Standoff 2 is one of the most popular mobile shooters, but many Xiaomi players face a problem: the game is displayed with black bars on the sides or does not fill the entire screen. This not only spoils the visual perception, but also interferes with the gameplay - opponents can hide behind these stripes, and the interface becomes uncomfortable, the reasons for this behavior lie in the combination of the aspect ratio of the smartphone screen, the features of the MIUI shell and the settings of the game itself.
In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to stretch the screen in Standoff 2 on Xiaomi, including the Redmi Note 12/13, Poco X5/F5, Mi 13/14 and others. Importantly, the methods are different for different versions of MIUI (13, 14, HyperOS) and display types (AMOLED, LCD).
Why is Standoff 2 not stretching the screen on Xiaomi?
The problem with black bars is that the aspect ratio is not matched with the resolution of the render, and here are the main reasons:
- 📱 Non-standard aspect ratio of the smartphone (for example, 20:9 or 21:9 for new Xiaomi models, while the game is optimized for 16:9).
- 🎮 Restrictions of the Unity engine running Standoff 2 – it automatically adjusts the render to “safe” permissions.
- 🔧 Settings MIUI, which force applications to scale (display size function or full screen mode).
- 🔄 Updates to the game or firmware that have knocked down previous settings (relevant to the MIUI 14 and HyperOS).
Interestingly, some models (like the Redmi Note 11 Pro+) have two clicks to solve the problem, while others (like the Poco F4 GT) require deep system intervention, which is because Xiaomi uses different display drivers even within the same lineup.
⚠️ Note: If you use custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS), system stretching methods may not work, in which case only manual editing of the build.prop file or installing a Magisk module will help.
Method 1: Settings inside Standoff 2 (the easiest one)
Before you get into the system settings, check the settings of the game itself. The developers of Standoff 2 added a stretch screen option, but it is hidden in an unobvious way.
How to turn on:
- Run Standoff 2 and wait for the main menu to load.
- Slap the icon. ⚙️ Settings (cog in the upper right corner).
- Go to the Graphic tab.
- Find the "Stretch" option (or Fullscreen Stretch in English) and activate the switch.
- Confirm the changes and restart the game.
If this option is not available, then your version of the game is outdated. Update Standoff 2 via Google Play or APKMirror (for regions where the game is blocked).
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Important: Some devices (e.g. Xiaomi 12T) may display artifacts as a blurred interface after the stretcher is turned on, and this is treated by changing the resolution in the graphics settings (set HD instead of Ultra HD).
Method 2: Forced full-screen mode in MIUI
The MIUI shell has a built-in force-scaling feature that doesn't work on all models, but it's worth a try.
Instructions for MIUI 13/14/HyperOS:
- Open the smartphone settings.
- Go to the Appendix section → Application management.
- Find the list of Standoff 2 and tap it.
- Select Permissions → Additional authorizations.
- Activate Full Screen Mode (or Display over other apps)
- Go back and find the Display Size item – set the default or Stretching value.
On some firmware (e.g. MIUI 12.5 Enhanced), the path may be different:
Settings → Screen → Full-screen applications → Standoff 2 → EnableIf after these manipulations the game began to stretch, but there were bugs with the interface (for example, buttons overlap), try to disable the optimization of MIUI for the game:
- Press the Standoff 2 icon on the home screen.
- Select Application Information.
- Slip on the three dots in the top corner → Disable MIUI optimization.
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Method 3: Change screen resolution through developer
This method requires the developer mode to be enabled and works on most Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12 and later. It allows you to manually specify permission for a particular application.
Step-by-step:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version (you will receive a notification "You became a developer").
Settings
For developers
Minimum width (dp)
Smallest width
Standoff 2
411
392
Save the changes and restart the game.
Critical detail: if you put a value below 360, the game interface can break (text will overlap, buttons will become non-clickable).
| Relationship of parties | Recommended minimum width (dp) | Xiaomi models |
|---|---|---|
| 16:9 | 411 | Redmi 9, Poco M3 |
| 18:9 | 411–430 | Mi 11, Redmi Note 10 |
| 19.5:9 | 392–410 | Poco F3, Mi 11 Lite |
| 20:9 | 380–400 | Redmi Note 12, Xiaomi 13 |
⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14), the Minimum Width option may not be available. Instead, use Forced Resolution Change in the same developer menu.
Method 4: Use ADB-Teams (for advanced teams)
If previous methods have not worked, you can use ADB-It's a universal way that works even on custom firmware. You'll need a computer with drivers installed. ADB and the debugging on USB smartphone.
Instructions:
- Enable USB Debugging in Settings → For Developers.
- Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm your trust in your computer.
- Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:
How to set up through Game Tools:
- Open Security. → Game Turbo (or Game Tools).
- Add Standoff 2 to the list of games.
- Choose a Performance or Customization profile.
- Activate Full Screen Mode and set the resolution manually.
For Second Screen:
- Download the app from Google Play.
- Start it and select Create a new screen.
- Set the resolution that matches your display (e.g. 1080×2400).
- Run Standoff 2 in this window and the game will be stretched.
⚠️ Note: Apps like ForceFullScreen require root rights, and using them can lead to a ban in Standoff 2 for “modified environments.
What to do if artifacts appear after stretching?
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after a successful stretching of the screen, there can be side effects.
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Play lays down after stretching | Increased load on the GPU | Downgrade the graphics settings in Standoff 2 to Low |
| The interface is gone (buttons are not pressed) | Wrong aspect ratio | Return the standard resolution and try another method. |
| Black screen at launch | Conflict with MIUI optimization | Turn off MIUI Optimization for the game (see Method 2) |
| Stretching resets after resetting | ADB-commands not saved | Use the ADB AppControl app to automatically apply commands |
If none of the methods worked, check:
- 📌 Is firmware updated? MIUI Up to the latest version (older versions may not have the right options).
- 📌 No conflicts with other applications (e.g, GFX Tools or Game Guardian).
- 📌 Is the power saving mode on (it can block the change of permission).
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On HyperOS devices (Xiaomi 14, Redmi K70), standard stretching methods may not work due to the new display control mechanism, in which case you can only wait for an update from the Standoff 2 developers or use ADB.