Took a photo on Xiaomibut don’t see the date on the photo? This problem is familiar to many users of the brand's smartphones. By default, MIUI does not display time stamps on images, although information about the shooting date and time is stored in the metadata. In this article, we will look at how to include the date on a photo in Xiaomi in different ways - from built-in functions to third-party applications.

It is important to understand that a date can be added in two ways: either directly on the image itself (visible stamp), or in metadata (hidden information that is seen only by special apps). We will look at both options so you can choose the one that suits you. Also note that the interface MIUI may differ depending on the firmware version and smartphone model - the article provides universal instructions.

Why there is no date on the Xiaomi photo and how to fix it

Many users Xiaomi Redmi, POCO or Mi are surprised why the date is not displayed on the pictures, although in other smartphones (for example, Samsung or Huawei) this function works out of the box. The reason lies in the policy MIUI:

  • 📅 By default, the date and time are saved only in EXIF metadata photos, but are not applied to the image itself.
  • 🔧 In the standard application Camera no options for automatically applying the date to pictures.
  • 📱 Some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12) support this function via Additional camera settings, but it is often hidden.

You can solve the problem in several ways:

  1. Enable date display in the application settings Camera (if available).
  2. Use the built-in gallery MIUI to view metadata.
  3. Install third-party applications to put the date on the photo.
  4. Edit pictures manually using graphic editors.
⚠️ Attention: If you transferred the photo from Xiaomi to another device (for example iPhone or PC), the date in the metadata may be lost. This is due to differences in processing EXIF different systems. To avoid data loss, use original files directly from your smartphone.
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Method 1: Enabling the date in the Xiaomi camera settings

Some models Xiaomi (mainly flagship series Mi and POCO F) allow you to enable date display directly in the camera interface. Check if this option is available on your device:

  1. Open the app Camera.
  2. Swipe up or tap the icon ⚙️ Settings (usually in the top right corner).
  3. Go to section Advanced settings or Shooting options.
  4. Find option Watermark or Date stamp (can be called Timestamp on firmware with an English interface).
  5. Activate the switch and select the display format (for example, DD.MM.YYYY or HH:MM>).

If this option is not available, then your model Xiaomi does not support this function at the firmware level. In this case, proceed to the following methods.

Xiaomi model Support for watermark in camera Alternative method
Xiaomi 13/13 Pro ✅ Yes (in MIUI 14+) Camera settings → Watermark sign
Redmi Note 12/11 ❌ No Application side or manual editing
POCO F5/X5 ✅ Yes (in global firmware) Additional settings → Timestamp
Xiaomi Mi 11 ⚠️ Partially (depending on the MIUI version) Update the software or use the gallery
⚠️ Attention: After the update MIUI the location of the menu items may change. If you do not find the desired option, try resetting the camera settings to standard (Settings → Reset → Reset camera settings).

Even if the date is not displayed on the photo itself, it is saved in the metadata. To see it:

  1. Open the standard one. application Gallery.
  2. Select the desired photo and tap on it to open it in full size.
  3. Swipe up the screen (or tap the icon ℹ️ at the bottom).
  4. A panel will open with detailed information, where it will be indicated:
    • 📅 Date of shooting (in the format DD MMM YYYY, HH:MM).
    • 📍 Location (if geotag is enabled).
    • 📱 Device model and shooting parameters (ISO, shutter speed etc.).

This method is suitable if you just need to find out the date shooting, but do not apply it to the image itself. If required permanent watermarkread on.

Make sure that the date and time on your smartphone are set correctly|Make a backup copy of the original photos|Select a convenient date display format (DD.MM.YYYY or MM/DD/YY)|Check whether the Xiaomi model supports the built-in watermark function-->

Method 3: Applications for automatic date application

If the built-in tools MIUI are not suitable, install one of the specialized applications We tested several and selected the best:

  • 📱 Timestamp Camera Free — adds date and time in real time when shooting. Supports customization of font, color and stamp position. Link to Google Play.
  • 🖼️ Photo Stamp Camera —allows you to apply the date to both new and existing photos. There is a batch processing function. Link to Google Play.
  • 🎨 Add Text on Photo - universal editor for adding any inscriptions, including the date. storage. Link to Google Play.

Instructions for use Timestamp Camera Free:

  1. Install and open the application.
  2. Allow access to camera and storage.
  3. In the settings (⚙️) select:
    • Date format (for example, yyyy-MM-dd HH:mm).
    • Font color and size.
    • Stamp position (top/bottom angle).
  • Take a photo - the date will be applied automatically.

    • Important: Applications for applying the date may conflict with the standard Xiaomi camera. To avoid errors, close all background processes before taking pictures (use Settings → Applications → Clear memory).

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    If you often take photographs of documents, enable the "Date only without time" option in the application settings - this will make the stamp less intrusive.

    Method 4: Manually adding a date through the editor

    If you need to add a date to existing photos, use graphic editors. For example, Google Photos or Snapseed:

    Instructions for Google Photos:

    1. Open the photo in Google Photos and click Edit.
    2. Select tool Marker (pencil icon).
    3. Write the date manually or copy it from the metadata (see Method 2).
    4. Adjust the color, size and position of the text.
    5. Save the changes (a new photo with the date will be created).

    Instructions for Snapseed:

    1. Import the photo to Snapseed i select Text.
    2. Enter the date, then adjust the font and transparency.
    3. Apply changes and export the image.

    The advantage of this method is complete control over the appearance of the stamp. Disadvantage: you will have to process each photo manually.

    How to find the exact date of shooting for manual entry?

    Open the photo in the standard gallery MIUI, swipe up and copy the date from the "Details" section. Or use the application EXIF Viewer to view the full metadata.

    Method 5: Automation via Tasker (for advanced)

    If you like automation, you can customize the date on the photo using Tasker. This will require some technical skills, but will allow you to process images without manual intervention.

    Action algorithm:

    1. Install Tasker and plugin AutoInput.
    2. Create a task with a trigger New photo in the folder DCIM.
    3. Add an action Open image in editor (for example, Photo Stamp Camera).
    4. Set up automatic application of a date stamp.

      5. Example profile for Tasker:

      Profile: New photo

      Event: File created [ Type: JPEG Folder: DCIM/Camera ]
      

      Task: Add date
      

      1. Open file (variable %ef(1))
      

      2. Launch the "Photo Stamp Camera" application with the parameter %ef(1)
      

      3. Wait 5 seconds
      

      4. Click "Save" (via AutoInput)

      ⚠️ Attention: Automation via Tasker may conflict with battery optimization in MIUI. To avoid problems, add Tasker to the exceptions list (Settings → Battery → Battery optimization → All apps → Tasker → No restrictions).

      Frequent problems and their solutions

      When adding a date to a photo in Xiaomi users encounter common errors. Let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them:

      • 🔄 The date gets lost after transferring the photo to a PC:

        This is due to differences in processing EXIF between Windows/macOS and Android. Solution: use apps like ExifTool to correctly export metadata.

      • ❌ The watermark is not saved after editing:

        Check that you are saving the photo in JPEGformat and not PNG (some editors reset metadata during conversion).

      • 📱 The date stamping application crashes:

        Clear the application cache (Settings → Applications → [Application name] → Storage → Clear cache) and restart it.

    Problem Possible cause Solution
    The date is not displayed in the gallery The time settings on the smartphone are broken Check Settings → System → Date and time → Autodetection
    The date stamp is too large Incorrect font settings in the application Reduce the text size in the watermark settings
    The application does not see the photo There is no permission to access the storage Go to Settings → Applications → Permissions → Storage and enable access
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    If the date on the photo is critical (for example, for documents), always save the original file with unchanged watermark. you can add an image to a copy.

    Is it possible to add a date to photos not taken on Xiaomi?

    Yes, all the described methods (except for the built-in camera function) work with any photos, regardless of the device on which they were taken, the main thing is that the original date is preserved in the metadata. shooting.

    Why did the watermark option disappear after updating MIUI?

    Xiaomi periodically changes the location of functions in the firmware. After major updates (for example, from MIUI 13 to MIUI 14), the option may move to another section of the settings or temporarily disappear. Check for updates. for the application Camera v Google Play.

    How to remove the date from a photo if it interferes?

    If the date was applied as a watermark (visible text on the image), it can only be removed using editors like Adobe Photoshop or Snapseed (Eraser or Clone tool). If the date is in the metadata, it is not visible on the photo itself and does not require removal.

    Will the date be visible when printing the photo?

    If the date is applied as a watermark (visible text), it will be printed along with the image. If the date is only in the metadata, when printing in most services (for example, in photo laboratories), it will not be displayed, since only the image itself is printed without EXIF information.

    Is it possible to configure the automatic addition of the date to screenshots?

    Standard application Screenshots in MIUI does not support automatic date stamping. However, you can use Tasker (see Method 5) or applications like Screenshot Touchthat allow you to add watermarks to screenshots.