How to set the clock on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi 8T: all the ways and settings

Xiaomi Redmi 8T is a popular smartphone with a shell MIUI, which offers flexible lock screen settings. One of the most popular features is time display: users want to see the watch in a convenient format, with the right design and location. However, not everyone knows that in Redmi 8T you can not only turn on / off the watch, but also customize them to your preferences - from changing the font to adding a second hand.

In this article, we’ll break down all the available ways to customize the clock on the lock screen, including hidden features. MIUIYou'll learn how to change the format of time.12/24 Select the display style and what to do if the watch suddenly disappears or is displayed incorrectly. Instructions are suitable for all versions of Redmi firmware 8Tincluding MIUI 12/13/14.

We will focus on common user errors, such as why the clock might crash after a system update or why some styles are not available in your area, and consider alternative customization methods through the theme editor and third-party applications if standard options are not enough.

Why there is no clock on the lock screen and how to return it

If you suddenly find that the clock on the Redmi 8T lock screen is missing, the reasons can vary from accidental shutdown to shell failure.

• 🔄 Lock screen reset: Sometimes, after updating MIUI or installing a new theme, the watch disappears. Try to return the standard settings through Settings → Lock screen → Reset settings.
• 📱 Disabled Display: In some themes MIUI, the default clock is hidden. Check if the option is enabled in Settings → Lock Screen → Watch.
• 🔧 Third-party launcher conflict: If you use an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher or Hyperion), it can block system widgets. Try temporarily returning a standard launcher.
• 📲 System error: In rare cases, it helps to reboot your smartphone or clear the Settings app cache (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Settings → Clear the cache).

If none of these methods worked, it may be that the problem lies in corrupted system files, which can be done by factory resetting (be sure to back up the data!) and checking if the device has root rights or modified firmware, which often breaks standard MIUI functions.

⚠️ Warning: If the watch is missing after installing a custom theme from the Mi Theme Store, try returning a standard theme. Some third-party themes contain bugs that make the lock screen elements appear incorrectly.

Standard method: customize the clock through the MIUI menu

The easiest way to change the display of the watch is to use the built-in MIUI settings. Here is a step-by-step instruction:

1. Open the settings on your Redmi 8T.
2. Go to the Lock Screen section (in some versions of MIUI it may be called Lock and Protection).
3. Select the watch or watch style (depending on the firmware version).
4. Activate the Switch Show the clock on the lock screen if it is turned off.
5. Click on the Watch Style to select the design (options available: Digital, Analog, Minimalistic, etc.).
6. In the Time Format section, set the 24-hour or 12-hour format.
7. Save the changes and check the result on the lock screen.

Some versions of MIUI (e.g. MIUI 12.5 and later) offer additional options:

• 🎨 Watch color: You can choose automatic (adjustable to wallpaper) or manual.
• 📏 Font size: adjustable by a slider from Small to Very Large.
• ⏱️ Second hand: is switched on by a separate switch (not available in all styles).

Are the lock screen settings open?

Is the clock display switch on?

Is the appropriate style chosen?

Are the changes still in place?

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If your version of MIUI does not have some items (e.g., the second hand), this may be due to firmware limitations for your region, which may help to change the region in settings or install a global version of MIUI.

Hidden Opportunities: How to Change the Location and Style of Watches

Many Redmi 8T users are unaware that MIUI has hidden settings that allow for more flexibility in setting the clock on the lock screen, such as changing its position (left/right, up/down) or even adding additional information near the time (date, day of the week, weather).

For this:

1. Press the empty space on the lock screen (not on icons or watches!).
2. In the menu that appears, select Lock screen Settings (or Edit, depending on the version).
3. Slip by the clock - the menu of their settings will open, where you can:

Save the changes.

MIUI 14 for Redmi 8T has the ability to customize watch animations — for example, smooth color change depending on the time of day or weather — a feature only available in global and European firmware versions.

⚠️ Warning: If after changing the position of the watch, it starts to show a curve or bump into other elements (such as notifications), try to return it to its standard position. In some versions of MIUI, manual settings are unstable.

Digital (classical)

Analog (with arrows)

Minimalistic (only time without registration)

Dynamic (with animation)

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How to change the time format (12/24 hours) and add a second hand

By default, Redmi 8T uses a 24-hour time format, but it can be easily changed. In some styles, the second hand is also available - a useful feature for those who are used to tracking time to the right second.

To change the format:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Date and time.
2. Select the time format.
3. Switch between 24-hour and 12-hour systems.

To activate the second hand:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen → Watch.
2. Choose a style that supports the second hand (usually an Analog or Neon watch).
3. Activate the Switch Show seconds (if any).

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If the second hand doesn't turn on, try installing the global version of MIUI firmware via Fastboot or Recovery. Instructions can be found on the XDA Developers or 4PDA forums.

Using themes from the Mi Theme Store to customize your watch

If you find the standard MIUI settings boring, you can install a custom theme from the official Mi Theme Store, and many themes offer unique watch styles, from futuristic to retro design. Here's how to do it:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the Lock Screen section.
3. Select your favorite theme and click Apply.
4. After applying the theme, check what the clock looks like on the lock screen. If necessary, edit it through Settings → Lock screen.

Some topics allow:

• 🌈 Change the color of the watch according to the time of day.
• 📅 Add a weather or calendar widget next to the time.
• 🎵 Enable animation when unlocked (e.g., smooth clock appearance).

⚠️ Warning: Install themes only from official Mi Theme Store or verified sources (e.g. 4PDA).Some third-party themes may contain malicious code or ads that will be displayed on the lock screen.

If after installing the theme, the watch began to display incorrectly (for example, overlap with notifications or disappear), try:

• 🔄 Return the standard theme and check if the problem persists.
• 📥 Update theme to the latest version (there is an Update button in the Mi Theme Store).
• 📧 Write a bug to the theme developer (theme description usually has contacts).

Alternative methods: third-party applications and ADB- commands

If you don’t have enough built-in MIUI capabilities, you can use third-party tools, such as the Always On Display app (for devices with AMOLED- screens) or Lock Screen Customizer, which allows you to flexibly configure the display of time, date and other elements.

For advanced users, there is a way to change system settings through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), for example, you can force the second hand to be turned on or change the font of the clock.

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to unlock Developer Settings, then turn on debugging).
2. Connect Redmi 8T to your computer and open the command line (or Terminal on Mac/Linux).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices Make sure your device appears in the list.
4. To change the time format to 24-hour, use: adb shell settings put system time_12_24 24
5. To return to the 12-hour format: adb shell settings put system time_12_24 12

More complex settings (such as changing the font or color of the watch) require root or modified firmware permissions, without which MIUI system files are protected from change.

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Using ADB- commands is a powerful tool, but it requires caution. Incorrect commands can cause system failures. Always back up before experimenting!

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after setting the clock correctly on the Redmi 8T lock screen, users face typical problems.

If none of these methods worked, try:

• 🔄 Reset the lock screen settings to factory.
• 📲 Clear the system cache through Settings → Memory → Cleanup.
• 📥 Update the firmware to the latest version (sometimes bugs are fixed in new builds MIUI).

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