How to change the theme on the Xiaomi Mi Band 4: 3 ways + mistake-making

Xiaomi Mi Band 4

In this article, you will find step-by-step instructions for changing themes through official apps (Mi Fit and Zepp Life), alternative methods using third-party utilities, and solving typical problems from synchronization errors to “flying” faces after a firmware update, and we will also discuss where to download secure themes and how to avoid viruses when installing custom files.

If you've just bought a wristband or want to upgrade, this guide will help you do things quickly and without the risk of bricking your device, and for power users, we've prepared hidden pieces like how to set up informal themes with animations or how to return a standard dial after a failed experiment.

1. Preparation of the bracelet for the change of the topic

Before changing the theme to Mi Band 4, make sure your bracelet is ready for the procedure. Skipping these steps can lead to synchronization errors or even firmware failure.

✅ Update the bracelet firmware to the latest version. Outdated versions often don't support new themes or work with them incorrectly. Check whether the firmware is up to date in the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app in the Device Profile section → Firmware update.

✅ Charge the bracelet to at least 50%. At low charge, the device may shut down while setting the theme, causing it to be damaged. Optimally, 80% or higher.

✅ Connect the bracelet to your smartphone via Bluetooth. Make sure the connection is stable: go to the phone settings → Bluetooth and check that the Mi Band 4 is displayed as a connected device. If the connection is interrupted, restart both devices.

⚠️ Note: If you use an iPhone, turn off the battery saving feature in your iOS settings before you change.

• 🔋 Check the firmware version: Go to Mi Fit → Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Firmware version. Current for 2026 - 1.0.9.54 and higher.
• 📱 Update the app: Outdated versions of Mi Fit or Zepp Life may not display new themes. Download the fresh version on the App Store or Google Play.
• 🔄 Reboot the bracelet: If the themes aren't installed, reset the bracelet to factory settings via Settings → Additionally. → Reset.

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If the bracelet doesn’t sync with your phone, try turning off Bluetooth, then turn it on again and restart the Mi Fit app. Often this solves the problem of “hanging” when installing themes.

2.Official way: change the theme through Mi Fit or Zepp Life

The easiest and safest method is to use official Xiaomi apps, which is suitable for most users and does not require additional manipulation.

📌 Step 1. Open the Mi Fit app (or Zepp Life if you upgraded to it after the update) and go to Profile section → Mi Smart Band 4.

📌 Step 2. Slip the bracelet icon, then select Dial (in Zepp Life - Topics).

📌 Step 3. Scroll through the list of available themes. Official dials are divided into categories:

• ⏱️ Classic: Analog clock with hands.
• 📊 Digital: Minimalist themes with numbers.
• 🎨 Character themes: Licensed dials (such as with Mickey Mouse or Hello Kitty).
• 🖼️ Photo: The ability to upload your image (not available in all regions).

📌 Step 4: Choose your favorite theme and click Set. The bracelet syncs to the phone, and the theme will apply automatically.

⚠️ Note: In some regions (e.g. Europe), some themes may be blocked due to licensing restrictions. If you don’t see the right dial, try changing the region in your Xiaomi account settings (but this may affect other features).

Check the bracelet firmware version|Update the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life|Charge the bracelet to 50%+|Connect Bluetooth on your phone|Reset the bracelet if you make mistakes-->

3. Installation of custom themes: step-by-step instructions

If there are few official themes, you can install custom dials from third-party developers, a method that requires more action, but opens up access to thousands of unique designs, from Cyberpunk 2077-style themes to live wallpaper dials.

🔧 What's the matter:

• 📱 Smartphone on Android (for iOS method is not suitable).
• 🔗 Notify & Fitness for Mi Band app (Google Play app).
• 💾 Theme file in.bin format (where to download - read below).

📌 Step 1 Download the theme file.

Safe sources of custom topics:

• 🌐 Mi-Band.ru – Russian forum with proven themes.
• 🌐 Amazfit Watchfaces - international base (there is a filter on Mi Band 4).
• 📁 Telegram channels: Search for “Mi Band 4 themes” – there are often posted fresh designs.

⚠️ Warning: Never download.bin files from questionable sites! viruses in such files can damage the bracelet or steal data from your phone.

📌 Step 2: Install Notify & Fitness.

Download it from Google Play and provide all the permissions you request (access to files, notifications, Bluetooth).

📌 Step 3. Upload the theme to your bracelet.

1. Open Notify & Fitness and go to the Dials section.
2. Click Add the dial and select the downloaded.bin file.
3. Confirm the installation. The bracelet will reset and the theme will apply.

💡 Tip: If the theme is not installed, try renaming the file to theme.bin (sometimes).

4 How to make a theme out of your photo

One of the features of the Mi Band 4 is the ability to use personal photos as the background of the dial, but this feature is not available in all regions and requires some tricks.

📸 Method 1: Through the official annex (if available)

1. Open Mi Fit. → Profile → Mi Band 4 → Dials.
2. Select the Photo category (if any).
3. Download the image from the phone gallery.
4. Cut the photo to the size of the bracelet screen (recommended format — 120×240 pixel).

📸 Method 2: Through third-party services (if the official method is not available)

If you do not have a photo upload option in your region, use the Mi-Band.me service:

1. Upload your photo to the website.
2. Select the style of the dial (position of arrows, time font).
3. Download the generated.bin file.
4. Install it via Notify & Fitness (as described in the previous section).

⚠️ Attention: Highly detailed images (such as portraits) on the Mi Band screen 4 It will look blurry due to low resolution display (120×240). It is better to choose contrasting pictures with a minimum of small details.

5. Solving problems when changing topics

Even when following instructions, users often encounter errors, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

🔴 Problem 1: Theme is not set (Sync error)

✅ Decisions:

• 📱 Restart the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life and Bluetooth on your phone.
• 🔄 Update the bracelet firmware to the latest version.
• 🚫 Remove the app cache (phone settings) → Annexes → Mi Fit → Memory. → Clear the cache).
• 🔌 Connect the bracelet to another phone and try to reset the theme.

🔴 Problem 2: After installing the theme, the bracelet stopped showing the time.

✅ Decisions:

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (press the button for 10 seconds).
• 🗑️ Remove the problem theme through Notify & Fitness and return the standard dial.
• 🛠️ Reset the bracelet to factory settings (Settings) → Additionally. → Reset).

🔴 Problem 3: Notify & Fitness does not display custom themes

✅ Decisions:

💡 Critical information: If after installing the custom theme bracelet stopped responding to touch or shows artifacts on the screen, do not try to reflash it yourself.

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Before installing custom themes, always check that they are compatible with your firmware version. Version mismatches are the main reason bracelets get “bricked”.

6. Top.-5 Themes for Xiaomi Mi Band 4 into 2026 year

If you don’t know which theme to choose, here is a selection of the most popular and functional dials for the current year:

• 🎮 Cyberpunk 2077: Animated theme with neon elements and dynamic backgrounds. Shows time, steps, pulse and charge level.
• ⚡ Tesla Style: Minimalist dial in the style of the dashboard Tesla. displays speed (if connected to a bicycle), weather and notifications.
• 🐱 Hello Kitty: Officially licensed theme with animation, suitable for children or fans of this character.
• 🌌 Star Wars: Themes with Darth Vader, Boba Fett and other characters in the saga. There are versions with sound effects (requires firmware 1.0.9.54)+).
• 📈 Fit Stats: Athletes dial with detailed statistics: steps, calories, distance, pulse and activity schedule for the day.

🔍 Where to download:

All of these topics (except official ones) can be found on Amazfit Watchfaces or on Telegram channels dedicated to the Mi Band.

7 How to bring back the standard theme

If the experiments with custom dials were unsuccessful, or you just want to return the factory look of the bracelet, do the following:

🔄 Method 1: Through Mi. Fit/Zepp Life

1. Open the app and go to the Dials.
2. Choose any standard theme (usually marked as Official).
3. Press Set. The bracelet syncs and returns to its baseline look.

🔄 Method 2: Resetting the bracelet

If standard topics are not set:

1. Go to the bracelet settings → Additionally. → Reset.
2. Confirm the reset, the bracelet will reset and return to the factory theme.
3. ⚠️ Warning: This will remove all data from the bracelet (steps, alarm settings, etc.).

🔄 Method 3: Flashing (extreme case)

If the bracelet "hangs" on the custom theme and does not respond to reset:

1. Download the official firmware for Mi Band 4 from the Mi-Band.ru website.
2. Install it with Mi Band 4 Tools or Notify & Fitness.
3. After reflashing the bracelet will return to the standard theme.

⚠️ Warning: Flashing is a risky procedure, and if you interrupt the process, the bracelet may fail, and only do this with full confidence or under the guidance of an experienced user.

FAQ: Frequent questions about topics on Mi Band 4