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

The standard font on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones doesn’t always suit users: some want a more modern design, some want improved readability, and some just tired of a tired Roboto or MiSans. Fortunately, MIUI firmware offers several ways to change the system font – from built-in tools to custom solutions. In this article, we will analyze all current methods, including hidden functions and potential risks.

It’s important to understand that the ability to change the font depends on the version of the MIUI and the device model. For example, flagships like Xiaomi 14 or POCO F6 Pro have more options than the budget Redmi Note 12. Some methods also require unlocking the bootloader or root rights, which can affect the warranty.

If you've never changed your system settings, don't worry: most methods don't require technical skills. But before any manipulations, we recommend backing up your data via Settings → About Phone → Backup. This will take 5-10 minutes, but will save you from losing contacts or photos if you crash.

1.Changing fonts through built-in MIUI themes

The easiest and safest way to do this is to use official themes from MIUI Themes, which works on all devices without any additional permissions and does not violate the warranty.

1. Open the Themes app (the icon with a brush on your desktop).
2. Go to the Font tab in the lower menu.
3. Scroll through the list of available fonts or search for keywords (e.g., “bold”, “sans”, “monospace”).
4. Click on the font you like, then select Apply.

Among the popular free options:

• 🔹 MiSans - Standard font MIUI, Available in multiple weights (Light, Regular, Bold).
• 🔹 Roboto is a classic font from Google, suitable for fans of “pure” Android.
• 🔹 SF Pro – a font from Apple, ported to MIUI (You may need to purchase a topic).
• 🔹 Product Sans – used in Google logo, looks modern.

Note that some fonts may be paid (between 50 and 300 rubles) and check how the font looks in real time before buying, for which there is a preview function in the theme store. Also note that after changing the topic, the font may reset to the standard one, in which case it will have to be used again.

2. Installation of fonts through APK-files without root)

If you don't have many built-in options, you can manually install the font through.ttf or.apk files, which doesn't require root rights, but it doesn't work on all versions of MIUI. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Download a.ttf or.apk font from a trusted source

Check the version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Enable installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Rights)

Create a backup copy of the current font (optional)

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For installation:

1. Download a font in.ttf format (for example, from DaFont or Google Fonts sites) or a ready-made.apk file (for example, iFont from APKMirror).
2. If you have.ttf: Copy the file to /sdcard/MIUI/theme/fonts/ (create it if it doesn’t exist). Open the Themes → Fonts → Local app and select your font.

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• Install. APK-file, pre-allowing installation from unknown sources.
• Launch the app, select a font and click Set (reboot may be required).

⚠️ Note: Some fonts from third-party sources may contain malicious code. download files only from trusted sites (e.g. Google Fonts, Fontsquirrel) and check them through VirusTotal before installing them.

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If the font does not apply, try renaming the.ttf file to the English layout without spaces (for example, "myfont.ttf" instead of "my font.ttf").

3. Using ADB to change font (advanced method)

For users willing to work with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), there is a way to replace the root-free system font, a method that works for MIUI 12-14 and requires a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux and established ADB (Download Platform Tools).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to unlock the developer menu, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔤 Font in.ttf format, renamed DroidSansFallback.ttf (for the main font) or Roboto-Regular.ttf (to replace Robototo).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with the platform-tools.
3. Follow the commands: adb devices (must display your phone) adb shell su mount -o rw, remount /system cp /sdcard/Download/DroidSansFallback.ttf /system/fonts/ chmod 644 /system/fonts/DroidSansFallback.ttf reboot

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause data loss or a device "brick" if you're not sure what you're doing, you better use other methods. MIUI The font may be reset and the procedure will have to be repeated.

4. Change font through Magisk (for root devices)

If your Xiaomi is unlocked and Magisk installed, you can use the font replacement modules, which offer maximum flexibility but requires technical skills.

Popular modules for Magisk:

• 📌 FontManager – allows you to install fonts from ZIP-archive.
• 📌 MiuiFontChanger - a specialized module for MIUI.
• 📌 LSPosed + FontHook – for dynamic font replacement without modifying system files.

Instructions for FontManager:

1. Download the module from XDA Developers.
2. Install it through Magisk Manager.
3. Download the font in.ttf format and place it in /sdcard/FontManager/.
4. Restart the phone and select the font in the module settings.

Advantages of this method:

• ✅ It works on all versions. MIUI.
• ✅ Supports dynamic font change without rebooting.
• ✅ You can set several fonts and switch between them.

⚠️ Note: Using Magisk voids the warranty and can cause problems with banking applications (due to the SafetyNet trigger). TWRP.

5. Solving problems after changing font

Sometimes, when you change the font, you get bugs: characters instead of letters, app crashes, or you can't get back the standard font. Here's how to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting your phone to factory settings (Settings → About Phone → Settings Reset) and this will return the standard font, but delete all the data from the device.

6.The Best Fonts for Xiaomi in 2026

The typeface you choose depends on your preferences: surf serifs are good for reading, sans-serifs are good for interfaces, and monowidths are good for programmers. We tested dozens of options and selected the top ones.-5:

• 🏆 Noto Sans - supports 100+ Languages, ideal for multilingual users.
• 🎨 Manrope - modern geometric font, reads well on screens AMOLED.
• 👨‍💻 Fira Code - a monowire font with ligatures for programmers.
• 📱 Inter – Optimized for mobile screens, free for personal use.
• 💎 SF Pro – premium font from Apple, requires the purchase of a theme in MIUI.

Use the methods in the previous sections to install these fonts. If you want to test the font before installing it, use online services like Google Fonts or Font Squirrel to see how the text will look on the screen.

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Before choosing a font, check its license! some fonts (e.g. SF Pro) are prohibited for commercial use without purchasing a license.

Comparison of methods of changing fonts on Xiaomi

For most users, the best way to do this is to use the first or second method. If you like experimentation and risk taking, try ADB or Magisk. Remember, on devices with a locked bootloader (most of the official firmware), the ADB and Magisk methods won't work without first unlocking.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing font to Xiaomi