Where to look for an alarm clock on Xiaomi Redmi 9: detailed instructions with a photo

Have you just bought a Xiaomi Redmi 9 and can't find where the alarm clock is hidden? or has the icon disappeared from the desktop after the MIUI update? This problem is familiar to many Xiaomi smartphone owners - the manufacturer regularly changes the location of standard functions, and in some firmwares the alarm clock generally "hidden" in non-obvious menus.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can find your alarm clock on Redmi 9 (including Redmi 9A/9C/9T models), regardless of the version of MIUI. You’ll learn where to look for the default app, how to return it to the home screen, and what to do if the alarm goes missing after the update, and alternatives using Google Watch and third-party programs.

Note right away: Redmi 9 can have an alarm clock in one of three places depending on the firmware, and if you didn't find it the first time, don't panic, just check out all the options in our instructions.

1. Standard Clock App - Where to look for an alarm clock?

In 90% of cases, the alarm on Xiaomi Redmi 9 is built into the standard Clock app, but its location depends on the version of MIUI:

• 📱 MIUI 12/13/14: The Watch icon is located on the desktop or in the Tools folder (unless manually deleted).
• 🔍 If there is no icon: swipe up the main screen, open All apps and find the “Clock” in the alphabetical list.
• 🔄 After Updating: Sometimes the app “resets” – check the Others or Service folder.

Once you open the Clock, you will see four tabs in the bottom menu:

1. The world (World Clock)
2. Alarm (Alarm)
3. Stopwatch (Stopwatch)
4. Timer (Timer)

You need the second tab, the Alarm Signal, where you can add a new signal, edit existing ones, or delete unnecessary ones.

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If the Watch app does not have an alarm tab, upgrade MIUI to the latest version or reset the app settings to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Watch → Storage → Clear data.

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to turn on the alarm on Redmi 9

Let's take the process of setting an alarm clock by step, follow the instructions, even if you think it's simple - MIUI has a few pitfalls.

1. Open the Clock app** (see the previous section if you don't know where it is).
2. Go to the Alarming Signal tab (bell icon in the bottom menu).
3. Click on + (plus) in the lower right corner to add a new alarm clock.
4. Set the trigger time by scrolling the dial up and down.
5. Click Repeat to select the days of the week (for example, weekdays only).
6. Select the signal melody in the Sound section (the default is the standard Xiaomi call).
7. Activate the Vibration slider if you want the phone to vibrate when triggered.
8. Click Save (check in the upper right corner).

The correct time is indicated|Selected the right days of the week|The melody is not at minimum volume.|Vibration is on (if necessary)|The alarm clock is activated (slider in the position "On.»)-->

⚠️ Note: If the alarm clock does not work after saving, check it:

• 🔕 Is it worth it in the "Do Not Disturb" mode** (disables all sounds).
• 🔋 Does the battery run below 5% (the alarm clock may not work).
• 🔄 Are not notifications for the “Clock” app disabled in the settings.

3. Where is the alarm clock if the Clock app is not available?

In rare cases (usually after a reset or incorrect update), the standard Watch app may disappear.

Option 1: Restore through “Settings”

Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.

In the search bar, type in the Watch (or Clock). If the app is disabled, click Enable. If hidden, return it to the home screen via Add to the screen.

Option 2: Install Google Watch

If the standard app doesn’t recover, use an alternative from Google:

1. Download Google Watch from Play Market.
2. Open the app and go to the Alarm tab.
3. Set the time and days of repetition (the interface is similar to the standard one).

4. How to return the alarm icon to the home screen

Many Redmi 9 users complain that after the MIUI update, the alarm icon disappears from the desktop.

1. Touch the empty space on the home screen and hold your finger for 2-3 seconds.
2. In the menu that appears, select Widgets.
3. Scroll through the list to the Tools or Clock section.
4. Drag the Alarm clock widget (or clock) to a free space on the screen.

If the widget is not listed:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone (sometimes helps you get back hidden items).
• 🔧 Check the launcher settings: Settings → Desktop → Launcher settings → Reset the settings.

5. Alternative alarm clock apps on Redmi 9

If the standard alarm clock does not suit you (for example, too quiet sound or no feature of gradual increase in volume), consider third-party options:

⚠️ Attention: when using third-party alarm clocks:

• 🔒 Allow auto-start in Settings → Annexes → Permits → Auto-start.
• 🔔 Disable Battery Optimization for the Application in Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery.
• 📵 Check if the antivirus is blocking the alarm clock (e.g. Mi Security).

6.Frequent alarm clock problems on Redmi 9 and their solutions

Even if you set your alarm right, it might not work, and we'll look at the typical causes and ways to fix them.

Problem 1: The alarm clock doesn't ring, even though it's on

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔇 Notifications turned off: check volume slider (click volume button) → Make sure the alarm clock is not at zero).
• 🚫 Sleeping App: Add “Clock” to Battery Optimization Exceptions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → The clock → Not optimize).
• 🔄 System failure: Reboot your phone and check your alarm again.

Problem 2: The alarm clock is triggered, but very quietly.

This is a common complaint about Redmi 9 -- the sound of the alarm clock can be quieter than the music or the bells.

• 🎵 Select another tune in the alarm settings (some system sounds are quieter than others).
• 🔊 Install a third-party app (like Alarmy or Sleep as Android – they let you set the volume to maximum).
• 🛠️ Check the speaker for clogging (sometimes the dust reduces the volume).

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If the alarm doesn’t work at the scheduled time, check to see if the phone is in power saving mode (Settings → Battery → Power saving mode) in which the background processes (including the alarm clock) can be blocked.

7.How to set an alarm clock through voice assistant

On the Xiaomi Redmi 9, you can set your alarm clock with your voice, which is convenient if you are driving or busy with your hands.

1. Activate Xiaomi Voice Assistant (double pressing the Home button or say OK, Google).
2. Tell the command: Set the alarm for 7:30 or set the alarm for tomorrow at 6:00 a.m.
3. The assistant will offer to save the alarm clock - confirm the action.

⚠️ Warning: Voice alarms may not work if:

• 📶 No Internet connection (needed to process commands).
• 🔇 Microphone locked for assistant in privacy settings.
• 🔋 Phone is discharged (voice assistant does not work at low charge).

For reliability, duplicate voice alarms with standard or through third-party applications.

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