When the home screen layout on your Xiaomi 15 Ultra keeps resetting, icons may move, folders disappear, or widgets get rearranged without warning. This can be frustrating, especially after you carefully set up your home screen the way you like it. In most cases, the problem is caused by launcher settings, system optimizations, or memory management features that reset the layout automatically.
Why Your Xiaomi 15 Ultra Home Screen Layout Keeps Resetting
- The system launcher is being optimized or restricted in the background.
- Home screen backup and restore is disabled or misconfigured.
- A third-party launcher or theme is conflicting with system settings.
- Storage cleanup or memory optimization is clearing launcher data.
- A recent system update reset launcher preferences.
Disable Launcher Optimization
Xiaomi’s system optimization can close or reset apps it thinks are idle, including the launcher. Disabling optimization for the launcher helps preserve your home screen layout and prevents automatic resets.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Tap Manage apps, and then find and select System Launcher.
Tap Battery saver, and then set it to No restrictions.
Lock the System Launcher in Memory
Locking the launcher prevents the system from clearing it when freeing up memory. This helps keep icon positions and folders exactly as you set them.
Open the Recent apps screen, and then find System Launcher.
Tap the Lock icon, and then return to the Home screen.
Turn Off Automatic Cleanup Features
Storage and memory cleanup tools can erase cached launcher data. Turning these features off reduces the chance of layout resets.
Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
Tap Performance, and then disable automatic memory cleanup.
Go back to Settings, and then tap Storage to turn off auto cleanup options.
Check Home Screen Backup Settings
If backup is disabled, your phone may fail to restore your layout properly after a restart. Enabling backup ensures your layout is saved and reapplied.
Open Settings, and then tap Additional settings.
Tap Backup and restore, and then enable Home screen layout backup.
Remove Conflicting Launchers or Themes
Third-party launchers and themes can override system behavior. Removing them helps confirm whether the issue comes from customization apps.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Tap Manage apps, and then uninstall unused launchers or theme apps.
Restart the Phone After Changes
Restarting applies all launcher and system changes properly. This helps confirm whether the layout remains stable after reboot.
Swipe down to open Quick Settings, and then tap the Power icon.
Tap Restart, and then wait for the phone to boot fully.
Once the launcher is protected from optimization and cleanup tools, the home screen layout on your Xiaomi 15 Ultra should stay exactly how you arranged it. These fixes usually stop the issue permanently.
FAQs
Why does my home screen reset after restarting the phone?
This often happens when the launcher is optimized or cleared from memory. Disabling restrictions and locking the launcher usually fixes it.
Can third-party launchers cause layout resets?
Yes. Some launchers conflict with system updates or memory management, which can force the home screen to reset.
Will resetting the launcher delete my apps?
No. Resetting or protecting the launcher only affects icon placement and widgets, not the apps themselves.
