How to increase icons on Xiaomi: all the ways for MIUI 12, 13, 14 and HyperOS

Small icons on Xiaomi's screen create discomfort? Eyes get tired of trying to look at the labels under the icons, and fingers constantly miss the desired application? The problem is solved in 2-3 minutes - MIUI and the new HyperOS have built-in tools for scaling the interface. But not all users know where to look for these settings, especially after updating the firmware.

In this article, 5 proven ways to increase icons on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO, including hidden features for older versions of MIUI. We will analyze the standard system settings, launcher capabilities, as well as alternative methods for devices without root rights. Separately, we will focus on the nuances for models with giant screens (for example, Xiaomi 14 Ultra or POCO F6 Pro), where too large icons can look ridiculous.

1. Standard method: scale settings in MIUI/HyperOS

The most obvious and safe method is to use the built-in tools of the system.It works on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 10 and later (including HyperOS), does not require superuser rights and takes less than a minute.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Special facilities → Screen size.
• 🔍 At the top of the screen will appear a slider with the words Size of text and elements.
• ➕ Move the slider to the right to increase the icons (maximum value is 150%).
• 🔄 Changes will apply automatically – check the result on the home screen.

⚠️ Attention: This method increases all interface elements — not just icons, but also menu text, buttons in apps, and even fonts in your browser. If you only need to change the size of icons, move to the next section.

2. Change the size of the icons through the launcher settings

If you only need to increase the app icons without affecting the rest of the interface, use the settings of the standard MIUI launcher.This method works on most models, but may not be available on some firmware for the global market.

Step-by-step:

1. Press and hold the empty space on the home screen (not the icon!).
2. At the bottom of the screen will appear menu – select Home screen settings (or Home screen settings in English firmware).
3. Scroll down to the App icon size section.
4. Choose one of the options offered: Small, Medium, Large or Very Large.
5. Click Apply and wait for the interface update.

💡 Useful tip: On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T Or the Redmi Note 12 Pro.+) This menu also has a setting for text size under icons. If the text merges with the background, try to reduce the size or include Shadow of the text.

Use of alternative launchers (Nova, Apex, Lawnchair)

If Xiaomi's standard settings don't suit you, install a third-party launcher that will not only increase the icons, but also completely customize the look of the smartphone.

• 🛠️ Nova Launcher – supports icon scaling from 50% to 150%, adaptive icons and gestures.
• 🎨 Apex Launcher – allows you to change the size of icons and text separately, there are themes for design.
• 🚀 Lawnchair is a lightweight open source launcher optimized for Xiaomi.
• 🔧 Microsoft Launcher – suitable for users integrated into the Windows ecosystem.

How to adjust the size of icons in Nova Launcher:

1. Install a launcher from Google Play.
2. Press and hold your finger on the main screen → Settings.
3. Go to the Main Screen → Size of badges.
4. Choose a value from 50% to 150% (we recommend starting with 120%).
5. In the font size section, adjust the text under the icons.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party launchers, some Xiaomi features, such as Double-Tap to Wake Up or Super Wallpaper, may disappear. Before installing, check compatibility with your model in the application description.

4. Manually resize icons via ADB (for power users)

If none of the previous methods helped, you can change the size of the icons through the ADB-This method requires connecting a smartphone to a computer and basic command line knowledge. MIUI 11-14 and HyperOS.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your smartphone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on the MIUI Version (you will be notified you become a developer). Go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers. Activate Debugging over USB.

Command line.

Terminal

adb devices

The serial number of your device should appear.

1.3

adb shell settings put secure icon_scale_factor 1.3

adb reboot

🔧 Technical note: On some Xiaomi firmware, this command may not work due to manufacturer limitations:

adb shell settings put global icon_scale_factor 1.3

5. Increase icons through MIUI themes

Few people know, but MIUI has themes that automatically resize icons, which doesn't require root rights and is suitable for users who want to not only increase icons, but also update the interface design.

How it works:

• 🎨 Open the Themes app (usually preinstalled on Xiaomi).
• 🔍 In the search bar, enter large icons or large icons.
• 📥 Choose your favorite theme (like the Big Icons Pack or Accessibility Theme).
• 🖼️ Click Apply – Theme will change the size of the icons and possibly fonts.

💡 Tip: If you don’t like the design of the chosen theme, but you are satisfied with the size of the icons, you can return the standard interface style through Settings → Topics → Main settings → System style.

⚠️ Attention: Some topics from the store MIUI They may contain advertisements or collect data. Check reviews and ratings of the topic before installation. Use only official sources for security.

6.Reset launcher settings (if icons become too big)

Sometimes, after experimenting with icon sizes, the interface starts to look chaotic: icons overlap, text is cropped or disappears, in which case resetting the launcher settings will help.

How to return the standard look:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Launcher app (or Launcher, MIUI Home).
3. Open its settings and select Warehouse.
4. Click Clear Data and confirm the action.
5. The smartphone will restart, and the launcher will return to factory settings.

📌 Important: This operation will remove all your widgets, folders and icon locations on the home screen. Before reset, take screenshots of the current arrangement or use the backup function in Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

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Resetting the launcher is the last way to bring back the standard look of the icons if other methods have not worked. Use it only if you have serious interface problems.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the size of the icons on Xiaomi