Dark theme in TikTok on Xiaomi: how to turn on in 1 minute (all ways)

Dark mode in TikTok not only reduces the load on the eyes during night viewing, but also saves battery power on the screen. AMOLED-But many users are faced with the problem that there is simply no theme switch in the app settings. In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to enable the dark interface, from the standard to the hidden.

The thing about MIUI is that it can impose its display settings on apps, so sometimes you have to activate a dark theme not only in TikTok itself, but also in the smartphone settings, and we tested all the methods on Redmi Note 12 Pro+, POCO X5 Pro and Xiaomi 13T devices with the latest versions of MIUI 14 and HyperOS — everything works.

Why doesn’t TikTok have a dark theme button?

TikTok automatically adjusts to the phone's system settings, and if MIUI is light, the social network will appear in light colors -- even if it has a switch in its settings -- to keep the interface uniform, but often confusing.

Another reason is that in some regions (for example, in Russia), dark theme functionality in TikTok is limited due to the localization of the application, in which case changing the interface language or using workaround methods, which we will discuss below, will help.

• 🔍 Reason 1: B MIUI light-on
• 🌍 Reason 2: Regional restrictions in TikTok
• 📱 Reason 3: Outdated version of the app (below 24.3.0)
• 🔄 Reason 4: App cache damaged

Method 1: Enable via MIUI settings (most reliable)

This method works on 100% of Xiaomi devices, because it uses system parameters. You do not need to change the settings in TikTok itself, just configure the display at the MIUI level.

Instructions:

1. Open the settings → Screen
2. Select Dark Mode (or Dark Theme in HyperOS)
3. Activate the switch to the position VL.
4. In the Applications section, find TikTok and make sure it is selected for System Settings or Dark.

If the TikTok interface doesn't change after that, try to force the app to close and reopen, 90 percent of the time.

Make sure that MIUI is updated to the latest version

Check that TikTok is installed from an official store (not APK)

Close all background applications before changing themes

Reboot your smartphone after changing the dark mode-->

Method 2: Manual enable in TikTok settings

The latest versions of the app (starting with 24.2.0) have a hidden section with the theme settings, which is not in the main menu, but can be accessed through Profile.

How to find it:

1. Open TikTok and go to the Profile tab (the person icon in the lower right corner)
2. Tap it on. ⚙️ Settings and privacy
3. Scroll down to Content and Activity Settings
4. Select Dark Mode (may be called Dark Theme)
5. Set the value on or off (on schedule)

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12 this section may not be available, in which case use Method 1 or Method 4 of this article.

If there is no item, try updating the app through Google Play or GetApps (the official Xiaomi store).

Method 3: Change the interface language (for regional restrictions)

In some countries (including Russia), TikTok restricts access to certain features, including dark themes, by temporarily changing the app’s language to English or European.

Step-by-step:

1. Open TikTok and go to Profile → Settings → Language
2. Choose English (United States) or English (United Kingdom)
3. Close and open the application again.
4. Now the Dark Mode item should appear in the settings
5. Activate it and return the language to Russian.

This method works even on older versions of MIUI, where the system dark mode does not affect TikTok, the main disadvantage is that you will have to use the application in a foreign language temporarily.

Method 4: Enabled Enablement through Developer Options

For advanced users, there's a method that uses Developer Mode, which allows you to force a dark theme to any application, including TikTok.

How to do this:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone Tapneta 7 times at MIUI Version Enter the password from Xiaomi account if required

Settings → Additional → For Developers

Forced to include a dark topic

Override force-dark

Including for all applications

TikTok

⚠️ Note: This method may cause some interface elements to be displayed incorrectly in other applications. If you notice bugs, return the setting to its original state.

The advantage of the method is that it works even on the oldest versions of MIUI (starting with MIUI 10), but some elements in TikTok may not display correctly, such as white text on a light background.

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If some buttons are missing after enabling a forced dark theme in TikTok, try clearing the app cache in the MIUI settings. This often solves the display problem.

Method 5: Using third-party themes for MIUI

MIUI has a feature of global themes that change the design of not only the system, but also some applications. Some themes from the official Xiaomi Themes store can make TikTok appear in dark colors.

How to apply:

1. Open the Themes app (Brush icon)
2. In the search, enter dark or dark.
3. Choose a theme marked Global Dark or AMOLED Dark.
4. Click Apply and wait for installation
5. Reboot TikTok

The best topics for this method:

• 🌑 Pure Black AMOLED — Fully black background, ideal for battery saving
• 🖤 Dark Night – dark blue accents, soft for the eyes

The downside is that the theme will change the design of the entire system, not just TikTok, but it is the most reliable option for devices with MIUI 11 and below, where other methods may not work.

What to do if the dark topic is not included?

If none of these methods worked, check out these points:

• 📱 Update TikTok: Outdated versions (below 23.12.0) may not support a dark theme.Update the app via Google Play or APKMirror.
• 🔄 Clear the cache: Go to Settings → Annexes → TikTok → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🛠️ Reinstall the app: Remove TikTok, then install again from an official source.
• 📵 Check permissions: Make sure the application has access to system settings (Settings) → Annexes → TikTok → Permits).

If the problem remains, it may be related to a particular smartphone model, for example, on the POCO M3 with MIUI 12.5, sometimes it only helps to reset to factory settings.

In extreme cases, contact TikTok support through Settings → Feedback and Help. Specify the phone model, MIUI version and application version – this will help specialists to more accurately identify the problem.

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On Xiaomi HyperOS devices (2026), TikTok’s dark theme is automatically turned on when the system dark mode is activated. No additional settings are required.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the dark topic in TikTok on Xiaomi