How to remove the screensaver on the Xiaomi phone when turned on: from simple ways to deep modification

Why does Xiaomi screensaver appear when turned on and can it be removed?

A screensaver with the Xiaomi logo or the words MIUI when you turn on your smartphone is a standard firmware element that the manufacturer adds for branding. It appears at the boot animation download stage and usually lasts 2-5 seconds. For most users, this is not a problem, but some want to remove it for reasons like:

✅ Aesthetics – the logo does not fit into the overall style of customization of the phone.

✅ Boot speed – reducing system start time by 1-3 seconds.

✅ Privacy – Hiding the brand of the device in public places.

However, removing the screensaver is not always a safe procedure, and depending on the method, it can lead to a loss of warranty, a firmware failure, or a device lock, and then we will discuss all the working methods, their risks and alternatives.

Method 1: Disable the screensaver through the developer settings (without root)

The easiest and safest method is to disable the download animation through the hidden MIUI settings.It works on most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models with the unlocked bootloader, but does not remove the logo completely, but only reduces its display.

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version and tap it 7 times.
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find the USB debugging option and turn it on.
4. Scroll down to Download Animation (or Boot Animation) and select Disable.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T Or the Redmi Note 11 Pro.+) This item may not be available, so move on to the next one.

Developer mode activated

USB debugging enabled

Backup of important data is made

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Method 2: Remove the screensaver via ADB (without root but with PC)

If you don’t have an option to turn off animation, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This method does not require superuser rights, but requires a computer and a computer. USB-cable.

Step-by-step:

1. Install ADB and Fastboot on PC.
2. Connect the phone to the computer and confirm the debugging permission on the smartphone screen.
3. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
4. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
5. Execute the command to disable the screensaver: adb shell settings put global boot_animation_disabled 1
6. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 14+ This command may not work due to manufacturer limitations, in which case the bootloader will need to be unlocked (see Method 4).

Method 3: Replace the screensaver with a custom (root required)

If you want to not just remove the logo, but replace it with your own animation, you will need root rights and a file manager (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer), which is suitable for advanced users, since improper actions can lead to a bootloop ( looped download).

Algorithm of action:

1. Download the finished boot animation in.zip format (for example, from the XDA Developers forum).
2. Connect to your phone via a file manager with root access.
3. Go to /system/media/ and find bootanimation.zip.
4. Rename the original file to bootanimation.zip.bak (in case of rollback).
5. Copy your new bootanimation.zip file into this folder.
6. Set the rights 644 (rw-r-----) for the new file.
7. Reset the device.

🔹 Where to get custom animations?

• 🎨 XDA Developers – the largest animation database for Android.
• 🖼️ DeviantArt – Artistic Options from Designers.
• 📱 Telegram channels on customization MIUI.

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Before replacing boot animations, back up the original file and check for compatibility of animation resolution with your phone’s screen resolution (e.g. 1080x2400 for Redmi Note 10 Pro).

Method 4: Unlocking the bootloader and modifying the firmware

To completely remove the screensaver (including the Xiaomi logo on a black background), you will need to unlock the bootloader and make changes to the system files.

• 🔓 Cancels the guarantee.
• 🚨 Risk of "bricking" the device in case of error.
• 🔄 You will need to re-flash through Fastboot.

Instructions:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the official Mi Unlock tool (requires a Mi Account and wait 7-30 days).
2. Install a custom recap (TWRP) for your model.
3. Download modified firmware without a logo (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience).
4. Sweat it through TWRP, pre-made backup.

⚠️ Note: On new Xiaomi models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 or Redmi) K60) Unlocking the bootloader can result in a lock on the Mi Account and require you to enter a password even after you reset!

Method 5: Using Magisk modules (for root devices)

If you already have Magisk, you can install a special module to remove the screensaver, which is less risky than full flashing, but requires:

• 📱 Installed by Magisk (version 24)+).
• 🔄 Backup copy of boot section.
• 🛠️ Recovery Knowledge through Fastboot.

Step-by-step installation:

1. Download the BootLogo Changer module for Magisk.
2. Open the Magisk app, go to the Modules section.
3. Click Install from Storage and select the downloaded file.
4. Reset the device.
5. After downloading, open the BootLogo Changer app and select an empty logo or your option.

🔹 Pros of the method:

• ✅ Doesn't require a flashing.
• ✅ Easy to roll back (remove module).
• ✅ It works on most firmware. MIUI.

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Magisk modules are the safest way to modify the screensaver for root devices, as they do not directly affect system partitions.

What happens if something goes wrong?

When you try to remove the screensaver, you can make mistakes, from endless bootloop to complete failure of the device.

🔧 Scenario 1: The phone is stuck on startup the Xiaomi logo and does not load any further.

• 🔌 Hard reset: Squeeze the power + Volume up 10-15 seconds until reboot occurs.
• 📥 Entrance to Fastboot: Keep your power down + Volume down, then swipe the original firmware through the Mi Flash Tool.

🔧 Scenario 2: After modification, the screen is black, but the phone vibrates.

• 🔄 Reset over the rivers: Go into TWRP (If installed, and run the Wipe → Format Data.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone doesn't respond to any combination of buttons, the boot partition may be damaged. EDL-Mode (requires an authorized Xiaomi account and a Deep Flash cable).

Alternative solutions: if you can not remove the screensaver or do not want to

If all of the above methods seem too risky or don’t fit your model, consider alternatives:

🔄 Accelerating the loading in other ways:

• 🚀 Turn off the autoload of applications: Go to Settings → Annexes → Autoboot and ban background work of unnecessary programs.
• 🧹 Clean the cache: In Recavery (Nutrition) + Volume up, select Wipe Cache.
• 🔋 Use the "Fast Boot" mode: In some firmware MIUI There is an option for accelerated start (see battery settings).

🎨 Visual disguise:

• 📱 Cut-out case: Use a case that covers the bottom of the screen (where the logo usually appears).
• 🖼️ Logo wallpaper: Install wallpaper with a dark lower edge so that the logo merges with the background.

💡 Useful Life Hack: On some models (e.g, POCO X3 Pro) the screensaver is displayed for only 1 second. If it annoys you, try to just distract yourself - during the boot time you can check the notifications on a smart watch or smart bracelet.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing the screensaver on Xiaomi