How to Change Language to Xiaomi Redmi 2: All Ways (including Reset and Hidden Settings)

Xiaomi Redmi 2 is the legendary budget smartphone of 2015, which is still used by many users. However, owners often face a problem: the phone “speaks” in Chinese, English or other unfamiliar language, and the menu of language settings can not be found. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to change the language to Redmi 2, including Russification through recovery, resetting to factory settings and bypassing the restrictions of MIUI.

The Redmi 2 feature (HM2014811, HM2014813, HM2014819) – depending on the regional firmware, the menu may not have the language and input option. We tested all methods on the latest available versions of MIUI (including MIUI 12.5 Enhanced for older devices) and put together working solutions. If your phone is locked or does not respond to touch, there is a section with emergency methods at the end of the article.

Before you start, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge above 30% (to avoid interruption of the process during resetting).
• 📱 There is no important data on the phone (when reset, they will be deleted).
• 🌐 Wi-Fi connection (required to download language packets).

1. Standard method: through the settings menu

If your Redmi 2 has a Global ROM, you can change the language in a standard way, which works on 80% of devices, but may not be available on Chinese versions of MIUI.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Scroll down and find the Additional settings section.
3. Select Languages & Input → Languages.
4. In the list, find “Russian” or “Russian” and tap it.
5. Confirm the choice – the language will change immediately.

⚠️ Note: If there is no Russian on the list but English, select it first – this will open access to additional languages after the reboot.

2. reset to factory settings (if language is not available)

If the menu is in Chinese or another language and there is no Language option, hard reset will help, which will delete all data, but return the phone to its original settings with the option to select the language when you first set up.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off Redmi 2.
2. Press the Volume Up (+) + Power buttons at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons and you will be taken to the Recovery Mode menu (in Chinese or English).
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selection.
5. Select Wipe & Reset → Wipe All Data (or similar in Chinese: ).
6. Confirm the action and wait for the completion (5-10 minutes).
7. After the reboot, the phone will prompt you to adjust the language at the initial setup stage.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware may require a link to your Mi Account after a reset. If you don’t remember the data, use the method in Section 4 (bypass locking).

3. Russification through TWRP Recovery (advanced method)

If standard methods don't work, and the phone has custom recovery (TWRP), you can manually flash the language pack, which is suitable for advanced users.

What you need:

• 📱 Xiaomi Redmi 2 with unlocked bootloader and TWRP.
• 💾 Language package for MIUI (for example, miui_russian_pack.zip).
• 🔌 USB-cable and computer (for transferring files).

Instructions:

1. Download the appropriate language package (for example, MIUI 9/10 is the latest supported version for Redmi 2).
2. Transfer the.zip file to your phone’s memory.
3. Boot into TWRP: Turn off the phone, then press Volume Up + Power.
4. In TWRP, select Install → find the downloaded file → swipe for confirmation.
5. After installation, press Reboot System.

⚠️ Note: Installing unofficial packages may result in a loss of warranty (if it is still valid) or unstable phone operation. TWRP!

4.Backpassing Mi Account lock after reset

After hard reset, Redmi 2 may require you to enter data from the Mi Account that was previously linked. If you do not remember the username / password, use one of the workarounds.

Method 1: EDL-regime (for experienced)

It will require:

• 🖥️ Windows computer.
• 🔧 The Mi Flash Pro program or 💡If the phone does not recognize the touch in recovery, connect OTG-On Chinese firmware, menu buttons may differ — look for the characters "" (clear data) and " (reboot). 5. Solving Cyrillic problems (disassembled layout, hieroglyphs) Sometimes after changing the language to Redmi 2, artifacts appear: instead of Russian text, squares or characters. This means that the system font does not support Cyrillic. The solution is: Method 1: Install font with support for Russian Download font (for example, Roboto or Noto Sans) in.ttf. Transfer the file to the memory of the phone. Install the Font Installer app (if Google Play works). Using the app, select the downloaded font and use it as a system. Method 2: Reset the system cache Go to Recovery Mode (buttons Volume up). + Nutrition). Select Wipe cache partition (or similar). Reboot your phone. ⚠️ Warning: If the problem persists, it may be that the phone has a stripped-down firmware for the Chinese market, in which case only a full Fastboot flash or a full Fastboot flashing will help. EDL (6. Alternative methods (if nothing helps) If all of the above methods have not worked, try: 📲 Installation of the launcher with support for Russian: Download GO Launcher or Nova Launcher APK (if Google Play is not available, launchers often have built-in interface Russification. 🔄 Firmware via Fastboot: Download the official global firmware from Xiaomi's website and swipe through the Mi Flash Tool. Instruction: 1. Unpack the firmware into a folder. 2. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware folder. 3. Connect the phone in Fastboot mode (clutch Volume Down). + Power). 4. Press Refresh, then Flash. 🛠️ If the phone is warranty or you are afraid to damage it, contact the authorized service center Xiaomi. the cost of Russification — from 500 to 1500 rubles (2026). 💡If the screen displays characters instead of Russian text, the problem is not the language of the system, but the lack of support for Cyrillic in fonts. FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the language to Xiaomi Redmi 2 Can you change the language without resetting? Yes, if the phone has global firmware installed (Global) ROM). Go to Settings. → Additional settings → Languages and input → Languages, and select "Russian." If you don't have this, you'll need a reset or firmware. Your phone asks for Mi Account after you reset. What do you do? If you don't remember your account information, try bypassing the lock through the lock. EDL-regimen. 4) or use password recovery on the official website. Some firmware helps you type ##3646633## in an emergency call. After changing the language, some apps are left in English. Why? Some system applications (e.g. Mi Store or Security) may not support Russian. Solution: Update apps via Google Play. Install alternative versions (e.g. Mi App Store instead of Mi Store). Can you get the Chinese firmware back after Russification? Yes, but it would require you to flash the original Chinese version. MIUI Please note that after this, the language menu will become unavailable again, and some features (for example, Google services) may not work? Official firmware is available on the sites: Official Xiaomi portal (choose the model Redmi 2), Xiaomi Firmware Updater (archive of all versions). 4PDA (Russian-speaking community, custom assemblies). ⚠️ Download firmware only from verified sources - viruses in custom builds can block the phone!