Double clocks on the lock screen Xiaomi is a common problem that occurs after MIUI updates, changing the themes of design or widget conflict. Users are faced with the fact that the time is displayed twice: standard clock system duplicated widget from Mi Home, Google or a third-party application, this not only spoils the appearance, but can indicate a malfunction of the shell.
In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to remove duplicate watches - from basic MIUI settings to advanced methods using ADB. Particular attention will be paid to the nuances for different versions of firmware (from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14) and smartphone models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X4 Pro, Xiaomi 12T, etc.).
Why are there double watches on Xiaomi?
Duplication of clocks is not an accident, but a consequence of several MIUI mechanisms working simultaneously.
- 🔄 Widget conflict: Installed simultaneously system clock and widget from Google (for example, At a Glance) or Mi Home.
- 📱 Design theme error: Some custom themes from the Mi Theme Store contain built-in clocks that are superimposed on the system.
- ⚙️ Failure after update: B MIUI 13/14 The clock-duplicating bug appears after the update OTA.
- 🤖 ADB-commands or modifications: If you have previously changed system settings ADB, It could have duplicated the timeline.
For example, on the POCO F4 with MIUI 14, double watches often appear after activating the Weather on the Lock Screen function, which automatically loads the widget with time. On the Redmi Note 11, the problem may be related to the operation of the Mi Fitness app, which adds its watch to display steps.
Method 1: Disabling widgets on the lock screen
The easiest way is to manually remove the extra widgets.
- Unlock your smartphone and go to the lock screen (press the power button or swipe down on the home screen).
- Make a long tap on the empty space of the lock screen until the edit menu appears.
- Find the Widget icon (usually at the bottom of the screen) and tap it.
- In the widget list, look for duplicate clocks (like Google Watch or Weather and Time) and swipe left to delete.
If the widget is not removed by the swipe, try:
- 🔧 Go to Settings → Lock screen → Widgets and disable unnecessary.
- 🚫 Remove an app that adds a widget (such as Mi Home or AccuWeather).
Make sure the widget is not associated with important notifications (weather, calendar)
Check if other data will disappear from the lock screen
Take a screenshot of the current settings (in case of rollbacks)
Reboot your smartphone after the changes-->
⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, POCO F5) Watch widgets can be linked to system services, and their removal can affect the work of "Quick Teams" or "Smart Assistant".
Method 2: Resetting themes of design
If the double watch appeared after installing the custom theme, return the standard design:
- Open Settings → Theme.
- Select “My Topics” and find an active topic (checked).
- Select it and select "Remove" (or "Reset").
- Activate the standard MIUI Default theme.
For MIUI 14, check out the following:
- 🎨 B Settings → Lock screen → Select the "Classic" watch style".
- 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes changes only apply after a reboot.
| Xiaomi model | Typical Cause of Double Clocks | Recommended solution |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11 | Conflict of Mi Home widgets and system clock | Remove the Weather widget from the lock screen |
| POCO X3/X4 | Error after upgrading to MIUI 13 | Resetting themes of registration + reset |
| Xiaomi 12/13 | At a Glance widget by Google | Disable in Settings → Applications → Google |
| Mi 11 Lite | Castomy theme with built-in clock | Return the standard theme "MIUI Default" |
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If you have a double clock after resetting the theme, try turning off the lock screen animation in Settings → Lock screen → Animation. Sometimes this helps reset the widget cache.
Method 3: Disabling system services through ADB
For advanced users: If the watch widget is not removed by standard methods, it can be disabled via ADB. This method works on MIUI 12-14, but requires an unlocked bootloader or developer rights.
Instructions:
- Activate USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (tap 7 times) → Additional settings → For developers.
- Connect your smartphone to your PC and open Command Prompt (or Terminal on Mac/Linux).
- Enter the commands in turn: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.weather2 pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.apps.nexuslauncher
- Reset the device.
If the double watch adds Mi Fitness, use:
pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.hm.health⚠️ Note: Disabling system packages may disrupt the associated functions. com.miui.weather2 Remove the weather widget forever – it will have to be restored through resetting settings.
List of safe to disable packets
Method 4: Manual editing of system files (root)
If you have root rights, you can delete duplicate clocks by editing system files, a method that works for Xiaomi on MIUI 12-14, but requires caution.
Steps:
- Install Root Explorer or Solid Explorer with root support.
- Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiSystemUI/MiuiSystemUI.apk/res/layout/
- Find files with names keyguard_clock.xml or miui_keyguard_clock.xml.
- Make a backup copy of the file, then edit it by removing duplicate lines from <Clock>.
- Save the changes, set the rights 644 and restart the device.
On some firmware MIUI 14 The clock is duplicated because of the file /system/media/theme/default/com.android.systemui/keyguard_clock.xml. Its editing requires additional integrity checks after changes.
⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can lead to bootloop ( looped boot).Before changes, create a full backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox.
Method 5: Reset the lock screen settings
If previous methods didn’t help, reset the lock screen settings without losing data:
- Go to Settings → System and device → Resetting.
- Select Reset the Lock screen settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
- Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.
After discharge:
- 🔄 Configure the lock screen again, avoiding adding clock widgets.
- 📱 Check if the double clock has returned after applying the theme.
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Resetting the lock screen settings only removes widgets, wallpaper and watch style, and your data (photos, apps, accounts) will remain intact.
What do you do if nothing helps?
If double clocks remain despite all attempts, consider the following options:
- 📲 Firmware rollback: On some devices (for example, POCO F3) The bug appears after the update before MIUI 13.0.4. rollback to the previous version may help.
- 🛠️ Custom firmware installation: Firmware like Pixel Experience or LineageOS doesn’t have this bug, but requires an unlocked bootloader.
- 📧 Xiaomi Support Appeal: Report the Bug Through Settings → Review or official Mi Community. Specify device model and version MIUI.
For Xiaomi 13 Pro and other flagships with MIUI 14, sometimes disabling the Smart Lock Screen feature helps:
- Go to Settings → Lock screen → Smart lock screen.
- Turn off the "Weather" and "Recommendations" options.
- Reset the device.