How to set up charging percentage display on Xiaomi Redmi 9

Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone owners often face the need to personalize their device interface. One of the most sought-after features is battery control. On the Redmi 9 model, which runs the MIUI shell, the implementation of this feature has its own features that are not always obvious to new users. Unlike some other brands, settings here can be hidden in specific menus that require careful attention.

Many users are wondering how to change the format of the display indicator or remove the numbers so that they do not clutter the status bar. This is especially true if you use widgets on the home screen that overlap the top of the display. Understanding the logic of the Android system in conjunction with the proprietary shell will allow you to flexibly manage the appearance of the smartphone without installing third-party software.

In this article, we will take a look at all the available ways to control charge display, where to look for the right switches, how to use the developer’s capabilities and what to do if standard methods do not work, and will also address issues of energy optimization, since visual settings are often associated with the background processes of the system.

Standard settings of the MIUI interface

The first and most logical step to change the appearance of the status bar is to refer to the basic settings of the system. In the MIUI shell, the charge display parameters are usually in the section devoted to notifications and status bar. However, in different versions of the firmware, the path may differ slightly, which often confuses users who are accustomed to the old menu structure.

To find the right switch, you need to go to the main settings menu and select Notifications and Status Bar. This is where the main tools for customizing the top panel of the screen are concentrated. If you're looking for a way to remove charging percentages on the Xiaomi Redmi 9, this section should be your first stop, and you can not only hide the numbers, but also change their position relative to the battery icon.

⚠️ Note: In some regions or versions MIUI The direct "Show percentages" switch may not be on this menu, and it doesn't mean it's broken, it just indicates the localization of the firmware for your region.

If the standard path didn't produce the desired result, check the Battery section. In older versions, the indicator format setting shell was sometimes hidden there. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen in the battery menu, which may contain the additional item "Show Charge in Percentages." The absence of this item suggests that your version of the system requires an alternative approach.

It's important to understand that MIUI is constantly updated, and the logic of the location of the elements can change. If you don't find the right option right away, try searching for the settings. Type the word "percentage" or "charge" into the search bar, and the system will tell you where the desired switch is, which saves time and eliminates the need to wander through complex menus.

Use of the developer mode

When standard methods fail, advanced settings known as the developer menu come to the rescue. This hidden section is designed for testing and debugging, but often contains useful features for advanced users. Enabling this mode is a safe operation unless you change settings you are not sure about.

To activate the hidden menu, you need to go to the About Phone section at the top of the settings. Find the MIUI version and quickly click on it 7-10 times in a row. After a series of clicks, the system will report that the developer mode is activated. Now a new option will appear in the settings menu "Additional" or "Extended settings", where you need to search for the desired options.

• 🔍 Find the Status Bar item in the Developer Menu.
• 🔋 Look for the option “Always show the remaining time” or similar.
• ⚙️ Check for the "Battery Display Format" switch».
• 📱 Make sure that the changes are applied after the interface is restarted.

In some Android builds, this is where the key to controlling the visibility of numerical charge values is located. If you want to hide the percentages so they don't horn your eyes, or, conversely, turn them on if they're gone, this section may be the only solution. Be careful not to change the other settings in this menu without understanding their function, as this can affect the stability of the Redmi 9.

Third-party customization applications

If you can't get your percentages removed or changed by the built-in tools, Google Play apps come to the rescue, and there are many tools that allow you to create your own battery widgets with any design, and they cover the standard indicator with their own layer, giving you complete freedom of creativity.

Popular launchers like Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher also have built-in tools to change the look of the status bar. By installing an alternative shell, you get access to more flexible interface settings than the standard MIUI offers. However, it's worth remembering that third-party launchers can consume more battery life.

Using third-party software is a trade-off between functionality and autonomy. Customization applications require certain permissions to access the system, which can theoretically reduce data security. Before installing, read the reviews carefully and check the rights that the program requests. For most users, standard system features are enough, but enthusiasts will appreciate the flexibility of third-party solutions.

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Before installing a third-party launcher, take a screenshot of the location of your icons, which will help you quickly restore the usual desktop structure if you do not like the new interface.

Display and calibration problems

Sometimes users want to remove interest not for aesthetic reasons, but because it is displayed incorrectly, sometimes the phone shows 15% charge and suddenly turns off, or the percentages “freeze” at one value for a long time, in such cases it is not about setting up the interface, but about the need to calibrate the Redmi 9 battery.

Battery calibration is a process that helps the system re-determine the actual battery capacity and correctly display the remaining energy. If your phone is behaving strangely, it's worth doing a full charge and discharge cycle. This will help the power controller to reset the erroneous data and start working correctly. Often after this procedure, the numbers stop jumping or disappear glitches interface.

The calibration process is like this: completely discharge the phone before turning it off, then charge it when it's off to 100%. After reaching full charge, hold it on the wire for another hour. Then turn the device on and use it as usual. It's not recommended to do this procedure too often, once every few months is enough to keep the Li-Ion element healthy.

⚠️ Attention: Deep discharge of lithium polymer batteries is harmful. Do not leave a discharged phone lying for weeks, this can lead to irreversible drop in capacity and inability to charge further.

The impact of design themes and Always on Display

Visual perception of battery power is directly influenced by established themes. There are thousands of designs in the MIUI theme store that can completely change the look of the status bar, including the battery icon and numbers. If you've recently changed the theme and the percentages are gone or changed the look, that's the reason.

Always On Display also has its own charge settings. In the Redmi 9, it can show percentages in large print, even if they are hidden in the status bar. You can check the settings in the Lock Screen section, where you can choose a display style where the numbers will only be visible when you touch the screen or even hidden.

• 🎨 Go to the “Themes” app on the desktop.
• 👤 Go to the user profile (human icon).
• 📂 Select “My Topics” and apply the standard “Classic” theme».
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone to reset the interface cache.

Going back to the classic theme is the quickest way to know if there was a customization problem. If you've got a default percentage after you've changed the theme, it means that the third-party theme was a buggy or just had a buggy design. Experimenting with themes is a great way to refresh the look of a smartphone, but remember that not all themes are optimized equally well.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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In most cases, the problem is solved by returning to the standard design theme or checking the settings in the Notifications and Status Line section.