Changing the visual design of a smartphone is the easiest way to personalize the gadget and make it more comfortable. Users often look for a way to put Mars on Xiaomi, implying the installation of thematic interface designs that mimic the atmosphere of the red planet or use futuristic design elements in the red and orange range. The standard shell MIUI or the new HyperOS provide huge opportunities for customization, but sometimes the necessary elements are hidden or require specific search.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the nuances of installing space-related and Mars-related themes. Customization allows you to change not only wallpaper, but also icons, notification style, lock screen and even system sounds. You will learn to find rare designs, bypass regional restrictions and safely implement new visual styles into the operation of your device.
The installation process can vary depending on the version of the operating system and the region in which the phone was purchased. Sometimes standard search does not give the desired results, and then you have to resort to third-party methods of downloading files. We will look at both official methods through the built-in application, and advanced methods for power users who want to get a unique look of their Xiaomi.
Finding and selecting the right theme in the official store
The safest and easiest way to change the interface is to use the built-in Theme app. However, a search for Mars may not yield the expected result if the topic is called differently or metaphorically. Often developers use titles like Red Planet, Mars Mission, or just abstract names related to space. You need to be careful when viewing previews.
To start, open the app and search for keywords in English, as the global database is often English. Use the terms Mars, Red Space or Sci-Fi. If you are in a region with a limited directory (for example, Russia or Ukraine), the number of available options can be reduced, in which case changing the region in the phone settings helps.
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Try changing the region in your phone settings (Settings → Additional settings → Region) to Indonesia or India – this often opens up access to more themes in the official store.
When choosing a design, pay attention to downloads and ratings. Popular themes are usually better optimized and free of font display errors. Also check if the theme supports Always On Display (always on screen) if this feature is important to you. Some Mars themes offer animated wallpaper with dust storms or flying satellites, which significantly increases battery consumption.
- 🔴 Open the Themes app on the main screen.
- 🔍 Search for Mars or the Red Planet".
- 👁️ Carefully study the preview, flipping through lock screens and desktop.
- ⬇️ Press the "Download" button and then "Apply".
Installation of themes through file.mtz: an advanced method
If the official store doesn’t have the desired design, users often turn to third-party resources where they upload files with the.mtz extension. This is the MIUI theme archive format. To put such a theme, you’ll need to find a reliable source, download the file, and use a dedicated installer app or built-in debugging features, which gives access to thousands of unique designs created by independent artists.
The.mtz file installation process requires the developer mode to be enabled. Go to Settings → On the phone and press quickly 7-10 once-in-the-line MIUI" (or "Version." OS"), until the notification "You've become a developer" appears, and then the option "Developers" will appear in the Additional Settings menu. USB" or"USB-debugging, although for simple themes it is often enough to simply allow installation from unknown sources in the theme manager.
☑️ Preparation for installing third-party themes
After downloading the file, run it. The system will ask which application to open the file. Select "Themes." If the system blocks the installation due to security checks, you may need to use a special application to open the file. APK-Be careful: installing themes from unverified sources can lead to unstable system operation or advertising.
Creating your own Mars theme with Theme Editor
For those who want to get the perfect result, there's the official MIUI Theme Editor (or HyperOS Theme Editor) for PC, which is software that lets you create a theme from scratch or edit an existing one. You can take a standard theme and replace all the images in the Martian surface imagery from NASA telescopes with a red-orange color scheme.
Working in an editor requires basic graphics skills. You will need images in your screen resolution (e.g., 1080x2400 or 1440x3200). You can download a pack of space-style icons and integrate them into the project. After editing all the elements (lock screen, desktop, control panel, settings), the project is compiled into a.mtz file.
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This is a way to make any fantasy happen. You can customize the fonts to make them more technological, and change the colors of the system switches to bright red. The finished file is installed the same way as the one you downloaded from the Internet, and it's the best way to get a unique interface that no one else will have.
Customization of widgets and live wallpaper in the style of Mars
Even without a complete change of theme, you can create the atmosphere of Mars using widgets and live wallpapers. The MIUI and HyperOS shells have built-in live wallpapers, some of which may resemble alien landscapes. In addition, Google Play Market or GetApps has a lot of apps with Live Wallpapers that mimic the surface of the red planet.
To create a full interface, add weather and clock widgets. Choose a minimalist widget or find a space-themed widget that shows the moon phases or the positions of the planets. The combination of red wallpaper, dark widgets and matching app icons will create the desired visual effect without deep interference with the system.
| Interface element | Recommended Style for the Mars Theme | Where to find out. |
|---|---|---|
| Wallpaper. | Living (moving sand, stars) | Appendix "Wallpaper" or Wallpaper Engine |
| Icons | Neon red or minimalism | Built-in theme store (Icon section) |
| font | Techno, Futuristic, Sans-Serif | Theme Store → Profile → Fonts |
| Widgets | Transparent, with red accents | Long press on the screen → Widgets |
Don't forget the sounds. Find an ambient ringtone or science fiction ringtone so that when you ring, you're fully immersed in the atmosphere. You'd better replace the notifications with short, technological signals.
Solving compatibility and display issues
When installing themes, especially those created for other models or versions of Android, there may be problems: icons can go, fonts can become unreadable, and the control panel disappears, this is due to differences in file structure between versions of MIUI 12, 13, 14 and the new HyperOS. If the theme is used, the topic should be deleted.
To remove a problematic topic, go to the Topic app, go to the profile (usually the person's icon on the bottom right) and select "My Themes." Find an active theme and click "Delete" or apply the standard theme "Classic" or "Default." If the phone freezes and does not allow you to enter the menu, try to boot into safe mode (usually clamping the off button when the system starts), where third-party themes are not activated.
⚠️ Warning: If after installing the theme, the phone screen turns black or the sensor stops responding, don't panic. Try to perform a forced reboot by holding the power button and increasing the volume on the phone. 10-15 It'll reset the active processes and bring back the standard design.
It’s also worth considering that some heavy themes with lots of animations can drain the battery faster. If you notice that the phone has become faster to lose power after installing the Mars theme, try turning off the animation of the windows in the developer settings or choose a more static design option.
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Always have a standard theme (Default/Classic) on hand to quickly restore the phone to work in case of a failure after installing custom design.