Shagomer on Xiaomi: where is it located, how to set up and reset data

Xiaomi smartphones have long ceased to be just means of communication — they have become full-fledged fitness trackers that can track user activity without additional gadgets. Built-in pedometer works on the basis of sensors accelerometer and gyroscope, but many owners do not even know about its existence. If you are looking for where to see the number of steps on the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 or Mi 11, this article will help you understand all the nuances from the location of the function to synchronization with the Mi Band and Google Fit.

Unlike specialized fitness bracelets, the pedometer in Xiaomi smartphone does not require a permanent sock on the wrist, but has its own features. For example, it automatically turns off in energy saving mode, and data can be reset after rebooting. We will tell you how to avoid losing statistics, where the activity history is stored and why the indicators on the phone and smart bracelet sometimes diverge.

In the article you will find:

• 📍 The exact location of the pedometer in MIUI 12/13/14 HyperOS
• 🔧 Step-by-step setting up with the smartphone model (including budget Redmi)
• ⚡ Sync with Mi Fitness, Google Fit and Apple Health
• ❌ Common errors that cause pedometers to fail
• 📊 Alternative applications for accurate step counting

Where to look for a pedometer in standard Xiaomi apps

In most smartphones, the Xiaomi pedometer is built into the system application “Health” (formerly “Mi Health”). However, its location depends on the firmware version and regional build of MIUI. On new devices with HyperOS, the interface has changed, so the instructions for older versions may not work.

To find the pedometer:

1. Open the Health app, if it's not on the home screen, check the Google or Tools folder.

On smartphones with HyperOS (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K70), the path is different:

Settings → Applications → Health → Steps

If the Health app is missing, it has been removed or disabled, in which case the pedometer can be found in Google Fit (if it is synced) or through a desktop widget.

How to turn on the pedometer if it does not work

If the Health app** doesn't display data or writes Sensors off, the problem may be in the settings of the system, most often the pedometer stops working after:

• 🔋 Activation of the battery ultra-saving mode (disables background processes).
• 🛠️ Resetting settings to factory.
• 📱 Firmware updates (especially with MIUI HyperOS).
• 🚫 Manually disable permission to access sensors.

To restore work:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Health.
2. Select "Permissions"** and turn on: 📱 Physical activity (access to steps). 📍 Location (for accurate distance calculation). 🔄 Auto-run (to make the application work in the background).

Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Consumption Management

"Health."

Is the energy saving mode turned off?|Is the firmware updated to the latest version?|Is there a permit to access sensors?|Is the app synchronized with the Mi Account?-->

If after these actions the pedometer still does not work, try resetting the application cache:

Settings → Apps → Health → Storage → Clean the cache

On some models (e.g. POCO F5), the pedometer is integrated into the Mi Fitness app, which you need to download separately from Google Play.

Why the phone and Mi Band data don't match

Many users notice that the number of steps on a smartphone and smart bracelet (for example, the Mi Band 7 or Redmi Watch 3) varies by 20-30%.

To synchronize data between devices:

1. Open Mi Fitness on your phone.
2. Go to profile. → «Devices»** → Choose your bracelet.
3. Activate the option “Synchronize step data”.

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If the difference is critical, use the bracelet as the primary source of data, and your phone as a backup count. In Google Fit, you can select the priority device in your profile settings.

How to Reset Pedometer Statistics

Sometimes users want to reset their step counter, like when they buy a phone from hand or to test accuracy, and there's no reset button in the standard Health app, but there are workarounds:

Method 1. Through application data reset (deletes the entire history):

Settings → Applications → Health → Storage → Clean up data

Method 2. via Google Fit (if synced):

1. Open Google Fit → Profile → Settings (⚙️).
2. Select “Data Management”** → “Delete Data”.

Method 3. For HyperOS:

Settings → Accounts and sync → Xiaomi Cloud → Data Synchronization → Disable Fitness and Health → Enable Re-enable

⚠️ Note: If you use the Mi Band, the reset on your phone won't affect the bracelet statistics. To reset everything, you'll need to reset the bracelet via the Mi Fitness. → The device → Reset.

Best Alternative Applications for Counting Steps

Xiaomi’s standard pedometer isn’t always accurate, especially on budget models (Redmi 10A, POCO M5). If you need advanced features like calorie counting, map routes, or integration with Strava, look for third-party apps:

To choose the best application:

• 📲 Check compatibility with your Xiaomi model (some apps don’t run on HyperOS).
• 🔋 Evaluate the battery impact (use Battery Monitor** in Settings).

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For maximum accuracy, use a combination of bracelet (Mi Band) + applications (Google Fit or Accupedo).

Hidden Pedometer Features on Xiaomi

Few people know, but in the pedometer Xiaomi has useful “chips”, which are not obvious at first glance:

• 🎯 Goals for the day: In the Health app, you can set an individual step rate (1,000 to 50,000) when you reach your goal, the phone vibrates.
• 📅 Weekly reports: Statistics** provides weekly activity charts, useful for analyzing habits.
• 👟 Activity recognition: On some models (Xiaomi 13, Redmi) K60) The pedometer automatically determines walking, running and cycling.
• 🔄 Data Export: Step history can be unloaded to CSV through "Settings" → Data export (useful for doctors or trainers).

On devices with HyperOS, the “Shared Goals” feature has been introduced, which allows you to compete in the number of steps with friends who also have Xiaomi smartphones.

1. Open the "Health»** → «Community».

⚠️ Note: On smartphones without Google certification (such as the Chinese version of Redmi), some pedometer features may be blocked. APK or change the region in the settings.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even after setting up the pedometer correctly, Xiaomi can malfunction. Here are the typical errors and their solutions:

• 🚶 «Steps don't count in your pocket": Phone sensors only record movements when you're free.Solution - carry your phone in your hand or use a bracelet.
• 🔄 «Data resets after reboot": "The blame lies on energy saving. Add "Health"** to battery exceptions (Settings) → Battery → High-consumption applications).

If the problem is not solved, check:

• 🛠️ Firmware updates: In older versions MIUI (below 12) the pedometer is not operating stable.
• 📦 App conflict: Remove duplicate fitness trackers (such as Samsung's S Health if installed).
• 🔧 Sensor damage: If the phone fell, the accelerometer could have failed. Check it through the engineering menu (#4636##).

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To diagnose sensors, use the Google Play Sensor Test app to show if the accelerometer and gyroscope are working.

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