Changing the font on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most popular features of customization of the interface. Even standard system fonts MIUI look stylish, but many users want to stand out, improve readability or just refresh the appearance of the phone. Fortunately, the manufacturer provides several ways to change the font, from built-in tools to install third-party solutions.
In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of changing the font to Xiaomi, Redmi and other languages. POCO, including models MIUI 14 and HyperOS.You will learn how to use standard themes, download additional fonts from the official store and install custom solutions through MTZ-And also, what pitfalls can you encounter along the way, and how to avoid them.
Method 1: Change the font through standard MIUI themes
The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in theme gallery. MIUI offers dozens of free and paid themes, many of which include unique fonts.This method does not require superuser rights (root) and is suitable for all models, including the Xiaomi 13T, Redmi Note 12 and POCO F5.
To change the font through the themes:
- 📱 Open the Themes app (icon with brush on desktop).
- 🔍 Go to the Fonts tab or find the Popular Themes section → Select any topic marked Includes font.
- 📥 Click Apply – the system will automatically install a new font along with the theme.
- ⚙️ If you want to leave only the font, and the rest of the theme elements to return to standard, go to Settings. → Registration → Topics and select Default for all settings except font.
Note that some fonts in the themes may not support all languages, for example, Cyrillic in decorative fonts is sometimes displayed sloppy or replaced with a standard Roboto. Before using, check the reviews of other users in the description of the topic.
Method 2: Install fonts from the MIUI theme store
If the built-in themes don’t offer the right options, you can download the fonts separately from the official MIUI theme store, and both free and premium solutions with advanced character support are available here.
Installation instructions:
- Open the Topics app → go to the Fonts section (or use a search on-demand font).
- Choose the font you like and click Download. Pay attention to the rating and the number of downloads, this will help to avoid low-quality options.
- After downloading, tap Apply. The system will prompt you to choose which interface elements to apply the new font (for example, only the text in the menu or the entire system text).
- Reboot your phone if the font is not applied immediately (this is rarely required, but helps with glitch).
An important nuance: some fonts from the store can only replace the Latin alphabet, leaving the Cyrillic alphabet unchanged. To check this, open any application with Russian text (for example, Messages) after applying the font.
Choose a font with a rating above 4.5⭐
Read reviews about supporting Cyrillic
Check the date of the last update (relevant fonts are updated every 1-2 months)
Download the trial version (if available)
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Method 3: Manual installation of fonts through MTZ-file
For advanced users who need unique fonts (like Google Sans, Product Sans or custom solutions), installing.mtz files is a good way to do it, which takes a little more effort, but gives you access to thousands of fonts that are not available in the official store.
Algorithm of action:
- Download the.mtz font file from a trusted source (for example, from a forum) XDA Developers or thematic telegram channels: Using files from questionable sites can lead to malware installation - always check MD5-hash file before downloading.
- Place the file in the root folder of the phone’s internal memory (not in the Download or Documents folder).
- Open the Topics → Local → select the downloaded.mtz file.
- Click Apply and confirm installation. The system may request a reboot.
If the font is not used after the reboot:
- 🔄 Check if it conflicts with the established topic (return the topic to the standard one).
- 📂 Make sure the file is not damaged (try to download again).
- 🛠️ Some custom fonts require a Magisk or patch through LSPosed (relevant to the MIUI 14+).
Where to download safe MTZ-typeface?
Problems with changing the font and their solutions
Even with official methods, users sometimes encounter bugs, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The font does not change after application | Conflict with an established theme or system cache | Reset the theme to standard, clear the cache to Settings → Applications → Themes → Memory |
| Cyrillic displays squamous | The font does not support Russian symbols. | Select a font marked "Full Unicode" or "Cyrillic Support" |
| After the MIUI update, the font dropped | Cleaning up the cache when you update | Re-apply the font or save the.mtz file to the cloud |
| Some apps ignore the new font | The application uses its own font (for example, Instagram, Telegram) | You can’t change it – it’s a limitation of the app developer. |
If none of the methods helped, try resetting the design settings to the standard:
- Go to Settings → Design → Themes.
- Select a Standard Theme and confirm the reset.
- Restart the phone and reset the font.
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Before experimenting with fonts, back up your current theme. In the Topic app, select My Themes → Save the current theme, which will allow you to quickly return everything to the same location if something goes wrong.
How to return standard font to Xiaomi
If the typeface installed is uncomfortable or causes problems with the display of text, it can always be returned to the factory settings.
- Open the settings → design → font.
- Choose the standard (MIUI) or default option.
- Confirm the change and restart the phone (optional but recommended).
If Font is not in the Mapping menu, then the current theme overrides the system settings.
- 🎨 Return the theme to standard (Settings) → Registration → Topics → Standard).
- 🔄 Or reset all design settings through Settings. → Additionally. → Resetting settings → Resetting of design settings.
⚠️ Warning: Resetting your design settings will bring back not only the font, but also wallpaper, icons, animations and sounds. If you want to keep some customization, use the former method (reset themes only).
The best fonts for Xiaomi in 2026
The typeface you choose depends on your preferences: some people like minimalist grotesques, and some prefer decorative serif typefaces.-5 Proven options that work well for MIUI HyperOS:
- 🏆 MiSans – Xiaomi’s standard font, optimized for high-end screens PPI. Perfect for those who want minimalism and maximum readability.
- 🎨 Google Sans is a clean and modern font from Google, often used in Pixel devices. Requires manual installation via.mtz.
- 📜 Noto Sans supports over 100 languages, including Cyrillic.
- 🖋️ PingFang SC — elegant font with oriental motifs, suitable for lovers of Asian style.
- 💎 SF Pro (San Francisco) is Apple's signature font adapted for Android. requires patching through Magisk.
You may need to install Google Sans or SF Pro with the MiuiSystemFontChanger module (available in the Magisk repository). Remember that using unofficial fonts can lead to unstable system performance, especially on beta versions of MIUI.
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Before installing custom fonts, check their compatibility with your version of MIUI. Fonts running on MIUI 12 may not be supported in MIUI 14 or HyperOS.