How to increase the font on the phone Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: all ways + hidden settings MIUI

Why is the standard font on the Redmi Note 10 Pro uncomfortable?

Xiaomi Redmi Note Smartphone 10 Pro is equipped 6.67-inch AMOLED-resolution-screen 2400ร—1080, But even on a screen like this, fine print can be uncomfortable, and it's a particularly pressing problem for older users. 40 Or people who use their phones in bright sunlight. MIUI set the text size optimized for "average" vision, but it is not always convenient.

In addition, the fine print makes it difficult to work with the phone in several scenarios:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Reading long articles in a browser or messengers (for example, in Telegram or Telegram) VK).
  • ๐Ÿ‘“ Using a phone without glasses โ€“ many users take off their glasses at home but keep checking notifications.
  • ๐Ÿš— Navigation in the car: small inscriptions on Google Maps or Yandex.Navigator distract from the road.
  • ๐ŸŒž Bright lighting โ€“ in the sun, the contrast of the screen drops, and the fine text becomes illegible.

Fortunately, Redmi Note 10 Pro offers several ways to zoom in on the font, from standard MIUI settings to hidden features and third-party apps. In this article, weโ€™ll look at all the options, including those that arenโ€™t written about in the official instructions.

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Method 1: Standard font size change in MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI settings, which do not require super-user rights and runs on any version of the firmware. Here's how to do this:

  1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
  2. Go to the Screen section.
  3. Select Text Size (in some versions of MIUI, it may be called Font and Scale).
  4. With the slider, adjust the font size. You can get values from Small to Very Large.
  5. Click Ready or Apply to save the changes.

โš ๏ธ Note: In some versions MIUI 12/13 If the text in some apps (such as Instagram or bank programs) is not displayed correctly, try restarting them or clearing the cache.

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This method is suitable for most users, but it has limitations:

  • ๐Ÿ”„ Not all apps support scaling โ€“ some (like games or instant messengers) may ignore system settings.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Maximum font size is limited โ€“ even at the mark Very large text can remain small for people with severe myopia.
  • ๐ŸŽจ Interface distortion: in some menus, a large font can "hit" other elements.

Method 2: Use of the "Display for the Visually Impaired" (hidden MIUI function)

MIUI has a hidden mode that not only increases the font, but also all interface elements โ€” icons, buttons, input fields โ€” called the Visually Impaired Display, which is designed for users with severe visual problems, and you can activate it like this:

  1. Open the Settings. โ†’ Special facilities.
  2. Select Vision (or Improve Visibility in new MIUI versions).
  3. Activate the switch Display for the visually impaired.
  4. In the menu that opens, set up: ๐Ÿ” Font size (values up to 200 available%). ๐ŸŽฏ Contrast โ€“ useful in bright lighting. ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Increase of interface elements (icons, buttons).

Save the settings and restart the phone.

โš ๏ธ Note: This mode may conflict with some applications, especially those that use native fonts (e.g. TikTok or AliExpress). If you notice a crash after activation, try turning off the mode and use only the font zoom through the standard settings (Method 1).

What if the "display for the visually impaired" mode is not displayed?
In some regional versions MIUI This item can be hidden. To unlock it: 1. MIUI Version Changer (available on Google Play). 2. Select India (India) region - in this firmware all the features are available. 3. Reboot your phone and check for mode in Special Options. โš ๏ธ This method can cause some services to crash (like Google Pay) if your phone is not designed for the Indian market.

Advantages of this method:

ParameterStandard font enlargementDisplay for the visually impaired
Maximum font sizeUp to 150%.Up to 200%.
Scaling iconsNo.Yes.
Support for applicationsPartialComplete (but possible glitch)
Impact on productivityNo.Could slow down animations.

Method 3: Locally modify the font in individual applications

If you only need to enlarge text in specific programs (for example, in a browser or messenger), you can use their built-in settings. This is convenient if the system large font interferes with other applications.

Examples for popular applications:

  • ๐ŸŒ Google Chrome: Open your browser and click โ‹ฎ (three-point) โ†’ Settings. Select Special Options. โ†’ Text size. Set the value from 80 to 200%.
  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Telegram: Go to Settings โ†’ Appearance. Select font size and set Very Large. Activate Enlarge headers for chat rooms.
  • ๐Ÿ“ง Gmail: Open the letter and click โ‹ฎ โ†’ Change the size of the text. Choose Large or Large.

Google Maps

  1. Go to Settings. โ†’ Navigation.
  2. Activate large text in the Display section.

โš ๏ธ Note: Some applications (e.g., VKontakte or WhatsApp) donโ€™t have separate font settings, in which case youโ€™ll need to use system zoom (Method 1 or 2) or third-party utilities (Method 4).

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If the application does not have font settings, try to include a dark theme in it โ€“ white text is perceived better on a black background, and its size subjectively seems larger.

Method 4: Third-party applications for fine-tuning the font

If the built-in MIUI is not enough, you can use third-party utilities, which allow you to:

  • ๐Ÿ”ค Install custom font (e.g. Roboto Bold for better readability).
  • ๐Ÿ“ Changing the line spacing is beneficial for people with dyslexia.
  • ๐ŸŽจ Customize the color and contrast of the text.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Apply changes selectively (for certain applications only).

โš ๏ธ Note: Some antiviruses (e.g. Avast or Dr.Web) may block such applications as being โ€œsuspiciousโ€ because of a request for Special Features rights. If the font does not change after installing Big Font or FontFix, temporarily disable the antivirus.

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Third-party font-changing apps do not require root rights, but their effectiveness depends on the version of MIUI. On firmware newer than MIUI 14, some features may be limited by Xiaomi's security policies.

Method 5: Change the system font file (for advanced users)

This method is only suitable for advanced users, because it requires access to system files, and allows you to set absolutely any font and size, including those that are not available in standard settings.

  • ๐Ÿ”“ Unlocked bootloader (bootloader).
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Superuser rights (root).
  • ๐Ÿ’ป Knowledge of working with ADB file manager with root access (e.g. Root Explorer).

This method is convenient for:

  • ๐Ÿ“„ Reading small text in documents (PDF, screenshot).
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Viewing charts or tables in Excel.
  • ๐Ÿ” Consideration of details in photographs.

โš ๏ธ Attention: Scaling gestures may conflict with some games or applications that use multi-touch gestures (e.g., in the game). PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact. In this case, temporarily disable the function in the settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about font enlargement on Redmi Note 10 Pro

๐Ÿ” Why After Enlarging the Font Some Apps Became Glitzy?
Some applications (especially banking or games) use their own fonts and do not support system scaling. Solutions: Update the application to the latest version. Clear the app cache (Settings โ†’ Apps โ†’ Select the app โ†’ Clear the cache). Turn off the font enlargement for a particular application via Big Font (if you use it).
๐Ÿ“ฑ Can you enlarge the font only on the home screen, and leave the standard in applications?
Yes, but only with third-party launchers like Nova Launcher (settings โ†’ Appearance โ†’ Font size). Action Launcher (supports separate settings for icons and text). Note: this will only change the font in the launcher, not in the apps themselves.
๐Ÿ”„ How to Reset the Font Size to Standard?
You can return the original settings: For standard zoom: Settings โ†’ Screen โ†’ Text Size โ†’ Return to default values. For Display for the visually impaired: Settings โ†’ Special features โ†’ Vision โ†’ Turn off mode. For third-party applications (such as Big Font): Open the application and click Reset.
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Why After Updating MIUI font-size?
For major updates (e.g., from MIUI 12 to MIUI 13), some settings are reset. To avoid this: Before updating, back up settings through Settings โ†’ Additional โ†’ Backup and Reset. Use Mi Mover to port user data. After updating, manually check the font settings.
๐Ÿ”‹ Does large print affect battery life?
The size of the typeface itself does not consume any additional energy. However: If you have to scroll through the screen more often because of the large text, this can slightly increase battery consumption. The "Display for the visually impaired" mode can slightly load the processor when rendering enlarged elements, but the difference usually does not exceed 1-2%. To save battery, it is recommended to use a dark theme along with a large font - this reduces the load on the body. AMOLED-screen.