How to change the font on Xiaomi Redmi: 5 working ways with examples

Changing the font on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is one of the most popular features of customization of the interface. Unlike iOS, where users are limited by system settings, MIUI firmware offers flexible tools for personalization. However, not everyone knows that the capabilities depend on the version of the shell, the device model and even the firmware region.

For example, owners of Redmi Note 12 Pro+ with global version of MIUI 14 may face the lack of some options available in Chinese firmware. and on budget models like Redmi 10A, font choice is often limited to 3-4 options. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the font, from standard settings to install custom solutions through ADB and third-party launchers.

⚠️ Note: Change system fonts on Xiaomi using informal methods (for example, through Magisk or manual file editing in the app). /system/fonts) This can cause you to lose warranty or soft-brick.Before experimenting, back up your data in Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

1. Standard font change via MIUI settings

The easiest and safest way is to use the built-in shell options, which is suitable for most Redmi models on MIUI 12-14, but the fonts available depend on the firmware version.

To change the font:

1. Open the Settings → Screen.
2. Select the Font option (on some devices it is hidden in Additional screen settings).
3. Scroll through the list of available fonts. Usually there are Mi Sans (standard), Roboto, SF Pro (similar to the font of the iPhone), and 1-2 regional variants (for example, Noto Sans for Cyrillic support).
4. Tap your favorite option to apply it. The changes will take effect immediately, without rebooting.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI For example, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G) The font list can be reduced to 2-3 options due to localization. To access the full set, you will need to change the firmware region to Global or China (see section 4).

If the desired font is not in the list, check for system updates: sometimes Xiaomi adds new options through Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system. MIUI 14.0.5 Mi Sans SemiBold font with improved readability AMOLED-screen.

2. Installation of fonts through MIUI Themes

The official MIUI Themes app allows you to download not only wallpaper and icons, but also fonts, which works on all Redmi models with MIUI 11 and newer, but requires an Internet connection.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Topics app (brush icon on desktop).
• 🔍 In the search bar, enter a font or font (in English, the results are more than).
• 🎨 Choose your favorite theme with the font. Pay attention to the rating and the number of downloads - this will help to avoid low-quality packages.
• 📥 Click Download, then Apply. The font will install automatically.

MIUI Themes has both free and paid fonts (costs range from 50 to 300 rubles).

• 🖋️ Google Sans is a clean font from Google, similar to Roboto, but with more modern proportions.
• 🖋️ OnePlus Slate – a serif font that improves the readability of long texts.
• 🖋️ Pixel Font – imitation of the font from the Google Pixel smartphones.

⚠️ Note: Some fonts from the MIUI Themes may not display correctly in third-party apps (e.g. Telegram or WhatsApp) because the apps use their own text rendering libraries.

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If, after installing the font from Temes, the characters in some apps have become squares, return the standard font in the screen settings and restart the phone.

3. Use of third-party launchers (Nova, Apex, Hyperion)

If you don't like the limitations of MIUI, you can install an alternative launcher that supports changing fonts, which doesn't change the system font, but allows you to customize the inscriptions on your desktop, in the menu of applications and widgets.

The best launchers for Xiaomi Redmi:

To change the font in Nova Launcher:

1. Install the launcher from Google Play and make it the main one (a sentence will pop up when you first start).
2. Download the Nova Google Companion plugin (it adds support for Google Sans fonts).
3. Press the finger free space on the desktop → Settings → Appearance → Font.
4. Choose one of the options offered or upload your.ttf file through the file manager.

🔹 Important: Launchers change the font only in their interface. System applications (Settings, Phone, Messages) will remain unchanged.

4. Manual font change via ADB (for advanced)

If you need to install custom font at the system level (for example, Montserrat or Fira Code), you can use the ADB command. This method works on Xiaomi Redmi with an unlocked bootloader and enabled debugging over USB.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB This may cause data loss or device failure. Follow the instructions accurately and make sure you have a backup.

Steps to change the font through ADB:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (includes adb.exe).
2. Turn it on on the phone: 🔧 Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Press 7 times to activate Developer Mode). 🔧 Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB.

adb devices

(The name of your device should appear).

.ttf

MiSans-Regular.ttf

platform-tools

adb push MiSans-Regular.ttf /sdcard/


adb shell




su




mount -o rw,remount /system




cp /sdcard/MiSans-Regular.ttf /system/fonts/




chmod 644 /system/fonts/MiSans-Regular.ttf




reboot

Once you reboot, the font will change throughout the system. If something goes wrong (like the phone doesn't boot), return the original MiSans-Regular.ttf file via TWRP or reflash the device.

5. Install fonts via Magisk (root access)

For users with an unlocked bootloader and Magisk installed, there is a more flexible way - modules for changing fonts. TTF/OTF-fonts without risk of damaging system files.

Popular modules for Xiaomi Redmi:

• 📦 FontManager – supports over 500 fonts, has a preview.
• 📦 iFont is a simple interface, integration with MIUI Themes.
• 📦 TypeFace – allows you to assign different fonts to different applications.

Installation instructions:

1. Install Magisk and check the Root status in the app.
2. Download a module (e.g. FontManager) in.zip format from the XDA Developers forum.
3. In Magisk, go to Modules → Install from storage and select the downloaded file.
4. After installation, restart the phone.
5. Open the module app (like FontManager) and select a font from the library or download your own.

⚠️ Note: Some modules are in conflict with MIUI If after installing the font, the phone starts to brake or overheat, turn off optimization via Magisk (disable module). MIUI Optimization).

Make a backup copy of the data|Check the version. MIUI (Settings → The phone)|Unlock the loader (if required)|Install Magisk and check root access|Download the font in.ttf or.otf format-->

Problems and Solutions: Why the Font Has Not Changed

Even following the instructions, Xiaomi Redmi users sometimes encounter errors, and let’s look at the typical problems and their solutions:

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📋 Font compatibility with your version of Android (on Redmi with Android 13 fonts for Android 10 may not work).
• 📋 Free space in memory (for installing fonts through the MIUI Themes requires at least 500MB).
• 📋 No conflicts with other Magisk modules (e.g. Xposed or EdXposed).

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On devices with MIUI 14 and later, some methods (e.g., replacing fonts via ADB) can be blocked by MIUI Protection, in which case only custom firmware installation (e.g., Pixel Experience) will help.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing font to Xiaomi Redmi