How to increase the clock on the screen of the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 10: all working methods

Small watches on the lock screen or the home screen of the Xiaomi Redmi 10 can be uncomfortable — especially if you are used to looking at time from afar or have vision problems. Fortunately, the manufacturer and third-party developers offer several ways to scale the display of time without resorting to radical measures like replacing firmware.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven methods, from standard MIUI settings to the use of alternative launchers and hidden system functions. It is important to note that the options available depend on the shell version (MIUI 12/13/14) and regional firmware. For example, in the global version of MIUI 14 for Redmi 10, some parameters may be hidden - but they can be activated through ADB or third-party utilities.

If you are not sure about your firmware version, check it along the Settings path → About Phone → MIUI version. This will help avoid confusion when choosing the right way.

1. Standard MIUI settings: clock scale on lock screen

The easiest way is to use built-in MIUI options. Depending on the shell version, the path to settings may vary slightly, but the overall logic remains.

To start, go to: Settings → Lock screen → Watch style

Here you will see some pre-loaded time display styles, some of which (e.g., Digital XL or Analog Large) initially have increased font size. If neither option suits you, try the following method:

🔍 Select the Digital Clock style (usually the first one on the list).
📱 Click on the "Tune" icon (cog or pencil in the upper right corner).
🔢 In the menu that opens, move the “Font Size” slider to the right – this will increase the numbers by 20-30%.
🎨 Pay attention to the option "Color of the watch": contrasting shades (white on a black background or vice versa) visually make time more noticeable.

⚠️ Attention: B MIUI 14 for European firmware Redmi 10, the zoom slider may not be available. №3 (use) ADB).

If the watch still looks small after the change, check if the chosen style conflicts with the lock screen wallpaper. For example, dark dials on a dark background become almost invisible. The solution is to set contrasting wallpaper through Settings → Lock screen → Wallpaper.

📊 What kind of watches are you using on Redmi 10?

Digital (by default)

Analog

Custom (from Them)

Third-party launcher

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2. Change of font size of the system (affects the clock)

The overall font size in MIUI indirectly affects the display of time, and by zooming in the settings, you automatically make the clock on the lock screen and on the status bar larger.

Instructions:

Open the Settings → Screen.
Select the "Text Size" item.
Move the slider to the right to the value of "Large" or "Very Large".
Confirm the changes and restart the device (required!) This method has a side effect: with the clock, all system fonts will increase - in menus, apps and notifications. If it is critical, return the settings back and move to the next method. Standard size Large size Watch on lock ~48px ~64px (+33%) Clock in status line ~14px ~18px (+28%) Font on the menu ~16px ~20px (+25%) For fine-tuning, we recommend using intermediate slider values – so you will find a balance between the readability of the watch and the comfortable display of the rest of the interface. 💡If after changing the font size, some applications (for example, banking) began to display incorrectly, clear their cache in Settings. → Annexes → [Title of the annex] → Warehouse → Clear the cache. 3. Hidden MIUI settings via ADB (power users) If standard methods don’t work, you can activate hidden zoom settings via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting your smartphone to your computer, but gives you access to advanced settings that are not available in the GUI. Step-by-step: Include debugging by USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 once MIUI", Then go back to Settings. → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB) Install Xiaomi drivers USB Drivers on PC Download the platform ADB Tools (e.g., official version from Google) Connect Redmi 10 PC-only USB and confirm debugging permission on the phone --> After preparation, run the following commands in the command line (cmd or Terminal): adb shell settings put global. lockscreen_clock_scale 1.8 adb shell settings put global status_bar_clock_scale 1.5 Where: lockscreen_clock_scale — Clock size on the lock screen (value) 1.8 magnify 80%). status_bar_clock_scale — Clock scale in status bar (value) 1.5 magnify 50%). ⚠️ Note: Do not set the values above 2.0 — This can lead to the overlay of the clock on other interface elements (for example, notification icons). If the clock is completely lost after the changes, reset the values by command: adb shell settings delete global settings lockscreen_clock_scale adb shell settings delete global status_bar_clock_scale Changes apply instantly, but some settings may require a device reboot.If the command doesn't work, check if your version supports MIUI The current list of available parameters can be obtained by the command: adb shell settings list global | Grep Clock What to do if ADB can't see the device? 1. Check if the debugging is included USB developer-setting. 2. Try another one. USB-cable (preferably original). 3. Install drivers manually through Device Manager (select "Update driver" → "Perform a search on this computer" → put the folder ADB Drivers). 4. Restart your phone and computer. 5. If you are using Windows 11, Temporarily disable driver signature verification (via Run) → bcdedit /set nointegritychecks on and reboot). 4. Use of third-party launchers with customization of watches If built-in options do not suit you MIUI, If you think about installing an alternative launcher, many of them allow you to flexibly adjust the time display, not just on the home screen, but also in widgets.-3 launcher 10 clock-support: 🏆 Nova Launcher – supports watch widgets with adjustable size (we recommend the widget “Chronus” or “ClockQ"). 🎨 Lawnchair – has built-in watch styles with zoom option (available in Settings) → Home screen → The clock). 🔧 Action Launcher – allows you to change the font size in the status bar and on the lock screen through the plugin “Quickedit".

Example of settings in Nova Launcher:

Install the launcher from Google Play and select it as the main one.
Add the widget "Chronus: Clock & Weather" (size 4×2 or 4×1) to the home screen.
Click on the widget → “Edit” → “Font size” and select “Very large”.
In the widget settings, activate the option "Show on the lock screen" (requires permission to Overlay over other windows).

Important: Some launchers may conflict with MIUI gestures (e.g. swipe up to return to the home screen). To avoid bugs, turn off system gestures in Settings → Additional → Full-screen Mode → Gestures.

5. Installation of custom themes with large clocks

MIUI has a built-in theme store where you can find styles with extended hours, and it doesn't require root rights or complex manipulations, just download and apply the right theme.

How to find a theme with a large clock:

Open the "Themes" app (icon with brush).
In the search box, enter the query: "big clock" or "big clock".
View the results and select a high-rated theme (4.5+). Popular options: Digital XL Clock is a minimalistic digital watch with a font size of ~70px.Bold Time is a bold time font, well read from afar. Minimal Big is an ascetic design with an emphasis on watches.

"Apply"

Note that some themes only change the clock on the lock screen, while others affect the entire interface (icons, fonts, wallpaper). To return standard icons, go to Topics → My Themes → Icons and select Default.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party themes (not official from Xiaomi), there is a risk of advertising or data collection. Before installing, check the reviews and rating of the theme. If the theme starts to slow down after applying the theme, reset it through the themes → My subjects. → Reset to standard.

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Themes from the official MIUI store are safe, but may contain banner ads. To disable them, go to Settings → Permissions → Advertising and deactivate the option “Personalized Ads”.

Alternative methods: widgets and applications

If none of the above methods are suitable, you can use third-party applications specializing in displaying time, which allow you to display the clock on top of any screen (including lock) with an arbitrary size and style.

The best apps for customizing watches:

Annex	Features	Cons
Always On Edge	Shows the clock at the edge of the screen (including the screen). AMOLED-Displays, supports scaling up to 200%.	Plugins for some paid functions (~150 ₽).
Floating Clock	A floating watch with adjustable size (up to 300%) and transparency, running on top of any application.	It may conflict with MIUI gestures.
ClockQ Widget	Flexible font, color and animation configuration. Integration with Nova Launcher.	The free version limits the number of styles.

Example of the settings in Always On Edge:

Install the app from Google Play.
Run it and grant Overlay permissions over other windows and Ignore battery optimization.
In the "Style of Watches" menu, select "Digital" and move the "Size" slider to the maximum.
Activate the option "Show on the lock screen".
In the Position settings, move the clock to a convenient location (for example, the upper left corner).

To save battery power in such applications, it is recommended:

🔋 Disable animation and background effects.
🌙 Use dark topics (on the other hand) AMOLED-This reduces the power consumption of screens).
⏳ Set an automatic shutdown timer (for example, only show the clock from 7:00 to 23:00).

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up a watch on Redmi 10

Can I increase my time without ADB?

There is no standard MIUI setting, alternatives: Use a status bar customization launcher (e.g. Lawnchair); install the Status Bar Clock app, which replaces the system clock with a custom clock; both require permission to overlay over other windows.

With the MIUI update, the watch has gone back to being small. How do you get back to the old settings?

The firmware update often resets user settings.Try: Repeat steps from the method №1 (lock screen settings) If you used ADB, Re-apply commands (values will only be saved until the next update). For launchers and widgets, reinstall them and reconfigure them. To avoid problems in the future, back up your settings through Settings before upgrading. → Additionally. → Backup.

The clock on the lock screen is missing after the size change.

This can happen because: Too much scale in ADB (return the setting to 1.0); Conflict with the set theme (reset the theme to standard); MIUI failure (reset the phone or reset the lock screen settings via Settings → Lock screen → Reset).

Can you make a bigger watch on the home screen without affecting the lock?

Yes, for this: Use a watch widget (like "Chronus" or "ClockQ") and place it on the home screen. Set the font size directly in the widget settings. For status bar and lock screen, leave the standard settings. If you want a uniform style, select a launcher that supports both screens customization (like Nova Launcher + the "TeslaUnread" plugin for status bar).

Will these methods work on other Xiaomi models (Redmi Note 10, Poco X3, etc.)?

Most of the methods except for ADB-commands) are universal for all devices on MIUI 12/13/14. However: On Poco devices, the path to clock settings may differ (e.g., Settings). → Show me. → Some models (e.g. Redmi Note) 11) have additional scaling options in Settings → Screen. → Size of the elements. AMOLED-displays (e.g. Xiaomi) 11T) Recommended themes with support for Always-On Display (AOD). Before use ADB-Check their compatibility with your model in forums (e.g, 4PDA or XDA Developers).