How to Set Up Xiaomi’s Mi Band 4: From Connection to Hidden Features

The Mi Band 4 remains one of Xiaomi’s most popular fitness bracelets, thanks to its combination of affordable price, long-term autonomy and wide functionality. However, many users face difficulties in the first setup: the bracelet does not connect to the phone, data is not synchronized or notifications are not working. In this article, we will analyze all the stages of settings, from basic connection to subtle parameters like automatic sleep tracking or customization of dials.

It’s important to understand that the Mi Band 4 supports two official ecosystems: the outdated Mi Fit app and the more modern Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit), which are partially different, so we’ll give you nuances for both options. Also note: the bracelet requires Android 5.0+ or iOS 10.0+, and for full operation you need permissions to access notifications, geolocation and contacts.

Preparation of the bracelet for the first inclusion

Before setting up, make sure that the bracelet is at least 20% charged, otherwise it may turn off during synchronization. Use the original cable (included) and an adapter with 5V/1A output to charge the bracelet. Connect the Mi Band 4 to charge with a magnetic connector - the indicator on the screen should light up red.

If the bracelet is new, it will automatically turn on after recharging. If it has already been used, reset to the factory settings:

1. On the bracelet screen, swipe to the right to the Settings point (cog icon).
2. Select Reset (the last item on the menu).
3. Confirm the action by touching the tick.

After resetting, the bracelet will reset and be ready for a new binding.

⚠️ Warning: If the screen does not respond to touch after reset, check the density of the sensor to the skin. Sometimes it is enough to moisten the skin with water or wear a bracelet tightly.

Installation and configuration of the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app

Xiaomi officially recommends using Zepp Life for new devices, but Mi Fit still supports Mi Band 4.

• 🔹 Mi Fit: Simple interface, basic features, but no some dials and workout modes.
• 🔹 Zepp Life: Advanced sleep analytics, more dial styles, support PAI (activity).

Download the application from official stores:

• 📱 Mi Fit for Android
• 📱 Mi Fit for iOS
• 📱 Zepp Life for Android
• 📱 Zepp Life for iOS

After installation:

1. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required!).
2. Turn on Bluetooth and geolocation on your phone.
3. In the phone settings, allow the application to access: 📱 Notifications (for display) SMS call). 📍 Geodane (for accurate tracking of jogging). 👥 Contacts (to identify incoming calls).

Connecting the bracelet to the phone: step-by-step instructions

Now, we're going to tie Mi Band 4 to a phone, and the process is the same for both apps, but Zepp Life has a visually different interface.

In the annex:

1. Click Profile → Add the device (in Mi Fit) or + → Mi Smart Band 4 (in Zepp Life).
2. Select the Mi Smart Band 4 from the list.
3. Click Connect and confirm the pairing on the phone.
4. Wait for firmware updates (if available). Don't interrupt the process - this can cause the bracelet to fail!

On the screen of the bracelet will appear a request for confirmation - touch the tick.

The bracelet is displayed in the list of devices|The firmware has been updated to the latest version|Time and date synchronized|Notifications included-->

⚠️ If the bracelet is not present, try it: 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone. 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in the phone settings and reconnect. 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 50% – at low charge Bluetooth can work unstable.

Customization of the main functions: pedometer, pulse, notifications

After you connect, you can set up key settings. Most of the options are in Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 (in Mi Fit) or Device (in Zepp Life).

Activity monitoring:

• 👟 Steps: enable automatic step counting. For accuracy, specify the step length in the settings (measure it yourself or use the average: 60-70 cm for men, 50-60 cm for women).
• 🏃 Exercise: Select the activities you will track (walking, running, cycling, etc.) more modes are available in Zepp Life, including swimming.
• ❤️ Pulse: turn on continuous monitoring or set an interval (e.g., every 10 minutes!

Notifications:

To make the bracelet vibrate when calling and texting:

1. In the app, go to Notifications → Notification Management.
2. Turn on the switch for incoming calls and messages.
3. Select the applications you want to receive notifications from (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.).
4. In Zepp Life, you can configure Quick Answers to Messages (up to 5 templates).

The notifications are displayed as an app icon and vibration. To read the text, tap the screen and swipe up.

1. permissions for the Mi Fit/Zepp Life application in the phone settings.

2. the absence of the bracelet in the blacklist of energy saving (on Xiaomi, Huawei, Samsung).

3. whether the "Do Not Disturb" mode on the bracelet is turned on (turns off in the Settings menu) → Don't disturb).-->

Additional features: alarm clock, phone search, unlock

Mi Band 4 has more than just counting steps, and consider the useful "chips" that many people don't use:

Alarm clock:

Set up a vibration alarm that will wake you up:

1. In the app, go to the alarm clock.
2. Click Add and specify the time, days of repetition.
3. Select the signal type: Vibration, Sound + Vibration (if the bracelet is connected to the phone).

On the wristband, the alarm clock is turned off by pressing the screen, and you can set up to 10 alarm clocks at a time.

2. Phone search:

If you lose your phone, touch the icon twice. 📱 In the bracelet menu, the phone will make a loud signal (even if it is silent) and only works when the Bluetooth connection is active.

3. Phone unlock: Mi Band 4 can unlock Xiaomi smartphone without entering a password:

1. In Mi Fit, go to the Lab → Unlock the Device.
2. Follow the instructions: tie the bracelet to the phone and turn on the option.
3. On the phone in Settings → Lock screen → Additional activate Unlock Mi Band.

⚠️ Note: The function works only on Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI It requires Bluetooth on. Don't use it as the only way to unlock it, because if you lose your bracelet, you'll be restricted from using your phone!

Customization: dials, widgets and hidden settings

One of the big advantages of the Mi Band 4 is the ability to change the dials, Zepp Life has more of them, but Mi Fit has about 50 options, to set a new dial:

1. In the app, go to Profile → Mi Band 4 → Dials.
2. Choose your favorite design and click Sync.
3. On the bracelet, confirm the installation by touching the screen.

Some dials support weather, charge or pulse displays, and may require additional data synchronization to work.

You can also adjust the order of widgets on the bracelet:

1. In the app, go to Profile → Mi Band 4 → Screen settings.
2. Drag the icons of widgets (Pulse, Weather, Activity, etc.) in the right order.
3. Synchronize the changes with the bracelet.

On the screen of the bracelet, you can now flip widgets swipes left-right.

Problems and solutions: bracelet does not synchronize, does not vibrate, discharges quickly

Even after setting up correctly, the Mi Band 4 can malfunction.

1. The bracelet is not synchronized with the phone:

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (Settings) → Reboot).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of Bluetooth devices on your phone and reconnect.
• 🔋 Check the bracelet charge (below 10% synchronization may not work).
• 📲 Update the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life to the latest version.

2. Notifications are not received:

• 🛠 In the phone settings, check that for the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life Allowed Access to Notifications.
• 🔔 In the application itself, enable notifications for the desired messengers (Profile) → Mi Band 4 → Notifications).
• 📵 Make sure that the bracelet is not activated mode Do not disturb.

The battery goes down quickly: Mi Band 4 normally lasts 15-20 days on a single charge.

• ❤️ Turn off continuous pulse monitoring (leave every 30 minutes).
• 🌙 Turn off sleep monitoring if you are not using it.
• 📶 Reduce the frequency of data synchronization in the application.
• 🔋 Check if the battery is swollen (if the bracelet is not held on the hand).

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If the bracelet discharges in a day even after resetting, this may indicate a hardware malfunction. In this case, contact the Xiaomi service center (the warranty for the Mi Band 4 - 12 months).

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