Stepmer on the lock screen Xiaomi: how to install and configure in 5 minutes

You want to see the number of steps you’ve walked right on the Xiaomi lock screen, but don’t know how to do it? – The feature is available on most of the brand’s smartphones, from budget Redmis to flagship Xiaomi 13/14, But it's hidden in the settings of the system. Unlike the standard widget on the home screen, the lock pedometer allows you to track activity without unlocking the phone, which is convenient during training or walking.

In this article you will find:

🔍 Step-by-step instructions for MIUI 12/13/14 (including HyperOS)
📱 List of supported Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO
⚙️ Additional settings for accuracy of step counting
❌ Common Errors and How to Correct Them
🔄 Alternative methods if the function is not in the firmware

Important: the pedometer display on the lock depends on the firmware version and regional settings, and if the option is not available, we will tell you how to activate it through hidden menus or third-party applications.

📊 What Xiaomi model do you use?

Xiaomi 12/13/14

Redmi Note 10/11/12

POCO F/X

Redmi 9/10

Another model

1. Supported models and versions MIUI

The pedometer display feature on the lock screen is not available on all Xiaomi devices.

📲 Smartphone models – requires a step sensor (accelometer)
🔄 Versions MIUI — starting MIUI 12 (for some regions, with MIUI 12.5)
🌍 Regional firmware – in global versions, the option can be disabled

Series of devices	Support for pedometer on lockdown	Notes
Xiaomi 11/12/13/14	✅ Yes.	Enabled through lock screen settings
Redmi Note 10/11/12	✅ Yes (except for Indian firmware)	Upgrade to MIUI 13+ is required
POCO F3/F4/F5	✅ Yes.	In some regions, the option is hidden – you need to activate through.global_.zip
Redmi 9/9A/9C	❌ No (iron restriction)	Step sensor is available, but no support for a widget on lock
Xiaomi Mi 10/10T	⚠️ Partially.	It only works on firmware. EU/Global, It doesn't work for China Stable.

🔹 How to check the version MIUI?

Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. If your version is older MIUI 12, but no option - try updating your firmware or using alternative methods (Section 5).

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14), the path to pedometer settings has changed. MIUI 14 - it is suitable for a new shell.

2. Step-by-step instruction: how to bring the pedometer to lock

If your device supports the function, follow this algorithm. Configuration time: no more than 3 minutes.

Enable the definition of steps in the Health app (Mi Health)

Update the firmware to the latest version

Make sure the sensors are not locked in the battery settings

Connect your device to the Internet (for data synchronization)-->

Method 1: Using standard settings (MIUI 12-14)

Open the Settings → Lock screen.
Select Lock screen widgets (or Additional settings on some models).
Slip on Stepomere (or Fitness/Activity).
Activate the switch and select the display style (digits/graphics/icon).
Press Ready and check the lock screen.

🔹 If there's no Stepmer:

🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the option appears after the reboot.
🌐 Check the firmware region: Global versions (Global) support the feature more often than Chinese versions (China).
📦 Install Mi Fit or Zepp Life app – on some models, the widget is activated after synchronization with the fitness app.

Method 2: Using the Health App (Mi Health)

On some firmware (e.g, MIUI 13 for POCO F3) pedometer widget on lock is controlled from the Health app:

Open Health (the icon with the green heart)
Go to Profile. → Settings → Lock screen.
Turn on the option to show steps.
Select the data to display: steps, calories, or distance.

Xiaomi. 12T Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ The pedometer widget on the lock appears only after the first synchronization with the Mi Band or Smart Band. If you do not have a fitness bracelet, use method 3.

3. Adjust the pedometer accuracy

A common problem with Xiaomi users is that they are not counting steps correctly, and the widget on the lock can show inflated or undervalued values, and calibration of the sensors will help correct this.

Pedometer calibration

Open the Settings. → Annexes → Health → Permits.
Make sure the app has access to Body and Physical Activity Sensors.
Come on. 20-30 Take steps with your phone in your hand, then check your health data.
If the difference with the real number of steps is more than 10%, reset the sensor data: → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the sensors.

🔹 Additional Tips for Accuracy:

📱 Wear your phone in the front pocket of your trousers – this is the optimal position for the sensor.
🚶‍♂️ For walking on stairs or uneven terrain, the counting error can reach 20-30%.
🔋 Turn off Battery Optimization for Health app in Power Settings.

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If the pedometer resets after the reboot, add the Health app to the AutoRun list (Settings) → Annexes → Auto-start).

Comparison of accuracy on different models

Model	Pedometer accuracy (based on tests)	Recommendations
Xiaomi 13 Pro	95-98%	Best accuracy among flagships
Redmi Note 11 Pro+	85-90%	Calibrate the sensor once a month
POCO X4 Pro	80-85%	Wear in your hand for better results
Redmi 10C	70-75%	Use the Mi Band to adjust

4. Solving problems with pedometer display

If the widget does not appear after setting up or does not work correctly, check these points:

🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes a simple reboot helps.
📱 Reset the lock screen settings: Settings → Lock screen → Resetting settings.
🛠️ Clear the system cache: Settings → Memory. → Cleanup → Cash system.
🔧 Check out the theme: some custom themes from the Mi Theme Store block widgets.

Problem 2: The stepmer is reset or not updated

Causes and solutions:

🔋 Battery Optimization: Add Health to Exceptions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications).
📵 Background Limitation: Turn off background activity restriction for Health.
🔄 Sync: Check if your Mi Account is connected in the app settings.
🛠️ Sensor reset: perform reset via Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the sensors.

What to do if the pedometer shows "0" after the update MIUI?

After the firmware update, the pedometer data may be reset by resetting the sensor settings. To restore operation: 1. Open Health → Profile → Settings → Reset your data. 2. Take 50 steps to recalibrate. 3. Reboot your phone. If the problem persists, uninstall the Health app updates in Settings. → Annexes → Health → Remove updates, then update them again through Play Market.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi with MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi Note 11 on Helio) G96) pedometers may conflict with energy saving functions. Turn off ultra-economic mode in battery settings.

If your Xiaomi model does not support the built-in pedometer on lock, use these methods:

Applications for displaying steps on the lock:

📊 Pedometer – supports widgets on lock via Overlay.
🏃 Google Fit – syncs with Health and can display data for blocking through Assistive Touch.
🔄 StepCounter - working on the MIUI rootless.

🔹 How to set up:

Install one of the applications above.
Permissions for body sensors and Overlays.
In the application settings, select the Widget on lock.
Activate the display over other windows.

Method 2: Use Always-On Display (AOD)

On devices with AMOLED-screen (e.g. Xiaomi 13, Redmi) K50) You can use the pedometer through Always-On Display:

Go to Settings → Screen → Always-On Display.
Choose a Digital Watch Style + stepping-step.
Customize the data displayed (steps, calories, distance).

Limitations:

🔋 Increased battery consumption (up to) 5-7% nightly).
📱 It only works on AMOLED-display.
🛠️ Some firmware requires manual activation via *.adb.

adb shell dumpsys sensorservice

Look for the line. step_counter — If not, the sensor is blocked by the manufacturer.-->

6. Optimizing pedometer operation to save battery

Continuous monitoring of activity can increase battery consumption 3-10%. Minimize the impact:

Settings to save charge

🔋 Limit background activity: in Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization Select for Health Mode Limited.
📊 Reduce the refresh rate: In the Health app settings, set the sync interval for 1 hour instead of Continuously.
🛠️ Disable unnecessary sensors: Deactivate sleep and stress monitoring if you don’t use these features.
🔄 Use the “Adaptive Battery”: Enable this option in Settings → Battery for Automatic Optimization.

Comparison of battery consumption

Pedometer mode	Battery consumption (in 24 hours)	Accuracy of calculation
Continuous monitoring	8-12%	95-98%
Update every 30 minutes	3-5%	90-92%
Update once an hour	1-3%	85-88%
Only when unlocked.	0.5-1%	80-85%

🔹 Advice for owners POCO: On these devices, the pedometer is running aggressively in saving mode by default. To improve accuracy, turn off Minimum Power Consumption in the battery settings for the Health app.

Resetting and reinstallation of the pedometer

If the pedometer is not working properly (for example, shows unrealistically high values or is not updated), a complete reset of its settings may be required.

Resetting instructions

Open the Settings. → Annexes → Health → Warehouse.
Click Clear Data and Clear Cache.
Go to Settings. → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the sensors.
After the reboot, take 100 steps to recalibrate.

🔹 If the dump didn't help:

📦 Remove updates to the Health app and reinstall it through Play Market.
🔄 Refuse the phone to the global version MIUI (If you have Chinese firmware).
🛠️ Use it. ADB Adb shell settings put global step_counter_enabled 1

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi with a blocked bootloader (Redmi for the Chinese market) team ADB In this case, only unlocking the bootloader will help.

FAQ: Frequent questions about pedometer on Xiaomi

🔹 Why the pedometer on the lock shows different values than in the Health app"?

This is due to the fact that the widget on the lock is updated less often (once in a week). 10-15 While the Health app syncs the data in real time to make up the difference: Open Health → Settings → Synchronize. Turn on Continuous Sync. Reboot your phone. If there's a problem, reset the sensor data (section) 7).

🔹 Can you bring a pedometer to lock on Xiaomi with custom firmware (for example, LineageOS)?

On most custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS, Pixel Experience), Xiaomi's built-in pedometer doesn't work due to the lack of proprietary sensor drivers: 📱 Use apps like Pedometer or StepCounter with overlay support. 🔧 Install Xiaomi Parts module via Magisk (if firmware supports). 🔄 Get back to the official one. MIUI, if pedometer.

🔹 How to transfer pedometer data when changing your Xiaomi phone?

To keep your activity history: Open Health on your old phone → Profile → Settings → Export data. Save the file to Google Drive or send yourself an email. Import data via Health on your new phone. → Profile → Settings → Make sure both devices are linked to the same Mi Account. 🔹 Important: Pedometer data is not automatically synced with Google Fit – you need to manually connect your Google account in the Health Settings.

🔹 Why the pedometer does not count the steps in the pocket, but works in the hand?

Xiaomi's step sensor (accelerometer) is optimized for wearing in your upper pocket or belt. If the phone is in your underpants pocket or bag, accuracy drops to the point of being in your upper pocket. 50-70%. Decisions: 📱 Wear the phone closer to the waist (such as in a belt cover). 🔧 Recalibrate the sensor in Health → Settings → Pedometer calibration. 🏃 Use the Mi Band or other wearable device for more accurate counting. 13 Ultra and Redmi K60 Pro problem solved by improved algorithm of data processing from sensors.

🔹 Can I turn off the pedometer on the lock if it is not needed?

Yes, it is done in 2 clicks: Go to Settings → Lock screen → Widgets. Uncheck the box from the Shagomer or move the slider to the off position. If the option is inactive, reset the lock screen settings (Settings) → Lock screen → Resetting settings).