Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones often face the desire to personalize the device’s interface, making it more convenient or aesthetic.One of the first things that falls into the eye when unlocking the screen is the status bar at the top of the display, where the current battery charge is displayed. The standard icon can be invisible on the colorful wallpaper or simply not to match the user’s personal preferences. Fortunately, the MIUI shell and the new HyperOS provide flexible tools to manage this element.
Changing the look of the indicator doesn't require superuser rights or complex system reflashing. All the functions are built into a standard settings menu that everyone can access. You can switch to displaying the exact percentages inside the icon, take them out, or completely hide the digital value, leaving only the graphical notation. Understanding how to manage these parameters allows you to optimize the use of screen space.
In this guide, we will go into detail all the available customization methods, from basic switches to hidden developer menu functions. We will also touch on the topic of third-party applications for those who want to install unique charging animations that are not available in stock firmware. It is important to approach the modification of system elements carefully so as not to disturb the stability of the interface.
Standard Charge Display Settings in MIUI and HyperOS
Start with the basic features offered by the operating system itself. In most cases, users simply change the format of the display of digital values to achieve the desired result. To do this, you need to go to the device settings menu and find the section responsible for the lock screen or status bar. The path may vary slightly depending on the version of the shell.
Usually, the algorithm of actions is as follows: open Settings, then go to the Notifications and Status bar (in some versions of the Lock Screen). Here you will find the Battery Percentage Switch. When you click on it, you will see options: "Inside the icon," "right of the icon" or "Hide." Choosing the "Inside the icon" option is often the most aesthetic solution for modern screens.
It's worth noting that in some models with a cutout in the screen (hole camera), the system can force the percentages inside the icon to avoid breaking symmetry or readability. In such cases, only the option of displaying the numbers next to the icon is left. If the standard settings do not give the desired visual effect, you can try to change the whole theme of the design.
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If the percentage switch is inactive, check to see if the power saving mode is on, which sometimes blocks interface changes to save resources.
Using design themes to change the style of the icon
A more radical but safe way to change the look of the indicator is to install a third-party theme. Themes store is pre-installed on all of the company's smartphones and contains thousands of design options. Many theme writers create unique status bar designs that completely replace the standard battery, Wi-Fi and signal icons.
To find the right theme, open the Themes app and search for keywords such as "minimalist battery", "ios style" or "neon status bar". Before installing, be sure to review the screenshots in the theme gallery, paying attention to the top of the screen. Once you apply the theme, the battery icon will change on all screens, including the settings menu and desktop.
- 🎨 Personalization: the ability to choose any color and shape of the icon, from minimalism to complex graphics.
- 🔄 Security: installing themes does not require root rights and does not affect the device warranty.
- ⚙️ Flexibility: In some themes, you can customize the style of the battery icon in the customization menu.
But there are some nuances to this method, and some themes can change not only the battery, but also the fonts, the application icons, which may be superfluous, so the Themes app has a feature called Components, so you can go to the user profile and select the theme you've set, click Components, and apply only Status Bar or System Icons, leaving the rest of the items as standard.
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Customize animation and charging style when connected
Special attention should be paid to the visualization of the charging process. When you plug in the power cable, large animations with the current percentage of charge often appear on the lock screen. New versions of MIUI and HyperOS have so-called "superbugs" and special charging effects that make this process more spectacular.
To adjust these settings, go to Settings → The screen is always on and the lock screen (or just the lock screen). Here you can find the charge effect. The system will offer several options: standard, animated or muted. The choice of animated option will add speakers every time you connect the cable.
⚠️ Attention: Using complex animated charging effects and live wallpaper can slightly increase energy consumption if the screen is frequently activated in the background.
It is also possible to install third-party apps from Google Play that create their own charging widgets on top of the lock screen, which can show voltage, current, battery temperature and even voice notifications, but such applications require permission to display on top of other windows and can conflict with standard system protection.
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Comparison of display options of the indicator
To make it easier to decide on the configuration, consider the main differences between the available modes in the table. Each option has its advantages depending on what is more important to you: maximum information content or cleanliness of the interface.
| Parameter | Inside the badge | Right of the badge. | Hiddenly. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupied seat | Minimum | Average. | Absent. |
| Readability | High (large numbers) | Medium (small print) | Low (graphics only) |
| Aesthetics | Modern | Classical | Minimalistic. |
| Availability | All models. | All models. | All models. |
As you can see from the comparison, the Inside Icon option is a middle ground for most users.It saves precious space at the top of the status bar, leaving more space for notification icons.However, in very bright or contrasting images, white digits can blend into the background, so sometimes it makes sense to use dark wallpaper or change theme.
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The best choice for daily use is to place interest inside the icon, as this provides the best balance between informativeness and saving screen space.
Advanced settings through the developer menu
For advanced users who lack standard options, there is a developer menu that allows you to access hidden debugging and monitoring functions, and while you can't directly change the battery skin, you can turn on the display of additional technical information that will be superimposed on the interface.
To activate the developer menu, go to Settings → About Phone and quickly click on the MIUI Version (or OS Version) field 7 times. After the message "You became a developer" appears, a new section Additional → For developers will appear in the settings menu. Inside this section you can find items related to the display of charge.
Find the option to show the charge level as a percentage (if available in your version) or Always turn on location indicators, which indirectly affects the status bar. Also, there is a Demo mode feature that captures the battery charge at 100% and hides real notifications. This is useful for creating screenshots, but in everyday life can be confusing.
- 🛠 Diagnostics: the ability to see the real voltage and charging status in detail.
- 📉 Monitoring: Tracking processes that consume energy in real time.
- 🚫 Risks: Careless changes in developer settings can lead to unstable system operation.
⚠️ Note: Do not change the settings in the developer menu unless you are sure of their purpose. You can reset all the developer settings by clicking on the button at the top of the screen of the same menu.