How to change the color of the watch on Xiaomi: all the ways to Mi Band, Watch and Smart Band

Xiaomi smartwatches have long been an integral part of the daily lives of millions of users. One of the most popular features that owners want to customize is changing the color of the dial. However, not everyone knows that this process can radically differ depending on the device model, firmware version and even regional settings. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to change the color of the watch on different Xiaomi devices, from the budget Mi Band to the flagship Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro.

It's important to understand that the manufacturer updates the software regularly, so some methods may become unavailable or new features may appear. We've gathered the latest information for 2026, including hidden settings and alternative solutions for devices where standard methods do not work. If you want to highlight your watch among others or just adjust it to your style, this guide will help you get it right the first time.

Why you can’t change the color of your watch to Xiaomi

Many users face a situation where the option to change the color of the dial is simply not in the menu of the device, the reasons for this can be several, and most of them are easily eliminated:

• 🔄 Older firmware – older versions of the software have some dial features blocked or not working properly. For example, in Mi Band 5 before firmware 1.0.9.14, color themes were not displayed on all screens.
• 📱 Incompatible version of the app – if you use Mi Fitness or Zepp Life older than 5.12.0, some dial settings may be hidden.
• 🌍 Regional restrictions – some themes and colors are only available for certain countries. For example, bright gradient dials often appear first in the Chinese version of firmware.
• 🔋 Power saving mode – when activating Ultra Battery Saver mode on Xiaomi Watch S1 The color palette is automatically narrowed to monochrome.

Before you try to change color, make sure your device is unlocked (if it’s a new model) and your Xiaomi account is tied to a clock. Without authorization, some personalizations will not be available. Also check if there are third-party firmware on the watch – they often break the work of standard dials.

Method 1: Change color through the official application (Mi Fitness/Zepp Life)

The easiest and safest method is to use proprietary software, which is suitable for most modern models, including the Mi Band 6/7/8, Xiaomi Watch S1/S2 and Redmi Watch 3. Importantly, on older devices like the Mi Band 4, this method may not work or work partially.

Algorithm of action:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app (or Zepp Life for new models) on your smartphone.
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices and choose your watch.
3. Slip on the tab Dials (or Display in the English version).
4. Scroll down to Color themes or Color dial.
5. Choose your favorite color from the palette. Some models have a slider available to adjust the shade.
6. Click Apply and wait for synchronization (the clock should be next to the smartphone).

If your app doesn’t have a color section, try updating it via Google Play or the App Store. Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro models may need an additional firmware update through the Settings menu → System → Software Update.

Update the Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app to the latest version

Check the connection of the watch to the phone over Bluetooth

Charge the watch by at least 50%

Turn off the energy saving mode on the clock-->

Method 2: Use of third-party dials with color customization

If you don't like standard settings, you can set custom dials with advanced personalization options, which works on most devices, but you need to be careful - not all third-party files are secure.

Where to look for dials:

• 🛒 Official store in the Zepp Life app (Dials section) → Recommended: There are paid and free options with color change support.
• 🌐 Enthusiast sites like amoledwatchfaces.com or mi-band.ru.Look for files with the.bin or.wfz extension.
• 🤖 Telegram-type channels @MiBandMods or @XiaomiWatchFaces, where they share exclusive themes.

How to determine:

1. Download the dial file to your smartphone (preferably in the Download folder).
2. Open the Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app and go to Dials → My dials.
3. Click on the + icon in the upper right corner and select Import.
4. Select the downloaded file and confirm the installation.
5. After using the dial, find the option Color scheme or Custom Color in its settings.

Attention! On devices with firmware below MIUI Watch 2.5, installing third-party dials can cause sensors to malfunction. If the pedometer or pulsemeter stops working after using the new dial, return the standard theme and restart the clock (press the power button for 10 seconds).

Method 3: Manual color change via ADB (for advanced users)

This method is suitable for devices based on Wear OS (such as Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro) and requires skills to work with ADB. It allows you to change the system colors that are not available through the standard menu.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools and drivers for your watch model.
• 🔌 USB-cable (for some models, a special adapter is required).
• 📱 Included debugging by ADB in the settings of the clock (Settings) → The phone. → Build Number – tap 7 times, then return to Settings → System system → For developers).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the watch to the PC and check the connection with the command:


adb devices




(The name of your device should be displayed)





2. Enter a command to change the system color (example for accent color):




adb shell settings put secure theme_customization_accent_color -16711936





Where -16711936 is the hex color code (in this case purple).




To get your code, use a color palette (e.g., htmlcolorcodes.com).





3.Reset the clock:




adb reboot

On Xiaomi Watch 2 models with firmware 1.4.72+, this method only works when the data encryption is disabled. Before changing colors, back up via Mi Fitness!

adb shell pm clear com.android.themeservice

This command will reset the current theme to the factory settings, after which the new colors will be applied correctly.-->

Method 4: Use of alternative launchers (Wear OS only)

For Wear OS watches (such as the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active), you can install third-party launchers that allow you to flexibly customize the interface, including the color of the elements.

For the installation of launchers:

1. Download. APK-Launcher file (for example, from apkmirror.com).
2. Transfer the file to the clock through ADB: adb install pujie_black.apk
3. Launch the launcher on the clock and select it as the main one in the settings (Settings → Applications → Default Launcher).
4. In the launcher menu, find the Colors or Themes section and set up the display.

Attention! Some launchers conflict with Xiaomi's branded dials. If notifications or gestures stop working after installation, return the standard launcher via Settings → System → Reset launcher settings.

Problems and Solutions: Why Color Doesn't Change or Reset

Even after a successful color change, users often find that the settings are reset or displayed incorrectly.

• 🔄 Color resets after rebooting, which is typical for devices with insufficient memory (for example, Mi Band 6). Solution: set the dial with a minimalist design or clear the cache through Settings → Warehouse → Clear the data.
• 🎨 The colors are not displayed as in the preview - the problem is with the screen calibration. AMOLED-displays (for example, on Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro) try to enable sRGB mode in screen settings.
• ⚡ The color changes by itself, and it's the Adaptive Dial, which adjusts the theme to the time of day. → Display. → Adaptive dial.
• 🔒 Color option blocked - Xiaomi corporate or children's accounts may have restrictions. Check family access settings in the Mi Fitness app.

If none of these methods worked, try resetting your watch to factory settings (Settings → System → Reset).Be sure to sync your data with your Xiaomi account before you do so so you don’t lose your activity statistics.

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On Always-On Display devices (such as the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro), the color of the dial when turned off may differ from the main one. This is not a bug, but a feature of energy saving - in sleep mode, a limited palette is used.

Additional tips for customizing Xiaomi watches

Changing the color of the dial is just part of the personalization potential. Here are some more useful tips:

• 📊 Dynamic dials – Zepp Life has themes that change color depending on your activity (e.g. Energy Ring turns green when you reach the daily norm of steps).
• 🎨 Creating your own dial – in the Amazfit Watch Faces app (compatible with some Xiaomi models), you can design unique themes from scratch.
• 🔄 Automatic change of topics - in the settings of dials → You can set different colors for day and night.
• 🎵 Color synchronization with music – on Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro when playing tracks through the clock, the dial pulses into the beat bit (included in Settings). → Sound. → Visualizer).

For Mi Band 7/8 owners, there is a hidden color notification function – if you include it in Settings → Notifications → Notification style, then the background of the alerts will adjust to the color of the dial.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the color on Xiaomi watches