How to put a date on the photo in Xiaomi Redmi 8: step-by-step instructions with nuances

Adding a date to photos in Xiaomi Redmi 8 smartphones is a challenge that users face when they want to organize their pictures or confirm the time of shooting. Although the feature is not built into all versions of MIUI firmware, it can be activated both by standard means and with third-party tools. In this article, we will discuss all available methods, including hidden camera settings, applications for editing metadata and manually putting a date through graphic editors.

The Redmi 8 is a feature that came out in 2019 with MIUI 10 on board, but many users have upgraded to MIUI 12-14, where the camera interface has undergone changes. This means that the instructions for the new versions of the Redmi Note or POCO will not work here - you need specific solutions for this model, we tested all methods on current firmware and highlighted those that are guaranteed to work.

If you need to not just display the date on the image itself, but save it in the EXIF metadata (so that the information is visible when you view the properties of the file), then additional steps are required. Let's consider both options - visual overlaying of text and editing technical data of the photo.

1. Standard method: setting up date display in Xiaomi camera

The easiest way is to activate the built-in date stamp function in the Camera app, but in Redmi 8, this option is hidden by default and not available in all regional firmware versions.

Open the Camera app and do the following:

1. Touch the gear icon (⚙️) in the upper right corner to open the settings.
2. Scroll down to the Additional or Advanced Settings section (name depends on the MIUI version).
3. Find the Watermark or Date Stamp (in English firmware - Date Stamp).
4. Activate the switch and select the display format: date, date + time or custom text only.

If you don't have one on your menu, it means the firmware doesn't support the out-of-the-box function, and then you can use a third-party camera launcher (which we'll talk about below) or manual editing.

One important nuance is that the date stamp added through the camera settings can't be removed after you've taken it, it's forever part of the image. If you want a flexible solution, use the methods in the following sections.

2. Annexes for automatic date addition

If the built-in feature is missing or doesn't suit the display format, install one of the specialized applications. We tested 5 popular tools and selected those that work well on Redmi 8:

• 📅 Timestamp Camera – adds date/time with font, color and position settings. Supports Russian language and save in the language EXIF.
• 🖼️ Photo Stamp Remover – not only marks a date, but also allows you to delete it from other people’s photos (useful for editing screenshots).
• 📱 Camera MX — Alternative camera launcher with watermark function including date, geolocation and weather.

We recommend the Timestamp Camera as the easiest solution:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and allow access to the camera and storage.
3. In settings (Settings → Date Format), select a format such as DD.MM.YYYY HH:MM.
4. Click on the camera icon and take a picture – the date will automatically appear in the selected corner.

The advantage of this method is that you can turn off the stamp at any time or change its appearance, and the application allows you to add a date to existing photos from the gallery.

3. EXIF Editing: How to Add Date to Metadata

If you don’t need a date to be visually displayed in a picture, but rather it is enough to be stored in EXIF metadata (for example, for gallery sorting or authentication), use one of these applications:

Instructions for EXIF Editor (the easiest option):

1. Install the application and open it.
2. Select a photo from the gallery.
3. Find the Date/Time Original and Date/Time Digitized fields.
4. Enter the correct date and time in YYYY:MM:DD HH:MM:SS format.
5. Save the changes, the metadata will be updated.

Important: Changing EXIF does not affect the image itself, but can cause sorting problems in some galleries (e.g. Google Photos).If the date is critical (e.g. for forensic evidence), use the original shots without editing.

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Before mass editing EXIF, back up your photo – some applications may accidentally delete other metadata (e.g., geotags).

4. Manual Date Dating through Graphic Editors

If you need to add a date to a photo already ready (for example, from the archive), use graphics editors. Redmi 8 will suit both lightweight mobile applications and desktop solutions via PC.

The best options for Android:

• 🎨 PicsArt – Text Tool with Font Customization and Transparency.
• 🖌️ Snapseed – Professional overlay of text with effects.
• ✏️ Photo Editor by Aviary – a simple interface for fast date addition.

Step-by-step instructions for Snapseed:

1. Open the photo in the application and select the Text tool.
2. Enter the date manually or copy it from metadata (for example, 15.08.2026 14:30).
3. Customize the font, color and size. For a minimalist look, use white text with a black thread.
4. Place the inscription in the corner (usually at the bottom right) and save the result.

If you need to process a lot of photos, use batch editing in Lightroom Mobile:

1. Import photos to the app.
2. Create a preset with a text tag (in the Editing module → Watermark).
3. Apply preset to all selected images at the same time.

5. Problems and Errors: Why the Date Is Not Shown

Redmi 8 users often experience a date that is either not saved or displayed incorrectly.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI the built-in date stamp function has stopped working, reset the camera settings to factory settings (Camera settings) → It'll bring back the hidden options.

If you use third-party camera launchers (such as GCam), note that they may conflict with the standard app.

• 📵 Turn off the standard camera (Settings) → Annexes → Shut down).
• 🔄 Restart your phone after installing an alternative launcher.
• 🔧 Set up the date stamp directly in the new app interface.

Critical error: If the photos stopped opening after editing EXIF, the application corrupted the file. Restore the original from a backup or use PhotoRec to restore.

6. Alternative methods: cloud services and PCs

If mobile solutions are not suitable, use desktop or cloud services, which is important for processing a large number of photos (for example, archives from a vacation).

The best tools for PC:

• 🖥️ FastStone Image Viewer - Packet Addition of Watermarks.
• 📂 ExifTool – a console utility for editing metadata.
• ☁️ Google Photos – Automatic sorting by date (without visual stamp).

Example of ExifTool command (install it through the official website):

exiftool -DateTimeOriginal="2026:08:15 14:30:00" -n IMG_1234.jpg

This command will change the date of creation for the file IMG_1234.jpg. For batch processing, use:

exiftool -DateTimeOriginal+=1:12:30 -r DIRECTORY C PHOTO/

(where +1:12:30 is a time shift of 1 hour 12 minutes 30 seconds).

⚠️ Attention: In mass editing EXIF via PC, monitor the format of the date – incorrect input (for example, 31.02.2026) can make files unreadable.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the date pictured in Redmi 8

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For legally relevant photos (such as insurance or court), never edit EXIF manually – use original images with unchanged metadata.