How to change the font on Xiaomi: 5 working ways to MIUI 14 and 13

Changing the font on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most popular customizations among MIUI users. Standard system fonts can seem boring or unreadable, especially on high-resolution screens. Fortunately, the manufacturer provides several ways to change the font – from official themes to manual implementation through ADB or Recovery.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of changing fonts on Redmi, POCO and Mi devices running MIUI 13/14 (including HyperOS).You will learn how to install the font through Settings → Themes, third-party applications like iFont, and what to do if the desired font is not displayed in the list.

Important: The procedure is different for devices with unlocked and locked bootloader. If you are a beginner, start with the official methods (sections 1-3), and advanced users will need manual installation instructions via TWRP or Magisk (sections 4-5).

1.Official method: change font through MIUI Themes

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in theme feature in MIUI. The manufacturer offers dozens of free and paid fonts that are installed in a few clicks. This method works on all Xiaomi devices without root rights and does not require unlocking the bootloader.

To change the font:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the Fonts section (the tab at the bottom of the screen).
3. Select your favorite font from the list (for example, Mi Sans, Roboto or SF Pro).
4. Click Apply and confirm the change.

Some fonts may require purchase (between 50 and 300 rubles). Free options are usually limited to basic sets. If the desired font is not on the list, it can be downloaded through MIUI Theme Editor (see section 3).

2. Install fonts via APK: iFont app

If built-in fonts aren’t enough, use a third-party iFont app that allows you to install.ttf files from the Internet or local memory.The method works on most Xiaomi devices without root permissions, but requires you to enable installation from unknown sources.

Instructions:

1. Download iFont from Google Play.
2. Download your favorite font in.ttf format (for example, from DaFont or Fontsquirrel sites).
3. Open iFont, click Local and select the downloaded file.
4. Press Set. → Apply.
5. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: Some fonts may not support Cyrillic or special characters. Before installing, check the file through Font Viewer (available in the same iFont). Also avoid fonts from suspicious sources - they may contain malicious code.

Download APK iFont from the official store|Enable installation from unknown sources in security settings|Check the font for Cyrillic support|Make a backup copy of the current font (via MIUI Themes)|Restart the phone after installation-->

3. Manual font addition via MIUI Theme Editor

For advanced users who want to add their font to the System Menu of Themes, MIUI Theme Editor is a good method, which requires a computer and an ADB, but allows you to integrate the font into the system as if it was installed officially.

Step-by-step:

1. Download MIUI Theme Editor from GitHub.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times press to unlock the developer mode).
3. Copy the font file (.ttf) into /sdcard/MIUI/theme/.
4. In MIUI Theme Editor, create a new theme, add a font and compile a.mtz file.
5. Import theme through the Themes app on your phone.

This is a way to create custom themes with unique fonts, but it requires knowledge. ADB-The team may not work on the latest versions. MIUI 14 due to security restrictions.

4. Install fonts via TWRP (for unlocked bootloader)

If your Xiaomi device has an unlocked bootloader and has custom TWRP recaps installed, you can replace the system fonts manually.This method gives you complete control over the typography, but requires caution - an error can lead to a "bootloop" ( looped boot).

Instructions:

1. Download the font archive for MIUI (for example, from the XDA Developers forum).
2. Move the archive (.zip) to the phone's memory card.
3. Download to TWRP (press Power + Volume Up when you turn on).
4. Select Install → Specify the path to the archive → Swipe for confirmation.
5. After installation, run Wipe Dalvik/Cache and restart.

⚠️ Note: Not all fonts are compatible with MIUI. Use only archives dedicated to your model and firmware version. For example, fonts for Redmi Note 10 may not work on your own hardware. POCO F5 Due to the different screen resolutions and DPI.

5. Replace fonts through Magisk (for rooted devices)

If your Xiaomi has root access through Magisk, you can use the font replacement modules.This method is flexible and safer than manual replacement via TWRP, as changes are easy to roll back.

How to install font through Magisk:

1. Download a font module (such as FontPack or MiFont) from XDA.
2. Open Magisk Manager → Modules → Install from storage.
3. Select the downloaded module and wait for the installation.
4. Reset the device.

The advantage of this method is the ability to quickly return the standard font by disabling the module in Magisk. However, not all modules support the latest versions of MIUI 14 and HyperOS, so check the reviews on the forums before installing.

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Before installing custom fonts via Magisk or TWRP, back up /system/font to the recavator, which will help restore the system if the new font causes errors.

6. Problem Solving: The font doesn't change or the system is dyeing

If after changing the font there are problems - the text is displayed in characters, applications fly out or the phone does not load - use these tips:

• 🔄 Reset to: Go to Settings → Topics → My themes and choose a standard theme.
• 📱 Cleaning the cache: In Settings → Annexes → App management find themes and clear the cache.
• 🔧 Recovery through TWRP: If the phone doesn’t load, swipe the original font.ttf through the Recovery.
• 🚫 Blocking unofficial fonts: On some firmware MIUI Support for third-party fonts is disabled - check the developer settings (Settings) → Additionally. → For developers → Turn off font checks).

⚠️ Note: On devices with a locked bootloader (Redmi for the Russian market), manual font replacement can lead to a factory reset:

fastboot oem device-info

If the answer is Device unlocked: false, use only official methods (sections 1–2).

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On devices with HyperOS (the new Xiaomi shell), some methods may not work. Before installing fonts, check compatibility with your firmware version through the 4PDA or XDA forums.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing fonts to Xiaomi