Setting up the battery indicator on Xiaomi Redmi: all the ways and hidden functions

The battery charge indicator on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is one of the most important interface elements that helps to control energy levels and avoid sudden shutdowns. However, standard MIUI settings do not always suit users: some lack the display of percentages, others do not like the color or shape of the icon, and others want to hide the indicator for a minimalist look. In this article, we will analyze all possible customization options, from basic settings in the phone menu to hidden functions through the engineering menu and third-party applications.

It is important to understand that the customization options depend on the MIUI version and the Redmi model. For example, on new devices with MIUI 14+, some options are moved to the Additional settings section, and on older versions you may need to activate via ADB. We will look at universal methods that work on most models - from Redmi Note 10 to Redmi 13C, and also point out features for specific lines.

If you want to not only change the look of the indicator, but also optimize battery consumption – at the end of the article you will find tips on calibrating the battery and setting background processes that directly affect the accuracy of the display charge.

1. Standard settings of the battery indicator in MIUI

To start with, the basics are built-in options that are available without installing additional software, and most versions of MIUI (starting with 12) have the following path to settings:

1. Settings → Screen → Status bar
2. On some models: Settings → Display → Additional settings → Status bar

In this section you will see a few key parameters:

• 🔋 Charge percentages – includes a digital display next to the icon (e.g., “87%").
• 🎨 Indicator style – the choice between a classic icon, circular scale or text form (not available on all devices).
• 🔄 The color of the indicator is automatic (changes depending on the level of charge) or fixed (for example, green / red).

Redmi Note 11/12 and later may also have the option to Show Time Estimate – it adds a forecast of the remaining screen time (for example, “5 h 30 min left”). However, this feature is unstable and depends on the history of the device use.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (especially global versions for Europe) may have hidden the percentage option. ADB or third-party launchers - read about it in the following sections.

2. How to turn on charge percentages if the option is not in the menu

If your Xiaomi Redmi settings don't include a percentage next to the battery icon, it doesn't mean that the feature isn't available, it's probably just hidden by the manufacturer for specific regions. There are two reliable ways to activate it:

Method 1: Through ADB (without root)

This method works on all devices with MIUI 12-14 and does not require superuser rights. You will need a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and the ADB tool (you can download it as part of the Android SDK Platform-Tools).

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to become a developer), then go back to Settings → Additional → Developers → Debugging on USB.
2. Connect Redmi to your PC and execute the command in the terminal:

adb shell settings put global battery_percent_show 1

Once the phone is restarted, the percentages will appear in the status bar. To disable them, use the same command by replacing 1 with 0.

Method 2: Engineering menu (for advanced)

This method is suitable for models based on Qualcomm Snapdragon (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi K40). Open the Phone application and type:

##4636##

In the menu that appears, select Battery Information and find the option to Show Interests. Note that this method may not work on all firmware and sometimes causes failures - use it at your own risk.

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If, after application, ADB-No interest teams, see if the theme is blocking them. Try to switch to the standard theme temporarily. MIUI.

3. Change the style and color of the indicator without root

In standard MIUI settings, the indicator style is limited to 2-3 options, but there are ways to expand the options without obtaining root rights.

Method 1: Use of design themes

Xiaomi Theme Store (Themes) → Online) offers hundreds of free and paid themes, many of which change the design of the battery indicator. For example, topics with the prefix "iOS" or "Pixel" often include:

• 🎨 Round indicator (like on the iPhone).
• 📊 Graphic display broken down by 5% or 10%.
• 🌈 Dynamic color change depending on the level of charge (green) → yellow → red).

To find a suitable topic, type in the search keywords: “battery percent”, “circle battery” or “color battery”. Note that after installing the theme, you may need to restart the device.

Method 2: Launcher applications

Third-party launchers, such as Nova Launcher or Hyperion Launcher, allow you to customize the status bar, including the battery indicator.

1. Install a launcher from Google Play.
2. Press your finger on the main screen → Settings → Status bar.
3. Select the display style of the battery (text, icon + percentage, hidden).

The disadvantage of this method is that launchers consume additional RAM, which can affect the autonomy of Redmi with a small amount of RAM (for example, Redmi 9A with 2 GB).

Backup themes (Settings → Themes → Backup)|

Check the compatibility of the theme with the version MIUI|

Disable battery optimization for launcher (Settings → Applications → Permissions → Battery Optimization)|

Reboot the phone after the changes are applied-->

4. Hidden settings through the engineering menu (for experienced)

If standard methods don’t suit you, you can try changing the indicator parameters through hidden MIUI menus, which is suitable for users who are ready for experiments, as improper actions can lead to interface failures.

To start, open the engineering menu with one of the following codes (not all models work):

#4636## - Battery information and statistics
#225## - Battery calibration test
#36446337## - Testing menu (for some models)

In the Battery Information menu, pay attention to the following parameters:

On Redmi models with MediaTek processor (e.g. Redmi 10C, Redmi 12C), changing the settings through the engineering menu can result in a network reset or reboot. Before experimenting, back up via Mi Cloud.

⚠️ Attention: Change of parameters battery_scale or battery_voltage If the phone starts showing the wrong percentage of charge after editing, complete the full discharge/charging cycle. 0% before 100% breaklessly).

5.Applications for advanced customization (with and without root)

If you have built-in MIUI tools, you can use third-party apps, and we have selected the most reliable and proven solutions that work on Xiaomi Redmi:

No root rights:

• 📱 Battery Percent Enabler — includes displaying percent on devices where the option is hidden. ADB, but with a user-friendly interface.
• 🎨 Energy Bar – adds a color charge band on top of the status bar (color, thickness, position are adjusted).
• 🔋 Battery Widget Reborn – widget with detailed statistics (temperature, voltage, operating time).

With root rights:

• 🛠️ Xposed Framework + GravityBox module allows you to change the style, color and position of the indicator at the system level.
• 🔧 Battery Style – an app with 50+ Indicator styles (including animations).
• 📊 BetterBatteryStats – for deep battery consumption and calibration.

Before installing root-access apps, make sure your Redmi has unlocked the bootloader and installed Magisk.Instructions for unlocking can be found in the official Xiaomi section.

Calibration of the battery and its effect on the accuracy of the indicator

If the charge indicator on your Xiaomi Redmi shows the wrong values (for example, jumps from 50% to 20% or the phone turns off at 30%), the problem may be in the calibrated battery, which is especially true for devices older than 1-2 years or after a battery change.

Calibration helps reset the charge control data and forces the system to relearn the actual capacity.

1. Completely discharge the phone before automatically shutting it off (do not turn it on until you plug in the charging).
2. Connect the original charger and charge for at least 8 hours without interruptions (even if the indicator shows 100%).
3. Turn off charging, turn off the phone for 5 minutes, then turn on and check the charge level.
4. Repeat the discharge/charging cycle 1-2 times for accuracy.

On Redmi with the function of Fast Charging (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ with 120W) for calibration it is better to use a conventional charger at 5W-10W, as high currents can interfere with the exact determination of capacity.

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Calibration does not restore the battery's physical capacity, but only corrects the charge control data, and if the battery is worn out (more than 500 cycles), it is better to replace it.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

When setting up the battery indicator on Xiaomi Redmi, users encounter typical errors, and we have collected the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting your phone to factory settings (Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset).Be sure to save important data before doing so, as the reset will delete all user files and apps.

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