How to download and install dials on Xiaomi smart watches: all ways 2026

Xiaomi Mi Watch, Mi Band and other wearables of the brand allow not only to track health, but also to personalize the appearance with stylish dials. However, not all users know how to download and install new designs correctly, especially if we are talking about informal collections. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to load dials for different watch models, including the Mi Watch S3, Watch 2 Pro, Mi Band 7/8 and others.

It’s important to understand that the process varies depending on the firmware version, regional constraints, and even the device model. For example, Mi Band often requires Mi Fitness, and Mi Watch requires Wear OS or Zepp Life. We’ll also explain how to get around common bugs (e.g., dials don’t show up in the gallery after installation due to the app’s cache) and where to look for secure file sources.

If you want to go beyond standard themes or set animated dials with weather, steps or unique designs, this guide is for you. Let's start with official methods, and then move on to advanced techniques for power users.

1.Official ways: how to download dials through Mi Fitness and Zepp Life

The easiest and safest way to change the dial is to use Xiaomi’s branded apps, and for most watches, one of two apps is suitable:

• 📱 Mi Fitness - for Mi Band 3/4/5/6/7/8, Smart Band Pro and some Mi Watch models (e.g. Watch Color).
• ⚙️ Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit) – for the Mi Watch S3, Watch 2 Pro, Watch S1 and other Zepp watches on the platform OS.

To download the dial through Mi Fitness:

1. Open the app and connect the watch to the phone.
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices. → [The name of your watch].
3. Select Dials (or Themes in some versions).
4. Scroll through the list of available designs and click Install on your favorite.

Zepp Life has a similar algorithm, but there are often animated dials with additional widgets (pulse, weather, calendar).

⚠️ Attention: If the dials don't load, check your internet connection and update the app. Mi Fitness sometimes helps clear the cache in your phone's settings (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Memory. → Clear the cache).

2. Unofficial dials: where to download and how to install

Official stores offer a limited selection of themes, so many users are looking for custom dials from third-party developers.

• 🌐 AmoledWatchFaces – a large database of dials for Wear OS Zepp OS (including the Mi Watch).
• 🎨 Watch Face Studio – here you can not only download, but also create your own design.
• 📦 4PDA — Russian-speaking community with collections for Mi Band and Mi Watch (registration required).

To set the downloaded dial:

1. Download the file in.bin (for Mi Band) or.wfz (for Zepp OS).
2. For Mi Band, use the Notify & Fitness for Mi Band (Android) or Tools & Mi Band (iOS) app. Select Set dial → Select file.
3. For Mi Watch on Zepp OS, upload the file via Zepp Life: Profile → My Watch → Dials → Add a local file.

⚠️ Attention: Installing unofficial dials can cause a reset of watch settings or a conflict with firmware. Always back up data before experimenting! Be especially careful about.fw files - these are firmware, not dials.

3. How to create your own face for Xiaomi Mi Watch

If you don't find the right design, you can design a unique dial yourself.

• 🖥️ Watch Face Studio (for Wear) OS) Amazfit Watch Face Editor (for Zepp) OS).
• 🎨 Basic skills with graphic editors (such as Photoshop or GIMP design elements).
• 📱 Test device (emulator or real clock for checking).

Step-by-step instructions for Zepp OS (suitable for Mi Watch S3, Watch 2 Pro):

1. Install the Amazfit Watch Face Editor on PC.
2. Choose a template or create a project from scratch (the screen resolution of your watch can be found in the specifications).
3. Add elements: arrows, numbers, widgets (date, weather, steps). Use Timeline to animation.
4. Export the project to the.wfz file.
5. Download the dial to Zepp Life via My dials → Import.

The Mi Band process is more complicated, requiring a.bin file compilation using utilities like MiBand5Pack (instructions are available on 4PDA), and the finished file is installed via Notify & Fitness.

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If your dial doesn't pass the Zepp Life test, try reducing the number of animation layers or simplifying the design. The Mi Watch supports no more than 30 FPS for smooth running.

4. Compatibility table of dials with Xiaomi models

Not all dials are suitable for all devices, and the following is a table of compatibility of popular models with file formats and supported applications:

If your model is not listed in the table, specify its platform (for example, Zepp OS or proprietary firmware Xiaomi) – this will help you choose the right format of the dial.

5. Problem Solving: The dial is not set or displayed

Even when installed correctly, dials sometimes fail to appear in the gallery or fail. Consider typical errors and ways to correct them:

• 🔄 Dial does not apply after installation: Try to reset the watch (on Mi Band: press the 10 seconds button; on Mi Watch: Settings) → If it doesn't work, delete and reset the dial.
• ⚠️ File corrupted error: Download the dial again, perhaps the file was not fully downloaded. MD5 Checker) with the original on the website.
• 📵 Dial is in the app, but does not sync with the clock: Disable Bluetooth, restart Mi Fitness/Zepp Life, then reconnect the watch. Also check if sync is enabled in the clock settings (Settings) → Connections → Bluetooth).

For the Mi Watch on Wear OS, you may need to manually install it via ADB:

adb install path/to/watchface.apk

Where path/to/watchface.apk is the path to the downloaded APK dial file.

6.TOP-5 sources of dials for Xiaomi in 2026

To save time on the search, we selected proven resources with current collections of dials for Xiaomi devices:

1. AmoledWatchFaces – more than 10,000 designs for Wear OS and Zepp OS, including the Mi Watch S3 and Watch 2 Pro.
2. Facer is a platform for creating and sharing dials that supports Wear OS (for example, Mi Watch 2 Pro in global firmware).
3. 4PDA is a Russian-language community with unique designs and installation instructions.
4. WatchFace.Amazfit is the official directory for devices on Zepp OS (including Mi Watch S3).
5. Telegram channels: Examples: @MiBandFaces, @XiaomiWatchFaces. They often post exclusive themes before they appear on other platforms.

Check the rating and reviews on the dial before downloading, this will help you avoid files with errors or viruses. Also pay attention to the screen resolution: for example, the dial for the Mi Watch S3 (466×466 pixels) will not work for the Mi Band 8 (192×490 pixels).

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The safest sources are official directories (Zepp Life, WatchFace.Amazfit) and trusted communities (4PDA, XDA Developers).

7. How to transfer dials from one Xiaomi device to another

If you have changed your watch (for example, from Mi Band 7 to Mi Band 8) and want to save your favorite dials, use one of the following methods:

• 📲 Through Backup: In the Mi Fitness app, go to Profile → Settings → Backup and save data. Once you connect a new watch, restore the backup, some dials will be automatically transferred.
• 💾 Manual export/import of files: Copy dial files (.bin or.wfz) from your phone (Download or Mi Fitness folder) and install them on the new device via the appropriate application.
• ☁️ Cloud storage: Some dials (such as those from Zepp Life) are linked to an account Xiaomi/Zepp. Sign in to the new device under the same account and they will be available in the My dials section.

For Mi Watch on Wear OS (like Watch 2 Pro), the dials are synced through Google Account. Make sure both devices share the same Google account.

FAQ: Frequent questions about dials for Xiaomi Mi Watch