Where to Settings in Xiaomi: A Step-by-Step Guide for All Models

Smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO brand-based MIUI They offer users extensive customization options, but often the desired options are hidden in non-obvious menu sections. Even experienced owners sometimes get lost in the maze of settings, especially after upgrading to the menu. MIUI 14 or MIUI 15, where the interface has undergone major changes, and this article will help you understand where to look for key features, from basic screen settings to hidden engineering menus.

We analyzed the location of settings on popular models 2022–2026 years 13/14, Redmi Note 12/13, POCO F5/X5) And they found common patterns. Notice that on some devices, the paths may be slightly different because of firmware versions or regional features. If you don't find the right item, search by settings (the magnifier icon in the top right corner of the menu).

Basic settings menu: how to open and where it lies

The main menu settings in MIUI opens in two ways:

• 📱 Through the desktop icon: Find a gray pin with a gear (usually called Settings or Settings»).
• 🔍 Through the notification panel: swipe down from the top edge of the screen and click on the gear icon in the top right corner.
• 🤖 Voice Assistant: Say “Hey Siri” (on models for China) or activate Google Assistant and say “Open Settings».

Once opened, you'll see 12 major sections, grouped by topic, and here's a brief description of them:

In the models with MIUI 15 (e.g. Xiaomi 14 Ultra) added a Xiaomi Cloud section+, And they combined cloud storage and synchronization with other ecosystem devices (smart watches, light bulbs, robot vacuum cleaners (MIUI 12 and below) this item may be referred to simply as "Mi Cloud».

Hidden settings: how to turn on the developer mode and engineering menu

Many advanced features in Xiaomi are hidden by default, for example, the developer mode allows you to activate debugging by default. USB, Change the interface animation or enable the option OEM Unlock to unlock the bootloader. To open it:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and tap it 7 times in a row.
3. Enter the pattern lock or PIN-code, if required.
4. Return to the main settings menu and a new section for developers will appear.

Within the developer mode, pay attention to:

• 🔧 Debugging by USB — It is necessary to connect to the PC through ADB.
• 📱 Do not turn off the screen while charging – useful for testing.
• ⚡ Limiting background processes – will help save battery power.
• 🎯 Show touches – visualizes gestures on the screen (for recording reviews).

In Xiaomi models on Qualcomm processors (for example, POCO F5) The engineering menu opens with code ##4636##, and on MediaTek (Redmi Note 12) with code ##36446337##. In these menus, you can test sensors, check network performance or reset battery statistics!

Screen settings: brightness, refresh rate, color profile

Xiaomi's display options are scattered across several sections. The main ones are in Settings. → Display, but some of the options are hidden deeper:

• 🌞 Adaptive brightness: automatically adjusts the backlight depending on the lighting. → Brightness.
• 🔄 Frequency of update: on models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 13 Pro may be selected 60/90/120 Hz. Path: Display → Screen refresh rate.
• 🎨 Color profile: in Display → Colors and contrast available live, standard and sRGB modes (for accurate color reproduction).
• 👁️ Eye protection: blue light filter with temperature setting. → Reading mode.

On devices with MIUI 15 has Super Resolution, which is a feature that improves text and graphics clarity. → Screen resolution → Improved clarity, but it increases the workload on the processor, so on weaker models like Redmi. 10A) It's better to turn it off.

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After the update MIUI the screen refresh rate settings are missing, try resetting the display settings: → Display. → Resetting screen settings.

⚠️ Attention: on some models (POCO X3 Pro, Redmi Note 11) with manual selection of frequency 120 Hz can accelerate battery discharge by 15-20%. Use adaptive mode to balance between smoothness and autonomy.

Battery settings: how to extend the operating time

Optimizing energy consumption is one of the strengths MIUI. The main parameters are collected in Settings → Battery and performance, but there are hidden chips too:

• 🔋 Power modes: Balance (default), Performance (maximum power) and Charge saving (limits background processes).
• 📊 Usage statistics: shows which applications use up the most charge.Path: Battery → Battery utilization.
• 🛑 Background Limitation: In Battery → Selection of applications can be manually prohibited programs to work in the background.
• ⚡ Fast charging: on models with support 120W HyperCharge (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T Pro) accelerated charging can be disabled to keep the battery healthy.

For maximum autonomy, we recommend:

1. Include Adaptive Battery in Settings → Battery → Battery settings.
2. Limit background activity for social networks and instant messengers.
3. Use a dark topic (on the other hand) AMOLED-The screen saves up to 30% of the charge).
4. Disable Permanent Network Search in Settings → Mobile network.

⚠️ Warning: If your phone suddenly starts to run out in a few hours, check your settings → Battery → Battery status: If the capacity has fallen below 80% of the nominal capacity, the battery needs to be replaced.

Network settings: Wi-Fi, mobile Internet, VPN

Internet connection problems are one of the most common reasons for contacting service centers. MIUI The network settings are spread out across multiple sections, and their location depends on the firmware version:

If the phone's not catching. 5G, check:

1. Does your model support this standard (e.g. Redmi Note 11 only works in the same model) 4G).
2. Is the regime on? 5G mobile → Network mode.
3. Is the firmware updated to the latest version (in older versions) MIUI There may be no profiles for 5G).

To fix Wi-Fi problems, try:

• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → Connections and sharing → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.
• 📡 Manually indicate DNS (For example, 8.8.8.8 from Google in Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Settings DNS.
• 🛡️ Disable Wi-Fi Smart Switching if the network is constantly broken.

Security settings: lock, prints, unlock the bootloader

Data protection in Xiaomi is implemented on several levels: from standard to standard. PIN-The basic security parameters are collected in the Settings section. → Passwords and security, but some options require additional action.

What can be configured here:

• 🔐 Screen locking: PIN, A pattern lock or password. AMOLED-The screens are available for Always-on Display.
• 👆 Fingerprints: Up to 5 fingerprints (on Xiaomi) 13T — Up to 10. Added to passwords and security → Fingerprint.
• 👁️ Facial recognition: only works on infrared camera devices (e.g. Xiaomi Mi 11).
• 🔓 Unlocking the bootloader: required to install custom firmware. Activated in For Developers → Unlocking OEM.

If you have forgotten the pattern lock or PIN, You can reset the lock through your Mi Account (provided that the phone is connected to the Internet:

1. On the lock screen, enter the wrong password 5 times.
2. Click on the button “Forgot the password?”
3. Sign in to your Xiaomi account and follow the instructions.

⚠️ Note: If you are selling or transferring a phone, be sure to untie your Mi Account in Settings → Xiaomi accounts → Delete your account or the new owner will not be able to use the device due to Factory Reset Protection (FRP).

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In the models with MIUI 15 now has Private Safe, a secure storage for photos and documents. → Passwords and security → Private Safe and requires a separate PIN-code.

Additional features: themes, gestures, second space

MIUI It's famous for its smartwatches, which make it easier to use your smartphone, and many of them are hidden in obscure places:

• 🎨 Themes and design: in Settings → You can download new icons, fonts and animations. MIUI 15 dynamic themes that respond to the time of day are available.
• ✋ Navigation gestures: in Settings → Display. → Full screen mode can be chosen between classic buttons, swipes or gestures of the iPhone-style.
• 👥 Second Space: Creates a separate profile with its own apps and settings (good for work or privacy) and is included in Settings. → Special facilities → Second space.
• 🔊 The sounds of nature: c Settings → Sound and vibration → Natural sounds can be included in background noises (rain, forest, ocean) for relaxation.
• 📱 App cloning: allows you to use two accounts in the same messenger (for example, two WhatsApp) → Annexes → Cloning of applications.

In the models with MIUI 14/15 And we got Xiaomi HyperOS, which is a lightweight shell for smooth operation, to activate it:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 10 times on the version MIUI.
3. In the menu that appears, select Switch to HyperOS.

Note: After switching to HyperOS, some themes and widgets from the MIUI It may not work properly.We recommend backing up before activation.

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