Double watch on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: how to remove the double on the lock screen

Two sets of time suddenly appear on your Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro lock screen? This problem occurs to many users after updating MIUI or installing third-party themes. Duplicate watches not only spoil the appearance, but can also signal shell failures. 80% of the time the fault is a conflict of system widgets or an error in display settings.

In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven ways to remove double watches, from simple changes to settings to manually editing configuration files. You’ll learn why a double occurs, how to prevent it from reappearing, and what to do if standard methods don’t work. All instructions have been tested on the Redmi Note 8 Pro with MIUI 12-14, but will also work for other Redmi Note models.

Why do you have a double clock on the lock screen?

Duplication of clocks is not a hardware malfunction, but a software failure.

• 🔄 Design conflict: The installed theme contains its own watch widget, which is superimposed on the system.
• ⚙️ Mistake. MIUI: After updating the shell, the widget display settings are lost (especially important for transitions between the two sides). MIUI 12 → 13 → 14).
• 📱 Third-party launchers: Applications like Nova Launcher or Action Launcher can duplicate system elements.
• 🔧 Manual editing of configs: If you have previously edited files /system/media/theme/default through ADB rat.
• 🤖 com.android.systemui service failures: Responsible for displaying system elements, including clocks.

On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, the problem is more likely to occur after installing custom firmware (e.g., Pixel Experience) or using Magisk modules to modify the interface. In rare cases, the duplicate appears due to a bug in the operation of the second space (MIUI function for splitting work profiles).

Method 1: Resetting themes to standard design

The fastest method is to get back the factory theme, and 60 percent of the time, it takes away the double of the watch at once.

1. Open the settings → registration.
2. Slip on the current topic (the title will appear at the top of the screen).
3. Select "Standard" (or "Default") and apply it.
4. Reboot the device: Long-hold power button → Reboot.

If the clock is duplicated after the reboot, check if additional widgets are installed:

• 🕒 Hold your finger on the empty space on the lock screen. → Locking settings → Widgets.
• 🔍 Remove all time related items (e.g., "Clock" or "Weather and Time").

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If the standard theme doesn't work, try applying any other official theme from the Recommended section, and then return the standard one. This resets the widget cache.

Method 2: Clearing cache and system application data

Double hours can occur due to a damaged cache of com.android.systemui or com.miui.home. Cleanup helps in 30% of cases.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Slip on the three points in the upper right corner → Show all the processes.
3. Find and open: System interface (com.android.systemui) Launcher (com.miui.home)

Warehouse → Clear cache → Clear data

Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Clearing the data from com.miui.home will reset the location of the icons on the home screen.

Method 3: Disconnect the second space (if used)

The second space function in MIUI creates an isolated profile with its own settings, including the watch widgets, and if you activate it, the take may appear due to the overlay of widgets from both spaces.

How to check and correct:

1. Open Settings → Special Opportunities → Second Space
2. If the function is enabled, select Remove the second space (data from it will be deleted!).
3. Reset the device.

If the second space needs to be left, do:

• 🔄 Switch to the second space (swipe down the notification panel) → profile icon).
• 🕒 Remove the watch widgets on the lock screen (clip down) → Delete).
• 🔙 Go back to the main space and check the results.

Method 4: Manual editing of configuration files (for advanced ones)

If previous methods failed, the problem could lie in MIUI configuration files, which require Root rights or ADB access.

Warning: Incorrect editing of system files may cause the device to fail.

Instructions for users with Root:

1. Install a file manager with Root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /data/system/users/0/
3. Find the file. lockscreen_settings.xml Open it in the text editor.
4. Remove the lines containing: <string name="lockscreen_clock_style">...</string> <string name="lockscreen_clock_widget">...</string>
5. Save the file and restart the device.

For users without Root (via ADB):

adb shell


su




rm /data/system/users/0/lockscreen_settings.xml




reboot

⚠️ Attention: After removal lockscreen_settings.xml All lock screen settings (wallpaper, widgets, watch style) will be reset.

Make a backup copy through TWRP|Check the battery charge (minimum) 50%)|Install a file manager with Root|Download the original lockscreen_settings.xml (in case of restoration)|Disable two-factor authentication (if used)-->

Method 5: Resetting settings to factory (last resort)

If none of these things work, it's a hard reset, which will delete all the data from the device, including apps, photos and accounts, but it will bring the phone back to its original state.

How to perform the reset:

1. Make a backup copy of important data (contacts, photos, messages).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Select to erase all data (factory recovery).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the completion (it will take 5-10 minutes).

After discharge:

• 📱 Do not restore data from the backup immediately – check if the double clock has disappeared.
• 🔄 If the problem comes back after recovery, it's like a backup with damaged settings. Try setting the phone as new.

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Factory reset should be the last option, 95% of the time the first 4 fixes the problem.

How to prevent the recurrence of double clocks

To prevent the take from returning after the correction, follow these recommendations:

• 🔄 Update. MIUI Only through official channels (Settings) → System updates. Avoid beta versions of firmware.
• 🎨 Install themes only from the official Xiaomi Themes store. Before using, check the reviews of other users.
• 📱 Do not use third-party launchers if you notice conflicts with system widgets.
• 🔧 Clean the cache of system applications regularly (every 1-2 months).
• 🔒 Turn off automatic updates of themes in the design settings.

If you often experiment with firmware or Magisk modules, back up /data/system via TWRP to quickly restore your functionality when you crash.

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