How to increase the font on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro: all the ways from standard to hidden

The fine print on the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro screen can be uncomfortable, especially if you are used to reading from your phone or using a gadget in bright lighting. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to zoom in text, and in recent versions, the manufacturer has provided several ways to scale the text. MIUI There are additional options for fine-tuning the display, and in this article we will analyze all available methods, from basic parameters in the menu to hidden functions for power users.

It is important to note that the Redmi 8 Pro runs on firmware. MIUI, Some menu items may vary slightly depending on the version (for example, in the MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 14 The layout of the font settings varies.We will show you the current paths for all popular builds, and also tell you how to circumvent the system limitations if the standard settings do not suit you.

If some apps don't display correctly after changing the font size (for example, text goes beyond the buttons), don't rush to roll back the settings. 90% of the time, the problem is solved by rebooting the smartphone or cleaning the cache of the problematic application.

1. Standard change of font size in MIUI

The easiest way to increase the font is to take advantage of the built-in settings MIUI. This method works on all versions of the firmware and does not require superuser (root) rights:

Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen or in the app menu). Scroll down to the Screen section and select it. Depending on the version. MIUI the right item may be called:

• 📱 Text size and display (MIUI 12–13)
• 🔍 Font and display scale (MIUI 14)
• 🖥️ Screen settings → Font size (older versions)

In the menu that opens, you'll see a slider called Font Size, which is set to the middle by default, move the slider to the right to enlarge the text, change is instant, you can immediately evaluate the result.

• 🟢 Small (85% of the standard)
• 🟡 Average (100%, default value)
• 🔴 Large (115%)
• 🟣 Very large (130%, not available in all versions) MIUI)

Please note: in MIUI 14, you have the Display Size option, which not only increases the font, but also all the interface elements (icons, buttons, menus). If you only need to change the text, leave this option on the standard value.

2.Use of the "Increase" function (magnification) for temporary scaling

If you only need to enlarge the font in certain situations (for example, to read small text in documents or on websites), you can use the built-in zoom function (aka magnifier), which works as a temporary enlargement of part of the screen and does not affect system settings.

You can activate it in two ways:

1. Through Settings. → Special facilities → Enlarge. Switch the switch to the on position and select the call method: 👆 Triple touch (convenient for quick access) 🔘 The button in the notification panel (you need to add manually)

Settings → System system → Gestures → Special opportunity gestures

Once activated, you just touch the screen three times (or press the button in the notification curtain) to make a magnifying glass appear. Move it around the screen to read the fine text. The scale is controlled by gestures:

• 🔄 Two fingers up/down - change in the level of increase
• 🖐️ One finger - moving the lens
• ❌ Triple touch – closing the function

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If the magnifier interferes with the work, turn it off in the special features settings or remove the button from the notification panel (to do this, hold your finger on the button and drag it into the basket).

This method is convenient for older users or those who temporarily need to increase text (for example, in poor lighting), but for constant use it is better to adjust the font size systematically, we will discuss this later.

3. Setting the font scale for individual applications

V MIUI 13 and later, it is possible to change the font size selectively - only for specific applications. This is useful if most programs display text normally, but in some (for example, in messengers or browsers) it is too small.

To adjust the scale for a separate application:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the desired app from the list (e.g. Chrome or Telegram).
3. Slip on the item Font size (if it is not, then the function is not supported for this software).
4. Set the desired scale – the same options are available as in the system settings (small, medium, large).

Important: Not all apps support this feature, like WhatsApp or Instagram, where the font size changes only through the app’s settings (if you have one), and the table below shows a list of popular apps and the ability to scale them through the app. MIUI:

If the desired application is not in the list of supported, try to update it to the latest version or use the mode for the visually impaired (we will talk about it in the next section).

4. Mode for the visually impaired: maximum increase in font and contrast

Users with serious vision problems MIUI It's a special mode that not only increases the font, but also improves readability through high contrast, which changes the entire interface of the system, so it's not for everyone, but in some cases it's the only solution.

To activate it:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Vision. → Enlarged font and display.
2. Turn on the switchboard Mode for the visually impaired.
3. Select one of the pre-set profiles: 📖 Large text (increases the font to 150–200%) 🎨 High contrast (black text on white background, bold fonts) 🔍 Combined (combination of both effects)

Apply

In this mode, not only the font size changes, but also:

• 📏 Icon size (becoming larger)
• 🎯 The distance between the lines (increases for better readability)
• 🔲 Background of interface elements (becoming more saturated)

To return the standard interface, re-enter the special features settings and turn off the mode. All changes will reset automatically.

5. Third-party applications for fine-tuning the font

If built-in options MIUI Not enough, you can use third-party utilities:

• 🔤 Change the font to an arbitrary size (not just preset values)
• 🎨 Install custom fonts (including handwritten or decorative)
• 📱 Apply settings selectively for individual applications

The best applications for this purpose:

When using third-party applications, consider:

• 🛡️ Security: download the software only from official sources (Google Play or Google Play) MIUI App Store).
• 🔧 Compatibility: Some utilities may not work on custom firmware.
• 📱 Performance: Changing system fonts can slow down the interface slightly.

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Before installing third-party font change apps, back up your data. In rare cases, incorrect settings can cause a system to crash (especially if root access is used).

If you decide to try custom fonts, we recommend starting with FontFix - this is one of the few applications that work stably on the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro without superuser rights.

1. Open the application and select the font size section.
2. Move the slider to the desired value (intermediate values between the standard values are available).
3. Click Apply and confirm the device reboot.

6. Change font through ADB (for power users)

If none of the above methods gave the desired result, you can try to change the font size through the ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method is suitable for power users and requires connecting the phone to a computer.

Warning: The wrong commands ADB It can disrupt the system. on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro with firmware MIUI 12.5 and later, this method works stably, but on custom assemblies can cause failures.

Instructions:

1. Turn on the debugging. USB on the phone: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 7 times to unlock the developer menu → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB (turn on)
2. Connect the Redmi 8 Pro to your computer USB-cable (use the original cable for a stable connection).
3. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (macOS/Linux) Enter: adb shell settings put system font_scale 1.3 Here. 1.3 — scale (1.0 = standard-size, 1.5 = rise 50%). Values allowed: from 0.85 before 1.3.
4. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

To return the standard font size, run the same command with the 1.0 option:

adb shell settings put system font_scale 1.0

This method gives you more control over font size, but you need to be careful, so if some applications start to malfunction after zooming, return the standard value and use alternative methods.

7. Solving problems after changing font

Sometimes, when you zoom in, you're going to see some interface bugs, and let's look at some of the most common problems and ways to solve them.

If none of these methods helped, try resetting the screen settings to the standard:

1. Open Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset Screen Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

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If after changing the font the screen became blurry, check the resolution of the display in Settings → Screen. → Screen resolution: Sometimes large text looks better at lower resolution (e.g., lower resolution, HD+ instead FHD+).

FAQ: Frequent Questions About Changing the Font on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro