Xiaomi’s MIUI software is known for its beautiful and unique live wallpaper animations that bring your home screen to life. These animated wallpapers, called “Super Wallpapers”, display visually stunning animations when unlocking your phone or switching between home screens.
While originally only available on select Xiaomi devices running MIUI 12 and above, the Super Wallpapers can now be installed on many Android devices thanks to modded APK files. This guide will show you how to download and apply these animated MIUI live wallpapers on both Xiaomi and non-Xiaomi Android phones.
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Downloading the MIUI Super Wallpaper APKs
To get started, you first need to download the Super Wallpaper APK files. These can be found on sites like APKMirror or APKPure. There are currently 5 different Super Wallpapers to choose from:
- Super Earth
- Super Mars
- Super Jupiter
- Faraway Rings (Saturn)
- Snow Mountain
Simply search for “MIUI Super Wallpaper” and download the APK file for your desired live wallpaper. Make sure to select the latest version.
Installing the Super Wallpaper APKs
Once downloaded, install each Super Wallpaper APK on your device just like you would any other Android application. You may need to enable installation from “Unknown Sources” in your device settings first.
The Super Wallpapers will now be installed on your device but won’t show up in your list of wallpapers yet.
Applying the Live Wallpaper Animation
To actually apply the animated wallpaper, you need a compatible live wallpaper picker like the Google Wallpapers app. Install this app from the Play Store if you don’t already have it.
Open the Wallpapers app, select “Live Wallpapers”, and you should now see the installed Super Wallpapers in the list. Select your desired animation and click “Set Wallpaper” to apply it.
The live wallpaper will now be set as your phone’s wallpaper and display the animated effects.
Using the Super Wallpapers
Once applied, you can enjoy the visually stunning animations of the Super Wallpaper whenever you unlock your phone or switch home screens. Here are some tips for using them:
- The animations look best on high resolution, AMOLED displays. So they will really shine on Xiaomi’s flagship phones.
- To set different wallpapers for your home screen and lock screen, select the specific screen when setting the live wallpaper.
- The wallpapers only animate on the home screen(s) by default. To enable animations on the lock screen, you may need extra steps depending on your Android OS.
- MIUI allows you to customize the animation effect via settings. This level of control may not be available on non-MIUI devices though.
So in summary, while the MIUI Super Wallpapers originated on Xiaomi phones, Android users can now enjoy these visually appealing live animations on many devices thanks to modded APK files available online. Just download the desired Super Wallpaper APK, install it, apply it with a compatible live wallpaper app, and customize to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What devices are compatible with MIUI live wallpaper animations?
A: They work on most Android devices running Android 8.0 or higher, with some exceptions. Pixel devices tend to only support 64-bit apps so may not be compatible.
Q: Can I set the live wallpaper on both home screen and lock screen?
A: Yes, just select the specific screen(s) when applying the live wallpaper. Customization options depend on your device OS though.
Q: Why are the animations laggy or buggy?
A: The Super Wallpapers require high performance levels to animate properly. If seeing poor performance, try applying the live wallpaper on a flagship Xiaomi device instead.
Q: Where can I get more MIUI live wallpaper options?
A: Check APKMirror or APKPure for fan-made ports. Or use the theme store on Xiaomi devices running MIUI 12+ for official live wallpapers.
Q: Can I get MIUI Super Wallpapers on iPhone?
A: No, MIUI is a software layer specific to Android devices. There is no way to install the live wallpapers on iOS.
I hope this guide gives you a better understanding of how to properly apply and utilize Xiaomi’s signature live wallpaper animations on both MIUI and non-MIUI devices! Let me know if you have any other questions.
