Where to look for an alarm clock in a Xiaomi phone: detailed instructions for all versions MIUI

Why Xiaomi’s alarm clock sometimes “hide” from users

You just bought the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 or upgraded to the firmware MIUI 14, and the alarm clock suddenly disappeared from its usual place? Or maybe you've been using your smartphone for a long time. POCO X5, But you've never set an alarm clock, and you don't know where to look for it, and this is a familiar situation for many Xiaomi device owners. MIUI It changes regularly, and standard applications appear on the desktop, then disappear after updates.

Unlike the iPhone or “pure” Android, where the “Clock” app is always in sight, in Xiaomi, the alarm clock can be hidden in the depths of the menu or even turned off by default in some regional firmware. A2 Xiaomi’s flagship 14 Ultra is a great way to understand why users get lost. In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to find and set an alarm clock on Xiaomi, including hidden chips. MIUI and workarounds for non-standard situations.

Method 1: Standard Watch App – Where to Look and How to Open

In 90% of cases, the alarm on Xiaomi is hidden in the Clock app, but even here, there are nuances: the icon may not be on the desktop, and the app itself may be hidden in a folder or menu.

• 🔍 Search System: Swipe your finger down the main screen to open the search bar, and type in "Clock" or "Clock." The system will show the app even if it's hidden.
• 📱 All Apps menu: Click on the All Apps icon (usually at the bottom of the screen) and scroll down to the letter “H” (or “C” for the English version).
• 📁 Google folder: * On some models (e.g., Google, POCO F5) The “Clock” app can be in the folder with Google services.
• ⚙️ Settings → Apps: Go to Settings → Annexes → Manage applications and find the “Clock” in the list.

If the application is found, but the alarm clock is absent (this happens after resetting), check the tabs at the bottom of the screen. MIUI The 14th Clock interface may look like this:

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi firmware (e.g., the global version for India) may have the Watch app called Mi Clock or Xiaomi Clock. If the search doesn't work, try these names.

Method 2: Quick access through the notification panel

Not everyone knows, but in MIUI The alarm can be turned on directly from the notification bar without running the Watch app, which works on most models, including Xiaomi. 13T redmi 12C:

1. Swipe your finger down from the top of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Click on the icon. ⚙️ («Settings" or swipe down again to fully open the panel.
3. Find the label "Alarm clock"** (icon with a bell) ⏰). If it is not, click "Edit» (✏️) And add it manually.
4. Click on the shortcut - the Clock app will open on the alarm tab.

If the shortcut is missing even after editing, it may mean that:

• 🔄 Firmware MIUI They were cut (for example, by the snare). ROM).
• 📱 You. POCO branded POCO Launcher where the panel settings are different.
• 🔧 System shortcuts disabled in settings (check Settings) → Notification panel → Labels).

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If the alarm label disappeared after the update, try resetting the notification bar settings: Settings → Notification panel → Restore by default.

Method 3: Voice assistant and gestures - non-standard methods

If you prefer to control your phone with voice or gestures, the alarm clock on Xiaomi can be set up like this. MIUI 12 and newer, including Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Redmi K50:

Google Assistant or XiaoAI

Activate the assistant with a voice command (e.g., “OK, Google”) and say:

• 🎤 «Set an alarm for 7am»;
• 🎤 «Wake me up tomorrow at 6:30»;
• 🎤 «Show me my alarm clocks».

The assistant will automatically open the Clock app or create a new alarm clock.

Gestures and fast teams

V MIUI There is a hidden function "Quick Commands" that allows you to start the alarm with a gesture:

1. Go to Settings → Special Opportunities → Quick Teams.
2. Add a new command and select the “Open alarm” action.
3. Make a gesture (for example, double touching the back panel on the back). POCO X4 Pro).

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) 10A) XiaoAI voice assistant may not support English to create alarm clocks. In this case, use Google Assistant.

Method 4: If the alarm goes missing after the update MIUI

One of the most common problems is that the alarm clock disappears after a firmware update, and this can happen on any device from Redmi. 9C Xiaomi 13 Pro: The reasons are usually two:

1. Reset the settings of the application "Clock"** - after the update, the system can return it to factory parameters.
2. Custom theme conflict – some themes from the Mi Theme Store hide the icons of system applications.

Here's how to get your alarm clock back:

Reset the cache of the “Clock” app»|Check for updates for the Watch in the Play Market|Delete informal topics|Reboot the phone|Reset the launcher settings-->

Reconstruction instructions

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Watch.
2. Click on “Clear Cache” and “Reset Settings” (if the button is active).
3. If alarms have been saved to your Mi Account, log in again.
4. For models with MIUI 13/14 Check the synchronization settings: Settings → Xiaomi account → Synchronization → The clock.

If the alarm never came up, there may have been a firmware error.

• 🔄 Try to revert to the previous version. MIUI through settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Three points. → Select a Service Package.
• 📥 Install an alternative alarm app (like Google Clock or Alarmy).

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Postmajor updates MIUI (For example, 12 to 13), always check your sync settings. Often alarm clocks are "lost" due to resetting the attachment to your Xiaomi account.

Method 5: Alternative applications – if the standard alarm clock doesn’t work

If the built-in alarm on Xiaomi refuses to work (does not work, does not save settings or is not at all), the best solution is to install a third-party application.

• 📱 Devices with custom firmware (LineageOS, Pixel Experience);
• 🔧 Phones after a failed update;
• 🎨 Smartphones with heavily modified MIUI (For example, firmware for the Chinese market).

Here's the top.-3 Checked app for alarm clocks on Xiaomi:

When setting a third-party alarm clock, pay attention to:

• 🔋 Battery Optimization: Add the App to Exceptions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery).
• 🔔 Permissions: Give access to notifications and auto-run.
• 🔊 Loudness: Check if alarm clocks are turned off in the sound settings.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi 10) MIUI aggressively closes the background processes, which may cause the third-party alarms to fail. In this case, turn off the optimization for the application manually.

Method 6: Checking System Settings – Why the Alarm is Not Working

Often the alarm clock on Xiaomi is set correctly but does not ring at the scheduled time.

• 🔕 The “Do Not Disturb” regime»**;
• 🔋 Energy conservation;
• 🔊 Sound profiles;
• ⏰ The wrong time zone.

Let's check each one:

1.Do Not Disturb (DND) mode

Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration → Don't disturb and make sure that:

• 🔔 Alarm clocks allowed in exceptions;
• ⏰ Automatic turn-on time DND It doesn't match the alarm clock;
• 📱 For models with MIUI 14 Check the separate "Alarms and Reminders" setting in the menu DND.

2. Battery optimization

V MIUI There's a Freeze feature that pauses applications to save power, so that the alarm goes off:

1. Open Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization
2. Find the Clock in the list and select “No Limits”.
3. For third-party alarm clocks (like Alarmy), also turn off optimization.

3. Sound and vibration settings

Sometimes the alarm goes off, but you can't hear it.

• 🔊 The volume level of the alarm clock (a separate slider in the sound control panel);
• 🎵 Selected melody (some system sounds may be quiet);
• 🔄 Vibration - on some models (POCO X3) It's off by default for alarm clocks.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the alarm clock on Xiaomi