Where the clock in the phone Xiomi: search, customization of widgets and formats

Searching for a system app or watch widget on Xiaomi smartphones is often puzzling for users who have switched from other operating systems. Unlike standard Android builds, the MIUI or HyperOS shell has its own unique logic of grouping interface elements. Where the clock in the Xiomi phone is a question of concern for both beginners and experienced owners who have changed the model of the device, most often the problem lies not in the absence of the function, but in the hidden location of the menu or the removal of the standard widget from the desktop.

In this article, we will take a look at all possible locations where dials, alarm clocks and timers may be hiding. You will learn how to return a missing widget to the home screen, change the format of the display time from 12-hour to 24-hour, and solve the problem of constant time failure after turning off the phone. Xiaomi system settings allow you to flexibly manage time, but access to them is not always obvious at first glance.

We will discuss situations where one time is displayed on the lock screen and another in the status bar, or when the clock shows the wrong time zone after a trip to another region. Understanding the structure of the Settings menu → Additional settings will help you avoid unnecessary reboots and resets. We will also touch on the topic of third-party applications that may conflict with standard Xiaomi watches.

Search for a standard clock widget on your desktop

The most common scenario where a user can’t find a watch is due to its accidental removal from the home screen.In Xiaomi shells, the large dial widget is installed by default on the first screen, but it is easy to shift or remove when cleaning the workspace. To return it, you need to go to desktop editing mode.

You can do this by pinching two fingers (mixing them together) on any free spot on the screen, or pinching an empty area with your finger for a few seconds, opening a preview menu for all desktops, and at the bottom of the screen you can see a button called "Widgets" or "Add widgets," and that's where the item is hidden.

In the list that opens, you need to scroll down to the "Clock" menu, and there are a number of options: analog, digital, with or without a date. Choose the appropriate style and drag it to the free space of the screen. If the widget doesn't show, it may be hidden in the folder with system utilities.

• ⏰ The standard Double Clock widget shows time in two different time zones at the same time.
• 📅 The calendar and clock widget combines the current date and time in one block.
• 🌡️ Some widget models display air temperature and weather forecast.

⚠️ Note: If you have removed the Clock system application (not the widget, but the program), you may not be able to restore it through the standard GetApps store.

It's important to distinguish between a widget and an application. A widget is a static or dynamic element on the desktop, and an application is a program that is launched when you click. The Watch app icon is usually located in the Tools or System folder, unless you output it separately.

Setting the time and date format in the system

Often users are looking for where to change the time format because the default phone shows the time frame. 12-clock-format AM/PM. This is inconvenient for the perception in Russian, and the change in this parameter occurs in the deep settings of the system, not in the widget itself.

To change the format, go to Settings → Additional settings → Date and time. This is where the 24-hour format switch is located. Once activated, the time in all system interfaces, including the status bar and lock screen, will be displayed as usual.

You can set up automatic time synchronization in the same section, and the "Use Network Time" feature allows your phone to get the exact time from the carrier, eliminating the need for manual adjustments when switching to winter or daylight saving time, if applicable in your area.

If you travel frequently, make sure you choose the right city or region, and a mistake in choosing a time zone even when network synchronization is enabled can cause time to shift by an hour.

Managing alarm clocks and timers

Xiaomi’s Watch app combines not only time display, but also alarm, timer and stopwatch functions, accessed through an app icon that looks like a classic alarm clock, and navigation is done through tabs at the bottom or top of the screen inside the interface.

The alarm function in MIUI has advanced functionality: you can set up repeated signals on the days of the week, select a tune from your phone's memory or use built-in sounds. Particular attention should be paid to the "Alarm Switch" function, which allows you to turn off the signal with a wave of your hand or on a weekend schedule.

The timer and stopwatch also have their own features: the timer can be run for a given time, and after the phone can perform an action, for example, turn off or just make a sound. The stopwatch supports recording of circles (paws), which is convenient for athletes.

• ⏲️ Countdown timer allows you to choose the duration from 1 minute to 24 hours.
• 🛑 The function “Delay” alarm clock is adjusted in the range from 1 to 30 minutes.
• 🔊 The volume of the alarm clock can be set to maximum regardless of the overall volume of the media.

⚠️ Warning: Do Not Disturb mode can block the alarm clock sound unless it has an alarm clock exception.

For users who use their phone as a sleep timer, the Timer Off feature is useful, allowing them to automatically turn off their phone after a set period of time, saving battery power at night.

Lock screen and watch in the style of Always on Display

Owners of Xiaomi smartphones with AMOLED-The screens are often asked where to find settings for a constantly burning screen (Always On Display), which allows you to display hours, dates and notifications on the screen off without consuming much energy.

You can find these settings by Settings → Lock screen. This is where you find the "Always On Display and Lock Screen" option. By enabling this feature, you can choose the display style of the watch: dial, animation, caption or even your own photos.

To save battery power, the system suggests setting up a Always On Display schedule, for example, the watch can only burn from 8:00 to 23:00 or only turn on when the phone is lifted, which optimizes power consumption and prolongs battery life.

Also, in the lock screen settings, you can change the style of a regular watch, which is visible before unlocking the phone, and various fonts, colors and layout of elements (top, bottom, center) are available.

The problem of resetting time after switching off

One of the common problems users face is resetting the time to the production date (e.g. January 1, 2015) after the battery is completely discharged or the phone is turned off.

In modern smartphones, the time and date storage when turned off is the responsibility of a miniature battery (RTC battery) soldered on the motherboard. If the phone is old or has been without charge for a long time, this element could exhaust its life, in which case, with each turn on, the phone loses current time.

The solution is to enable synchronization over the Internet. SIM-The phone automatically adjusts the correct time from the operator, but if you often turn off the phone and are out of network area, the time will be lost until the connection is made.

If time is reset even when there is a charge of the main battery, this may indicate a software failure in the operation of the Real-Time Clock. In rare cases, resetting all settings to factory helps, but more often hardware intervention is required.

Third-party watch apps and widgets

Xiaomi’s standard functionality may not satisfy all users who want to see unique dials on the screen. The GetApps app store or Google Play offers thousands of alternatives. Popular widgets like HD Widgets, Overdrop or Chronus allow you to customize the look in detail.

When installing third-party widgets, it is important to pay attention to the permissions they request. The widget usually requires access to location (for weather) and autoload to run the watch, but some applications may request redundant rights, which is a sign of insecure software.

To install the widget from a third-party source, after downloading the application, you need to go to the widget menu (screen pinch) and find the “Downloaded” section or the name of the application itself. Drag the widget onto the screen and configure it through the built-in menu.

Using heavy live animation widgets can increase battery consumption. If you notice that your phone is running out faster after you install a new dial, try replacing it with a static one.

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To save battery power, choose black watch widgets (especially on AMOLED screens) and turn off the second hand in the widget settings.

Frequent Questions and Answers (FAQ)

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For the correct operation of all the functions of time and alarms on Xiaomi, it is critically important not to remove the system application “Hours” and “Security”, as they are associated with system processes of energy saving.