How to change the size of the widget on Xiaomi Android smartphones: all ways

Xiaomi widgets allow you to quickly access important information, from weather and calendar to smart home management. However, standard sizes often fall short of expectations: some take up too much space on the screen, others look uncomfortablely small. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to resize widgets on Xiaomi smartphones with the shell of MIUI, including hidden settings and solutions for problem cases.

It's important to understand that the customization options vary depending on the MIUI version and the device model. For example, on the Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 14, the algorithm may differ from the POCO X5 with MIUI 13. We'll look at general-purpose methods, and we'll also point out the nuances for specific firmware versions. If you're faced with a widget that doesn't scale or sticks when you change size, there are solutions in the article for these cases.

Before you start setting up, make sure that your device has the current version of MIUI installed. Some features (such as flexible resizing widgets) only appeared in MIUI 12.5+. Check the version in the Settings menu → About Phone → MIUI version.

1. Standard way to change the size of the widget

Most widgets on Xiaomi support basic scaling right on the desktop, a technique that works on all models with MIUI 11 and newer, but has limitations: not all widgets can be stretched arbitrarily, and some (like the Google Search widget) don’t scale at all.

To resize:

1. Press and hold your finger on the widget you want to change until the action menu appears.
2. Release your finger - around the widget will appear a frame with markers at the corners.
3. Drag the markers inward (to decrease) or outward (to increase).
4. Click on the free screen space to save the changes.

Note that some widgets (such as Mi Fit or Xiaomi Home) have fixed zoom steps, meaning you can’t set an arbitrary size – just one of the predefined options (such as 2×2, 3×2 or 4×2 cells).

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If the size change markers don't show up, try moving the widget to another screen first, sometimes resetting the system's constraints.

2. Features for MIUI widgets and third-party applications

Xiaomi widgets (e.g. Weather, Calendar, Notes) typically support flexible scaling, while third-party widgets (e.g. WhatsApp or Spotify) often have strict limitations.

If the third-party app widget doesn't scale, check:

• 📱 App Version – Update it to Google Play.
• ⚙️ Widget settings – some applications (e.g, KWGT) Allows you to adjust the size in your menu.
• 🔄 Reinstall the widget – remove it from the screen and add it again.

⚠️ Note: On some models POCO custom-made firmware (e.g, POCO Launcher) standard widgets MIUI They may be unstable, and in this case, try changing the launcher to a standard launcher or upgrading it.

3.Size change via launcher settings

If the standard method does not work or you need advanced settings, you can use the hidden parameters of the MIUI launcher. This method is suitable for advanced users and requires accuracy.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Go to About Phone and tap 5-7 times on the MIUI version line to activate the developer mode.
3. Return to the main Settings menu and open Additional → for developers.
4. Find the option to Allow resizing widgets (or similar) and enable it.
5. Reset the device.

Then try resizing the widget in the standard way, and if the option is not on the developer menu, then your version of MIUI doesn't support it, and only a change of launcher (in the next section) will help.

4.Using third-party launchers for flexible setup

If you don't like the built-in MIUI, you can install an alternative launcher, which will allow you not only to freely scale widgets, but also to customize their transparency, style and even animation.

• 🌟 Nova Launcher – supports arbitrary resizing of widgets, setting up the desktop grid and gestures.
• 🎨 Action Launcher – convenient for creating adaptive widgets and quick access to functions.
• 🔧 Lawnchair is an open source lightweight launcher optimized for Android.
• 📱 POCO Launcher – the official launcher from Xiaomi, but with advanced settings (suitable for all models).

To install a third-party launcher:

1. Download the selected application from Google Play.
2. Open it and follow the setup instructions (usually you need to allow access to the default settings).
3. In the launcher menu, find the Desktop Settings → The size of the widgets (the name may differ).
4. Activate the option Free Scaling or Customized Grid.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party launchers, some widgets MIUI (For example, theme store or quick commands may not work properly. Before installing, check user reviews of your Xiaomi model.

Backup your desktop (via Settings → Desktop → Backup)

Check the compatibility of the launcher with the Android version (in the description in Google Play)

Disable battery optimization for launcher (Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization)

Prepare a list of frequently used widgets for quick customization-->

5. Solving problems with “stuck” or non-scalable widgets

Sometimes widgets on Xiaomi fail to respond to attempts to resize them, which can be due to launcher failures, shell conflicts, or cache errors.

Problem 1: The widget does not respond to touch when trying to change size.

• 🔄 Reboot the device – it will reset temporary launcher errors.
• 🧹 Clear the launcher's cache: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Launcher → Clear the cache.
• 📱 Remove the widget from the screen and add it again.

Problem 2: The widget returns to its original size after the change.

• 🛠️ Check if there are restrictions in the launcher settings (for example, fixed grid).
• 🔧 Turn off Adaptive icons in the theme settings (Settings) → Theme → Additionally).
• 📦 Reinstall the application to which the widget belongs.

Problem 3: The widget appears blurry or cropped after zooming.

• 🖼️ Try changing the screen density in the developer settings (optimum value is 440-480 dpi for Xiaomi).
• 🔍 Check if the mode is enabled Traffic Saving in the settings SIM-maps – it can block the loading of graphics for widgets.

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If the widget still doesn't scale, it's probably a restriction in the app itself, and then you just have to contact the developer or use an alternative widget.

6.Creating adaptive widgets with KWGT

For users who need unique widgets with complete customization freedom, the ideal solution is the KWGT (Kustom Widget Maker) application, which allows you to create widgets from scratch or edit ready-made templates, including resizing, shape and animation.

How to set up an adaptive widget in KWGT:

1. Install KWGT and KLWP (for live wallpaper) from Google Play.
2. Open KWGT and choose Create a new widget or download a ready-made template from the library.
3. In the editor, find the Size section and set the settings: Width: Auto (or fixed value in pixels) Height: Auto Min Width/Height: 100px (minimum dimensions)
4. Save the widget and add it to the desktop.
5. Now it can be stretched as you like – KWGT automatically adjusts the content to the new size.

Advantages of KWGT:

• 🎨 Complete design freedom – from colors to fonts.
• 📊 Dynamic data (weather, battery, network) updated in real time.
• 🔄 Support for gestures and interactive elements.

Important: Widgets created in KWGT can consume more RAM than standard. If your Xiaomi smartphone has less than 4 GB of RAM, limit the number of such widgets on the screen.

7.Desktop optimization after changing widgets

After setting up the widgets, the desktop may look overloaded or too empty. Here are some optimization tips:

• 📏 Set up screen grid: In most launchers (including standard screen screen) MIUI) You can change the number of rows and columns — 5×6 or 6×6 large-screen smartphones.
• 🔳 Use folders: Combine rarely used widgets into folders (such as Smart Home or Finance»).
• 🎨 Transparency and Style: In the theme settings (Settings) → Theme) you can change the style of widgets to make them more compact.
• 🔄 Auto Sort: Enable the option of Auto Sort applications in the launcher settings so that widgets do not shift when installing new programs.

Also pay attention to gestures – they will help you interact with widgets faster:

• 👆 Swipe up/down on the weather widget for detailed forecast.
• ☝️ Double-tap on the calendar widget to create a new event.
• 🔘 Long-Tap on the Smart Home Widget for Quick Access to Devices.

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