How to change the language Xiaomi Redmi 7: all ways + error solving

Changing the interface language on the Xiaomi Redmi 7 seems like a simple task — as long as you don’t have the right language on the list or suddenly change the layout after the update. This model, released in 2019, is still in use, but its MIUI firmware (especially the global or Chinese version) can create unexpected difficulties, for example, after resetting the system sometimes “forgets” Russian, and in some regional firmware it is not at all initially.

In this article, we’ll look at all the working ways to change languages, from the standard path through settings to manually installing language packs through Recovery. We’ll focus on common mistakes: when a language is reset after a reboot, disappears from the list or is displayed in characters. If your Redmi 7 “spoke” in Chinese after you’ve been firmware or bought from AliExpress, here’s the solution.

Important: the instructions are relevant for all versions of MIUI 10/11/12, including global (Global), Chinese (China) and European (EEA) firmware. For models with custom firmware (for example, LineageOS), the methods may differ - this will be discussed separately.

1. Standard method: changing the language through settings

If your Redmi 7 already supports the language you want (like Russian or English) but it’s inactive, just follow a few simple steps.

Open the Settings app (cog icon) and follow the following steps:

1. Go to the Additional settings (or Additional settings in English).
2. Select Language and Input (Language & Input).
3. Click on the first line - Language.
4. In the list of available languages, find the desired one (for example, Russian or English) and tap on it.
5. Confirm your choice by clicking Ready or OK.

The system will automatically reboot the interface, and all menus, notifications, and keyboards will change. If the language is not on the list, move to the next section.

Check the version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Connect to Wi-Fi to download language packs

Charge your phone at least 50%

Make a backup copy of important data-->

What if the language is reset after the reboot? This is a typical problem for Chinese firmware (China ROM).

⚠️ Note: If the language becomes Chinese again after the reboot, then the device has firmware installed without support for many languages (Single-Language). ROM). In this case, only reflashing to the global version will help. MIUI.

2. Manual language addition through regional settings

On some versions of MIUI 11/12 for Redmi 7, the desired language can be hidden, and to activate it, you need to change the region of the device:

Steps to add Russian (similar to other languages):

1. Open Settings → Additional settings → Language and input → Region.
2. Choose a country where the desired language is official (for example, Russia for Russian, Ukraine for Ukrainian).
3. Go back to the language menu and check if it appears on the list.
4. If the language is not displayed, restart the phone.

This method doesn't always work, but it does unlock hidden languages in 60 percent of cases, and if it doesn't work, go to the language pack installation method.

3. Installation of the language package through Recovery (for experienced)

If the standard methods didn't work, and you don't want to reflash your phone, you can manually install a language package through Recovery, which is suitable for Chinese firmware and requires a TWRP or a standard Mi Recovery.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the language package for your version of MIUI (for example, from the MIUI Russia forum).
2. Rename the file to lang_pack.zip Put it in the root of the phone’s internal memory.
3. Turn off Redmi 7 and press Volume Up + Power to enter Recovery.
4. In the menu, select Install (or Install), find the file. lang_pack.zip and confirm installation.
5. Once completed, restart the phone.

Critical: Do not install language packs from other versions of MIUI – this can cause system failure and the need for complete flashing.

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Before installing the package via Recovery, back up the data in the Backup menu, which will save your contacts and apps if something goes wrong.

4.Reflashing to the global version of MIUI (radical solution)

If all previous methods fail, you just have to reflash your phone to a global version of MIUI (e.g. MIUI Global Stable), which is guaranteed to add support for all major languages, including Russian, Ukrainian, Kazakh and others.

What will be required:

• 📱 Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and Mi Flash Tool.
• 🔗 Fastboot Firmware for Redmi 7 (you can download it on the official website).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 🔋 Charging the phone at least 70%.

Step-by-step:

1. Unpack the downloaded firmware in a folder on the computer.
2. Turn off Redmi 7 and press Volume Down + Power to enter Fastboot mode.
3. Connect your phone to your computer and start the Mi Flash Tool.
4. In the program, click Select, specify the path to the folder with the firmware, then Refresh (should appear). COM-port).
5. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.
6. Wait for the process to complete (5-10 minutes) and restart the phone.

After flashing the language, you can change it in the standard way (see section 1). Please note: this method erases all data from the phone!

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Reflashing to global MIUI is the only reliable way to add Russian to the Chinese version of Redmi 7. However, it also removes all restrictions of regional firmware (for example, blocking Google services in Chinese models).

5. Solving problems after changing language

Even after a successful language change to Redmi 7, there may be problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Part of the interface is still in Chinese

• 📱 This happens if the language pack is not fully installed. Try resetting the application settings that display the characters (Settings). → Annexes → [name] → Warehouse → Clear the data).
• 🔄 If it doesn’t work, reinstall the language pack or flash the phone again.

Problem 2: The keyboard doesn't change the language

• ⌨️ Open any field to enter, swipe the space left/right to switch the language.
• 🔧 If it doesn’t work, go to Settings. → Additional settings → Language and input → Gboard keyboard (or other keyboard) → Languages and add the required manually.

Problem 3: Language resets after MIUI update

• 📲 This is typical of beta firmware, so the solution is to roll back the update or wait for a stable release.
• 🔒 If the reset happens constantly – set the block updates through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Three points. → Settings → Auto-update (off).

⚠️ Attention: If after changing the language, the phone starts to brake or overheat, most likely, the language package conflicts with the firmware.

6. Alternative methods: third-party applications and launchers

If you can't change the language, but you need at least a temporary solution, you can use third-party tools, which won't replace the MIUI language files, but they will help you adapt the interface to your needs.

Method 1: Installation of an alternative launcher

• 🏠 Try launchers like Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher – they support many languages regardless of the system.
• 📲 After installing the launcher, select it as the main one in Settings. → Annexes → By default. → Launcher.

Method 2: Interface Translation Applications

• 🌐 Google Translate has a camera translation feature, so you can point it over your smartphone screen and all the text will be displayed in the right language.
• 📱 MoreLocale 2 (requires root) allows you to force the language to change for individual applications.

These methods will not replace the full-fledged language change of the system, but will help to temporarily solve the problem until you find a more reliable solution.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When you change language to Xiaomi Redmi 7, users often make the same mistakes, and we collected the most common ones and explained how not to repeat them.

Mistake 1: Downloading a language pack not for your MIUI version

• 🚫 What happens: After installing the wrong package, the phone goes to bootloop (infinite reboot).
• ✅ How to avoid: Always check the firmware version in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI And download the package just for her.

Mistake 2: Interrupting the Flashing Process

• 🚫 What happens: The phone turns into a brick (not turned on).
• ✅ How to avoid: Do not turn off the cable USB and don't leave the Mi Flash Tool until the process is 100% complete. USB 2.0 on a computer.

Error 3: Install custom firmware without unlocking the bootloader

• 🚫 What happens: The phone is locked with the words This device is locked.
• ✅ How to avoid: Before installing unofficial firmware, unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool.

⚠️ If you bought Redmi 7 from hand and do not know if the bootloader is unlocked, check this with the command fastboot oem device-info in the app. ADB. If Device unlocked: false, the bootloader is blocked.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions