How to Make a Font More on Xiaomi Phone: All Ways to Get a MIUI

Small print on the screen of Xiaomi smartphone creates discomfort when reading messages, browsing websites or working with applications? The problem is solved in a few minutes — MIUI provides several ways to increase text, not only in the system menus, but also in individual programs. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for devices Redmi, POCO and Mi based on Android 13/14 with the shell MIUI 14/15.

It's important to understand that changing the font size affects not only convenience, but also the display of the interface. For example, too large text can crop menus or move controls. So we'll explain in detail how to choose the optimal size and avoid typical errors. And if standard settings don't help, we'll talk about hidden features and third-party solutions.

Method 1: Systemically changing font size in MIUI

The simplest and most versatile method is to use the built-in shell settings, which works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 and Mi 13, and does not require the installation of additional applications.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the Screen section.
3. Select Text Size (in some versions of MIUI, it may be called Font and Scale).
4. With the slider, adjust the font size. The available values are from Small to Very Large.
5. Click Ready or Apply to save the changes.

The changes will take effect immediately, but some apps (like WhatsApp or Telegram) may require a restart to properly display text. If the interface elements overlap after enlarging the font, try zooming in by one point.

⚠️ Note: on some models (e.g. Redmi) 10A or POCO M4 Pro) when the font is maximized, some text may be lost in the system notifications, in which case it is recommended to use the value Big, not Very Large.

Method 2: Scaling the screen (enlarging the entire interface)

If you don't want to just zoom in, you can zoom in on the whole interface, which is useful for visually impaired users, because it increases not only text, but also icons, buttons and other elements, but also note that when you zoom in, some content may not fit on the screen.

To activate this function:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Screen. → Screen size.
• 🔍 Choose one of the proposed scales: Standard, Large or Very Large.
• 🔄 Apply changes and wait for the interface to restart (may take up to 10 seconds).

Note that screen scaling affects all applications, including games and social networks. If some programs become incorrect after resizing, return the settings to their original state or use the visually impaired mode (which we will discuss later).

Method 3: Mode for the visually impaired (TalkBack and zoom in)

For users with severe vision problems, MIUI features a special TalkBack mode that not only enlarges the font, but also voices actions on the screen, and you can also enable zoom in, which works like a magnifier for individual parts of the interface.

These functions can be activated as follows:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities.
2. Select TalkBack and switch on the switch. The system will offer you a brief training.
3. To activate the Intensification, go back to Special Options and find the Enlargement or Loop.
4. Turn on the function and adjust the magnification multiplicity (values from ×2 to ×8) are usually available.

TalkBack mode changes the control of the phone, using gestures instead of the usual taps (like double taps to select an item), which may seem inconvenient, so it's best to use the mode only when urgently needed, but zoom in is more versatile, you can turn it on with triple taps on the screen.

Method 4: Change the font in individual applications

Some programs (e.g. Chrome, YouTube, or Facebook) allow you to adjust the font size regardless of system settings, which is convenient if you are comfortable with standard text in the rest of the interface, but in a particular application it is too small.

Here’s how to change the font in popular programs:

• 🌐 Google Chrome: Open the menu (three dots) → Settings → Special facilities → Size of text.
• 📺 YouTube: In the profile settings, select General → Size of text.
• 💬 Telegram: Settings → Appearance → Type size.
• 📘 WPS Office: Select View from the Document Menu → Scope.

In Xiaomi apps (such as Mi Browser or Mi Video), the font settings are often synchronized with the system settings, so you can’t change them separately. If the option is not in the program menu, try updating it to the latest version or using alternative applications with flexible settings (for example, Firefox instead of Chrome).

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In some messengers (for example, in Viber), the font size changes automatically when the system text is increased in MIUI. If the changes do not apply, restart the application.

Method 5: Install a third-party font with large characters

If the built-in settings don't work, you can set up a custom font with big characters, and MIUI has a Theme feature where you can download alternative fonts. Here's a step-by-step instruction:

1. Open the Themes app (brush icon on your desktop).
2. Go to the Font section.
3. Scroll through the list and select a font marked Large or Bold (such as Mi Lanshan Pro or San Francisco).
4. Click Apply and wait for the installation.

After you use the new font, the text will not only become larger, but also visually different from the standard. Note that some characters (for example, in Cyrillic) may not display correctly - this depends on the quality of the font. If you are not satisfied with the result, return the standard font in the same menu.

⚠️ Note: Installation of fonts from unverified sources (APK-files) may cause system failures. Use only official fonts from the Topics app.

Additional settings to improve readability

In addition to font size, other parameters such as contrast, color scheme and line spacing also affect the readability, and MIUI has a few hidden features that will help make the text even more legible:

• 🎨 Dark theme: reduces eye strain in the evening. Included in Settings → Screen. → Dark subject.
• 🔆 High contrast: Makes text clearer against a bright background. → Special facilities → High contrast.
• 📏 Line spacing: In some applications (e.g. Chrome) you can increase the distance between the lines for better readability.
• 🌓 Color filter: If you are disturbed by the blue glow of the screen, activate the filter in Settings → Screen. → Reading mode.

You should also pay attention to the autobrightness settings, which means that if the screen is too dim, it will be difficult to see the text even in large print, and the optimal brightness level is 60-80% indoors and 100% outdoors.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you change the font size, Xiaomi users sometimes experience problems, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the screen to factory settings. Go to Settings → System → Reset → Screen Resets. This operation will not delete your data, but will return all display parameters (including font) to standard values.

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Before resetting your screen settings, back up important data (photos, contacts) as in rare cases the procedure can lead to a phone reboot.

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