How to change the screensaver on Xiaomi watches: 5 ways to Mi Band, Watch and Smart Band

Xiaomi’s smartwatch is not only a functional health-tracking gadget, but also a stylish accessory that can be customized to your liking. One of the most popular customization options is changing the screensaver (dial), which allows you to personalize the appearance of the device. However, not all users know how to do this, especially when it comes to different models from the budget Mi Band to the premium Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the screensaver on Xiaomi watches, including official methods through the Mi app. Fitness/Zepp Life, third-party services, and hidden features for advanced users, you will learn which models support dynamic dials, how to install animated screensavers, and what to do if new wallpapers are not used. Particular attention will be paid to typical errors and ways to eliminate them - from synchronization problems to restrictions on the number of dials installed.

Important: The instructions in this article are relevant for firmware 2023-2026. If your watch has not been updated for a long time, some functions may work differently - check the version of the software in the device settings.

1.What Xiaomi watch models support the change of the screensaver?

Not all Xiaomi smartwatches and fitness bracelets allow you to change dials, the options depend on the model, firmware version and region of sale. Below is the current compatibility table for 2026:

Note: On some models (e.g. Mi Band 5), the screensaver can only be changed after updating the firmware to the latest version. Check the relevance of the software in the About Device section of the support application.

If your model is not in the table, it does not mean that changing the dial is impossible. For example, for the Xiaomi Mi Watch (2020) there are informal methods of installing custom screensavers through the phone. ADB, But they require unlocking the bootloader and can void the warranty.

2. Official way: changing the screensaver through Mi Fitness/Zepp Life

The easiest and safest method is to use a proprietary app. The instructions are suitable for most modern models, including the Mi Band 8, Smart Band 8 Pro and Xiaomi Watch. S2.

Step 1. Make sure the watch is connected to the phone via Bluetooth and synced with the app.

• 📱 Open Mi Fitness (or Zepp Life) for new models).
• 🔄 Go to the Profile section → My devices and choose your watch.
• 🔗 Click Sync Data if the connection is broken.

Step 2. Go to the dial menu:

• 🎨 In the main menu of the application, select the Dial tab (or Display in the English version).
• 🔍 Scroll through the list of available screensavers. Pay attention to the categories: Classic, Sports, Minimalistic, etc.
• ⬇️ Click on your favorite dial and select Install.

Check the battery charge (minimum 30%)

Update the Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app

Make sure you have a stable Bluetooth connection

Synchronize data before changing-->

Step 3: Once installed, the dial will automatically apply to the watch.

1. Restart the clock (press the power button for 10 seconds).
2. In the appendix, click Apply again.
3. Check if the energy-saving mode on the phone blocks Bluetooth.

Important: On models with AMOLED-In the case of the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, some of the dials support Always-On Display (AOD). To activate it, after installing the screensaver, go to the Settings of the clock → Display. → Always On and choose the display style.

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If there are few options on the dial list, try changing the region in the app settings, for example, there are more designs available for European firmware than for Russian ones.

3. How to install third-party dials on Xiaomi Watch

The official app offers a limited selection of screensavers, and if you want unique designs — like favorite characters, animated ones, or extra widgets — you'll have to use third-party sources. Let's look at two proven ways.

Method 1: Through the AmazFit app (for Zepp models) OS)

The AmazFit app (not to be confused with Mi Fitness!) supports many Xiaomi models, including the Smart Band 8 Pro and Watch. S2. It offers an extended library of dials:

1. Download AmazFit from Google Play or App Store.
2. Connect the watch through the Profile → Add the device.
3. Go to the dial section → Online and choose your favorite design.
4. Click Download and Apply. Synchronization will take 1-2 minutes.

Method 2: Manual installation through APK (for advanced users)

This method is suitable for models based on Wear OS (Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro and requires a pre-production:

• 📲 Put it on the phone. ADB AppControl (available in the 4PDA).
• 🔌 Connect the watch to the phone. USB (need OTG-adapter).
• 📥 Download the.apk file from trusted sources (e.g. WatchFace Ninja).
• 🛠️ Through ADB Execute the command: adb install path/to/watchface.apk

⚠️ Attention: Installation of third-party APK It can disrupt the clock or cause resets. Before the procedure, back up your data via Settings. → System system → Backup.

For the Mi Band. 7/8 There are alternative methods using modified firmware (e.g. Custom Mi Band), but they require unlocking the bootloader and are only suitable for advanced users.

4.Why isn't the screensaver on Xiaomi's watch changed? Common bugs

Sometimes users find that new dials do not apply or disappear after a reboot.

Additional checks:

• 🔋 Make sure the watch battery is above 20%.At low charge, some functions are blocked.
• 📵 Check if the phone is on the In-plane mode or Traffic Saving.
• 🔄 Try untie and reconnect the clock in the app.

If the problem persists, try resetting the clock to factory settings.

1. On the clock go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Confirm the action (may be required) PIN-code).
3. After restarting, repeat synchronization with your phone.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Mi Band 5 and older), the setting reset deletes all activity data from the last 7 days.Export history through Profile → Exporting data before dumping.

5. How to create your own Xiaomi watch face

If you don't like the finished options, you can design a unique screensaver. There are several tools for this:

Method 1: Designer in Zepp Life

Zepp Life app for Zepp-based models OS (For example, Smart Band 8 Pro includes a built-in dial editor:

1. Open Zepp Life and go to Dials → Create.
2. Select a template (analog or digital watch).
3. Customize the elements: 🎨 Background: upload your image or select from the gallery. ⏱️ Arrows/digits: change color, size, font. 📊 Widgets: Add pedometer, weather, pulse.

Save and apply the design.

Method 2: Watch Face Studio (Facer)

For more customization, use desktop editors:

• 🖥️ Watch Face Studio (from Samsung, but supports some Xiaomi models) – allows you to create animated dials with interactive elements.
• 🎭 Facer is a platform with a large community of designers. Export projects in.watch and convert for Xiaomi via AmazFit Tool.

Requirements for user dials:

• 📏 Background resolution: 454×454 px for round screens, 390×450 px for rectangular.
• 🎨 Format: PNG (Transparency is maintained).
• 🔢 Maximum file size: 1 MB.

The finished dial can be downloaded to the watch via AmazFit or ADB (see section 3).

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Creating custom dials requires exact technical compliance. For example, for Xiaomi Watch S2 no animations with a frequency above 10 frames / s – this will lead to an installation error.

6. Animated and interactive dials: what it is and how to install

Modern Xiaomi models (such as the Watch 2 Pro or Smart Band 8 Pro) support dynamic screensavers with animation and interactive elements.

• 🌊 Animated: Moving background elements (waves, clouds, particles).
• ⚙️ Interactive: Reaction to gestures (e.g., changing color when raising your hand).
• 📈 With widgets: display weather, notifications, battery level in real time.

How to install an animated dial:

1. In the Zepp Life app, go to Dials → Animated.
2. Choose your favorite option and click Preview to see the animation.
3. Set the dial and wait for the synchronization (can take up to 5 minutes).

Problems with animated screensavers:

• 🔋 Increased battery consumption: Dynamic dials reduce uptime by 10 to 15 percent. Turn them off overnight via Settings → Display. → Schedule AOD.
• ⚠️ Hanging: on weak models (e.g. Mi Band 7) animation can slow down. Install firmware with optimizations (e.g. Mi Band Master).
• 🚫 Region restrictions: some animated themes are only available in China. VPN for region change in the appendix.

For Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro (on Wear) OS) Animated dials are installed via Google Play on the clock:

1. Open the Play Store on the clock.
2. Find the Facer or WatchMaker app.
3. Download and install your favorite design directly on the device.

7.Discharge of the dial to the factory look

If after experimenting with screensavers, the watch starts to work unstable or you just want to return to the standard look, reset the dial.

For the Mi Band. 7/8 Smart Band 8 Pro:

1. Open Mi Fitness/Zepp Life.
2. Go to the dials. → Current.
3. Click Remove next to the active screensaver.
4. Select a standard dial from the Basic list.

For the Xiaomi Watch S1/S2 and Watch 2 Pro:

• 📱 Through the app: In Zepp Life, select Dials → Find a factory screensaver (usually marked as Default.
• ⌚ Directly on the clock: Press the screen for 2 seconds to open the dial menu. Scroll left to the standard option. Tap it for use.

If the standard screensaver does not appear in the list, perform a full reset of the clock settings:

1. On the clock: Settings → System → Reset to factory.
2. Annex: Profile → The device → Untie, then reconnect.

⚠️ Note: Some models (Mi Band 6 and older) may require re-assignment to your Xiaomi account after a reset.Make sure to remember your account password, otherwise access to features will be restricted.

8. Alternative methods: ADB, modified firmware and not only

For power users who don't have enough standard ways, there are advanced dial-change methods that require technical skills and can lead to loss of warranty, but open up access to unique features.

Method 1: Installation through ADB (wear OS)

Suitable for Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro and other Wear models OS 3+:

1. Turn on the debugging. ADB on the clock: Settings → System system → The phone. → Assembly number (tap 7 times) Settings → System system → For developers → Debugging by ADB
2. Connect the watch to the PC through USB (need OTG-adapter).
3. Execute the command to install APK dial: adb install watchface.apk

Method 2: Modified firmware (for Mi Band)

For the Mi Band. 5/6/7 There are custom firmware (for example, Custom Mi Band) that add:

• 🎨 Support for third-party dials.
• 🔧 Advanced screen settings.
• 📱 Notifications from supplementary annexes.

Installation:

1. Download the firmware with 4PDA.
2. Connect the bracelet to your PC via the Mi Band Tool.
3. Download the firmware through Flasher.

Method 3: Use of alternative launchers

On a Wear watch. OS (For example, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, you can install launchers like Bubble Cloud, which completely change the interface, including the dials:

1. Open the Play Store on the clock.
2. Find and install Bubble Cloud Wear OS Launcher.
3. Customize widgets and appearance through the app on your phone.

⚠️ Note: Installation of modified firmware or use ADB can lead to: - loss of warranty; - unstable operation of the device; - blocking some functions (for example, NFC-Before the procedure, back up the data!

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Advanced methods are only suitable for confident users, and if you are not willing to take risks, use the official methods in sections 2-3.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the screensaver on Xiaomi watches