Can I change the color of the LED notification light?

Color options depend on the model. Check for a separate LED light entry inside Settings ➔ Notifications if your device supports custom colors, since not all Xiaomi phones do.

Does the LED still work when the phone is locked?

Yes, the LED blinks regardless of lock state as long as the setting is enabled for that app and the device has a physical notification LED.

Why is the LED toggle missing for certain apps?

Apps that only use silent or low-priority notification channels may not expose the LED option under Settings ➔ Notifications for that app.

Why do notifications stop triggering the LED after I enable Focus mode?

Focus mode can silence notifications from selected apps entirely, which also blocks the LED trigger. Check your Focus mode app list separately from the Notifications settings if the light suddenly stops working.

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Xiaomi: Enable or Disable LED Notification Light

If your Xiaomi phone stays dark when a new message arrives, the LED notification light might be switched off for that app. This setting works per app, so one app can flash the LED while another stays silent. Not every Xiaomi model has a physical LED, so the option may be missing entirely on some devices.

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Enable or Disable LED Notification Light auf Xiaomi

The LED notification light on Xiaomi phones sits near the earpiece or in a corner of the display. MIUI lets you control it per app, so you decide which apps trigger a visual alert and which stay silent.

To change it, open Settings ➔ tap on Notifications ➔ choose an app ➔ enable or disable Allow using LED light. Repeat this for every app you want to include or exclude.

If the toggle is missing entirely, your device does not have a physical notification LED. Some Xiaomi models rely only on the always-on display for alerts, and that feature is not controlled through this menu.

Turning the LED off can slightly reduce battery drain and cuts visual distraction on a nightstand at night. It also means you will miss silent alerts unless the screen is active or you check the notification panel yourself.

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Some apps send low-priority or silent notifications that skip the LED entirely, and an active Do Not Disturb or Focus mode can suppress it even when the per-app toggle is on.

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