How to display the speed of the Internet on the phone Xiaomi

Smartphone users today are used to having complete control over their device, and knowing the current connection speed becomes a critical parameter. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices often face the need to monitor traffic in real time, whether to diagnose problems with the provider or just for the sake of interface aesthetics. The standard MIUI shell or the new HyperOS provides basic tools, but they are not always obvious at first glance.

In this article, we will take a look at all the available methods for inferring information about network activity, learn how to activate the built-in functions of the system that are hidden by default, and learn about proven ways to expand functionality through third-party software, which will allow you to always be aware of how fast your data is loading at the moment.

Whether you're using 4G/5G mobile or home Wi-Fi, the setup methods are pretty much identical, and the key is to navigate the settings menu correctly and understand what permissions are required to make the widgets work properly. Let's get to the details of your device.

Built-in MIUI and HyperOS shell capabilities

Xiaomi’s shell has powerful built-in monitoring tools that users often ignore, such as the standard Task Manager and Control Center, where the default traffic counter can be activated. However, to display the speed in kilobits or megabits per second, it often requires the activation of additional options in the developer menu or special status bar settings.

In the latest versions of MIUI 14 and HyperOS, developers have changed the logic of widgets. Now Internet speed is more often displayed not in the status bar, but as a separate widget on the desktop or in the notification curtain. This is done to avoid overloading the interface with unnecessary numbers, but if necessary, the user can easily add this element. To access the basic network parameters, go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and check the relevance of the software.

⚠️ Note: The menu interface may vary slightly depending on the regional firmware version (Global, China, EEA) and a specific smartphone model.

If standard system tools fail to produce the exact speed in the desired format, it does not mean that the device malfunctions. Often the limitations imposed by the manufacturer on the standard launcher, in which case specialized monitoring applications come to the rescue, which integrate into the system at a deeper level.

Use of the "Security" application and widgets

One of the most effective native controls is the use of the system application Security, which has a wide range of functionality including memory cleaning and permission management, but also contains a useful Traffic module, which is where you can configure real-time speed mapping, if that option is available in your version of the software.

To activate monitoring, open the Security app and search for Traffic. The current speed is often displayed at the top of the screen, and when you click on the settings gear, you can find either "Display Speed" or "Floating Speed Window." If this switch is active but numbers don’t appear, try clearing the app’s cache through the Settings menu. → Annexes → All applications → Security.

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If the speed widget has stopped updating, try removing it from your desktop and adding it again through the widget menu, holding your finger on an empty area of the screen.

In addition, standard desktop widgets are worth considering. Unlike older versions of Android, modern Xiaomi launchers allow you to place informers directly on the home screen, which can show not only the speed, but also the amount of traffic used per month, which is extremely useful for tariffs with limited Internet.

• 📱 Open the widget menu with a long tap on the desktop.
• 📊 Find the category "Tools" or "Systems".
• ⚙️ Select the Traffic Monitor widget and drag it to the screen.
• 🔒 Check if the widget has access to data usage statistics.

Third-party applications for speed monitoring

When built-in features are not enough, third-party developers enter the arena. There are many applications in the Google Play store that specialize in displaying Internet speed, the leaders in this niche are Internet Speed Meter Lite, Network Speed Indicator and My Data Manager. These programs are lightweight and consume minimal battery life.

Once you install this app, you need to give it permissions. MIUI-based Android can aggressively close the background processes, so you need to fix the app in memory to keep the speed meter running, open the menu of running apps, find the monitor icon, and press the lock to prevent cleaning.

An important aspect of choosing third-party software is its impact on the autonomy of the device. Applications that constantly poll the network interface can slightly increase the charge consumption, but modern optimization algorithms Xiaomi minimize this effect.

Configure the display in the curtain of notifications

The notification curtain or Control Center is the most convenient place to place information about the network. In new versions of the Xiaomi shell, the control center is divided into two parts: the notification left, the switches on the right, and the Internet speed is most logically placed at the top of the screen or in the area of switches.

To set up, go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar. Here you can find the item "Display Connection Speed" (if available in your version). If there is no such item, use the curtain widgets. Swipe down, click on the edit button (usually a pencil or three dots), and add the speed widget from the list of available speeds.

⚠️ Note: On some global firmware, the status bar speed display function can be cut out software, unlike the Chinese versions.

If you use a third-party application, it can also integrate into the curtain, so you can find the Notification or Status Bar in the monitor app settings and activate it, and be sure to grant permission to Display on top of other applications, otherwise the system will block the output of numbers.

Solving problems with updating data

Often users are faced with a situation when the widget is installed, but the numbers on it are frozen or show zero. This is a classic problem of aggressive energy saving policy MIUI. The system tries to "sleep down" and stops polling the network module for the widget, considering it inactive.

To fix this, you need to manually configure autostart and no restrictions for the selected application or system service. Go to Settings → Applications → All applications, find your speed monitoring (or “Security”) and select Autostart. Also in the “Battery Savings” section, select “No Limits” option.

Another reason may be the conflict with VPN-If you're on the service. VPN, It can intercept traffic, and standard meters can't see the actual speed of packets going through the physical interface. VPN hypothetical.

Hidden functions and engineering menu

For advanced users, there is an opportunity to access more in-depth statistics through an engineering menu or a slate. ADB-But knowing the code ##4636## can be useful for checking signal quality, which directly affects the speed.

In the test menu, select Phone Information. You can see signal strength (RSSI) and connection type. A weak signal (-110 dBm or lower) will cause low speed, regardless of the display settings, in which case no widgets will help until the network coverage improves.

Using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) allows you to implement system widgets that are not available through a regular interface, but this requires a computer connection and having basic command line knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The most reliable way to get a stable speed display on Xiaomi is to use a proven third-party app with a customized auto-start and no battery limitations.