Personalizing wearables is not just a fashion nod, it's a way to make interactions with your gadget more comfortable. When you pick up a smart wristband, the first thing you look at is the screen, and the standard design often seems boring or not informative enough, which is why the question of how to change the screensaver to the Mi Band 4 is becoming one of the most popular among new owners of this device.
Changing the dial allows you to highlight the data you need, whether it is a pulse, steps or just a beautiful image. Unlike older models, the fourth generation of Xiaomi fitness tracker received a color color. AMOLED-It's a display that opens up a huge amount of visual possibilities, and you're not limited to black and white graphics, but you can choose a bright, rich design.
The process of changing the interface is simple enough, but it has its nuances, especially when it comes to downloading third-party images. Many users have difficulty syncing or do not know where to look for an extended style library. In this article, we will discuss all the available methods, from standard settings to creating a unique design from personal photos.
Features of the display and interface Mi Band 4
The fourth-generation tracker screen is the main difference from its predecessors: 120×240 pixel resolution allows for detailed graphics, and 24-bit color support makes the picture lively. However, it is worth remembering that the screen area is limited, so complex dials can look overloaded. The optimal choice is the balance between aesthetics and data readability.
The device interface is built on touch control, which requires some calibration and addiction. When choosing a new screensaver, it is important to consider how the controls and notifications will be located. Some digital dials can hide important battery or Bluetooth connection indicators, which creates inconvenience in everyday use.
⚠️ Attention: When installing too complex animated dials from third-party sources, the battery life of the device may be reduced by a factor of 15-20% due to the increased load on the processor and screen.
It’s important to understand that the native Mi Fit app (or Zepp Life) provides a limited but guaranteed stable set of options. All built-in themes are tested for compatibility and energy efficiency. If you choose to experiment with unofficial sources, the responsibility for the stability of the gadget falls on you.
Preparation for the installation of new dials
Before you start making a change, make sure your software is up to date.An outdated version of the bracelet firmware or app may not support new file formats or sync functions. Check the updates in the appropriate section of your smartphone app store.
Battery level is also critical. The data transfer process, especially if it is a heavy image or a video dial, requires stable power supply. If the battery sits down at the time of writing data to the tracker's flash memory, the device may go into recovery mode or stop responding to commands.
☑️ Preparation for installation
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) protocol is used to transfer data. Make sure your smartphone has Bluetooth enabled and the application has all the necessary permissions to work with geolocation and files. Without these permissions, the process of finding the device and transferring files can be blocked by the Android or iOS operating system.
Change the dial through the Mi Fit app
The official and most secure way to change the look of your gadget is to use the functionality of the companion app. Once you connect the bracelet to your smartphone, go to the device profile, and here you will see the current status and basic settings.
In the device menu, find the dial settings or dial store, and here is a catalog of available designs, divided into categories: analog, digital, sports, etc. The choice is large enough to meet the basic needs of most users without risk to the system.
When you click on a favorite, the system will suggest installing it, which takes 30 seconds to 2 minutes depending on the file size and connection speed, at which time the bracelet screen can go out and light up, which is a normal reaction when you update the interface.
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If the dial loading freezes by 90%, try to turn off and turn on Bluetooth again on your smartphone without breaking (coupling) in the application itself.
Once installed successfully, the new design will be applied automatically. If this does not happen, try waking the bracelet screen with a wrist lift or touch of the touch zone. In rare cases, you need to reboot the device through the System → Reboot menu.
Use of third-party applications and extensions
For those who lack standard functionality, there are specialized applications like Notify for Mi Band or Tools & Mi Band. These utilities provide access to thousands of custom dials created by the community. The interface of such programs can be more complex, but the result is worth it.
When using third-party software, you will need to provide advanced access rights, including access to notifications and system settings, which is necessary for deep integration with the firmware bracelet. Be careful when downloading such applications, choose only trusted sources with high ratings.
| Annex | Type of dial | Difficulty | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notify for Mi Band | All types, GIFs. | Tall. | Android |
| AmazFaces | Statics, Photo | Medium | Android/iOS |
| WatchFace Maker | Designer | Tall. | Android |
| Mi Band 4 WatchFaces | Ready kits | Low. | Android |
Particular attention should be paid to the possibility of installation GIF-This makes the interface lively, but as mentioned earlier, it consumes battery. Some applications allow you to convert short videos into a format that the bracelet understands, creating a mini-film effect on the wrist.
Risks of using third-party software
How to set your photo on the screensaver
The most popular request is how to put a picture of a loved one or pet on the tracker screen, which is officially limited in Mi Band 4, but with the help of the AmazFaces app or analogues, the process becomes simple. You will need a high-quality original image.
Upload the photo to the design app. The key here is framing. The bracelet screen is 120×240 elongated vertical. Horizontal photos will have to be cropped, losing part of the image, or using a blurred background. Vertical portraits are perfect.
After processing, the image is converted to a special format and transmitted to the device, the process is similar to the installation of a normal dial. AMOLED-The screen may differ from the smartphone screen, making the photo more contrasting or saturated.
Some users try to trick the system into naming a file in a certain way, but for Mi Band 4, this method doesn’t work without special software. Using the right tools is the only reliable way to get the desired result without synchronization errors.
Typical problems and their solution
Despite the simplicity of the procedure, users often encounter errors, the most common being “Failure to set the dial” which can be caused by a weak Bluetooth signal, background processes on the smartphone or a packed memory bracelet.
If installation is interrupted, don't panic. The bracelet usually saves the previous working version of the interface. Try restarting both devices and trying again. Also helps to clean the cache of the Mi Fit application in the smartphone settings.
⚠️ Warning: If after a failed installation, the bracelet screen is out and does not respond, put the device on charge 30-40 This often forces the system to reset.
Another problem is the incorrect display of fonts or characters, which often happens when you install dials created for other regions (for example, the Chinese version vs. the global version), in which case it is better to go back to the standard design or find a localized version.
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90% of installation problems are solved by completely restarting the smartphone and bracelet, as well as reconnecting the device in the application.
Optimization of work with custom themes
After installing a lot of dials, the device memory can fill up. Although the Mi Band 4 has enough storage space to store dozens of themes, an excess of them can slow the switching, it is recommended to store no more than 5-7 actively used variants in the memory of the bracelet.
To remove unnecessary themes, go to the application, select the installed dial and press the delete button or simply replace it with another. Physical deletion of files from the memory of the bracelet through the file manager is impossible without root rights and special utilities, so management occurs only through the application interface.
Check regularly for updates for installed themes. Authors often fix bugs or add new features, such as weather display or pedometer, that may not have worked in the first version.