How to rename applications to Xiaomi: all the ways for MIUI 14 and 15

Are you tired of the monotonous app names on Xiaomi's screen? Want to personalize your desktop by adding creativity to MIUI? App renaming is not only a way to organize icons, but also a chance to make the interface truly "your own." Unlike iOS, where it requires workarounds, MIUI offers multiple options at once, from built-in features to hidden features through ADB.

In this article, we will discuss 6 working methods, including official and alternative, taking into account the features of the latest versions of MIUI 14 and MIUI 15. You will learn how to change the name of the application without root rights, which launchers support this function, and what to do if the system blocks changes.

1. Built-in renaming function to MIUI (official method)

Starting with MIUI 12, Xiaomi has added the ability to edit app names directly in the standard launcher, but this feature doesn’t work on all models and can be hidden in settings.

Go to the main screen, find the app you want, and press the icon for 2-3 seconds. From the menu that appears, select Change Name (if there is no item, see the next section), enter a new name (up to 12 characters) and click "Done"; the changes will apply instantly, but there are nuances:

• 📱 It only works for user applications (not system applications).
• 🔄 After updating MIUI names may be dropped.
• 🚫 Some models (e.g. Poco) F5 Or the Redmi Note 12 Pro.+) Requires inclusion of functions in Settings → Additionally. → Launcher.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI for POCO The built-in renaming is often disabled by default. To activate it, go to Settings. → About the phone, tap 5 times according to the version MIUI, Then go back to the settings. → Launcher → Additionally, and enable the option “Editing Names».

2. renaming via Nova Launcher (most reliable method)

If the built-in feature doesn't work or you need more flexibility, Nova Launcher is the best solution. This app not only allows you to change the names, but also offers advanced customizations for icons, gestures and animations.

1. Install Nova Launcher from Google Play.
2. Make it the default launcher (at the first start the system will prompt you to do this).
3. Press the app icon → select “Change” → “Edit”.
4. In the “Title” field, enter a new text (up to 30 characters).

The advantages of Nova Launcher:

• 🎨 Support for custom icons (you can change not only the name, but also the icon).
• 🔄 Save the changes after the updates MIUI.
• 📁 Allows you to rename folders with applications.

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In Nova Launcher, you can create a duplicate of an icon with a different name. To do this, press the application → Create a shortcut → edit the shortcut name.

3.Use ADB to rename system applications

If you need to change the name of a system application (like Camera, Phone, or Settings), standard methods won’t work. Here’s the help of ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a deep-tuning tool for Android, which requires you to connect to a PC and enable debugging over USB.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on Xiaomi (go to Settings → About Phone and tap on MIUI Version 7 times).

adb shell pm set-app-label com.android.camera "My Camera"

Where com.android.camera is the batch name of the application (you can find it through the App Inspector), and "My Camera" is the new name.

⚠️ Warning: After restarting the device or updating MIUI names modified by ADB, To detect changes, use the command adb shell pm grant. com.android.launcher3 android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS (requires root or unlocked bootloader).

4. Rename via Hyperion Launcher (alternative to Nova)

Hyperion Launcher is another popular launcher for Xiaomi that supports title editing and offers unique features such as dynamic wallpaper and navigation gestures. Unlike Nova, it is free and optimized specifically for MIUI.

How to rename the application:

1. Install Hyperion Launcher.
2. Press the icon → select “Change” → “Edit the label”.
3. Enter a new name (up to 20 characters) and save it.

Features of Hyperion:

• 🎭 Support for themes (including dark mode for icons).
• 🔧 Built-in gesture manager (such as swipe down to search).
• 📱 Optimized for Xiaomi (no conflicts with the MIUI).

Install ADB drivers on PC| Enable developer mode on Xiaomi| Connect phone over USB (select "File Transfer")| Check connection with adb device-->

5. Resetting the names to the standard: how to get it all back

If after the experiments you want to return the original names, you can do it in several ways, depending on the method of renaming:

• 🔄 Built-in function MIUI: Hold the icon. → «Amend the title» → Delete the text and click "Done».
• 📱 Nova/Hyperion Launcher: Press the icon → «Change» → «Remove the name».
• 💻 ADB: Use the command adb shell pm clear-app-label [packet name].

If the title is not reset:

1. Reset the device.
2. Clear the launcher cache in Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher → Storage → Clear the cache.
3. For Nova Launcher, try resetting the settings in the launcher menu (“Backup and Reset”).

⚠️ Note: If after use ADB System application names are displayed in characters or symbols, which means that MIUI It doesn't support changing the labels for this package, and then you can just reset the launcher to the factory settings.

6. Why you can’t rename the application: common mistakes

Even if you follow the instructions, you may run into problems, and here are the most common causes and solutions.

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📋 Version MIUI (On some firmware for Redmi and Poco, the function is disabled).
• 🔒 Manufacturer restrictions (e.g. Black Shark locks are stricter).
• 🛠️ Conflicts with other launchers (remove unnecessary ones through Settings) → Annexes).

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Nova Launcher is the most versatile way, running on 99% of Xiaomi devices, including older models on MIUI 11 and later.

FAQ: Frequent questions about renaming apps to Xiaomi