Modern smartphones, including the popular Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro, allow users to deeply personalize the interface, turning a standard device into a unique gadget. One of the most noticeable details that people pay attention to when looking at the screen is the top status bar, which displays time, signal level and, of course, battery power. The standard battery icon offered by the manufacturer by default can seem boring or not informative enough, which encourages owners to look for ways to change it.
The process of customizing the MIUI interface on this model does not require superuser rights or complex system reprogramming. There are several proven methods to replace a familiar icon with a more stylish or functional one. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the options available, from official themes to hidden settings that will help you customize the visual display of energy exactly the way you want.
Before we start to change, it is worth noting that the Redmi Note 10 Pro runs on the Android operating system with the shell MIUI (or HyperOS in newer versions), which has its own features of rendering graphics. Any manipulation with system elements requires accuracy, but the methods described below are completely safe for the hardware of the device and will not lead to loss of warranty if you act according to the instructions.
Official themes in the app Mi Topics
The easiest and safest way to change the look of a battery icon is to use the built-in Themes app, which Xiaomi has created a huge design ecosystem where designers from around the world publish their work, often including unique styles for charge indicators, a method that requires no additional software installation and is fully integrated into the system.
To get started, you need to run the Themes app on the home screen or in the Tools folder. In the search box, type in queries like “Battery,” “charge,” or “Minimal” to find the right options. When choosing a theme, pay attention to the screenshots in the description: designers usually show what the status bar will look like, including the percentage of charge and the shape of the icon.
- 🎨 Open the Topics app and go to the Profile tab in the lower right corner.
- 🔍 Click on the “Themes” button and search for a keyword like “iOS Battery” for your iPhone style.
- ⬇️ Download your favorite theme and click “Apply” by selecting the option “Apply All” or only “System Style».
It is important to understand that using a theme changes not only the battery icon, but also other interface elements such as lock wallpaper, sounds and application icons. If you are interested only in the energy indicator, after applying the theme, you can go back to the theme settings and selectively disable unnecessary components, leaving only the style of the system.
Set up the percentage display inside the icon
Many users want to not just change shape, but make the display of charge more informative by placing exact percentages directly inside the battery circuit. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro, this is a standard feature that is often hidden or turned off by default. Activating this mode allows you to instantly estimate the running time without additional actions.
To enable this option, go to the basic settings of your smartphone through the gear icon. Find the Notifications section and the status bar (the path may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI, sometimes it is always on and lock).
There are several options for displaying numbers that are worth considering:
- 🚫 Hidden: only a graphic indicator without numerical values is displayed.
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If you don’t see any changes after you turn on the percentage display, try switching the theme to the standard “Classic” in the Themes app, as some third-party designs may block the system font settings.
It is worth noting that on some versions of the firmware, the location of this switch can be changed. If you do not find the right option in the specified menus, search for the settings: just type the word “percentage” or “charge” at the top of the settings menu, and the system will prompt the desired item.
Use of third-party applications for customization
If you don't have the ability to use standard themes, you can use specialized apps from the Google Play Store, like Battery Widget Reborn or Super Status Bar to create a completely unique widget or even replace the status bar with a custom one, which gives you maximum creative freedom.
But these applications have their own peculiarities: They often require advanced permissions, including over-the-box access and special features, to work properly, so that the application can draw its interface over the system interface, and installing them requires attention to permission requests.
Risks of using third-party battery launchers
The setup process usually goes like this: you install the app, select the battery design from a vast library (neon, retro, minimalism), adjust the colors and size, and then activate the status bar replacement mode. After that, the standard Xiaomi icon will disappear, and in its place the option of your choice will appear.
Engineering menus and hidden codes
For advanced users who want to dig deeper than standard settings, there is an access to the engineering menu, which is a hidden part of the system designed for testing equipment, but it also contains parameters that affect the display of information on the screen, accessed through a special set of commands in the "caller".
Enter the code ##6484## or ##4636## in the phone app, and the CIT menu or test menu will open, and you can check the battery status, temperature and charging cycles, which is useful for diagnosing if the battery icon is not behaving properly (for example, it shows 100% and turns off abruptly).
| Parameter | Description | Impact on the interface |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Info | Technical information on ACB | There is no direct effect, only diagnosis. |
| UI Demo Mode | Store demo mode | Changes the status line to the advertising line |
| LED Test | Checking of notification indicators | LED testing (if any) |
Be very careful with the engineering menu. Changing unknown parameters can lead to unstable system operation. In the context of changing the battery icon, this menu is more useful for checking the correct operation of sensors than for visual customization, but it is necessary for every Redmi owner to know about its existence.
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Modification of system files (for experienced)
The most radical method available only to users with unlocked bootloader and Root rights is to directly replace the system’s graphics resources, which allows you to embed any, even the most unique icon, that is not in any topic, but it requires knowledge of the Android file structure.
You will need a file manager with access to the root folder (such as Root Explorer or Root Explorer). MT The graphics battery cells are usually in the directory. /system/framework/framework-res.apk or in system resources UI. You need to find files with names like stat_sys_battery.png Replace them with images of the same size.
⚠️ Warning: Directly editing system files without backing up can lead to a smartphone bootloop. If you're unsure of what you're doing, you'd better limit yourself to topics.
After replacing the files, you need to clear the Dalvik/ART cache and restart the device. If a new icon does not appear or an artifact (black square) appears, then the size or format of the image does not match the original, in which case you will need to restore from the backup via Recovery mode.
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Modifying system files is the only way to get a completely unique icon, but it carries high risks for system stability and requires the presence of Root rights.
Frequent problems and their solution
During the setup process, Redmi Note 10 Pro users may encounter a number of typical issues, such as the battery icon may disappear completely or become a black square once the theme is installed, often due to a conflict between Android versions and the theme created for an older or newer MIUI shell.
Another common situation is that the icon does not change color depending on the energy saving mode. In the standard Xiaomi theme, when energy saving is turned on, the icon often turns yellow. Third-party themes can ignore this system flag, leaving the color unchanged, which can be disorienting to the user.
- 🔄 Reset theme: If the interface is not working properly, return to the standard theme "Classic" through the Themes app -> Profile -> Topics -> Classical.
- 🧹 Cache Clearing: Go to Settings → Annexes → All applications → Topics and click “Clear Data” and “Clear Cache».
- 📱 Reboot: A banal but effective action is a complete reboot of the device after any changes to the system have been applied.
If the battery icon is not displayed correctly (twitches, flashes), this may indicate not a software problem, but a malfunction of the display plume or the battery itself, in which case software methods will not help, and you will need a diagnosis in the service center.