On the screen of the Xiaomi smartphone, the time and date can be displayed in different ways: in the status bar, through the widget on the desktop or even on the display turned off (always on display). MIUI In some cases, the date disappears from the status bar and the time is shown in an uncomfortable format.
In this article, we’ll break down 5 working ways to display time and date on Xiaomi’s screen (including Redmi models, POCO And Black Shark, and we'll explain why these settings can disappear (AOD) — Features that aren’t available on all devices, but make it much easier to check the time without unlocking your phone.
If you are faced with a problem when time is strayed or not updated automatically, at the end of the article there is a section with solutions. A2) We have provided alternative methods using third-party applications.
1. Standard method: setting up the status string
By default, the time and date are displayed in the top notification bar (status bar). If this data is missing or is shown incorrectly, check the system settings:
- Open the Settings → Screen.
- Select the Status Line (on some firmwares – Notification Panel).
- Make sure the time switch is active, and you can choose the format (12- or 24-hour).
- To display the date, enable the Date option in the status bar (not available on all versions). MIUI).
On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or XP) POCO F5) The default date is hidden. To return it, you may need to activate the developer mode:
- Go to Settings. → The phone.
- Press 7 times on the version MIUI, Unlocking the menu for developers.
- Go back to the basic settings, open Additional → for developers.
- Find the option to Show date in the status bar and turn it on.
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After the update MIUI The date has disappeared from the status bar, try rebooting your phone – sometimes it helps to return the standard settings.
2. The clock widget on the desktop
If you want time and date to be always on hand, add a watch widget to the home screen, which is especially convenient for users who often check schedules or use the phone as an alarm clock.
Instructions for adding a widget:
- 📱 With a long press on the free desktop space, call the menu of adding widgets.
- 🔍 In the list, find the Watch (or Clock on firmware with English).
- 🎨 Choose the display style (analog, digital, with or without a date).
- 📌 Drag the widget to the right place and change its size (if supported).
Nana MIUI 14 Several types of widgets are available:
| Type of widget | Displayed information | Supported models |
|---|---|---|
| Digital watches | Time, date, day of the week | All devices. |
| Analog clock | Time only (shooting format) | All devices. |
| Weather watch | Time, date, temperature, weather conditions | Xiaomi 12/13/14, Redmi Note 11/12, POCO F4/F5 |
| Minimalist watches | Time only (large print) | All devices. |
If standard widgets don't suit you, you can install third-party widgets from Google Play.
- ⏰ Digital Clock Widget – flexible font and color settings.
- 🌤️ Weather & Clock Widget – a weather watch.
- ✨ Chronus – a widget with calendar and notifications.
3. Always On Display (AOD): screen-off
The feature is Always on Display (AOD) It allows you to see the time, date and notifications even when the screen is off.It is available on most flagship Xiaomi models (starting with the Mi 10) and some Redmi series devices (such as the Redmi). K50 Pro).
How to turn on the AOD:
- Go to Settings → Screen → Always On Display
- Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
- Choose the display style (options with clock, date, battery and notifications are available).
- Set up a schedule (you can turn on a permanent display or only at certain hours).
In the models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra or POCO F5 Pro) AOD It consumes minimal energy, because only the pixels that are needed are illuminated. LCD-displays (e.g. Redmi Note 10) feature may be missing or greatly reduce battery life.
If the Always On Display option is not on the menu, it means that your model does not support it, and you can use alternative solutions:
- 🔋 Glance (Microsoft app) – shows time and notifications on a locked screen.
- 🌙 Always On AMOLED — sideways AOD flexible.
Why can't AOD work?
4. Set up the time and date format
If the time is displayed in an uncomfortable format (for example, 12-hour instead of 24-hour), it can be changed in the system settings. This is true for the status bar, for widgets, and for Always On Display.
Instructions for re-formatting:
- Open Settings → Additional → Date and time.
- Select the time format and set it 24-hour or 12-hour.
- In the Date Format section, you can select the order of display (day/month/year or month/day/year).
- Activate Automatic Date and Time if you want your data to sync across the network.
On some firmware (e.g, MIUI Additional formats available for the global market:
- 📅 DD.MM.GYG - standard for Russia.
- 📅 MM/DD/GYG - American format.
- 📅 MGGG-MM-DD — ISO-format.
Make sure that automatic synchronization is enabled.|Check the time zone.|Reboot your phone if time is running out.|Update the firmware if the date is not updated-->
If the time in the status bar has not updated after changing the format, try:
- Turn the phone into airplane mode for 10 seconds, then turn it off.
- Manually set the time and date, then turn on automatic synchronization again.
5.Date and time mapping problems: causes and solutions
Sometimes, the time and date on Xiaomi start to get lost or disappear from the status bar.
- ⚡ Failure of system settings (for example, after updating) MIUI).
- 📡 Network synchronization problems (incorrect time zone or disabled automatic settings).
- 🔋 Optimize the battery, which disables background processes (including time updates).
- 🛠️ Damage to system files (solved by resetting settings or flashing).
Let’s look at the solutions to each problem:
1.Time is strayed after reboot
If after switching off or restarting the phone shows the wrong time, most likely, the settings are confused. RTC (This is typical for devices with a dead battery or after an incorrect update.
What to do:
- 🔋 Charge your phone to 100% and leave it on charge for 1-2 hours.
- 🔄 Manually set the correct time, then turn on automatic synchronization.
- 📥 Update the firmware through Settings → Update of the PO.
2.Date is not displayed in the status bar
On some versions MIUI (Especially on old or custom firmware), the date may not be in the top panel:
- 🔧 Enable Developer Mode and activate Show Date in Status Bar (see Section 1).
- 🎨 Set a third-party theme from the theme → Online where the date is displayed by default.
- 📲 Use the widget or Always On Display as an alternative.
3.Times are not automatically updated
If the clock is frozen and not synchronized with the network:
- Check your internet connection (time is synchronized via NTP-server).
- Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Name of the access point (APN) Make sure that the correct operator profile is provided.
- Reset network settings: Settings → Connections → Reset your Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth settings.
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If time is lost after replacing the battery, the problem may be in the disconnected plume. RTC-In this case, you need a diagnosis at the service center.
6. Alternative methods: third-party applications
If standard methods don’t work (e.g., older models without Always On Display), third-party applications can be used to help:
- ⏱️ Display time and date on the locked screen.
- 🎨 Configure non-standard formats (for example, with seconds or day of the week).
- 🔔 Add additional information (weather, charge level, pedometer).
Top.-5 applications:
| Annex | Functions | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Always On AMOLED | AOD for devices without official support, setting colors and fonts | Google Play |
| Glance | Time, Notifications and Weather on a Locked Screen (from Microsoft) | Google Play |
| Digital Clock Widget | Flexible widgets with size, color and format settings | Google Play |
| Chronus | Clock with calendar, weather and fast settings | Google Play |
| AcDisplay | Active display with notifications (alternative) AOD) | Google Play |
When using third-party applications, consider:
⚠️ Note: Some programs (for example, Always On) AMOLED) They require permission to Overlay on top of other applications, without which they will not be able to display the time on the locked screen. → Annexes → Special access → Overlay.
Also worth paying attention to is battery consumption: AcDisplay, for example, can increase power consumption by 5-10% if you turn on a constant notification poll.
7. Features for older Xiaomi models
On devices older than 2019 (e.g. Redmi Note 7, Mi 8, POCO F1) Some functions may be missing or may work differently. Let's look at the key differences:
- 📱 Always On Display is officially supported only on the Mi 9 and newer.
- ⚙️ V MIUI 10 and below, setting up the date display in the status bar may require activation of the developer mode.
- 🔄 Automatic time synchronization sometimes works unstable due to outdated firmware.
For owners of Xiaomi on Android 9 and below, we recommend:
- Update your firmware to the latest available version (even if it’s not) MIUI 14. MIUI 12).
- Use widgets or apps like AcDisplay to display time on a locked screen.
- If time is constantly going down, check the battery – on older devices it can be the reason for resetting settings. RTC.
On some models (for example, Redmi 5 Plus) after upgrading to the MIUI 11, the date in the status bar is lost:
- 🎨 Installation of a custom theme with support for the date.
- 📲 Use the Chronus widget or Digital Clock Widget.