How to install and configure a watch on the screen Xiaomi Redmi 10: all the ways

Xiaomi Redmi 10 is one of the most popular budget smartphones with extensive customization capabilities. But even experienced users sometimes have difficulty configuring something as simple as displaying time on the home screen. In this article, we will examine all the available ways to install watches, from standard widgets to hidden MIUI features, and also solve typical problems when time is lost or displayed incorrectly.

Depending on the firmware version (MIUI 12, 13 or 14) and the theme, the process may be slightly different, but the general logic remains the same. We will look at options for all current versions, including Redmi 10 2022 (model 220233L2C) and Redmi 10C. Particular attention will be paid to nuances that are not written in the official instructions - for example, why the watch can "move" after an update or how to return the classic time display in the status bar.

1. Standard watch widgets: how to add and customize

The most obvious way to bring time to the home screen is to use built-in MIUI widgets. Redmi 10 has three types of watch widgets: analog, digital and weather + time.

1. Touch the empty space on the home screen and hold your finger for 1-2 seconds until the menu appears.
2. Select "Widgets"** (or Widgets if you have English firmware).

If the widget doesn’t show up or “hangs,” check:

• 🔄 Update the Watch app to Google Play (sometimes widgets disappear after a crash).
• 📱 Free memory: when resources are scarce, the system can block widgets.
• 🎨 Current Design Theme: Some Themes from the Mi Theme Store Remove Standard Widgets.

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If the watch widget disappeared after the MIUI update, try resetting the launcher settings: go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher and click Clear Data.

2.Clock in Status Bar: Display setting

By default, Redmi 10 shows the time in the upper right corner of the screen (in the status bar). However, many users experience the clock disappearing or not fully displayed, this is due to system settings or a conflict of topics.

To adjust the display:

1. Open the Settings → Screen → Status Line.
2. Activate the “Show Clock” switch (if it is turned off).
3. Choose the time format: 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour.

MIUI 14 for Redmi 10 has a Dynamic Clock feature, where the time in the status bar automatically changes color depending on the wallpaper. To turn it off, go to Settings → Screen → Color Scheme and deactivate the Adaptive Colors option.

3. Alternative methods: third-party launchers and applications

If you don't like standard widgets, you can install third-party solutions.

• 📱 Nova Launcher: supports customization of clocks in the status bar and widgets with animation.
• ⏰ Chronus: a widget with weather, calendar and advanced font settings.
• 🎨 KWGT (Kustom Widget Maker: To create unique watches from scratch (requires design skills).
• ⚙️ Always on Display (for the record) AMOLED-Screens: displays time even on a locked screen.

When using third-party launchers, consider:

⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, KWGT) You need permission to paint over other windows (Settings) → Special facilities → Draw on top of other apps. Without that, widgets won't work.

Check compatibility with MIUI 12/13/14

Download APK only from official sources (Google Play, APKMirror)

Give all necessary permissions in the settings

Backup your current widgets (screenshot)

Disable battery optimization for launcher (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery)-->

4.Chronicle problems: why they are missing or not updated

A frequent complaint of Redmi 10 users is that screen time “stops” or disappears after a reboot.

If the problem persists, try resetting the system to factory settings (Settings → About Phone → Resetting), but pre-reverse the data.

5. Hidden features: clock on locked screen and Always On Display

Redmi 10 (except for the model with the AMOLED-The screen does not support Always on Display (AOD) But there are workarounds:

• 🔋 Appendix "Always On" AMOLED»** (work-on IPS-screens, but consumes the battery).
• 📱 Built-in function "Block screen"** (Settings) → Lock screen → The clock on the lock screen).

⚠️ Note: When using third-party AOD-applications to Redmi 10c IPS-You can get 15-20 percent more battery consumption per night if you notice a lot of heat.

6.Castomization: How to change font, color and size of the watch

In MIUI, you can change the look of your watch without any third-party apps.

1. Go to Settings → Screen → Font and size of the displayed text.
2. Choose a font style (such as Mi Sans or Roboto).
3. To change the color of the watch in the status bar, use themes from the Mi Theme Store (Color Schemes section).

If you want to go further, install KWGT and download free watch templates from the community.

• 🖌️ Minimalist ** (only numbers without background).
• 🌈 Gradients** (color changes depending on the time of day).
• 📊 With weather and date** (integration with AccuWeather).

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Changing the clock font in the status bar is only possible by setting a new theme. Standard MIUI settings do not allow you to edit the font separately for time.

7. Watches for different versions of MIUI: what has changed in the updates

The functionality of the Redmi 10 watch depends on the firmware version.

If the clock stopped working after the update, try:

1. Clear the cache of the Settings application → Apps → Watch → Clear the cache.
2. Reverse the update via Settings → About Phone → System Update → Three Points → Update Pack (if available).

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