How to use the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 smart watch: a detailed guide with photos and tips

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is one of the most popular fitness bracelets in the world, combining affordable price, stylish design and wide functionality. Despite its compact size, this device can track physical activity, monitor sleep, display notifications from a smartphone and even control music. However, many users face difficulties when first meeting: how to properly synchronize the bracelet with the phone, configure notifications or activate additional functions?

In this article, we will explore all the key aspects of working with the Mi Band 4, from basic setup to hidden features, learn how to make the most of the bracelet for sports, health and everyday tasks, and avoid typical mistakes, and will be suitable for beginners and experienced owners who want to unleash the full potential of the device.

1.Preparation for the first inclusion: what is included in the kit and how to charge the bracelet

Before you first use the Xiaomi Mi Band 4, it is important to make sure that all components are in place.

• 📦 Fitness bracelet itself (capsule with display)
• 🔋 Charging cable (with magnetic connector)
• 📄 Short instructions in several languages (including Russian)
• 🔄 Replacement of the band (depending on version)

First, check the battery. A new bracelet usually has a minimum charge, so it must be recharged before setting up.

1. Remove the capsule from the strap by pulling it to the side.
2. Connect the magnetic connector of the charging cable to the contacts on the back of the capsule (a click should be heard).
3. Connect the cable to USB-computer port or power adapter (5V/1A).

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Use only the original cable or certified analogues. Cheap charging can damage the bracelet battery.

It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to fully charge, and the green light on the charger signals the end of the process, and don't leave the bracelet on charge for more than 3 hours, which can shorten battery life.

2. Installation and configuration of the Mi Fit application: step-by-step instructions

Without the official Mi Fit app (or alternative Zepp Life), the Mi Band 4 bracelet will not be able to sync with your smartphone. The app is available for Android 5.0+ and iOS 10.0+.

• 🤖 Google Play for Android)
• 🍎 App Store (for iPhone)

After installation, follow the following steps:

1. Launch Mi Fit and register (you can use Xiaomi Account, Google or Facebook).
2. Click Add Device → Select Bracelet → Mi Smart Band 4.
3. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and allow the app to access geodata and notifications.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: confirm the pairing on the bracelet (touch the ticks on the display).

If the bracelet is not present, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Mi Band 4 (hold the touch button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Reboot Mi Fit and Bluetooth on your phone.
• 🔌 Make sure the bracelet is charged (the screen should show the battery level).

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, some features (such as music management) may not work well due to iOS limitations.

3. Basic functions and management of the bracelet

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 sensory AMOLED-resolution-screen 120×240 It's pixels. It's swiped and tapped:

• 👆 Swipe up/down - scroll the menu.
• 👈 Swipe left – return to the previous screen.
• 👉 Swipe to the right – move to the next item (for example, between notifications).
• 🖐️ Touch - selecting a menu item.
• 🔙 Long press (2 seconds) – return to the main screen.

The main screen displays:

• ⏱️ Current time and date.
• 🔋 Battery level of charge.
• 🏃 Steps and distance travelled.
• ❤️ Pulse (when activating the function).

For quick access to frequently used functions:

1. Swipe up on the main screen.
2. Select the desired item: Pulse, Weather, Music, etc.

4.Setting up notifications and synchronizing with the phone

One of the key features of the Mi Band 4 is to display notifications from your phone, so you can set them up correctly:

1. Open Mi Fit → go to Profile → Notifications.
2. Activate the Notification Switch.
3. Select the apps you want to see on your bracelet (e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram, Gmail).
4. Set up the Notification Style (full text or icon only).

For stable operation of notifications:

• 📵 Allow Mi Fit to auto-start and work in the background (in phone settings).
• 🔄 Sync your bracelet with your phone regularly (manually or automatically).
• 🚫 Turn off battery optimization for Mi Fit (on Android).

⚠️ Note: On iPhone notifications may come with a delay due to iOS restrictions. To improve the work, turn off the power saving mode on the phone.

If notifications do not arrive:

Make sure Bluetooth is enabled | Check the permissions for Mi Fit in your phone settings |Reset the Mi Fit| app Update the bracelet firmware-->

5. Health tracking: pulse, sleep and physical activity

The Mi Band 4 can monitor key health indicators, but for accurate data, it is important to adjust the parameters correctly:

Pulse measurement:

• 🩺 Automatic: activate in Mi Fit → Profile → Monitoring of heart rate (interval: 1-30 minutes).
• 🖐️ Manual: swipe up on the bracelet → Pulse. → Wait for the result (10-15 seconds).

Sleep tracking:

• 😴 The bracelet automatically detects sleep phases (deep, light, REM), If you sleep from 22:00 to 8:00.
• ⏰ For a non-standard schedule, set up bedtime in Mi Fit.

Fitness tracker:

• 🏃 Tracks steps, distance, burned calories.
• 🚶 For accuracy, specify in Mi Fit your height, weight and step length.

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For maximum accuracy of pulse measurement, wear a bracelet 2-3 fingers above the wrist and tighten the strap.

Additional advice:

• 💧 For swimming, use the swimming pool mode (bracelet waterproof up to 50 meters).
• 🚴 For a bicycle, activate Cycling mode manually.

6 Additional functions: alarm clock, weather, music control

Mi Band 4 supports a number of useful “chips”, which many do not know:

Alarm clock:

• ⏰ Set up in Mi Fit: Profile → Alarm clocks.
• 🔔 The bracelet vibrates at a given time (even if the phone is turned off).

Weather:

• 🌤️ Syncs with the phone. Check the swipe up. → Weather.
• 📍 For accuracy, allow Mi Fit access to geolocation.

Music management:

• 🎵 Works with Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music.
• 🎧 The bracelet shows: track name, pause/playback, next track.

Secret possibilities:

• 🔒 Screen lock: swipe up → More. → Blocking (protection against accidental pressing).
• 🔄 Gestures: in Mi Fit you can turn on raising your hand to activate the screen.

7. Update firmware and reset settings

Regular firmware updates add new features and fix bugs to update Mi Band 4:

1. Make sure the bracelet is charged 50% or more.
2. Connect it to your phone via Mi Fit.
3. Go to Profile → About the device → Update firmware.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen (don’t turn off Bluetooth!).

⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the upgrade process - this may cause the bracelet to fail. If the update is suspended, restart the bracelet (hold the 10 sec button) and try again.

If the bracelet is unstable, reset the settings:

1. In Mi Fit: Profile → Untie the device.
2. On the bracelet: Hold the touch button for 15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Reconnect the bracelet as if it were first activated.

8. Care of the bracelet and solving common problems

The Mi Band 4 is a long-lasting service:

• 🚿 Wash the strap with warm water with soap (without aggressive detergents).
• 🔋 Do not leave the bracelet in the sun or in a hot place (optimum temperature: 0)°–45°C).
• 💦 After swimming, rinse the capsule with fresh water and dry.

Typical problems and their solutions:

If the bracelet is not activated:

• 🔌 Connect to charging for 30 minutes.
• 🔄 Try another one. USB-port.
• 📞 Contact the service center if the problem persists.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions