Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often face the need to increase the elements on the screen — whether it is small text in the browser, tiny app icons or the entire system interface. The reasons range from vision problems to the inconvenience of controlling on large displays (for example, 6.7" in Xiaomi 14 Ultra). Fortunately, the MIUI has several ways of scaling, both global and point-based for individual applications.
In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods, including hidden developer settings, zoom gestures and third-party utilities. We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions of MIUI (from MIUI 12 to MIUI 15) and models - from the budget Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 13T Pro. You will also learn how to avoid common mistakes, for example, when after a zoom, interface elements disappear or applications begin to "fly".
1. Global screen scaling in MIUI settings
The easiest way to increase all screen content is to use the built-in display size resizing feature, which affects system fonts, icons, menus, and most applications (except for some games and social networks, where scale is set separately).
To activate it:
- Open the Settings → Screen.
- Select Text Size and Display (older versions of MIUI may call Screen Size).
- Move the slider display size to the right – values from Small (80%) to Very Large (130%) are available.
- To adjust the exact setting, tap on the option and select one of the preliminary values: 85%, 90%, 105%, etc.
⚠️ Note: When selecting a value above 110%, some interface elements (such as notification panels or keyboards) may crop. In this case, go back to 105% and use point magnification for individual applications.
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2. enlargement of text only (without changing icons)
If you need to increase the font size only without affecting the rest of the interface, MIUI has a separate setting, which is useful for users with visual impairments or those who read a lot of text (for example, in Telegram or Kindle).
Instructions:
- 📱 Go to Settings. → Screen. → Text and display size.
- 🔍 Find the font size section (not to be confused with display size!).
- 📏 Move the slider to the right – values from Small to Very Large are available (up to 150% in newer versions). MIUI).
- 🎨 For fine tuning, tap additionally and select a specific value (e.g., 120%).
💡 Useful tip: In some applications (for example, Chrome or Google Docs) you can zoom in text separately - for this, use a double-tape gesture on the screen with subsequent finger separation (as in zoom photo).
| Parameter | Minimum value | Maximum value | Recommended reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 80% | 130% | 105–110% |
| Type size | 80% | 150% | 115–125% |
| Fat type | Disconnected. | Included. | Included (for better readability) |
Standard (100%)
Increased (110-120%)
Very large (130% or higher)
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3. Point scaling for individual applications
Some programs (such as Instagram, TikTok or banking apps) ignore global scale settings, and MIUI provides a feature called Size Change in Apps that allows you to customize the display individually.
How it works:
- Open Settings → Special features → Size change in applications.
- Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
- Select an app from a list (like VK or YouTube).
- Set the scale with a slider or select one of the preliminary values.
⚠️ Note: After rescaling for an individual application, it may start to run slower or display some items incorrectly (such as buttons in SberBank Online.
Why do some apps not support scaling?
4. magnification gestures (magnification) for part of the screen
If you need to temporarily enlarge a specific area of the screen (for example, small text in a PDF or details on a map), MIUI has a built-in Loupe, which acts as a magnifying glass and is activated by gesture.
How to set up:
- 🔧 Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Lupa.
- 🔄 Turn on the switch Use the magnifying glass.
- 👆 Select the activation method: 🔘 Triple press of the power button (convenient, but may conflict with other functions). 🔘 Gesture of enlargement (triple touch and screen holding).
- 🔍 After activation, a magnifying window will appear - move it with your finger and adjust the scale with a pinch gesture.
📌 Key takeaway: The Loop is useful for one-off zooming, but does not replace global zoom settings. For example, it won’t help if you constantly need to read small text on Telegram – in this case, it is better to adjust the font size or use third-party apps.
5. Mode for the visually impaired (high contrast + scale)
For users with severe vision problems, MIUI has a special Mode for the visually impaired, which not only increases the interface elements, but also improves contrast, makes fonts bolder and easier to navigate.
How to turn on:
- Open Settings → Special Opportunities → Mode for the visually impaired.
- Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
- Set up the parameters: 🔍 Scale: 125% to 200%. 🎨 Contrast text – makes fonts clearer. 🖼️ Simplified interface – removes unnecessary elements.
Ready.
⚠️ Note: In this mode, some applications (such as Google Maps or AliExpress) may not display correctly. Before activating, check compatibility with frequently used programs. Also note that the visually impaired mode can reduce performance on budget models (e.g. Redmi). 10A or POCO M4 Pro) due to increased processor load.
6. Third-party applications for flexible scaling
If the built-in MIUI features are not enough, you can use third-party utilities that allow you to adjust the scale more flexibly, for example, to resize individual elements (text only, icons only) or apply different settings for horizontal and vertical modes.
Top.-3 tested applications:
| Annex | Features | Reference | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Font | Changes font size to 300%, supports custom fonts | Google Play | MIUI 12–15, Android 10+ |
| Display Size | Allows you to set different scales for each application | Google Play | Requires root or ADB |
| Second Screen | Creates a “virtual” screen with a larger scale | Google Play | All versions of MIUI |
🔧 Important: Some utilities (e.g., Display Size) require permission to change system settings. ADB (instructions below) or get root rights, but this voids the warranty on the device.
How to issue a permit through ADB:
adb shell pm grant com.simplemobiletools.displaysize android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS💡
Before using third-party utilities, back up your screen settings. Go to Settings → System → Backup and save your current configuration, which will help you quickly return standard settings if something goes wrong.
7. Resetting scale settings to standard
If after experiments with scale the interface began to be displayed incorrectly (for example, clipped buttons or text is superimposed on each other), you can return everything to factory settings in two ways.
Method 1: Through the settings menu
- Open Settings → Screen → Text and display size.
- Put the badge on. ⋮ (three points) in upper right corner.
- Select Reset Settings and confirm the action.
Method 2: Resetting special features (if the first method did not work)
- Go to Settings → Special Opportunities → Special Opportunities settings.
- Choose Reset settings.
- Confirm the reset – this will return to the standard values all parameters, including the magnifying glass, contrast text and application scale.