Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones often face the desire to personalize their device’s interface. One element that many want to change is the battery charge indicator. The standard display of percentages may seem redundant or simply not fit into the aesthetic of a clean desktop. However, in current versions of MIUI firmware and the new HyperOS, developers did not leave a direct Hide Percent button on the standard menu.
This is a solution driven by the company's desire to keep users informed about their energy consumption, but for experienced users, it often becomes an irritant. Fortunately, there are several workarounds to achieve the desired result. We will look at both the standard methods available to everyone and more advanced methods through an engineering menu or installing third-party launchers.
It's important to understand that completely disabling the charge indication is technically impossible without losing functionality, because the system has to somehow signal a critical energy level. However, we can make these numbers invisible in normal operation. Below are proven methods to help you remove the numbers from the lock screen and from the status bar.
Standard Battery Display Settings in MIUI and HyperOS
The first thing to do before looking for complex solutions is to thoroughly check the standard system settings. Depending on the shell version (MIUI 12, 13, 14 or HyperOS), the location of the elements may vary slightly. The basic logic of the Xiaomi interface involves finding the battery settings in the general settings section of the device.
To access the basic power options, go to Settings → Battery. Here you will find the energy consumption chart and the main saving mode switches. However, to change the look of the indicator, you need to click on the gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen or select the Battery Settings item in the three-dot menu. This is where the "Show Charge Percentage" switch hides.
It is worth noting an important nuance: disabling this slider on many modern Xiaomi models only removes the digital value from the status bar, but leaves it on the lock screen. Completely hide interest using the standard menu is rarely possible, since the system algorithms prioritize information content.
⚠️ Note: Some global firmware versions may have their interest concealment feature cut out entirely by developers. If you don't see the corresponding switch, it's not your device's fault, but a regional build limitation.
Using the design theme to hide the indicator
The most effective and safe way to remove charging percentages without getting Root rights is to use special themes. MIUI Themes store contains thousands of designs that modify system icons, including the battery icon. Some themes completely replace the standard indicator with a minimalist icon without numbers.
To use this method, open the Themes app on your smartphone. In the search bar, type in queries like “No Percent,” “Minimal Battery,” or “Clean Status Bar.” When choosing a theme, look for screenshots in the preview gallery, which should show what the status bar looks like. After applying the theme, percentages may disappear from both the status bar and the lock screen.
If a standard theme store doesn’t offer a suitable option, you can use third-party resources, but this requires caution. Installing themes from unknown sources can lead to unstable interface work. Always check the author’s rating of the topic and the number of downloads before installing.
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Before applying a new theme, be sure to back up important data or create a restore point so that in case of an interface failure, everything is quickly returned as it was.
Once the theme is installed, it is recommended to restart the device. If the percentages are gone but reappear after a while, it is possible that the system automatically updated the theme component, in which case, try to disable automatic updates of the themes in the theme settings.
Engineering menu and hidden settings (Cit menu)
For more advanced users, hidden settings can be accessed through an engineering menu, which allows you to change parameters that are not available in the normal interface, but be very careful: changing the wrong parameters can lead to incorrect display of information about the battery or other malfunctions in the operating system.
To enter the engineering menu, open the Phone app and enter the code ##6484## or #4636##. The code may vary depending on the processor model (Snapdragon or MediaTek) and the Android version. If the code is entered correctly, the test menu will open.
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To access the testing menu and battery informationFrom the menu that opens, select Battery Information, which may include checkboxes and settings, and look for options related to Show Percentage or Battery Bar, if you have one, disabling it will hide percentages, but on most modern Xiaomi devices, this functionality is locked at the firmware level.
What if the code doesn't work?
Remember, the engineering menu is for diagnostic purposes. Changing the settings in the partitions associated with the radio module or network can lead to signal loss.
Application of third-party launchers and widgets
If system constraints don't allow you to remove interest, third-party launchers come to the rescue. Replacing the standard MIUI Launcher shell with Nova Launcher, Lawnchair or Microsoft Launcher gives you full control of the status bar and widgets. Many launchers allow you to hide the icons of system notifications, including battery power.
Once you install the launcher, go to its settings and find the Status Bar or Status Bar section, where you can turn off the display of individual items. In addition, instead of a standard battery widget, you can install a custom widget from the Google Play site that displays charge as a ring, strip or no digital designation at all.
- 📱 Nova Launcher: Allows you to hide icons in the status bar through your appearance settings.
- 🔋 Battery Widget Reborn: A widget with flexible look setting where you can turn off percent text.
- 🎨 Minimalist Phone: Launcher, offering a realistic interface without unnecessary details.
- ⚙️ SystemUI Tuner: An application that allows you to edit the system interface (requires a connection to the PC via a PC). ADB).
Using a third-party launcher may affect some Xiaomi system gestures, such as control gestures that may work differently or require additional customization. Before installing, check out the reviews about the launcher’s compatibility with your version of Android.
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Comparison of charge concealment methods
The choice of method depends on your technical training and the desired result. Below is a table comparing the main ways to disable or hide the percentage of charging on Xiaomi devices.
| Method | Difficulty | Efficiency | Risks. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard settings | Low. | Partial (status bar only) | Absent. |
| Design topics | Low. | Tall. | Minimum |
| Engineering menu | Medium | Medium | Medium (setting error) |
| Third-party launcher | Medium | Tall. | Disturbance of gestures MIUI |
As you can see from the table, using themes is the most balanced solution for most users, it doesn't require deep knowledge and it keeps the system stable, and you should only use the engineering menu if you understand what each parameter is responsible for.
If neither method is 100% effective, your firmware version may have severe limitations, so the only option is to install custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) where the interface is completely free of intrusive MIUI elements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can you remove charging percentages without installing apps?
Is it safe to use the engineering menu codes?
Why is it that after installing the theme, the percentages are still visible?
Does hiding interest affect battery consumption?
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The most reliable way to remove interest on Xiaomi is to use specialized design themes, as they replace system graphic elements without disrupting the system code.
To sum up, the flexibility of the MIUI shell allows users to customize the interface in a variety of ways. While there may not be a direct "Disable Everywhere" button, the combination of themes, widgets and launcher settings allows for a clean visual style. Remember, knowing the exact charge level is important for work planning, so leave at least one quick check available.