Accessibility on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Features

Have you ever noticed the Accessibility section (or “Special Features” in the Russian localization) in the Xiaomi smartphone settings and wondered why it was needed? Many users just flip through it, thinking it was unnecessary, but in fact it is one of the most important sections. MIUI. Here are the tools that make the smartphone available to people with visual, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments, and some features that are also useful to ordinary users, such as for convenience in the dark or in time constraints (like a broken arm).

In this article, we will discuss in detail what Accessibility is on Xiaomi, what functions are hidden behind this name, how to configure them and who really needs them. You'll learn how to turn on TalkBack for the blind, use signo translation for the deaf, adapt the screen for color blind people or simplify control for the elderly, and also reveal some "secret" chips that even experienced Redmi owners or even experienced owners do not know about. POCO. Then we dive in!

What is Accessibility on Xiaomi and Why You Need It

Accessibility (from English - "availability") is a set of functions that adapt a smartphone to the needs of users with disabilities. MIUI This section has been around for a long time, but it is only actively developing in the latest versions (starting with the introduction of the new version). MIUI Today, you can find more than 20 different tools, from simple (like magnifying font) to complex (like gesture control for people with cerebral palsy).

The key idea is to make the smartphone user-friendly, regardless of the physical features.

• 👁️ For visually impaired: voiceover interface (TalkBack), high contrast, color inversion.
• 👂 For the hearing impaired: visual alerts (blinking screen instead of sound), subtitles in real time.
• 🦾 For people with limited motor skills: voice control, large virtual buttons, autotype text.
• 🧠 For users with cognitive impairment: simplified interface, blocking unnecessary functions.

But there's a catch: many of the features of Accessibility are useful for ordinary users, like the Color Filter will help reduce eye strain in the evening, and gesture control will speed up navigation on the phone. So don't rush to close this section - you may find something useful here!

Where to find Accessibility settings on Xiaomi

To open the Special Opportunities section, do the following:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Scroll down and select Special Features (in English firmware - Accessibility).
3. In some versions MIUI The path may be different: Settings → Additionally. → Special facilities.

If you can’t find this section, check:

• 🔍 You may have an outdated version. MIUI (Update the firmware through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 🌐 If your smartphone is in English, look for Accessibility in the main settings menu.
• 📱 In some models (for example, POCO F3 Redmi Note 10 Pro can be hidden in additional settings.

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If you don’t have Accessibility, try typing its name into the search bar in the settings (the magnifier icon at the top).

After opening the section, you will see several categories:

• 👁️ Vision - settings for the visually impaired.
• 👂 Hearing – tools for people with hearing impairments.
• 🦾 Interaction – Handling gestures, voice, etc.
• 🧠 General – universal functions (for example, TalkBack).

Top.-5 The most useful features of Accessibility Xiaomi

Let's take a look at some of the most popular tools that most people will need, and some of them can be a real lifesaver in unexpected situations.

1. TalkBack - voiceover interface for the blind

TalkBack is a screen announcer that voices all actions on your smartphone: clicks, notifications, text in apps. The feature is designed for people with total or partial loss of vision, but it can be used for other purposes (for example, if you are temporarily unable to look at the screen).

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Special Opportunities → TalkBack.
2. Activate the switch.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (you will need to confirm the inclusion by double pressing).

2. Color filters for color blind people

If you have trouble distinguishing between colors (e.g. red and green), Xiaomi has built-in correction filters:

• 🔴 Red-green blindness (deuteranopia)
• 🟢 Red-green blindness (protanopia)
• 🔵 Blue-yellow blindness (Tritanopia)
• ⚪ Shades of gray (for maximum contrast)

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Special features → Color filter.
2. Choose the type of color blindness or turn on shades of gray.
3. Adjust the intensity of the filter with a slider.

3. Enlarge font and scale the screen

For people with poor vision or for ease of reading, you can enlarge the font or the entire interface:

• 📱 Font size – only changes text (up to 150% of standard font size).
• 🔍 Screen size – increases all interface elements (up to 200%).
• 🔎 Lupa - temporary increase of the screen part (activated by triple pressing).

Where to find: Settings → Special facilities → Vision. → Font size/Size of screen.

4 Vibration on calls and notifications

For hearing-impaired users, you can adjust vibration instead of sound signals:

• 📞 Vibration on call - intense vibration on incoming call.
• 🔔 Vibration at notifications – short signals for messages.
• 💡 Camera flash – flashing LED when calling (works even if the screen is off).

Settings: Settings → Special facilities → Rumor → Vibration and flash.

5. Managing gestures and voice

If you have difficulty using the touch screen (for example, because of arthritis or a broken arm), you can configure alternative ways to control:

• 🙌 Gesture management – swipes for navigation (e.g. swipe up to return back).
• 🎤 Voice input – dictation of text and commands (works offline).
• ⏱️ Slowing down touches – delay before pressing (useful for hand tremors).

Where to look: Settings → Special facilities → Interaction.

✅ Turn on TalkBack and check for voiceover

✅ Set up a color filter for your eyesight

✅ Increase the font to a comfortable size

✅ Activate vibration for notifications

✅ Try voice input in messages

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How to Set Up Accessibility for Seniors

Xiaomi smartphones are often bought by elderly relatives, but the standard interface MIUI Fortunately, there are tools in Accessibility that will make it easier to use your phone:

1. Simplified mode (Settings) → Special facilities → Simplified regime): 📱 Large icons and typeface. 🔄 Simplified menu with basic functions (calls, messages, camera). 🚫 Hiding unnecessary apps and settings.
2. Loud sound: 🔊 Increase the volume of calls and notifications to the maximum. 🎵 Set up individual audio profiles for contacts (e.g., a special signal for loved ones).

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• 📞 Automatic call-taking after 3 beeps (if it is difficult to respond quickly).
• 🗣️ Recording a voice message instead of SMS.

We also recommend:

• 🔒 Set a password for settings so that important parameters do not accidentally go down.
• 📋 Create shortcuts for frequently used features on the home screen (e.g., "Call Daughter").
• 📡 Set up Power Saving Mode so that the phone is less discharged.

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For older people, it’s better to choose Xiaomi models with a large screen (for example, the Redmi Note 11 Pro).+ 6.67) and a capacious battery (5000 mAh and above).

Hidden Accessibility features that 90% of users don’t know about

And in the Special Opportunities section, you can find tools that even people who don't have health problems can use, and here are the most interesting ones:

1. text signatures in real time (Live Transcribe)

Live Transcribe converts speech into text in real time, and is useful for:

• 🗣️ Communication with deaf or hearing impaired people.
• 🎤 Records of lectures or meetings (text is saved in the clipboard).
• 🌍 Translation of foreign speech (works with Google Translate).

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Rumor → Text signatures.
2. Download language packs (Internet required).
3. Run the function from the notification panel or through a shortcut.

2. Automatically rotate the screen over the face

If you are annoyed that the screen turns at the slightest tilt, turn on the Turn on the face:

• 👤 The screen will only rotate when you look at the phone (using a front-facing camera).
• 🔒 Avoids accidental turns in your pocket or on the table.

Where to look: Settings → Special facilities → Interaction → A face-turn.

3. Quick press for emergency call

You can set up a triple press of the power button for:

• 🚨 Calling emergency services (112).
• 📞 Quickly dialing a pre-saved contact (e.g., a relative).
• 🔇 Disconnecting the sound at the meeting (if you configure the appropriate action).

Settings: Settings → Special facilities → Quick action → Triple press of the power button.

4. Color temperature on schedule

Unlike the standard Night mode, you can more accurately configure:

• 🌅 Automatic change of color temperature depending on the time of day.
• 🔆 Manual setting of Kelvin values (from 1900K to 10000K).
• 😴 Turning off 100% blue light (beneficial for insomnia).

Path: Settings → Special facilities → Vision. → Color temperature.

5. Hidden gestures for navigation

B Settings → Special facilities → Interaction → Gestures can be activated:

• 👆 Swipe up for home screen (like in iPhone).
• 👈 Swipe left/right to switch applications.
• 👇 Double tap on the back (for quick screenshot or backup).

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Double-tape gesture on the back works even on budget Redmi models (starting with the Redmi 9).Tune it to start the camera or flashlight for convenience.

Compatibility table of Accessibility functions with Xiaomi models

Not all Accessibility features are available on older or budget models, and the table below shows the compatibility of key tools with popular devices:

⚠️ Note: On devices with MediaTek Helio G processors (such as Redmi 9), some features may not work smoothly due to iron limitations. If Live Transcribe or TalkBack is slowing down, try turning off background apps in Settings → Annexes → Auto-start.

Frequent Accessibility Problems and How to Solve Them

Sometimes, the features of Special Options don't work properly, and let's look at the common mistakes and how to fix them:

1.TalkBack doesn't voice the lyrics

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔇 Sound's off. → Check the volume in Settings → Sound.
• 🌐 No Internet. → Some TalkBack voices require downloading (download offline package).
• 🔄 Conflict with other applications → Disable other screen readers (such as Voice Assistant).
• 📱 Outdated firmware → Update. MIUI last-minute.

2. Color filter is not applied

What to do:

• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the filter resets after the update.
• 🛠️ Check if the filter conflicts with Night Mode (turn it off in Settings). → Screen).
• 📺 Make sure the filter is turned on for all applications (the filter settings have a corresponding switch).

3.Gesturals don't work

Typical errors:

• 👆 Wrong movement → Practice in Settings → Special facilities → Gestures → Training.
• 🔒 Blocked permits → Give access to Special Opportunities in the Application Settings.
• 📱 Not supported by the model → Check compatibility in the table above.

4. Vibration at notifications does not work

Decisions:

• 🔧 Check the vibration settings in the Settings → Sound. → Vibration.
• 📴 Make sure it's not on. Don't disturb.
• 🔋 If the vibration is weak, clean the speaker of dust (neatly with a needle or compressed air).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Accessibility Questions on Xiaomi