How to increase the battery icon on Xiaomi: all working methods for MIUI

Xiaomi’s small battery icon is a common cause of user irritation, especially on large-screen devices (Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13 Ultra), where a tiny charge indicator is lost among other icons in the status bar. Unfortunately, standard MIUI settings don’t have a direct setting for scaling this element, but there are several workarounds – from simple design themes to deep system tweaks.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to increase the battery icon, including root-free methods using ADB, as well as through third-party launchers. Importantly, not all solutions are universal - some only work on certain versions of MIUI 12-14 or require an unlocked bootloader. To avoid wasting time, first check your firmware version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version.

1. Method: Use of MIUI themes (without root)

The safest and easiest method is to install a theme with a larger battery icon. There are dozens of options in the official Xiaomi theme store where the charge indicator is visually larger than the standard one, which does not require technical skills and is suitable for all devices on MIUI 11 and later.

How it works: The themes in MIUI can redefine system icons, including icons in the status bar. Some designs are specifically tailored to improve readability, such as minimalist themes or "Bold Icons."

• 🎨 Open the Themes app (brush icon on desktop).
• 🔍 Type in the search box: big battery, large status bar or bold icons.
• 📥 Select a theme rated above 4.5 and click Apply. MIUI Poland or Xiaomi EU.
• 🔄 If the icon hasn’t changed, restart your phone – sometimes you need to update your system cache.

Method limitations: Not all themes scale the battery icon correctly—some only change the design (e.g., a circular indicator) but not the size—and the theme may reset to standard after the MIUI update.

2. Method: Configure through Developer (ADB)

For users who are ready for deeper settings, there is a way to resize the icon via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which works on most Xiaomi devices with either unlocked bootloader or USB debugging enabled. Importantly, the wrong ADB commands can cause interface failures, so follow the instructions carefully.

The essence of the method: MIUI There are hidden parameters of the system UI, which can be changed through ADB. We'll edit the meaning. status_bar_battery_size, battery-scale.

Enable USB debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times)

Connect your phone to your PC and confirm your debugging permission

Download ADB Tools for Windows/macOS/Linux

Open the command line in the folder with ADB-->

Now, execute the following commands in order:

adb shell


settings put global status_bar_battery_size 2.0 # 2.0 increases the icon by 2 times

Permissible values for status_bar_battery_size:

Once you have used the command, restart your phone. If the icon hasn't changed, check if your MIUI version supports this option (it's disabled on some Xiaomi EU firmware).

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14 and later, the command may not work due to security limitations, in which case, try an alternative method through Activity Launcher (described below).

Method 3: Use Activity Launcher (without root)

If ADB doesn’t work, you can try activating hidden MIUI settings through Activity Launcher, a method that is suitable for devices where the manufacturer hasn’t blocked access to the system activator.

Activity Launcher lets you run hidden Android menus, including status bar settings. Here's how to do it:

1. Install Activity Launcher from Google Play.
2. Open the app and search for the All Activities section.
3. In the list, look for com.android.systemui →.statusbar.StatusBarSettings.
4. Run this activation - a hidden menu of status bar settings will open.
5. Find the Battery Icon Size option (may be called another way, such as Status Bar Icon Scaling) and zoom in.

Warning: Not all versions of MIUI support this menu; some devices (POCO F5, Redmi K60) may not have it or may not have it, and other options in this menu should not be changed, as this may cause interface failures.

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If after the changes the status bar began to glitches (icons are superimposed, text disappears), reset the settings through the same Activity Launcher or execute the command adb shell cmd overlay reset.

Method 4: Third-party launchers with customization

If system methods don't work, you can trick the system into using status bar customization launchers, and apps like Nova Launcher or Hyperion Launcher let you swap out your standard icons, including your battery indicator.

How it works:

• 📱 Install Nova Launcher (free version is fine).
• 🎨 In the launcher settings, select Icons → Folder icons and download the icon pack with a large battery (for example, Battery Icon Pack or Minimal). UI).
• 🔧 Enable the option Adaptive icons and apply the selected pack.
• 🔄 Restart the launcher (long press on the desktop) → Reset).

Cons of the method:

• The battery icon will only change on the desktop, and the top panel will remain standard.
• Some icon packs are paid or contain advertising.
• Nana MIUI 14 You may need to shut down the standard launcher through ADB (adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.home).

5. Method: Magisk modules (root only)

For users with an unlocked bootloader and installed Magisk, there is the most flexible way - modules for customizing MIUI. One of the most popular is MIUI Mix, which allows you to change the size of any icons in the status bar, including the battery.

Instructions:

1. Install MIUI Mix through Magisk Manager.
2. Restart your phone and open the MIUI Mix app.
3. Go to the Status Bar section → Battery Icon.
4. Set the settings: Size - icon size (recommended 120-150%), Style - indicator shape (round, rectangular, digital), Color - color filling (you can make a gradient).

Save the changes and restart the device.

Advantages of the method:

• Maximum customization – you can change not only the size, but also the style of the display (for example, make a percentage of the charge inside the icon).
• It works on all versions of MIUI, including Xiaomi.eu and Global ROM.
• There is no risk of bricking – the module is easily disabled via Magisk.

⚠️ Note: Installing Magisk modules on devices with a locked bootloader or on official Xiaomi firmware may cause SafetyNet to fail, which will interfere with banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff) and services like Google Pay. Before installing, check SafetyNet status in the MagiskHide Props Config app.

6. Alternative solutions: if nothing has worked

If none of the above methods worked, consider alternatives:

• 🔋 Battery widget on the desktop: Install a widget like Battery Widget Reborn or 3C Battery Monitor, which displays charge in large font, won't replace the status bar icon, but will solve the readability problem.
• 📱 Firmware change: Firmware from Xiaomi.eu or LineageOS often offer more customization options, including icon scaling.Be aware that this requires unlocking the bootloader and may take away warranties.
• 🔍 Update MIUI: In newer versions of the firmware (for example, MIUI 15) additional options for setting the status bar may appear. Check for updates in Settings → Update of the PO.

If you decide to change the firmware, pay attention to the following points:

Tip for POCO owners: On POCO F and POCO X series devices, sometimes resetting status bar settings via the engineering menu helps. To do this, dial ##4636## in the phone dialer, select Battery Information and click Reset. This can return standard icon settings if they were hit.

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On devices with AMOLED-With screens (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro), a larger battery icon can cause pixel burnout faster. To reduce the risk, use dark themes and avoid maximizing zoom (over 150%).

FAQ: Frequent questions about boosting battery icons