Where to look for an alarm clock on Xiaomi Mi 9: standard and hidden ways to start

Have you just purchased a Xiaomi Mi 9 or updated your firmware, but can’t find where the alarm clock is hidden? This problem is familiar to many Xiaomi smartphone owners – the manufacturer regularly changes the location of standard applications, and in some firmware, the alarm clock generally “hides” in unexpected sections. In this article, we will not only show 3 main ways to find the alarm clock on the Mi 9, but also reveal hidden features that you may not know about.

The Xiaomi Mi 9 (codename cepheus) is that, depending on the version. MIUI (10, 11, 12 or 12.5) can be very different from the Clock interface, for example, in the global firmware, the alarm clock is displayed on the home screen with a widget, and in the Chinese version you have to search for it in the depths of the menu. We have taken into account all the nuances and prepared a universal instruction that is suitable for any version of the software.

Method 1: Standard location through the app "Clock"

The most obvious way is through the company’s “Clock” app. On the Xiaomi Mi 9, it is installed by default and usually is:

• 📱 Desktop (icon with dial, often in Google folder or Tools).
• 🔍 In the menu of all applications (swipe up from the bottom of the screen) → tab All applications).
• ⚙️ In quick settings (swipe down from the top edge) → The Clock icon among other widgets).

If you find an app, open it and go to the Alarm tab (usually the second icon at the bottom).

• ⏰ Add a new alarm clock (button) + lower-right).
• 🔔 Set up melody, vibration and repeatability.
• 🌙 Activate the Smart Alarm Mode (smooth wake up 30 minutes before the signal).

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If the icon "Clock" disappeared after the update MIUI, Try resetting your desktop settings: clamping the empty space on the screen → Screen settings → Reset the layout.

Some firmware may not have an alarm tab, which means that the Watch app has been replaced by Google Clock (see Method 3).

Method 2: Search through the control panel (for MIUI 12 and newer)

In versions. MIUI 12+ Xiaomi has added a handy control panel that contains key features, including an alarm clock:

1. Make a swipe down from the top right corner of the screen (notification panel is displayed).
2. Swipe down again to reveal quick settings.
3. Find the icon of the alarm clock (clock with a bell) and tap it.

If the icon is not present, you can add it:

1. Press on. ⚙️ Edit in the upper right corner of the panel.
2. Scroll down to the Other Settings section.
3. Find the alarm clock and drag it to the active area.

V MIUI 14 alarm in the control panel can only be displayed if sync with Xiaomi account is enabled. → Xiaomi account → Synchronization.

Method 3: Using Google Clock (if the standard app is removed)

On some firmware (especially global or custom) Xiaomi’s Watch app is replaced by Google Clock.

• 🎨 Minimalist design with white background and blue accents.
• 🌍 Google inscriptions under the icon.
• 🔔 Adaptive alarm clock (analyzes sleep phases).

To set the alarm clock in Google Clock:

1. Open the app (icon with a dial on a white background).
2. Go to the Alarming Sign (bell icon at the bottom).
3. Press. +, Set the time and set the parameters: 📅 Repeat (select the days of the week). 🎵 The sound of the alarm clock (you can choose a tune from Spotify). 🛌 Delay (deposition interval: 5 or 10 minutes).

Hidden Alarm Signal Functions on Xiaomi Mi 9

Few people know, but the alarm clock on the Xiaomi Mi 9 has a lot more to do than just wake up in the morning. Here are 5 hidden features that will make your life easier:

One of the most useful features is the location alarm, so you can set it up to go off 10 minutes before you get to work.

1. Set up a new alarm clock.
2. Select Add Location.
3. Enter the address (e.g. office) and radius (500 meters).
4. Please set a notification time (10 minutes before arrival).

1.Open the Clock app

2. Go to the "Alarm clock" section.

3.Push on. ⚙️ (setting)

4. Activate the Smart Alarm option

5. Select the duration of a smooth awakening (10-30 minutes)

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What to do if the alarm clock doesn’t work?

Sometimes the alarm clock on the Xiaomi Mi 9 may fail or spontaneously shut down. Here are 7 reasons and solutions:

⚠️ Warning: If the alarm is not running in Do Not Disturb mode, check for exceptions. Go to Settings → Sound. → Don't disturb. → Allow exceptions → Alarms and activate the switch.

• 🔋 Energy conservation: MIUI aggressively closes the background processes. Add "Clock" to the exceptions: Settings → Battery → Choice of applications → The clock → No restrictions.
• 🔕 Silent mode: The alarm won't work if Vibral call or No sound is on. Check the volume slider on the sidebar.
• 🔄 Settings reset: If the alarm clock resets after the reboot, update the Watch app in Play Market or clear its cache: Settings → Annexes → The clock → Warehouse → Clear the cache
• ⏱️ Wrong time: If the phone has a time off (for example, after changing the battery), the alarm won't work.Update date and time in Settings → Additionally. → Date and time → Network.

If the problem persists, try alternative apps:

• 📌 Alarmy – Alarm clock with tasks (you need to scan) QR-switch-off).
• 🎵 Sleep as Android – a smart alarm clock with sleep analysis.
• ⏰ Timely – beautiful design and cloud synchronization.

How to add an alarm clock widget to your desktop?

The alarm widget allows you to quickly turn on/off signals directly from the main screen.

1. Hold the empty space on the desktop.
2. Select Widgets from the bottom menu.
3. Scroll down to the Watch (or Google Clock).
4. Select the alarm widget (usually 4×1 or 4×2).
5. Drag him to a vacant spot.

There are three types of widgets:

• 🕒 Analog clock + alarm clock (indicates the time and status of the nearest signal).
• 🔔 Alarm list (displays all active signals).
• ⏰ Quick access (one button to turn on/off).

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 12.5+ The alarm clock widgets may not show up if the system optimization is disabled. → Special facilities → Optimization of the system.

Alarm clock for specific scenarios: work, sports, travel

On the Xiaomi Mi 9, you can set your alarm clock to any task, from early rises to reminders about taking your medication.

For travel, set the alarm clock to take into account the time zone:

1. Open the Clock» → «Alarm clock».
2. Create a new alarm clock and select the Time Zone.
3. Please indicate your destination city (e.g. New York City).
4. Activate the Automatic Update option to adjust the time during the flight.

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For long trips, turn off automatic time synchronization with the network (Settings) → Additionally. → Date and time → Autodetermination) to avoid alarm clock failures when roaming.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the alarm clock on Xiaomi Mi 9