How to make an inscription on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi Note 9: all the ways and nuances

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 lock screen is not just a security feature, but also a personalization feature. Many users want to add contact information, motivational phrases, or even a joke to make the smartphone unique. However, standard MIUI settings don’t always offer an obvious way to do this. Depending on the firmware version (MIUI 12/13/14) and regional menu features, some features may differ, and some features may be hidden.

In this article, we will discuss all the working methods for adding text to the lock screen, including built-in tools and workarounds, and explain what restrictions the system imposes on the format and length of the inscription, and how to avoid errors in setting up. If you want to have the owner's name, phone number or any other information on the locked screen, read on.

1. Standard method: through MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in MIUI options. It works on most firmware versions, including the Redmi Note 9 with MIUI 12.5 and later. However, in some regional builds (for example, for Europe), this menu item can be hidden or renamed.

To add the inscription:

1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
2. Select Text on the lock screen (or Lock screen signature in new versions).
3. Enter the text you want (up to 30 characters in most versions).
4. Save the changes and check the result by locking the screen.

⚠️ Note: If the text item on the lock screen is not in the menu, then your version MIUI This is not directly supported by the system, so move to alternative methods (sections 2 and 3).

The standard label is displayed at the bottom of the screen in small print, and you can use it to:

• 📞 Phone numbers (in case of loss of device).
• 👤 Name of the owner (for example, "Return Igor, +7...").
• ⚡ Motivational phrase or quote.

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2. Alternative method: through "Security" (for the purpose of MIUI 13/14)

In newer versions of MIUI (starting with the 13th), the text addition function was moved to the Safety section, which is suitable for the Redmi Note 9 if the standard path did not work.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Security → Lock screen.
2. Select Additional Settings (or Advanced Settings).
3. Find the Signature of the lock screen and enter the text.
4. Confirm the changes with a password/pattern lock.

🔹 Nuance: In some firmware, this text is duplicated in the About Phone section. → Status as "Device Name." If you want to have the label on the lock screen only, use the method in Section 3.

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3. Use of the Notes widget for custom text

If the built-in methods don’t work, you can bypass the limitations with the Notes widget, which allows you to add arbitrary text (including emojis and line transfers), but has a disadvantage: the inscription will appear as a widget, and not as part of the system interface.

How to set up:

1. Add to the lock screen widget Notes (long press in free space → Widgets → Notes).
2. Create a new note with the desired text.
3. Adjust the size and position of the widget (you can stretch it over the entire screen).
4. Turn off the date/time display in the widget (in Notes settings).

⚠️ Note: Notes widget may conflict with other lock screen elements (e.g., clocks or notifications).If text doesn't fit, try:

• 📱 Reduce the font size in the widget settings.
• 🔄 Use abbreviations (e.g., "Tel. +7(9XX)XXX-XX-XX").
• 🎨 Change the background color of the note to transparent (if supported).

4. Hidden features: editing system files (for advanced)

For users with unlocked bootloaders and root rights, there is a way to change the system file that controls the text on the lock screen, a risky method that circumvents all limitations of MIUI.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can result in data loss or device "brick!

Instructions (requires Root Explorer or ADB):

1. Open /system/cust/prop/local.prop (or /vendor/build.prop in newer versions).
2. Add the line: ro.lockscreen.owner.info=Your text here
3. Save the file and restart the device.

🔹 Advantages of the method:

• 📝 There are no limits on the length of the text.
• 🎨 We can use it. HTML-tags for formatting (e.g, <br> line-transfer).
• 🔒 Text is displayed as a system (without a widget).

🔸 Deficiencies:

• 🛠️ Root and experience with system files is required.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI change may be reset.

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If you don’t want to risk root access but need long text, try using the Google Keep widget instead of standard Notes. It supports more characters and flexible formatting.

5. Limitations and frequent errors

Even if you've successfully added text to the lock screen, you can have problems.

1. Text is cropped or not placed

• 📏 Most versions MIUI Limitation: 30-50 characters.
• 🔠 Emojis take up more space (1 emoji) ≈ 2-3 characters).
• 📱 On high-resolution screens (FHD+) The text may look too small.

2. The inscription is not displayed

• 🔄 Restart the device after the changes.
• 📱 Check if the widget conflicts with other elements (watches, weather).
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3.Text is visible only after unlocking

This means that you have added it not to the lock screen, but to About Phone → Device Name. Delete the text from there and re-set it through Security or widget.

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If the text doesn't show after all the manipulations, check if Black Screen is on in the battery settings. It can block the widgets from displaying.

6. How to remove the inscription from the lock screen

If you decide to delete the text or it has become irrelevant, it is simple to do it:

For the standard inscription:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen (or Security).
2. Find the text item and clear the field.
3. Save the changes.

For the widget Notes:

1. Long tap on the widget → Delete.
2. Confirm the action.

For the system file (root):

1. Open /system/cust/prop/local.prop.
2. Delete ro.lockscreen.owner.info=....
3. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: After deleting the text through the system file, cache cleaning may be required (c Settings) → Memory. → Clear the cache) so that the changes take effect.

7. Additional personalization tips

The text on the lock screen is just one way to make the Redmi Note 9 unique. Here are some more ideas:

• 🎨 Change lock wallpaper: Use contrasting colors to make the text more visible. MIUI There is a built-in wallpaper editor (Settings) → Wallpaper).
• 🔔 Set up notifications: In Settings → Notifications → The lock screen can select which apps show notifications.
• 🔒 Add a second lock screen: In some versions MIUI Double lock screen (for work and personal use).
• 📱 Use themes: Themes can be downloaded design that includes custom fonts for text on the lock screen.

🔹 Advice for owners of Redmi Note 9 Pro: This model is available feature Always-on Display (AOD), It allows you to display text even on a screen that's turned off:

1. Go to Settings → Screen → Always-on Display.
2. Select the display style (in some firmware you can add custom text).

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If you lose your phone often, add not only a number to the lock screen, but also an email or social media address, which will increase the chances of the device returning.

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