Modern Xiaomi smartphones, which run on the shells of MIUI or the new HyperOS, offer users a wide range of personalization. One of the most popular elements of the interface is the battery charge indicator. Standard display may be invisible or simply do not correspond to the personal preferences of the owner of the device. Changing the appearance of the battery allows not only to improve the aesthetics of the desktop, but also to make energy control more convenient.
In this article, we will go into detail about all the ways that this interface element can be transformed. You will learn how to activate the percentage display inside the icon, change its shape or add functional widgets to the home screen. Deep customization is what Xiaomi products love, and managing the status bar elements is no exception.
Before we start to make changes, it's worth noting that the settings may vary slightly depending on the version of the operating system, but the general principle remains the same for most current models. Let's take a step-by-step look at how to achieve the desired result.
Standard Charge Display Settings in Status Bar
The easiest and most reliable way to change the look of the indicator is to take advantage of the built-in system. Xiaomi provides basic functionality that allows you to switch between displaying only an icon, an icon with percentages or a numerical value without a graphical designation.
Open the Settings app and find the Notifications and Status bar section. In some firmware versions, this item may be simply called the Lock Screen or be inside the Advanced Settings tab. This is where the key switch for visualizing the charge level is hidden. Activating the Battery Charge option will instantly change the icon's appearance in the upper right corner of the screen.
Users often wonder why there is no style choice on their device (number inside or outside).This is because MIUI and HyperOS have different interface rendering algorithms for models with a notch and a hole in the screen. On devices with a small hole for the camera, the system often forcibly chooses to display percentages next to the icon, since the space inside the battery symbol itself may be too small for the font to read.
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The location of the switch depends on the Android version and shell: look for the Notifications or Lock Screen section.
If standard settings don't offer the right option, it doesn't mean that the option is changed forever. There are alternative methods, including using the code of the engineering menu or third-party applications, which we will discuss later, but first you need to make sure that you exhaust the capabilities of the standard menu.
⚠️ Note: Some global versions of Xiaomi firmware may not have the option of choosing the indicator style (number only or icon only.
Use of code for engineering menu
For more advanced users who haven't found the right switch in the regular menu, there's a hidden setting through the engineering menu, which allows you to activate the percentage display inside the battery icon even on models where the option is hidden by the developers.
Open a standard dialer and type in the following sequence: ##6484##. This command will open the CIT (Customer Integration Test) interface where the diagnostic tools are assembled. However, changing the battery style often uses a different code or a version menu search. Type ##64663## or try to find Version Information in the test list.
Inside the engineering menu, you need to be very careful. The system settings that you change here can affect the radios and other components. Find a paragraph associated with the Battery Indicator or UI Style. If there is one, switch it to "Percentage inside icon" or the like. After you change the setting, you recommend restarting the device.
What if the code doesn't work?
It is worth noting that on modern versions of HyperOS, access to these hidden parameters through codes is often blocked for security and stability of the system. If the code input does not lead to anything or the menu looks different, do not try to change other unknown parameters.
Customization through application-themes
One of the most effective and safest ways to dramatically change the look of a battery is to install a third-party theme. Themes store on Xiaomi contains millions of designs, many of which modify system icons, including the charge indicator, which allows you to get a unique design that is not available in stock settings.
To start, open the Themes app and search. Type in queries like "Minimal battery," "Neon battery" or "Percentage icon." When choosing a theme, pay attention to the screenshots in the description: the theme writer usually shows what the status bar and lock screen will look like. After downloading the theme, click Apply.
It's important to understand that the theme changes not only the battery, but also other interface elements. If you like only the style of the battery, but don't like the application icons, you can apply the theme, and then through Wallpaper settings and personalization return the standard set of icons. However, the battery system icon will remain modified according to the selected design.
Some themes may require superuser (Root) rights for full integration, but most modern designs work on standard access rights. If after applying the theme, the battery icon became unreadable or disappeared, just return the standard Classic or Default theme in the Themes app.
Adding battery widgets to the desktop
If changing the little icon in the status bar doesn't satisfy you, adding a battery widget to the home screen is a great solution, and widgets can display the charge level in large numbers, graphs or stylized images, which is especially useful for users who often forget to put their phone on charge.
To add a widget, make a long tap on the empty desktop or swipe right to the widget screen. Press the + button or Add widgets. In the list that opens, find the Battery or Battery section. The system will offer several options, from simple digital indicators to complex discharge graphs.
Choose your favorite style and drag it to your desktop. Many Xiaomi widgets have additional functionality: clicking on them opens the Optimization menu, where you can see detailed statistics on the energy consumption of each application, and there are widgets that show the battery temperature and time to fully charge.
☑️ Choosing the perfect widget
In addition to standard widgets, the theme store offers special widget packages that contain unique designs not available in the basic configuration, allowing you to create a truly personalized interface where the battery will look like a piece of a futuristic device.
Comparison of methods of changing the interface
To make it easier for you to decide on customization, we have prepared a comparative table that will help you weigh the pros and cons of each method, given the complexity of the implementation and the result.
| Method | Difficulty | Impact on the system | Variability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard settings | Low. | Absent. | Minimum (2-3 styles) |
| Engineering menu | Medium | Medium (risk of failure) | Hidden options |
| Third-party topics | Low. | Safe. | Huge (thousands of styles) |
| Desktop widgets | Low. | Resource expenditure | Tall. |
As you can see from the table, for most users, the best solution is a combination of standard settings and widgets. The engineering menu should be used only in extreme cases when other methods do not work, and the installation of themes is ideal for fans of frequent changes in appearance.
⚠️ Warning: Installing themes from unverified sources (not from the official Xiaomi store) may lead to banner ads in the system or unstable interface operation.
Display problems and their solution
Sometimes, after updating the system or installing a new theme, users encounter bugs: interest may stop showing, the icon may turn white on a white background or disappear altogether, in such situations, the first thing to check is whether the power saving mode is turned on, which sometimes simplifies the interface to save resources.
If the problem is not in saving mode, try clearing the app cache Themes and System UI. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find the desired process and select Clean > Clear cache. After that, perform a full smartphone reboot.
In rare cases, especially on custom firmware, you may need to reset your design settings. Resetting the theme settings to factory values often returns the system icons to display correctly. If you use a third-party launcher, make sure it is allowed to display elements on top of other windows.
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If after changing the theme, the percentages in the status bar disappeared, try temporarily turning on and off the Full-screen viewing mode in the screen settings - this often restarts the status bar rendering.
Remember that constantly changing heavy animated themes can slightly increase battery consumption. If you are critical to autonomy, choose static, minimalist styles that do not require constant GPU calculations to render the interface.