gestures. However, many device owners face problems when trying to turn them on: somewhere the option is hidden in the depths of the menu, somewhere you need to pre-configure the system.

In this article, we will not just show you how to include super wallpaper on Xiaomi with MIUI 12, but we will also analyze all the nuances: from checking the compatibility of your model to solving typical errors like a “gray” menu item or sudden lags. We will pay special attention to hidden super wallpapers, which Xiaomi does not advertise in the standard set - they can only be activated through an engineering menu or third-party utilities. If you want to turn your smartphone into a spacecraft with views of Mars or dive into the depths of the ocean - read more.

1. Which Xiaomi models support super wallpaper in MIUI 12

Not all Xiaomi devices are capable of super wallpaper due to hardware limitations (AOD) presence AMOLED-Here's the official list of compatible models when they were released. MIUI 12:

• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 10 / Mi 10 Pro / Mi 10 Ultra
• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 11 / Mi 11 Pro / Mi 11 Ultra
• 📱 Redmi K30 Pro / K40 Pro
• 📱 POCO F3 / F3 GT (restrictively)
• 📱 Black Shark 3 / 3 Pro / 4 (requires manual activation)

If your model is not on this list, but is equipped with AMOLED-display, you can try to force the super wallpaper to include ADB-commands or third-party launchers (more on this in section 5). IPS-screens (e.g. Redmi Note 9 or POCO X3) function will not be available – the system will not display the option in the settings.

It is important to note that even on supported devices, super wallpaper can slow down if the system activates energy saving modes or background processes are limited. → Battery → App battery saver).

2. Step-by-step instruction: how to turn on super wallpaper

The process of activating super wallpaper in MIUI 12 takes no more than a minute if you know the right way:

1. Open the theme settings: go to Settings → Wallpaper or press and hold an empty space on your desktop, then select Wallpaper.
2. Select a category: At the bottom of the screen, tap on the Super Wallpapers tab. If it's not available, see Section 3.
3. View and select: available options - Mars (Mars), Earth (Earth), Saturn (Saturn) and others.
4. Apply wallpaper: Click Apply and choose where to display – on the lock screen, desktop or both.

After applying the super wallpaper will begin to smoothly animate when unlocking the phone. If the animation twitches or slows down, try turning off the transition animation in the developer settings (Settings). → About phone → Tap MIUI version 7 times → Developer options → Window animation scale).

Check the compatibility of the model|Disable energy saving for the application "Theme"|Clear the cache in the storage settings|Reset the device before use-->

If after using the wallpaper looks static, make sure that the display settings include the option Settings (Smooth animation). → Display → Smooth animations on some firmware (e.g, MIUI 12.5 Enhanced) Super wallpaper may conflict with Super Resolution – it should also be temporarily disabled.

3. Why there is no "Super Wallpaper" item on the menu and how to return it

The lack of a Super Wallpaper tab in the settings is the most common problem, and there are several reasons:

If the problem is not in the firmware, try resetting the settings of the application "Theme":

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find Theme and tap it.
3. Select Warehouse. → Clear the data.
4. Reset the device.

On certain devices (e.g, POCO F3) The super wallpaper is hidden because of the manufacturer's policy, and in this case, manual installation through the ADB:

adb shell settings put global super_wallpaper_enabled 1

After completing the command, restart the phone - the tab should appear.

4.Secret Super Wallpaper: How to Get Hidden Themes

In addition to the Mars and Earth standard, the MIUI 12 is a set of hidden super wallpapers that Xiaomi doesn't include in the open access:

Method 1: Engineering menu (for advanced)

This method requires access to Engineer Mode:

1. Enter the dialer code ##4636##.
2. Go to Testing. → Wallpaper testing.
3. Enter the password: 12345 (or miui12 newer versions).
4. Select a hidden theme from a list (like Neptune or Mountain).

Method 2: Through APK-file

Some enthusiasts put in the open access APK-Hidden super wallpaper files to install:

1. Download. APK (for example, SuperWallpaper_Neptune.apk) forum XDA Developers.
2. Install the file through any file manager.
3. Reset the device.
4. New wallpaper will appear in the standard menu Super wallpaper.

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Before installation APK From third-party sources, check its hash amount (MD5) VirusTotal, which will keep you from viruses and spyware.

Among the most popular hidden topics:

• 🌊 Neptune – underwater world with corals and fish (responds to the tilt of the phone).
• ⛰️ Mountain - a mountain landscape with clouds that change depending on the time of day.
• 🌌 Cosmos is an abstract universe with nebulae (only for the purpose of AMOLED).
• 🏯 Ancient - Oriental landscape with pagoda and cherry (exclusive for Chinese firmware).

Important: Hidden super wallpapers may not display correctly on some devices, causing artifacts or excessive battery consumption.If the phone starts warming after installation, delete the theme through Settings → Annexes → Application management → [Title of the topic] → Delete.

5. Performance optimization: how to remove lags

Super wallpaper is not just a picture, but a full-fledged one. 3D-animation that loads the processor and video accelerator. If you notice slowdowns, use these tips:

• ⚡ Turn off animation in the developer settings: Window animation scale → 0.5x Transition animation scale → 0.5x Animator duration scale → 0.5x
• 🔋 Add the "Theme" app to battery exclusions: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → Theme → No restrictions.
• 🗑️ Clear the cache: Settings → Warehouse → Cache data. → Clean up

If the lags are retained, try reducing the resolution of the super wallpaper through the engineering menu:

adb shell setprop debug.sf.super_wallpaper_resolution 720p

Permissible values: 1080p, 720p, 480p. After the change, restart the device.

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On devices with a Snapdragon processor 7xx (for example, POCO X3 Pro) Super wallpapers may not work smoothly due to a weak graphics subsystem, in which case it is better to use static wallpaper with paralax effect.

For Redmi owners K40 and POCO F3 With the Snapdragon 870 processor there is a special tweak: activate GPU Turbo in the game settings (Settings) → Special features → Game Turbo → GPU This will redirect the graphics accelerator resources to rendering wallpaper, making animations smoother.

6. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even after successful activation, super wallpapers can behave incorrectly.

⚠️ Warning: If after applying super wallpaper screen began to flash or display artifacts, immediately return the standard wallpaper and check the device for overheating. AMOLED-matrix.

If the super wallpaper disappeared after the update MIUI, Try this one:

1. Remove updates for the Theme app.
2. Clear the data and cache of the Lawnchair app (if you use it).
3. Install. APK Theme 1.0.3.4 (available at APKMirror).

On some devices (for example, Black Shark 4) super wallpaper conflicts with the branded shell JoyUI. To fix this, you need to roll back to the stock. MIUI via Fastboot or use an alternative launcher like Nova Launcher.

7. Super wallpaper alternatives for non-optional devices

If your Xiaomi doesn't support super wallpaper, don't despair! there are a few ways to get a similar effect:

• 🎨 Live Wallpapers from Google Play: 3D Parallax Backgrounds – Simulate depth when tilting the phone. KWGT Kustom Widget is a custom animated wallpaper. Wallax is a dynamic wallpaper with paralax effect.
• 🔧 Magisk modules: MIUI Super Wallpaper Port - ported super wallpaper for non-optional devices. + Andromeda – Thematic system with support for animations.
• 🖥️ Third-party launchers: Nova Launcher + TeslaUnread plugin for dynamic icons Lawnchair with At a Glance widget support.

For devices with IPS-You can create static paralax wallpapers in Zedge or Backdrops by selecting the Depth Effect category. 3D Illusion.

If you need space themes, try the wallpaper from the application. NASA Wallpapers – There are high-quality images of Mars and Earth from space that look like super wallpapers, but don’t load the system.

8.The future of super wallpaper: what to expect in new versions MIUI

With the exit. MIUI 13 and MIUI 14 Xiaomi has significantly expanded the functionality of the super wallpaper:

• 🌄 Dynamic lighting: Wallpaper automatically adjusts to the time of day (for example, Earth darkens at night).
• 🎵 Music response: Animation syncs with playable tracks (works with Mi Music and Spotify).
• 🤖 AI generation: in MIUI 14 there was an opportunity to create a super wallpaper based on their photos through AI Super Wallpaper.
• 🔄 Interactive elements: on the wallpaper of Mars, you can now “land” on the planet, swiping your finger down.

V MIUI 15 (expected to be announced in 2026) promise to add super wallpaper with Ray Tracing support - this is the technology that will make it happen 3D-The effects are even more realistic. While the feature is being tested on the flagship Xiaomi 14 and MIX Fold 3.

If you want to try out the new super wallpaper before the official release, you can in beta testing. MIUI:

1. Register at miui.xiaomi.com.
2. Go to the Beta Testing section and select your model.
3. Download the beta version of the firmware and install it through Recovery.

⚠️ Attention: Beta versions MIUI It may contain critical bugs, including bootloop.Before installing, make a full backup via Mi Cloud or TWRP.

For older device owners (such as Mi 9 or Redmi) K20 Pro) there is good news: community XDA Developers are already porting new super wallpaper to MIUI 12. Follow updates to forum topics.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions