How to set up the language on Xiaomi smart watches: all the ways for Mi Band, Watch and Redmi Watch

Xiaomi smartwatches have become an integral part of the daily lives of millions of users, but sometimes after buying or resetting the settings there is a problem: the interface is displayed in an unfamiliar language. Most often, these are Chinese, English or Spanish, the languages that the manufacturer sets by default for different regions. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the language on Xiaomi smartwatches, including the Mi Band models. 7/8, Xiaomi Watch 2/3, Redmi Watch 3/4 others.

It is important to understand that the configuration process depends on the firmware version, device model and even the region of purchase. ROM) Chinese usually support Russian out of the box, while Chinese (CN ROM) We will look at both scenarios and give recommendations for solving typical problems, such as not having the right language in the list or resetting after the update.

If you just bought a watch and you see characters on the screen, don't panic. 90% In some cases, the problem is solved for 5–10 You can go for a minute without going to the service center, and the key is to identify the device model and the software version correctly, and you just have to look at the box or look up the information in the Mi app. Fitness/Zepp Life (formerly Mi Fit).

1. How to determine the current language and clock pattern

Before you change the language, you need to know what kind of watch you're holding and what kind of firmware you're running on it. This is critical, because the instructions for the Mi Band 6 and Xiaomi Watch are very critical. S3 They will be radically different.

Methods of model definition:

• 📦 Look at the box - the model is indicated on the sticker (for example, M2229B1 For Redmi Watch 3).
• 🔍 Go to the Zepp Life app → Select the device → About the program or device information.
• 📱 On some models, the name is displayed when you first connect to the phone.
• 🛠️ If the watch is already connected, check the phone settings: Bluetooth → Connected devices.

To find out the firmware version:

1. Open the Zepp Life app.
2. Go to the profile of the device.
3. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Settings → About the programme.
4. Find the Firmware version and Region.

If you see the information on the firmware, CN (China), IN (India) or RU (Russia is a hint about the regional version (CN) Russian is often not supported in the menu, but it can be added manually through the application.

Method 2: Change the language through the Zepp Life (Mi Fit) app

The easiest and safest method is to use the official app, which is suitable for most models, including the Mi Band. 5/6/7/8, Xiaomi Watch S1/S2 Redmi Watch 2/3/4. The main condition: you must have a global or European firmware (not Chinese).

Step-by-step:

1. Install the Zepp Life app (formerly Mi Fit) from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect the watch to your phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the device profile in the application.
4. Go to Settings. → Display. → Language (or Display) → Language).
5. Select Russian from the list. If it is not available, update the firmware (see section 4).
6. Confirm the change and wait for the synchronization (the clock will reset).

If there is no Russian in the list of languages, but there is English, you can temporarily switch to it - this will simplify navigation on the watch menu.Later, you can try updating the firmware to add Russian.

⚠️ Note: Some Chinese Firmware (CN ROM) The language section may not be available at all, in which case only the firmware of the global version will help (see section 5).

Method 2: Manual language change on the watch itself

If the app doesn't work or you prefer to customize everything directly on the device, you can change the language through the watch menu, which works for touchscreen models: Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, Redmi Watch 3 Active, Mi Band 8 Pro and others.

Instructions for the sensory clock:

1. Swipe your finger down the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Settings (or swipe left/right to access the menu).
3. Find the Settings item → System → Language (can be called in Chinese).
4. Scroll through the list and select Russian or Russian (if not, see Section 4).
5. Confirm the choice and wait for the reboot.

For the Mi Band. 7/8 (screenless):

• 🔄 Scroll the menu button to the More item → Settings.
• 📱 Select Language and find Russian in the list.
• ✅ Confirm by tapping the screen.

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If the watch is Chinese, look for an icon with an "A" or a flag — it's usually a language section. S3 It looks like a path: → → (Settings → System system → Language).

On some models (e.g. Redmi Watch 4), the language is changed through Profile. → Settings → Region and language: If the clock starts to glittle after changing the language, reset it to factory settings (see section 6).

4 What to do if Russian is not on the list

The situation when the menu of languages is not Russian, typical of Chinese firmware (CN ROM) Or outdated versions of software. You can solve the problem in three ways:

The safest option is to update the firmware through the official application:

1. Open Zepp Life and go to your device profile.
2. Switch to the firmware update (if available).
3. Download and install the latest version.
4. After the reboot, check the list of languages.

If the update doesn’t help, you can try third-party tools, but it’s risky:

⚠️ Note: Installation of unofficial firmware on Xiaomi watches with CN ROM can block access to Mi Account services (e.g., health data synchronization) and can only be restored through a proof-of-purchase request.

5. Features of settings for popular models

Each line of Xiaomi smart watches has its own nuances when changing the language.

Mi Band 7 / Mi Band 8

On these fitness bracelets, the language changes through the Zepp Life app:

• 📲 Open the device profile → Settings → Display. → Language.
• 🌐 If there is no Russian, upgrade your firmware to version 1.20.0.0 or higher.
• 🔄 After changing the language, restart the bracelet (press the touch button for 10 seconds).

Xiaomi Watch 2 / Watch 2 Pro

On a Wear smartwatch. OS (For example, Watch 2 changes language like this:

1. Swipe the screen from the bottom up to open the menu.
2. Choose Settings → System → Language & input.
3. Add a language and find Russian.
4. Drag Russian to the top of the list.

Redmi Watch 3 / Watch 4

For budget models, Redmi algorithm is simpler:

• 🔧 Press the screen for 3 seconds to open Settings.
• 📜 Select System. → Language.
• 🇷🇺 Scroll to Russian and confirm.

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On the Xiaomi Watch S3 Watch 2 Pro language can be changed only through the menu of the clock – in the app Zepp Life this option is not available!

6. Resetting and restoring the language

If the clock doesn’t work properly after changing the language (for example, it doesn’t sync with the phone or shows errors), resetting to factory settings will help, which is also useful if you bought a used device with unknown settings.

How to reset your settings:

1. On the clock, open Settings. → System system → Reset (or Settings) → System → Reset).
2. Select Reset all settings (Reset all settings).
3. Confirm the action (it may be necessary to enter) PIN-code).
4. After rebooting, connect the clock to the phone again and select the language when you first set up.

For the Mi Band without a screen:

• 🔄 Flick the menu to More → Reset.
• 👆 Confirm by tapping the screen.

⚠️ Warning: Reset removes all data from the clock, including training statistics and alarm settings. Before the procedure, sync the data with the Zepp Life app to avoid losing your activity history.

If the tongue is not displayed correctly again after reset, check:

• 📱 The Zepp Life version (update to the latest).
• 📲 Xiaomi account region (must be Russia or Global).
• 🔄 Availability of firmware updates.

7. Problem Solving: The clock doesn't keep its tongue or is reset

Sometimes, after a change of language, Xiaomi watches return to Chinese or English. CN ROM Or when there's a conflict of software versions, here's what to do:

If you watch Xiaomi Watch S3 Watch 2 Pro shows system error after update UI Stopped, do it:

1. Reset the settings (see Section 6).
2. Turn off your phone in Zepp Life.
3. Remove the application and install it again.
4. Connect the watch as a new device.

For Mi Band 8 with the problem of permanent language reset:

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)