Why Xiaomi doesn’t have default percentage and how to fix it
You just bought a new Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro, and instead of the usual percentages, the status bar has just a battery icon with no numbers? This is not a bug, but a feature of the MIUI shell (and the new HyperOS). By default, the manufacturer hides the exact charge values so as not to "clutter up" the top panel. But for many users, this creates discomfort: how to understand how much charge is left - 15% or 50%? This is especially critical for owners of smartphones with a small battery (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite with a 4500 mAh battery).
Fortunately, you can get your interest back in literally 2-3 taps — and you don't need root rights or third-party apps. In this article, we'll look at 5 proven ways, including hidden settings for older versions of MIUI, ADB commands for advanced users, and even alternative launchers, and we'll also look at why interest drops after an update and how to fix it.
🔋 Important: The instructions below work on all modern Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO steerable MIUI 12–14 and HyperOS (including global and Chinese firmware).If you have a smartphone older than 2019 (like the Redmi Note 7), some menu items may be called differently - see the section for older versions.
Method 1: Standard MIUI/HyperOS settings (fastest)
In 90% of cases, the percentage of charge is turned on through the usual settings menu.
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to the Screen section (or additionally → Screen on some models).
- Slip on the status bar (in HyperOS can be called the notification panel).
- Find the option to Show battery power in percentage and activate the switch.
📌 Where to look for different versions:
- 🔹 MIUI 14/HyperOS: Settings → Screen. → Status line → Battery charge
- 🔹 MIUI 12/13: Settings → Notification panel → Battery indicator
- 🔹 POCO Launcher: Settings → Personalization → Status line
If you don't have a paragraph, don't panic! You may have outdated firmware or custom MIUI build, in which case, try method 2 or 3.
Check the version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 20% charged
Connect to Wi-Fi (for upgrade methods)
Backup of important data (in case of reset)
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Method 2: Through the MIUI Lab (for hidden functions)
In some firmware, the percentage display option is hidden in the hidden MIUI Lab menu, and experimental features that the manufacturer has not yet added to the basic settings are included there.
- Open Settings and go to About Phone.
- Tap 5-7 times on the MIUI version until the notification “You became a developer!” appears.
- Go back to the main settings menu and find the new section Additional → MIUI Lab (or Advanced Settings → Special Features).
- Turn on the option to Show battery power in percentage or the detailed battery indicator.
⚠️ Warning: Lab may have unstable features. If you have a glitch after activating percent (e.g., a battery icon is missing), go back to this menu and reset the lab settings with a button at the bottom of the screen.
Xiaomi 13/14 Series
Redmi Note 12/13
POCO F5/X5
Redmi 10/11 Series
Other (write in the comments)
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Method 3: ADB commands (for advanced users)
If the first two fail and the firmware doesn't update, you'll have to manually enable it through ADB. This is the official method, which doesn't require root rights, but you'll need a computer.
- Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
- Turn on USB debugging on your smartphone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times) → For developers → USB debugging.
- Connect the phone to your computer and type in the command line (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux):
adb shell settings put global battery_percent_show 1After you execute the command, restart the device. Percentages should appear in the status bar.
🔧 If it doesn’t work: Try an alternative command for older versions. MIUI:
adb shell settings put secure battery_percent 1What if the ADB can’t see the device?
Method 4: Alternative launchers (if nothing helps)
If all previous methods failed, and you can't update your firmware, install a third-party launcher with interest display support.
- 📱 Nova Launcher: In the widget settings there is an option "Show battery power." Supports customization of font and percent color.
- 🎨 Lawnchair: Lightweight open source launcher.Percentage included in Settings → Notification panel.
- ⚡ POCO Launcher: Even if you don't POCO, This launcher can be set separately. Interest is activated in Settings. → Personalization.
⚠️ Warning: Third-party launchers may conflict with branded features MIUI (For example, with navigation gestures or always an active display. Before installation, back up your home screen through Settings. → Annexes → Default launcher → Backup.
| Launcher | Interest support | Root is required. | Compatibility with MIUI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Launcher | ✅ Yes) | ❌ No. | ✅ Complete. |
| Lawnchair | ✅ Yes (built-in) | ❌ No. | ⚠️ Partial (Gluts with gestures) |
| POCO Launcher | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No. | ✅ Complete. |
| Apex Launcher | ✅ Yes) | ❌ No. | ✅ Complete. |
Method 5: For older versions of MIUI (up to 11th)
If you have a Xiaomi Mi A1/A2, Redmi 4X or other device on MIUI 9–11, the path to settings is different:
- Go to Settings → Battery and Performance.
- Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Settings.
- Activate the battery percentage option.
🔌 For Android One (Mi A-series): These smartphones run on pure Android, so:
- Go to Settings. → Battery.
- Slip the gear icon in the upper right corner.
- Turn on the battery percentage.
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If you lose interest after the MIUI update, try resetting the status bar settings: Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three points → Reset settings.
Why Charge Percentages Can Disappear and How to Fix It
Sometimes the percentage display is reset after updating the firmware or resetting settings. Here are 3 main reasons and solutions:
- 🔄 Update MIUI: After the major (e.g., with MIUI 13 by 14) the status bar settings are reset. Solution: Repeat the steps from Method 1.
- 📱 Factory reset: All customizations, including interest, are reset.Solution: Restore settings from backup or reset.
- 🐞 System Glitches: Rarely, but it happens that MIUI «forgets" settings after overheating or discharge to 0%.Solution: Reboot your phone or execute a command ADB from Method 3.
💡 Tip: If interest comes up, it goes away, check the energy saving mode. MIUI It turns off the "extra" interface elements. Go to Settings. → Battery → Power saving mode and turn it off.
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On devices with AMOLED-In the case of a screen (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra), the percentage display can automatically turn off in a dark theme to save energy. To return the numbers, switch to a light theme or manually turn on the option.