How to change the size of icons on the Xiaomi phone: all ways for MIUI

The size of the icons on Xiaomi’s screen is one of the key elements of personalizing the interface. Too large icons take up precious space on the desktop, and small ones make navigation difficult, especially on devices with large screens. In this article, we will examine all the official and hidden methods of resizing icons, including launcher settings, display parameters and even editing system files for advanced users.

It's important to understand that the customization options vary depending on the MIUI version and the smartphone model. For example, the Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 14 has some options available, while the Poco X5 Pro with MIUI 15 has others, and we'll look at the general-purpose solutions that work on most devices, and we'll also point out the features for specific firmware versions.

If you want to not only resize your icons, but also optimize the location of your widgets or hide unnecessary icons, at the end of this article you will find bonus tips for fine-tuning your desktop. And for those who like experimentation, we will reveal methods using ADB and third-party launchers.

1. Standard method: settings of the MIUI launcher

The easiest method is to use built-in launcher tools, which is suitable for most Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices on MIUI 12-15.

1. Long press on the free desktop space (not on the icon!).
2. Select the screen settings (or Home Screen settings in new versions).
3. Go to the section Size of icons or layout.
4. The choice of one of the proposed options: Standard, Large, Very large.

Some devices (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra) have a slider that can adjust the size of your icons from 75% to 125% smoothly, and if you don’t have one, your version of MIUI doesn’t support it.

• ✅ It works without root rights and additional programs.
• ⚠️ On some models (Poco) F5, Redmi K60) The option is hidden in the submenu.
• 🔄 Changes apply immediately, but may be reset after the update MIUI.

⚠️ Note: If after changing the size of the icons became blurred, check the screen density settings in Settings → Display. → Text size. Sometimes the system automatically scales not only icons, but also fonts.

2. Change the size of icons in folders

The icons inside folders are set up separately from the main icons on the desktop, which is convenient if you need to save space in frequently used folders (such as Social Networks or Games).

Instructions:

1. Open any folder on your desktop.
2. Touch three points (⋮) top-right.
3. Select Change View → Size of badges.
4. Install one of three options: Small, Medium, Large.

MIUI 14+ also has folders that can sort by alphabet, color, or frequency of use, which helps you find the right apps faster, even if the icons are reduced.

If you need to put more apps in your folder than MIUI allows, consider using folder widgets from third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher or Hyperion).

3. Hidden settings: editing system parameters

For advanced users willing to work with ADB, there is a way to fine-tune the size of the icons through system settings, which works on all versions of MIUI, but requires a connection to a computer.

Steps:

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (7 times click on version, then return to Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put global icon_size_scale 0.85 where 0.85 — scale ratio 0.7 before 1.3).
3. Reboot the launcher with the command: adb shell am force-stop com.miui.home

This method allows you to set the size of the icons to an accuracy of 0.01, but can lead to graphic artifacts on some themes of design.

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• 🔧 Suitable for MIUI 12-15, including Poco Launcher.
• ⚠️ Does not work on devices with a blocked bootloader (Redmi) 10A, Poco M5).
• 🔄 After updating MIUI settings are reset.

⚠️ Attention: Change of parameter icon_size_scale below 0.7 It can make the text under the icons unreadable — 0.75–1.2.

4.Use of third-party launchers

If the built-in MIUI settings don't suit you, the best solution is to install an alternative launcher.

• 🌟 Nova Launcher – supports icon scaling from 50% to 150%, adaptive folders and gestures.
• 🎨 Hyperion Launcher – optimized for Xiaomi, retains branded chips MIUI.
• ⚡ Lawnchair – lightweight open source launcher and fine grid setting.
• 🔄 Poco Launcher – Xiaomi’s official launcher for the Poco line, but it works on any device.

Example of settings in Nova Launcher:

1. Install a launcher from Google Play.
2. Long press on the desktop → Settings.
3. Go to the desk. → Size of icons.
4. Select a value or enable Adaptive Icons for automatic zooming.

The advantage of third-party launchers is the ability to adjust not only the size, but also:

• The distance between the icons (retreats).
• Style of folders (pop-up, cascading, grid).
• Animations at opening/closing.
• Hiding tags under badges.

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If after installing the launcher MIUI widgets (weather, steps) are missing, return them through Settings → Applications → Smart widgets.

5. Features for specific Xiaomi models

Some devices have unique settings or limitations. Consider the most popular models:

On the Xiaomi Pad (tablets), the Multiwindow function is available, where the size of the icons in the dock panel is adjusted separately.

1. Drag the application to the dock panel (bottom of the screen).
2. Long press on the icon in the dock → Change the size.
3. Choose Small, Medium or Large.

Poco devices with MIUI for Poco have a hidden Smart Scaling option that automatically reduces icons when you have a lot of widgets. It is enabled through Settings → Special Features → Display Size.

6. Problem Solving: Icons don't change size

If standard methods do not work, check the following points:

• 🔍 Design theme: Some themes from the Mi Theme Store block icon size resizing. Try switching to a standard theme.
• 🔄 Launcher Cash: Clear the cache of the com.miui.home app at Settings → Annexes → Application management.
• 📱 Developer Mode: Enable Forced Rendering GPU in the settings for developers – this can solve the problem with the display.
• 🔧 Update MIUI: On some devices (e.g. Redmi) 9A) The bug with the fixed size of the icons is corrected only in MIUI 13.0.5+.

If the icons change but look blurry:

1. Check the screen resolution in Settings → Display → Resolution (must be FHD+ or higher).
2. Turn off Adaptive Brightness – sometimes it affects rendering.
3. Install theme with support for Vector Icons (vector icons do not lose quality when zooming).

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI Global Stable (for example, Redmi Note 11) after resetting the launcher can disappear folders from the desktop.

7. Additional tips for setting up the desktop

Changing the size of the icons is only part of customization, and here are some more useful tweaks for Xiaomi:

• 📐 Desktop grid: In Screen settings → The layout can be selected as the number of rows and columns (for example, 5×6 opportunistic 4×5).
• 🖼️ Transparency of folders: B MIUI 14+ Folder background transparency is available (from 0% to 100%).
• 🔕 Hiding icons: To remove unnecessary icons, use the App Vault feature (long-press) → Hide applications).
• 🎨 Color accents: In Settings → Registration → Colors can be set the color of icons and folders for wallpaper style.

For lovers of minimalism:

1. Hide the search bar: long click on the desktop → Settings → Search bar → Hide.
2. Remove tags under icons: Use the Nova launcher or Minimal UI theme from the Mi Theme Store.

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On devices with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T) Dark themes and minimalist icons save up to 15% of battery life.

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