How to set up the language on Xiaomi devices: smartphones, TV, smart appliances

Xiaomi devices are some of the most popular in the world due to their combination of price and functionality, but sometimes users face an unexpected problem: the system displays menus in an unfamiliar language. This can happen after buying a gadget abroad, resetting settings or updating firmware. Depending on the type of device (smartphone, TV, smartwatch or router), the process of changing the language is different — and not always intuitive.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the language on Xiaomi devices in 2026, including hidden settings for regions with limited localization, POCO, Mi TV And even on Yeelight smart bulbs, if the interface suddenly became Chinese, English or otherwise, and we'll focus on workarounds for devices without Russian firmware by default, using the default Russian firmware. ADB-commands and third-party applications.

1. Change of language on Xiaomi smartphones (MIUI)

On MIUI smartphones (including Redmi, POCO, Mi), the language changes through the standard settings menu, but if the interface is in Chinese or another unfamiliar language, it can be difficult to find the right item.

Open the settings (cog icon).

• 🔍 Find an icon with a picture of the globe (usually this is the section "Additional" or "Language and region").
• 📱 On some versions MIUI Path: Settings → The phone. → All parameters. → Language and input.
• 🌐 In the list of languages, choose Russian (Russia) or Russian (Ukraine) - depending on the available options.
• ⚙️ If there is no Russian, tap on Add language (batch"+") And find him manually.

Newer versions of MIUI (14+) may require rebooting the device after changing the language, and if the language is reset again after the change, this is a sign of regional locking (see the circumvention section).

2. Features for different versions of MIUI

The process of changing the language may vary depending on the firmware version, and the key differences for popular versions are as follows:

On Chinese firmware (China ROM), Russian is usually not listed, in which case only flashing to the global or European version of MIUI will help.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) K50 Gaming) changing the language can cause your Mi Account to reset. Check if your account is linked to your device before changing, or you risk losing access to features like Find Device.

3. Change of language on Mi TV and Mi Box TVs

On Xiaomi Mi TVs (including Mi TV 4S, Mi TV Q1, Mi TV A2) and Mi Box S, the language change process has its own nuances, the main problem is the lack of Russian in the standard list on Asian versions of firmware.

Instructions for Android TV:

1. Open the Settings (the gear icon in the upper right corner).
2. Go to the Device → Settings → Personal → Language.
3. If there is no Russian, choose English (USA) – this will make navigation easier.
4. Use the MoreLocale 2 app to add Russian (requires) ADB-access).

For models with PatchWall (Indian firmware):

• 🌍 Russian can be hidden. Try to type in the search for settings the request language.
• 🔄 If the language resets after the update, turn off the automatic update to Settings. → On TV. → Updating the system.

Make sure your TV is connected to the Internet |Remember the current language (in case of rollback) | Download APK MoreLocale 2 to a flash drive |Plug the keyboard over Bluetooth for easy input-->

On Google TVs (such as Mi TV Q2), Russian is usually available by default. If it is not available, check the region of your Google account – it must be set to Russia or Ukraine.

4. bypassing restrictions: how to add Russian to Chinese firmware

If your Xiaomi device is originally designed for the Chinese market (China ROM), Russian will not be available in the settings.

Method 1: Installation of global firmware

The most reliable method is to reflash the device to a global or European version of MIUI.

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires Mi Account binding).
2. Download the official firmware for your model from en.miui.com.
3. Install firmware via Mi Flash Tool or TWRP.

Method 2: Use of the ADB-team

For experienced users, the ADB (Android Debug Bridge) method is suitable, which allows you to manually add Russian without flashing:

adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.Settings$LanguageSettingsActivity


adb shell settings put system user_locale ru_RU




adb shell settings put system system_locales ru_RU,en_US

Once you have completed the commands, restart the device. This method works on most models, but may reset after the system update.

Method 3: Applications for localization change

Applications like MoreLocale 2 or SetEdit allow you to manually change language settings, but they require root rights or other language settings. ADB-You can download them from APKMirror.

⚠️ Note: On devices with a blocked bootloader, an attempt to change language settings through ADB This can lead to soft-brick (the device will only boot in fastboot mode). PC Suite.

5. Changing the language on Xiaomi smart devices (IoT)

Xiaomi’s smart devices — Mi Band watches, Yeelight lamps, Mi Robot robot vacuum cleaners — can also have language settings, but the process is different from smartphones.

Smart watches and fitness bracelets (Mi Band, Amazfit)

On the Mi Band 7/8 and Amazfit GTR/GTS, the language is changed via the Mi Fitness or Zepp app.

1. Open the app and connect to the bracelet.
2. Go to the Device Profile → Settings → Language.
3. Choose Russian from the list.

If there is no Russian, update the bracelet firmware through the app. For the Mi Band 6 and older, an alternative firmware from the community (such as Notify & Fitness) is also available, which adds support for additional languages.

Robot Vacuum (Mi Robot Vacuum)

In the Mi Home app, the vacuum cleaner interface language is tied to the language of the app itself, to change it:

• 📱 Open Mi Home → Profile → Settings → Language of the application.
• 🌐 Choose Russian.
• 🔄 Restart the application – the vacuum cleaner language will change automatically.

Smart lamps and sockets (Yeelight, Aqara)

Yeelight and Aqara devices don’t have language settings in the usual sense – their interface (voices, notifications) depends on the language of the voice assistant (Google Assistant, Alice) or the Mi Home application.

1. In Mi Home, go to the device settings.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Region.
3. Set Russia or Ukraine.

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If the devices stopped showing after changing region in Mi Home, add them manually again. To do this, click + → Add device → Select a category and follow the instructions.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When changing the language on Xiaomi devices, users often encounter common errors, and let’s look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Russian language is not on the list

Reasons:

• 📦 Chinese firmware installed (China) ROM).
• 🔄 The device was purchased in a region where Russian is not supported (e.g. India, Europe).
• 🛠️ The firmware is modified by the manufacturer (for example, on some POCO for India).

Solution: Use one of the methods of circumventing restrictions (section 4) or install custom firmware (for example, xiaomi.eu).

Problem 2: Language resets after update

This is typical for Chinese-based devices that receive updates through Xiaomi servers for China.

• ❌ Turn off automatic updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔧 Install an update blocker (e.g., Disabler for Xiaomi app).
• 📥 Manually download and install global updates from en.miui.com.

Problem 3: The keyboard doesn’t work after changing the language

Sometimes, after a language change, the system keyboard (Gboard or Mi Keyboard) starts to glittle.

1. Go to Settings → System → Language and input → Keyboard.
2. Turn off the current keyboard and turn it on again.
3. If the problem persists, install an alternative keyboard (e.g. SwiftKey).

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On Chinese firmware (China ROM), some system applications (such as Mi Video or Mi Music) can continue to display content in Chinese even after the system changes language, due to regional restrictions on Xiaomi services.

7. How to check the current firmware and region of the device

Before you try to change the language, it is important to understand what firmware is installed on your device, and the availability of Russian and how to add it depends on this.

To find out the firmware version and region:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and the device model.
3. Look at the end of the version: Global -...GM... or...EEA... (Europe). China -...CN...India -...IN...

An example of decryption of MIUI version 14.0.5.0.TLMCNXM:

• 14.0.5.0 is the MIUI version.
• TLM is the model code (Redmi Note 12 Pro+).
• CN is a region (China).
• XM is a firmware type (stable).

If your firmware is Chinese (CN), But you want Russian, you will either have to change the firmware or use it. ADB-For global and European firmware, Russian is usually available by default.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions