Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphone owners often face the need for more accurate monitoring of battery energy levels. The standard battery icon, while showing an approximate level, does not provide an accurate understanding of the exact residue, which can be a problem at a critical moment. Turning on a digital indicator allows you to see the real state of the power system and plan to recharge in advance.
In modern MIUI shells and the new HyperOS, this feature is built-in by default, but its activation is not always obvious to beginners. The percentage of charge is displayed either next to the icon or inside it, depending on the software version. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to activate the indicator, from standard settings to hidden menus.
It's worth noting that the layout of interface elements may vary slightly across different device models, but the overall algorithm of actions remains the same for most current smartphones from the Chinese manufacturer.
Standard method of activating the indicator in settings
The easiest and safest way to access digital energy display is to use the operating system’s regular settings menu, which is suitable for 95% of users and does not require third-party software installation, so you need to unlock the device and find a Settings icon on your desktop that usually looks like a gear.
Once you log in, you scroll down to the system and device section, and depending on the shell version, it can be called a different item, and you need to find the option that shows the information on the lock screen or status bar.
- 🔋 Go to the Battery section for quick access to the basic power options.
- 📱 Find the battery percentage item in the list of available display options.
- 👁️ Activate the Switch Show percentages by selecting the desired style (inside or outside).
Once this function is enabled, the digital value will appear in the top right corner of the screen. If you didn't find this switch right away, it may be hidden in the Status Bar submenu. In some versions of MIUI, you need to follow the Settings path → Notifications and Status Bar → Battery Percentage. Here, the system will suggest you to choose one of three options: hide, show inside the icon or show next to the icon.
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If you choose to display inside the icon, make sure the battery icon itself is large enough to make the numbers read comfortably for your vision.
Display settings in MIUI and HyperOS
MIUI and HyperOS have their own menu-based interfaces. In recent firmware versions, Xiaomi is looking to unify the user experience, but differences in localization and item structure persist, and it’s important to understand where to look for the right switches so you don’t get confused by the abundance of settings.
In HyperOS, the logic of grouping has changed: many visualization options have been moved to the Lock Screen section. If you don't find the right item in the main battery settings, try looking for it there, because the percentage of charge is often displayed on the locked screen for quick access.
⚠️ Note: When you update your firmware, your personalized display settings may reset to factory values. Always check for indicator activation after a major system update.
For owners of devices with global firmware (Global ROM), the path is most often standard: Settings → Battery → Battery Percentage of Battery. In Chinese versions (CN ROM) with Russian installed, the path can be deeper: Settings → Additional → Battery and performance. The difference in terms is due to the peculiarities of translating and adapting the interface to different markets.
Alternative methods through applications and widgets
If standard system tools fail to achieve the desired result, or you need more detailed statistics, you can use third-party solutions. Google Play app store offers many utilities that not only show percentage, but also analyze battery wear.
One popular solution is widgets, and a widget is a mini-app that sits right on the desktop and displays real-time information, which is especially convenient for those who prefer to see large numbers without having to go to the menu.
- 📲 Download a battery monitoring app like Battery Widget Reborn or AccuBattery.
- 🖌️ Add the widget to the desktop, (long press) on the empty screen space.
- ⚙️ Set up the style of displaying numbers by selecting font, color and size according to your preferences.
Using third-party widgets allows you to bypass some of the system’s limitations, such as changing the color of numbers or adding animations. However, it is worth remembering that constantly running widgets can consume additional charge, although in modern versions of Android this effect is minimized.
The impact of widgets on autonomy
Advanced settings through the engineering menu
For advanced users who aren't afraid to experiment, there's an engineering menu, which is a hidden part of the system that developers are testing, and you can find deeper battery display settings that aren't available on the regular menu.
To enter the engineering menu, a special code is usually used in the Phone app. Enter the combination ##64663## or ##4636##. Once you enter the last digit, the menu should open automatically. If the code does not work, your firmware version may block access to this section.
Inside the menu, you need to find a section related to Hardware Testing or Battery Info, where you can see the actual capacity, voltage and temperature of the battery. Some versions of the engineering menu allow you to calibrate the charge indicator if it is displayed incorrectly.
Calibration sequence (if available):
1. Completely discharge the phone before turning off.
2 Charge to 100% when off.
3. Enter the engineering menu and select "Battery Stats Reset".⚠️ Warning: Changing the settings in the engineering menu without understanding their purpose can lead to unstable operation of the system.
Solving problems with incorrect display
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the percentage of charge is displayed incorrectly: the phone shows 15%, and after a minute it turns off, or the charging is stuck by 99%, which can be a sign of the desynchronization of the software controller and the real capacity of the battery.
The first step in solving this problem is to simply calibrate, to completely discharge the device before it turns off spontaneously, then, without turning the phone on, put it on charge and wait until the indicator shows 100%, and then you can turn the device on.
If the problem persists, it may be a software failure, in which case it helps to clear the cache of the system or reset the settings to factory (pre-backup), and it is worth checking whether there is an application that conflicts with the system process of power management.
The table below shows common symptoms and possible solutions:
| Symptoms. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage jumps (rises/falls rapidly) | Battery wear or controller failure | Calibration of the battery or replacement of the battery |
| No numbers in the status bar. | Disabled in the settings or theme bug | Check the settings or change the theme of the design |
| Charging is still in place. | Failure of the cable or port | Replace the cable, clean the charging port |
| The phone is turned off at 20-30% | Critical cell wear | Urgent replacement of the battery in the service |
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Sharp jumps in percentages and shutdown with a balance of 20-30% is a sure sign of physical wear of the battery, software methods here will not help.
Optimizing battery life to extend life
Once you have set up a convenient charge display, it is worth thinking about how to keep the battery healthy for the long term. Modern lithium polymer batteries are sensitive to overheating and deep discharges. Proper operation will avoid rapid degradation of the capacity.
Try not to keep your phone permanently connected to the network after reaching 100%. Although Xiaomi’s charge controllers are good at cutting current, prolonged exposure to high voltage speeds up the chemical aging process inside the cell, with the optimal range for storage and use being between 20% and 80%.
- 🌡️ Avoid overheating: Do not play heavy games while charging.
- 🔌 Use original cables and power supplies for stable current.
- 🌙 Enable Night Charging in the battery settings if available.
It’s also helpful to turn off unnecessary features like GPS, Bluetooth, and constantly searching for 5G networks if you don’t need them right now, not only saving charge, but also reducing the heat output of the device. Check the consumption statistics in the Battery section regularly to identify parasitic applications.