How to make the font larger on the Xiaomi phone: all the ways from A to Z

Small print on the screen of Xiaomi smartphone is a common problem, especially for users with visual impairments or those who are accustomed to large characters. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to increase the text, from standard system settings to hidden functions for individual applications. In this article, we will discuss all available methods, including changing the screen scale, setting the font in the browser and even solutions for older models on MIUI 10-12.

It's important to understand that increasing the font can affect the display of some interface elements -- buttons can move, and text in apps can be cropped -- and we'll show you how to avoid these problems and get back to the original settings if you don't like the result. AMOLED-We will add tips for optimizing reading in the dark.

Method 1: Standard font size setting in MIUI

The easiest method is to use built-in tools. MIUI. It works on all modern Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note series, POCO And the flagship models. The instructions are relevant for the firmware versions. MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS.

To change the font size:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Screen section.
3. Select Text Size and Display (in some versions – Font Size).
4. Move the slider to the right to enlarge the font. There are values available from Small to Very Large.
5. Click Ready or Apply to save the changes.

Note that MIUI 14 and HyperOS have a customizable size option that allows you to set exact percentages (80 to 130%), which is useful if the standard options don’t suit you.

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If after changing the font, some applications (for example, VKontakte or Telegram) display text incorrectly, try updating them through Google Play or clearing the cache in the app settings.

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

If you want to zoom in not only the font, but all the interface elements (icons, buttons, menus), use the screen zoom feature. This is especially convenient for users of Xiaomi smartphones with large displays (6.5" or more), where small details are difficult to see.

How to enable scaling:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Screen. → Text size and display.
• 🔍 Find the screen size item (in HyperOS, it can be called the display size).
• 📏 Select one of the preview options (By default, Big, Very Large) or set up the slider manually.
• ✅ Confirm the changes – the phone will restart to apply the new settings.

Warning: When you zoom in, some applications (such as games or banking) may not work properly, in which case you can reset your settings to your original settings or use the visually impaired mode (about it in the next section).

Method 3: Mode for the visually impaired (TalkBack and high contrast)

For users with severe vision problems, Xiaomi offers a dedicated TalkBack mode and high contrast settings, which not only increase the font, but also make it easier to interact with your smartphone.

How to turn on the regime for the visually impaired:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities.
2. Select TalkBack (or Screen Reading in HyperOS).
3. Activate the function and follow the instructions on the screen, and the phone will now voice all your actions.
4. To increase contrast, go back to Special Options and enable the High Contrast or Color Inversion option.

In this mode, the font becomes larger automatically, and the interface elements are highlighted for better visibility. However, note that TalkBack changes the control logic - for example, you will need to double-task to press a button.

Method 4: Change the font in individual applications

Some apps (such as Chrome, YouTube, or WhatsApp) allow you to customize the font size regardless of system settings, which is useful if you only need to zoom in on your browser or messenger.

Examples for popular applications:

Chrome can also use finger-holding gestures + stretching to instantly zoom in on a web page, a technique that works in other Chromium-based browsers (such as Microsoft Edge or Kiwi Browser).

Open the Chrome browser

Press three points (⋮) top-right

Select "Settings" → "Accessibility"

Set the slider "Font size" at 150-200%

Restart the browser to apply changes-->

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

If you don't like the built-in settings, you can set up a custom font with big characters, and you can do this with typefaces like OpenDyslexic (designed for people with dyslexia) or Roboto Bold.

Installation instructions:

1. Download a font file in.ttf or.otf format (for example, from the Google Fonts website).
2. Place the file in the Download folder on your phone.
3. Open Settings → Screen → Font (in MIUI 14 – Font Style).
4. Click Local Font and select the downloaded file.
5. Confirm the installation and restart the device.

Important: On HyperOS devices, the local font installation function can be disabled by default. To activate it, turn on Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in your phone settings) and allow font installation from unknown sources in the developer menu.

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Third-party fonts may not support Cyrillic or special characters. Check the font on the source site before installing it to make sure the languages are fully supported.

Problem Solving: The font does not change or is confused

Sometimes, after changing the settings, the font remains the same or returns to the standard size, which may be due to:

• 🔄 Cache system - clean it in Settings → Memory. → Clear the cache.
• 📱 Update of the firmware - after upgrade MIUI settings may reset.
• 🚫 Application limitations – some programs (e.g. banking) ignore system font settings.
• 🔧 Service failure – restart your phone in safe mode (hold the power button) → Safe regime).

If the font gets lost after rebooting, try:

1. Return settings to factory settings (Settings → About phone → Reset settings).
2. Update the firmware to the latest version (Settings → System Update).
3. Install an alternative launcher (e.g. Nova Launcher) that supports a fixed font size.

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On POCO F1/F2/F3 devices with custom firmware (e.g., Pixel Experience), the font settings can be located in the Settings → System → Language and Input → Additional.

Additional tips for comfortable reading

In addition to increasing the font, you can optimize the display of text on the Xiaomi screen with additional features:

• 🌙 Dark subject: reduces eye strain. Included in Settings → Screen. → Dark topic or on schedule.
• 🔦 Night light: reduces blue levels. Adjust temperature and activation time in Settings → Screen. → Night light.
• 📖 Reading mode: in MIUI 13+ It's available in the notification panel, and it turns the screen black and white for better readability.
• 🔍 Lupa: in Special features there is a function to increase the part of the screen with triple touch.

For owners of smartphones with AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi) K60) We recommend you to include the option DC Dimming in Settings → It reduces the flickering of the backlight, which reduces eye fatigue during long reading.

FAQ: Frequent questions about font customization on Xiaomi