How to change the font Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro: all working ways

The standard MIUI font on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro is not popular with all users, some find it too small, some not stylish, and some just want to diversify the appearance of the interface. Fortunately, the manufacturer and third-party developers offer several ways to change the system font without having to refashion the device.

In this article, we will analyze all current methods - from built-in tools. MIUI 12/13/14 before using the applications and ADB-You will learn how to install a new font safely, what formats are supported, and what to do if the phone starts to "glut" after the changes. 9 Pro with global and Chinese firmware - they are different!

Before you start, check the version of your MIUI in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. This depends on the availability of certain features. We also recommend backing up your data – especially if you plan to use ADB or third-party utilities.

1. Standard font settings in MIUI

To start with, the simplest of them is the built-in options: Xiaomi allows you to change the size and style of the font without additional tools, but the choice is limited.

To open the font settings menu:

1. Go to Settings. → Screen.
2. Select font size and style (in some versions of MIUI - just Font).
3. Here you will see a slider to resize and a list of available styles (usually 2-3 variants).

Limitations of the method:

• 🔹 Only 2-4 system fonts are available (depending on version) MIUI).
• 🔹 No way to download custom fonts.
• 🔹 Settings are reset after firmware update.

If you don't like the standard set, go to the following ways, but first check if there are any additional options hidden:

2.Changing font through MIUI themes

A more flexible way is to use themes from the official MIUI Themes store, many of which include not only wallpaper and icons, but also custom fonts. Here's how it works:

Step 1. Open the Topic app (Brush icon on your desktop).

Step 2: In the search box, type in English: font or typeface. You can also use Chinese characters (if you have Chinese firmware).

Step 3. Select your favorite theme and click Apply. The font will change automatically.

Pros of the method:

• 🎨 A wide range of styles (from minimalist to decorative).
• 🔄 It is easy to return the standard font – just change the topic.
• 🛡️ Safe – all topics are checked by Xiaomi.

Cons:

• 💰 Some topics are paid (price from 10 to 50 rubles).
• 🔄 When changing the topic, not only the fonts change, but also other interface elements.
• ⚠️ The Chinese version of the store is all the more choice, but registration with a Chinese phone number is required.

If you haven’t found a suitable theme, try downloading the font manually – more about that in the next section.

3. Installation of custom fonts through applications

For those who want to install any typeface in.ttf or.otf format, third-party applications are suitable.

• 📱 iFont supports more than 1000 fonts, there is a Russian-language interface.
• 📱 FontFix – specializes in Xiaomi and Redmi devices.
• 📱 ZFont 3 – allows you to install fonts without root rights.

Instructions for iFont (on the example of Redmi Note 9 Pro):

1. Download and install iFont from Google Play.
2. Launch the application and select the Online tab (online library) or Local tab (if the font is already downloaded to the device).
3. Find your favorite font and click Download.
4. After downloading, tap Set → select MIUI in the firmware list.
5. Confirm the installation and restart the phone.

⚠️ Note: Apps like iFont require permission to change system files. If the font has not changed since installation, check if Installation from unknown sources is enabled for this application in the security settings.

Where to download fonts for installation?

• 🌐 Google Fonts is a free library from Google.
• 🌐 DaFont – thousands of fonts for every taste.
• 📁 Save the font file (.ttf or.otf) to the Download folder on your phone.

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Before installing custom font, check its compatibility with Cyrillic. Some Western fonts do not support Russian characters, which will cause the menu to display squares.

4. Change font through ADB (for power users)

If previous methods have failed or you need full control, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is suitable for the Redmi Note 9 Pro with any version of MIUI, but requires a connection to a computer.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 Installed drivers ADB and Fastboot.
• 📄 A font file in.ttf format (e.g. Roboto-Regular.ttf).

Step-by-step:

1. Download and unpack Google’s Platform Tools.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (Tap 7 times) Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging on USB
3. Connect the Redmi Note 9 Pro to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.
4. Open the command line (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools and execute: adb devices (should display your device).
5. Copy the font to the system folder: adb push C:\path\k\font\Roboto-Regular.ttf /sdcard/
6. Set the font as system: adb shell su mount -o rw, remount /system cp /sdcard/Roboto-Regular.ttf /system/fonts/ chmod 644 /system/fonts/Roboto-Regular.ttf reboot

⚠️ Attention: Wrong commands ADB This can lead to loss of warranty or buildup of the device. If you are not sure about your actions, use other methods.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔧 Full control of fonts (even system fonts can be replaced).
• 📁 Support for any.ttf/.otf-file.

Disadvantages:

• 🛠️ Skills required to work with ADB.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI font may be dropped.

5. Reset font to factory settings

If after experimenting with fonts, the interface started to display incorrectly (hieroglyphs instead of letters, no characters), return the standard settings.

Method 1. Through the themes menu:

1. Open the Topic app.
2. Go to My subjects. → Standard.
3. Press Apply.

Method 2. Through settings:

1. Go to Settings → Screen → Font size and style.
2. Choose Standard or Default.
3. Reboot the phone.

Method 3: Complete reset (if the font "broke" the system):

1. Create a backup copy of the data.
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Choose Reset all settings (does not delete files) or Delete all data (complete cleanup).

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If you lost characters in menus or apps after changing the font, you probably installed the font without Cyrillic support, in which case only resetting or installing another font will help.

6. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make the choice easier, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:

Recommendations:

• 🔹 For beginners: Use themes MIUI or iFont.
• 🔹 For the experienced: ADB gives maximum freedom.
• 🔹 If you need to temporarily change the font (for example, for screenshots), applications will be suitable.
• 🔹 Themes are better for permanent change – they have less impact on stability.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you change the font to the Redmi Note 9 Pro, users encounter common errors.

Problem 1: The font has changed, but some applications show a curve.

Solution: This means that the app uses its own font. Try:

• Update the application to the latest version.
• Clear the application cache in Settings → Applications.
• Use a different font with all the characters.

Problem 2: After installing the font through ADB, the phone does not turn on.

Solution: You've probably replaced the critical system font to restore:

1. Load to Fastboot (clip Power + Volume down).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute: fastboot erase system fastboot flash system.img (requires original firmware for your model).

Problem 3: There are no suitable fonts in the theme store.

Decision:

• Try changing the region in your Mi Account to China (more topics).
• Use a VPN to access the Chinese version of the store.
• Download the font separately and install via iFont.

Check if USB debugging is enabled (for ADB)

Update the iFont app to the latest version

Restart your phone after installing the font

Try another font (possibly the current one is damaged)

Reset the theme settings to standard

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