How to disable the watermark on Xiaomi: official and hidden methods

Why Xiaomi Watermark Appears and Can It Be Removed Safely?

A watermark with the model name (Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13T, etc.) or the MIUI logo is a standard firmware feature that the manufacturer adds to brand the interface. It appears in the top right corner of the screen on some versions of MIUI 12-14, especially in screenshot, screen recording or when using the camera. But not all users are willing to put up with this element: it spoils the aesthetic of shots, interferes with video editing and creates the impression of an “unfinished” interface.

It's important to understand that a watermark is not a virus or a result of a system hack. It's part of Xiaomi's branding, as well as download animations or system sounds. However, it can be removed either by official methods (if available for your model), or through hidden settings or firmware modifications. The risks depend on the method chosen, from harmlessly changing the configuration file to potentially losing warranty when unlocking the bootloader.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to remove the watermark on Xiaomi in the 2026 year, including methods for devices without root rights, using ADB, We will also modify system files for advanced users, especially the Redmi, Poco and flagships of the Xiaomi series. 13/14, where the watermark occurs most often.

Method 1: Disabling the watermark through camera settings (official method)

On some Xiaomi models (mostly flagship) the watermark can be removed directly from the camera settings without using third-party tools, which works on devices with MIUI 13/14 and current updates to the Camera app (version 6.0+).

Instructions:

• 📷 Open the Camera app and swipe up to open the modes panel.
• 🔧 Put it on the icon. ⚙ Settings (or ⋮ → Settings on some models).
• 🏷️ Find the Watermark (or Model Mark) section and switch the slider to the Off position..
• 🔄 Restart the camera app to make changes take effect.

⚠️ Note: On budget models (Redmi) 10A, Poco M4 Pro) this item may not be available. In this case, proceed to the following methods.

Method 2: Removing watermark through ADB (no root rights)

If the camera settings don’t have the option to disable the watermark, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a tool to interact with the system via a computer, which does not require superuser rights, but requires the inclusion of USB Debugging and installing drivers.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate USB debugging: Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and tap 7 times to unlock Developer Mode. Go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers and enable USB Debugging.

Connect your smartphone to your PC:

• Use the original USB-Type C cable (poor cables can cause errors).
• On PC, install ADB Tools (or use the Mi Flash Tool for Xiaomi).
• Adb shell settings put global settings watermark_enabled 0 If the command doesn't work, try the alternative: adb shell am broadcast. -a com.android.camera.action.WATERMARK_ENABLED --ez state false
• Restart the device: the watermark should disappear after the reboot.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 14 (especially Chinese versions) this method may work temporarily - the sign will return after the system update, in which case you will need to repeat the procedure or use root-right methods.

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If ADB doesn’t recognize the device, try manually installing Xiaomi USB Drivers or using Mi PC Suite to automatically configure the connection.

Method 3: Edit system files (root required)

For users with unlocked bootloader and root rights, the most reliable way is to edit the build.prop configuration file or remove watermark resources from system folders. This method is suitable for all Xiaomi models, but requires caution: incorrect changes can lead to a bootloop (cyclical reboot).

Instructions for experienced users:

1. Create a backup: Use TWRP or Titanium Backup for the /system partition backup.
2. Open build.prop: With Root Explorer or Solid Explorer, go to /system/build.prop. Find a line. ro.miui.has_water_mark=1 and replace it with ro.miui.has_water_mark=0.

Delete the graphic resources:

• Move to the /system/media/theme/default/watermark/ and delete the watermark.png files or watermark_light.png.
• Change the rights to the watermark folder to 000 (so that the system cannot recover files).
• Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 14 Dynamic Partitions: build.prop editing can reset after the update, and you'll need to use Magisk modules to permanently disable it.

Method 4: Using Magisk modules (for firmware from the root)

If you use Magisk to manage root rights, the safest way to remove the watermark is to install a dedicated module, the advantage of which is that the changes apply at the kernel level and are not reset after MIUI updates (if the module is compatible with the new version).

Recommended modules:

• 📦 Disable Watermark MIUI — Universal module for most devices.
• 📦 MIUI Tweaks – includes the option to disable the watermark among other tweaks.
• 📦 Xiaomi Debloater – allows you to remove system components, including watermark.

How to determine:

1. Download the module in.zip format (for example, with XDA Developers).
2. Open Magisk Manager and go to the Modules section.
3. Click Install from Storage and select the downloaded file.
4. Restart the device – the watermark should disappear.

⚠️ Note: Before installing the module, check its compatibility with your version. MIUI and processor architecture (arm64 Incompatible modules may cause camera or system failures.

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Magisk modules are the most reliable way for root-righted devices, as they automatically adapt to MIUI updates and do not require reconfiguration.

Method 5: Alternative methods (bypasses)

If none of the above methods are suitable (for example, on a locked bootloader or older models), you can use workarounds. They do not remove the watermark completely, but avoid it in important situations.

Options:

• 📸 Third-party cameras: Use alternative apps (e.g. Google Camera, Open Camera) that don't add a watermark.
• 🎥 Screenshot editing: Cut the watermark in Photoshop Express or Snapseed (Healing tool).
• 🔄 Developer Mode: On some models, the watermark disappears when you turn on the option to Disable. HW-Overlays in Developer Settings.
• 📱 Second account: Create an additional user profile – sometimes the watermark does not appear in guest mode.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party cameras (such as GCam) you may have problems with the camera. HDR, night mode or ultra-wide lens, as they are not optimized for the hardware of Xiaomi.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to remove a watermark, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

If you are facing another problem not described in the table, try:

1. Check the error logs via adb logcat (for experienced users).
2. Refer to the thematic thread on 4PDA or XDA Developers with the model and version of MIUI.
3. Reset the camera settings to factory settings (Settings → Apps → Camera → Storage → Clear data).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions