Xiaomi Poco X3 owners often face the problem of where the pedometer went? Unlike the flagship Mi Band or Redmi Watch models, the step counter is not always obvious in Poco smartphones. The fact is that the feature is built into the system application "Health" (Mi Health), but can be hidden due to the features of the firmware or regional settings. In this article, we will discuss where to look for the pedometer, how to activate it, and why the data may not match the fitness bracelet.
It's important to understand that the Poco X3 doesn't have a separate step sensor like a smartwatch, but instead uses an accelerometer and MIUI algorithms to calculate motion, which means that accuracy depends on the right calibration and energy saving settings, and if you carry your phone in your pocket or bag, the data will be more accurate than when you hold it in your hand, and then you'll see the step-by-step instruction based on the latest MIUI 14 updates.
1.Where to look for a pedometer: standard location in MIUI
In MIUI 12-14 for Poco X3, the step counter is integrated into the Health app (green leaf icon), but its location may vary depending on the software version:
- 📱 Main path: Settings → Annexes → Health → Steps. This is a daily activity chart and a daily activity chart.
- 🔍 Alternative way: Swipe right on the home screen (Mi Smart Hub panel) – there may be a widget with the number of steps.
- 🌐 For global firmware: The app may be called Mi Health or Health (depending on region).
If the Health app is not on the menu, check the Tools folder or search the system (gesture down on the home screen → type “steps”). On some custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience), the pedometer can work through Google Fit – more on this in the next section.
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If the pedometer widget disappeared after the MIUI update, restart the phone and reset the widget settings: pinch the empty space on the home screen → “Widgets” → find “Health” and drag it back.
2. Why the pedometer does not show data: common causes
If the step counter doesn’t update or shows zeros, the problem lies in one of four factors:
- Disabled permissions. Health needs permissions to access physical activity, motion sensors, and background work.
- Energy saving. MIUI aggressively optimizes background processes. Add Health to the exception list: Settings → Battery → Battery optimization → All apps → Health → No restrictions.
- Uncalibrated sensors: Once the settings are reset or the software is updated, the accelerometer needs to be recalibrated.
- Conflict with Google Fit.If both apps are tracking steps at the same time, data can be duplicated or reset.
Critical detail: on the Poco X3 with firmware below MIUI 13.0.4, the pedometer only works when GPS is on (even if you're not using navigation), this is due to activity algorithms. Check if geolocation is turned on in the notification curtain.
3. How to enable pedometer display on the lock screen
To see the number of steps without unlocking your phone, activate the widget on the lock screen:
- Go to Settings → Lock screen → Widgets.
- Choose Health or Steps (name depends on MIUI version).
- Set the widget position (left/right) and its size.
- Activate the option to show when blocking.
If the widget doesn't appear, update the Health app via Play Market or GetApps. on some firmware (e.g, MIUI EU) manual installation APK-Mi Health application file of the latest version.
Wearing your phone in your pants pocket (not in your hand!)
Turn on GPS and mobile internet
Disable other fitness apps (Google Fit, Samsung Health)
Walk at least 50 steps on a flat surface-->
4. synchronize pedometer with Google Fit and other services
Data from Health can be exported to Google Fit, Apple Health (for iOS) or Strava.
- 🔗 Connecting to Google Fit: Open up Health → Profile → Settings → Accounts and syncs. Select Google Fit and log in. Allow access to step, weight and activity data.
- ⚠️ Duplication problem: If both apps (Health and Google Fit) count steps at the same time, the data can be added together.