How to change the type of battery charge Xiaomi: styles and settings

Modern Xiaomi smartphones offer users a wide range of personalization options, and the look and feel of the interface is no exception. One of the most sought-after features among enthusiasts is the customization of charge animation that appears on the lock screen when the device is connected to the power source. The standard zipper icon or percent can seem boring, especially when there are hundreds of unique styles, from neon glows to complex anime effects.

The process of changing this visual component depends on the version of the installed operating system, whether it is a classic MIUI or a new HyperOS. In recent updates, Xiaomi has significantly redesigned the structure of the system themes, which required new approaches to activating hidden functions. It is important to understand that this is only a visual design that does not affect the actual rate of energy storage or battery health.

In this article, we will take a look at all the charging style changes available, from official and secure ways through the theme store to advanced methods for power users, and learn why some topics don’t work, how to activate hidden settings through the engineering menu, and what alternatives exist if standard tools don’t work.

Official method through the "Themes" app

The easiest and safest way to change animations is to use the built-in Themes app. This is where Xiaomi developers place official graphics packages that are guaranteed to be compatible with your device. However, just downloading any theme is not enough: you need to look for specific design elements that support the Lock Screen Charge Style feature.

To start, open the Themes app and go to Profile (the human icon in the lower right corner) and select Settings to make sure that Personalized Themes are enabled. Without this step, many third-party design elements may not be displayed in previews or applied to the system. Once activated, we go back to search and type in queries like Charging Animation, Battery Style or Charging.

When choosing a theme, pay attention to the screenshots in the description: usually the authors show what the animation looks like at 0%, 50% and 100% charge. If the description says "Support Charging Animation" or "Support Charging Animation Supports Charging Animation", then this package will do. Once you install the the theme and apply it to the lock screen, the effect should be activated automatically the next time you connect the cable.

It’s worth noting that in some regions of global firmware versions, theme store functionality may be limited. If search results aren’t working, try changing the region in your phone settings to India or Russia, as in these areas content managers often add more localized and functional themes, which does not require rebooting and is applied instantly.

Features of work in HyperOS and MIUI 14

With the release of HyperOS and the upgrade to MIUI 14, theme algorithms have undergone major changes, the system has become more tightly controlled the integrity of system files, which led to the blocking of some third-party animations. Now, to activate advanced charging styles, you often need to have a Mi Account with a certain level of access or regional bindings.

Users of the new Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones may face a situation where the downloaded theme applies, but charging animation remains standard.This is due to the fact that in new versions of the shell, the Super Wallpaper and Live Screens feature partially replaced the old theme mechanisms.

It is also important to consider the difference between AOD (Always On Display) and active charging. Some themes only change the view of the battery when the screen is completely off, not on fire. In the lock screen settings -> Watch Format or Charging style, you can choose which display option is prioritized for your use case.

If standard settings don’t offer style choices, it’s possible your device model doesn’t support this feature at the display driver level.The flagship Xiaomi and Redmi K/Note Pro series models typically have a full set of features, while the Redmi A or C series budget devices may be limited to basic graphics.

Activation through the Engineering Menu (CIT)

For more experienced users who haven't found a suitable option in the store, there is access to hidden system settings through an engineering menu, which allows you to enable experimental battery status display functions that are hidden from the average user. Be careful: changing unknown parameters can lead to unstable interface operation.

To get into the testing menu, open the Phone app and dial ##6484##. If the code doesn't work, it may be blocked by your firmware version or carrier. The CIT (Customer Integration Test) menu that opens will look for a item associated with Version Information or Hardware Test, although direct access to the charging schedule is rare and depends on the CPU model.

⚠️ Note: Do not change the values in the engineering menu, the purpose of which you do not know. Resetting the sensor calibration or changing the parameters (voltage) can lead to an incorrect display of the percentage of charge or rapid discharge of the device.

The safer way to go through system settings is to activate developer mode. Go to Settings → About phone and quickly click 7 times on MIUI Version or OS Version. Then, in the advanced settings, look for the Developer section. Here, sometimes (depending on the Android version) you find the Show battery percentage or similar visualization options, although they are more often responsible for digital rather than graphical display.

Some users use special launcher applications or utilities to create shortcuts that trigger hidden system activities. For example, creating a shortcut for com.miui.powerkeeper activity may open up additional optimization settings, but direct access to the system can be used to create a shortcut for the user. CSS-Charging styles via this method on modern versions of Android are closed for security reasons.

Use of third-party applications and widgets

If the built-in features don't meet your aesthetic needs, apps from the Google Play Store come to the rescue. There are many programs that cover the standard lock screen with their interface, offering hundreds of animation options when you connect the charger, and the leaders in this segment are applications like Battery Charge Animation or Custom Battery Charging Animation.

The way these applications work is to create a layer on top of the system lock screen, so when you plug in the cable, the app detects the event and launches its own video file or GIF-This allows you to use any graphics you can find on the Internet, including film footage or your own drawings.

But it has its drawbacks: First, it's always on the back of memory, and it can consume a little extra battery, but it's minimal. Second, it requires a wide range of permissions, including access to the state of the phone and displaying it over other windows, which can be a question for privacy-conscious users.

• 🔋 Battery Charge Animation – allows you to upload your videos and GIF, It has a built-in library of effects.
• ⚡ Clean Master Battery – a combine with customization function, but often contains advertising.
• 🎨 Widgetsmith – more for widgets, but allows you to create unique indicators on the desktop.
• 🔒 Lock Screen & Notifications – Complete Lock Screen Replacement with Complex Animations.

When installing such programs, be sure to check the energy saving settings. Xiaomi system aggressively unloads background processes, so for stable operation of the charging animation, the application should be added to the “No Limits” list in the Battery and Performance menu. Otherwise, the effect may not start at the right time.

Advanced level: ADB and system file modification

For users with Root or unlocked bootloader rights, it is possible to directly replace system resources, which is the most complex method and requires a computer installed by ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and a file manager with access to the root of the system (for example, Root Explorer or MT Manager).

Charging animations in Android are stored in system frameworks, often as a sequence of images (png) or video files in /system/framework/framework-res.apk directory or in the theme overlays. Replacing these files allows you to embed any graphics. However, an error in the file name or format can lead to a device “boot loop”.

adb pull /system/framework/framework-res.apk


adb push framework-res-modified.apk /system/framework/

Before any manipulations, it is critical to make a full backup of the System partition. If you fail, you can only restore the phone through reflashing in Recovery or Fastboot mode. It is also worth considering that after updating the system, all the changed files will be overwritten with the original ones, and the procedure will have to be repeated.

⚠️ Note: Modification of system files through ADB or the Root right automatically voids the warranty on the device, any action you take is at your own risk, make sure that the battery level is at least 60% before starting work.

There are also special modules for Magisk that automatically replace system resources without physically changing files in the System partition. Modules like "Mi Charging Animation" can be found on the 4PDA or XDA Developers forums. They are safer because they are disabled by simply removing the module, but require an unlocked bootloader.

Comparison of customization methods

To make it easier for you to choose the right way, we have prepared a summary table comparing the main methods of changing the type of charging, each of which has its own advantages and limitations, which should be considered before you start setting up.

As you can see from the table, for most users, the best solution is to use an official store of themes or proven third-party applications. methods using root rights should be considered only if you are fully aware of the risks and have experience in servicing Android devices.

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If you decide to use a third-party application to animate charging, set it up from the network only (Wi-Fi) so that it does not waste mobile traffic on downloading heavy video effects.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The safest way to change the charging style through the official theme store is to ensure the stability of the system and the absence of viruses.