How to change the font in the settings on Xiaomi: 3 proven ways

Changing the standard font on a Xiaomi smartphone is one of the first tasks for users who want to personalize the MIUI interface. By default, the system offers a limited set of fonts, but even these are enough to radically change the appearance of menus, messages and applications. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to change the font, from standard settings to hidden functions that are not written in the official instructions.

It's important to understand that the ability to change fonts depends on the version of MIUI and the device model. For example, POCO F5 with MIUI 14 has more options than Redmi Note 10 with MIUI 12.5. We tested all methods on current firmware in 2026 and weeded out outdated tips that no longer work. If you're looking for a way to make the interface unique, read on.

Method 1: Standard font change via MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI options. It does not require superuser rights and is suitable for 90% of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models.

1. Open the “Settings” (cog icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Screen section (on some firmware - Additional → Screen).
3. Select the Font or Font Style item.
4. Scroll through the list of available fonts and tap on your favorite option.
5. Confirm the changes with the Apply button.

The list of standard fonts usually includes:

• 📛 Mi Sans is Xiaomi’s signature font optimized for high-resolution screens.
• 📜 Roboto is a classic font from Google, used in Android by default.
• 🎨 SF Pro – Apple font, available on some firmware (may be absent due to licensing restrictions).
• 📱 Product Sans – a variant of Google, often found in the MIUI 13+.

If you have fewer than 4 options on your list, it means that the firmware is limited by the manufacturer, in which case move on to the next method.

Method 2: Install custom fonts through themes

MIUI allows you to install custom fonts through the theme store, but with important caveats: first, not all fonts from the store are compatible with your firmware version; second, they can reset once the system is updated; however, this method gives you access to dozens of custom options.

Installation instructions:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the Fonts section (may be in the Category submenu or Personalization).
3. Select the font you like and click Apply.
4. Confirm the download if required.

Warnings:

• ⚠️ Not all fonts support Cyrillic. Check user reviews before installing.
• ⚠️ Fonts from the theme store may contain advertisements in the form of watermarks on some characters.

If the desired font is not in the store, you can try to download it manually through the.ttf file.

1. Download a font in.ttf or.otf format (for example, from the Google Fonts website).
2. Place the file in the MIUI/theme/fonts folder (a file manager with access to system folders may be required).
3. Reset the device.

Method 3: Change fonts through ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don't work, you can change the font systemically through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer connection and basic command line knowledge, but gives you complete control over the typography. Importantly, the wrong commands can cause the interface to crash, so back up the data before you start.

Step-by-step:

1. Enable USB debugging in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times, then go back to Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.
3. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb shell


su




mount -o rw,remount /system




cp /sdcard/Download/yourfont.ttf /system/fonts/




chmod 644 /system/fonts/yourfont.ttf




reboot

Where yourfont.ttf is the name of your font preloaded to the Download folder.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔧 Full control of the system fonts.
• 📱 The ability to install any.ttf font, including premium options.
• 🔄 Changes will persist after updates (unless system files are affected).

Risks:

• ⚠️ The wrong command can lead to bootloop ( looped boot).
• ⚠️ Some banking applications can block devices with modified system files (SafetyNet trigger).

Comparison of methods of changing fonts on Xiaomi

To choose the best method, compare all three methods on key parameters:

For most users, the best solution will be a combination of standard settings and theme store. The method with ADB is suitable only for those who are willing to risk the stability of the system for the sake of a unique design.

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If you want the safest way possible, use standard settings or theme store. ADB is recommended only for experienced users who are ready for possible crashes.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you change the font, you often encounter common errors, and here's how to fix them:

Problem 1: The font has changed, but in some applications it has remained standard.

Solution: Some applications (like WhatsApp or Telegram) use their own fonts, and you need to force the system font to:

1. Open the application settings.
2. Find the option “Use system font” (if any).
3. Reinstall the application (in extreme cases).

Problem 2: After changing the font through ADB, the device does not boot.

Solution: This means that the font file is corrupted or incompatible, and to restore the work:

1. Load into Recovery Mode (clip Power + Volume up).
2. Connect to your PC and do through ADB:

adb shell


mount /system




rm /system/fonts/yourfont.ttf




reboot

If that doesn't help, you'll need a re-flash.

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

Solution: Try:

• 🔍 Use it. VPN Access to regional topics (some fonts are only available in China).
• 📥 Download the font manually and install through the file manager (as described in Method 2).
• 🔄 Update the firmware - in new versions MIUI more.

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Before experimenting with fonts, back up through Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset. This will allow you to quickly restore the system if you crash.

How to Get Back Standard Font

If the new font is disappointing or causing problems with the display of text, you can return the original settings in a few steps.

If you have used standard settings:

1. Go to Settings → Screen → Font.
2. Choose Mi Sans or Roboto (depending on the model).
3. Confirm the change.

If you install a font through the theme store:

1. Open the Topic app.
2. Go to My My → Fonts.
3. Find the current font and click Delete.
4. The system will automatically return to the standard version.

If you changed the font through ADB:

1. Connect to the PC and do:

adb shell


su




mount -o rw,remount /system




rm /system/fonts/yourfont.ttf




reboot

If you have replaced the system font (e.g. Roboto-Regular.ttf), it needs to be restored from a backup or reflashed.

The best fonts for Xiaomi in 2026

So the typefaces you choose depend on your preferences, some people like strict grotesques, some people prefer handwritten versions, and we tested dozens of fonts and we selected the top fonts.-5 for MIUI:

1. Mi Sans (standard)

• ✅ Optimized for Xiaomi screens.
• ✅ Supports all languages, including Cyrillic.
• ❌ It may seem too technical».

2. Google Sans

• ✅ Readable and modern.
• ✅ It looks good on small screens (Redmi Note series).
• ⚠️ It may not be available in older versions. MIUI.

3. Product Sans

• ✅ Used in Google materials - familiar to the eye.
• ✅ Good support for emojis.
• ❌ It takes up more memory than standard fonts.

4. Noto Sans

• ✅ Supports all Unicode symbols (including rare ones).
• ✅ Free and open.
• ❌ It may look too “neutral” to be considered».

5. SF Pro (Apple)

• ✅ Elegant and minimalist.
• ✅ It reads great on AMOLED-screen.
• ⚠️ May not be available in the store because of licensing restrictions.

To install any of these fonts (except Mi Sans), use Method 2 (theme store) or Method 3 (ADB).

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