The charging indicator color on Xiaomi smartphones is one of those little things that can be both annoying and pleasing to the eye. The standard orange or green hue when connecting a charger is not popular with everyone, especially if you use the theme with a different color scheme. Fortunately, the manufacturer and the enthusiast community offer several ways to change the color of the indicator, from official settings to hidden functions of the engineering menu.
In this article, we will discuss 5 proven methods, including changes through MIUI Settings, use of themes, activation of hidden options through ADB, as well as solutions for devices with an unlocked bootloader. Separately, we will focus on the nuances for different models – from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Xiaomi 14 and gaming Black Shark.
1.Official way: customization through “Themes” in MIUI
The easiest and safest method is to use built-in themes, Xiaomi allows you to change the color scheme of the system, which automatically affects the charging indicator, but this does not work on all devices: on some models, the color of the indicator remains standard regardless of the chosen theme.
To try this method:
- 📱 Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
- 🔍 In the search bar, type “charge color” or “battery indicator».
- 🎨 Select a theme marked “Changes the Charging Color” (e.g. Dark Blue or Neon Green).
- 📥 Click "Apply" and restart the device.
If the color hasn't changed after you applied the theme, then your model doesn't support the function, so move on to the next method.
Hidden MIUI settings: engineering menu
On some Xiaomi devices (especially the POCO F3/F4 and Redmi K40/K50), the color of the indicator can be changed through the engineering menu.
Instructions:
- Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
- In the menu that opens, select Battery Information.
- Scroll down to the Color Charging Indicator (if not, the method is not suitable for your model).
- Choose one of the available colors (usually red, blue, green, yellow) and save the changes.
Charge your phone at least 50%
Make a backup copy of the data
Remember the current battery settings
Use the original charger-->
Attention! If the indicator stops working or flashes incorrectly after the changes, reset the battery settings in the Settings menu → Battery → Reset statistics.
3.Use of ADB-commands without root)
For advanced users, there is a way to change the color of the indicator via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which works on most devices with MIUI 12-15, but requires a connection to a computer.
Step-by-step:
- Enable USB Debugging in the Developer Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version – Press 7 times, then go back to Additional Settings → For Developers.
- Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
- Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:
adb shell settings put global battery_light_color REDReplace the RED with one of the colors supported:
- 🔴 RED — red
- 🔵 BLUE — blue-colored
- 🟢 GREEN — green
- 🟡 YELLOW — yellow
- 🟣 PURPLE — purple (not working on all models)
Once you have entered the command, restart the device. If the color hasn't changed, try another option or check your model's support.
What if the ADB does not recognize the device?
4. Applications from Third Party Developers
If the official methods don’t work, you can use third-party utilities, such as the Battery LED Notifications app (available on Google Play) that allows you to adjust the color of the charging indicator and notifications, but many of these programs require root rights to work properly.
Alternative annexes:
- 🔋 LED Blinker Notifications – Supports color and frequency settings.
- 🎛️ Light Manager – advanced settings for devices with LED-indicator.
- 🔧 MacroDroid – allows you to create automatic rules for changing color depending on the level of charge.
Warning: Installation of applications from unknown sources can lead to data leakage or unstable system operation.
5. firmware change (for advanced users)
The most radical way is to install custom firmware, such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience, which often offer flexible settings for indicators, including charging color.
- 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (Bootloader Unlock).
- 📥 Custom recaveri installations (TWRP).
- 🛠️ Experience with firmware (risk of "bricking" device).
If you decide to do this, follow the instructions for your model on the XDA Developers or 4PDA forums. Remember that Xiaomi warranty will be cancelled once the bootloader is unlocked.
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Before installing custom firmware, check compatibility with your model on the official developer website. LED-indicator on certain devices.
Comparison of methods: which one to choose?
To make the choice easier, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:
| Method | Difficulty | Need root? | Supported models | Risks. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIUI themes | ⭐ (simple) | ❌ No. | Limited list | Safe. |
| Engineering menu | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | ❌ No. | POCO, Redmi K-series | Indicator failures |
| ADB-team | ⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) | ❌ No. | Most of the MIUI 12+ | Incorrect colors |
| Party of annex | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | ⚠️ Sometimes. | Depends on the app. | Data breach |
| Custom firmware | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) | ✅ Yes. | All (from unlock. bootloader) | Loss of guarantee |
For most users, the best solution is a combination of themes. MIUI and ADB-If you're willing to take a chance, custom firmware will give you the best possible customization.
Frequent problems and their solutions
When you change the color of the charging indicator, users often encounter typical errors, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:
⚠️ Attention: If after use ADB-The indicator stopped working at all, execute the command adb shell settings delete global battery_light_color and reboot the device.
Problem 1: The color has changed, but the light is not flashing smoothly. Solution: Check if the LED application you have installed conflicts with your system settings. Turn off third-party utilities and restart the phone.
Problem. 2: Xiaomi. 13/14 Solution: New flagships often lack hardware LED-Instead, it uses a backlight that you can configure through Settings. → Screen. → Illumination of notifications.
Problem 3: After the MIUI update, the color reset. Solution: System updates reset some user settings. Repeat the color change procedure through ADB or themes.
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On devices without physical LED-indicator (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T, 13 Lite) it is impossible to change the charging color - instead, the screen backlight is adjusted.