How to change the language on Xiaomi Mi Band 6: 3 proven ways (with photos and videos)

The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 fitness bracelet has become one of the most popular health gadgets thanks to its combination of affordable prices and wide functionality. However, after purchasing, many users face an unexpected problem: the device’s interface is displayed in Chinese, Spanish or another foreign language, a situation especially relevant for those who purchased the bracelet at foreign sites like AliExpress or Gearbest, where devices often come with localized firmware for the Asian market.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can change your language to Mi Band 6, from the standard settings in the Mi Fitness app to manual firmware updates via ADB. You’ll learn why the bracelet can “forget” the language after updates, how to avoid typical flashing errors, and what to do if there is no language selection option on the menu at all.

Why Mi Band 6 is the wrong language and how to fix it

The Mi Band 6 problem is caused by three main reasons:

• 📦 Bandlets sold in China, India or Latin America often have a "sewn-up" localization that cannot be changed through the standard menu (CN) It may not support the Russian language at all.
• 🔄 Resetting. After resetting to factory settings (e.g., through Settings) → Reset) the bracelet sometimes returns to the default language, which depends on the firmware region.
• 📱 If you use an outdated version of Mi Fitness (formerly Mi Fit) or connect the bracelet to unofficial software (for example, Notify & Fitness), the synchronization of the language may not work properly.

Before you start taking drastic measures (such as flashing), check the current firmware version of your bracelet.

1. Open the Mi Fitness app.
2. Go to the Profile section → Mi Smart Band 6 → About the device.
3. If you look at the firmware version bar, if it starts at 1.0.6.60 or lower, you'll need an update.

Method 1: Change the language through the official Mi Fitness app

The easiest and safest method is to use the Mi Fitness app (formerly Mi Fit) which works for most global firmware bracelets (Global or EEA).

1. Update your app to the latest version on Google Play or App Store. Outdated versions may not support language change.
2. Connect the bracelet to your phone via Bluetooth and open Mi Fitness.
3. Go to the Profile section → Mi Smart Band 6 → Settings of the device.
4. Find the language (or language) and select Russian (or the language you want).
5. Confirm the change and wait for synchronization (bracelet reboot).

If there is no Language item on the menu, it means that your firmware does not support multitasking, in which case you go to Method 3 (manual firmware).

Update the application to the latest version

Make sure the bracelet is connected to the phone

Check the battery (minimum 50%)

Shut down. VPN (can block synchronization)-->

Method 2: Resetting and re-synchronization

Sometimes the bracelet forgets the tongue after updating or crashing, in which case a full reset and then binding to the phone helps. Importantly, this method will delete all data from the bracelet (steps, pulse, alarm settings), so make a backup in Mi Fitness.

Resetting instructions:

1. On the bracelet, go to Settings → Additional → Reset (or Settings → More → Reset).
2. Confirm the action by clicking the tick.
3. After rebooting the bracelet, untie it from the phone in Mi Fitness (Profile → Mi Smart Band 6 → Disable the device).
4. Reconnect the bracelet to the application and select the language at the setup stage.

Warning: Some users report that after resetting, the bracelet stops syncing with the app. If this happens, try:

• 🔌 Reboot your phone and bracelet.
• 📱 Remove and reinstall Mi Fitness.
• 🔄 Turn Bluetooth on/off on your phone.

Method 3: Manual firmware update for language change

If the first two methods don't work, you'll have to update the bracelet firmware manually, which is suitable for Chinese versions (CN) and bracelets with outdated firmware. Importantly, the wrong actions can brick the device, so follow the instructions carefully.

The update will require:

• 📱 Android phone (for iOS, the method does not work).
• 🔌 Bracelet charging cable (needed to connect to PC).
• 💻 Computer with drivers installed ADB.
• 📁 Firmware for Mi Band 6 (global version). XDA Developers or Mi-Band.ru.

Step-by-step:

1. Download firmware with support for the desired language (for example, mili_pro6.fw global version).
2. Install ADB drivers on your PC (instructions here).
3. Connect the bracelet to your PC: Disconnect the bracelet capsule from the strap. Connect it to the charging cable and the cable to the charging cable. USB-port.

Launch the command line

Win + R → cmd

adb devices

If the bracelet is determined (the serial number will appear), continue. If not, check the drivers.

Update the firmware

adb push mili_pro6.fw /sdcard/firmware.bin


adb reboot bootloader




fastboot flash firmware firmware.bin




fastboot reboot

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Before you run the firmware, make sure the bracelet is 100% charged, and if the battery runs out during the process, the device may fail.

If the bracelet doesn’t turn on after firmware or is stuck on the Xiaomi logo, try:

⚠️ Warning: Don't disconnect the wristband from your PC while you're firmware. If the process is interrupted, you can only restore the device through the service center. If the wristband is frozen, hold the sensor button pressed for 15 seconds to force the reboot.

Method 4: Use of informal applications (for advanced users)

If the official methods did not help, you can try third-party utilities like Notify & Fitness for Mi Band or Tools & Mi Band.

• 🌍 Change the language (even on Chinese firmware).
• 🔧 Unlock hidden features (e.g. Always-on Display).
• 📊 Configure notifications more flexibly than in Mi Fitness.

Instructions for Notify & Fitness:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Connect the bracelet through Settings → Connect the device.
3. Go to Bracelet Settings → Language and select the desired one.
4. Save the changes and reset the bracelet.

Important: Unofficial apps may conflict with Mi Fitness.

• 📵 Turn off synchronization in the official application.
• 🔒 Allow all requests for access to notifications and geodata.
• 📥 Make a backup copy of the bracelet data.

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Informal apps can give you more power, but they increase the risk of crashes, and only use them if the official methods don't work.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you change language to Mi Band 6, users often make the same mistakes, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

• 🔋 Battery discharge: If the bracelet is under 30%, it may shut down during firmware. Always charge the device to 100% before any manipulation.
• 📶 Unstable connection. If Bluetooth or Wi-Fi is out of order, language sync may be interrupted. Use a stable Internet connection and hold your phone next to your bracelet.
• 📱 Older versions of the app (up to 4.6.0) lack multitasking support. Update the app through the store.
• 🔄 Incomplete reset. If you only reset your bracelet but don't untie it from your phone, the language may not change. Always untie your device in Mi Fitness before resetting it.

Another common problem is that the bracelet shows Chinese characters instead of numbers, and it's because of a typeface failure in the firmware.

1. Make a reset (see Method 2).
2. If it does not help, then swipe the bracelet with global firmware (see Method 3).

How to Change Language to Mi Band 6 in 2 Minutes

For those who are better at visualizing information, we have a selection of verified video instructions. Pay attention to the firmware version in the video description - some methods only work for specific updates.

🎥 Video 1: Changing the language through Mi Fitness (relevant for firmware 2023-2026.)

🎥 Video 2: Manual firmware update for the Chinese version of Mi Band 6

Tip: If the video uses outdated versions of apps (for example, Mi Fit instead of Mi Fitness), look for current guides on channels like Xiaomi Today or TechDroider.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions