How to Set a Reminder on Xiaomi Phone: All Ways With Instructions

Reminders on Xiaomi’s smartphone help keep important business, meetings, or regular tasks in mind, from taking medications to paying bills. Unlike an alarm clock that fires once, reminders can be set to a specific time, date, or even location. But how do you do that correctly when the MIUI interface is constantly updated and the methods vary depending on the model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 14)?

In this article, we’ll look at all the current techniques, from the standard Notes app to Google Assistant voice commands to third-party services like Todoist, and learn how to create a one-time or repeated reminder, link it to geolocation, and solve typical problems (such as why notifications don’t come), and focus on the hidden features of MIUI 14/15 that allow you to automate reminders through Automation.

Method 1: Standard Notes app (the simplest method)

Notes is pre-installed on all Xiaomi smartphones and integrated with the Mi Account cloud, which allows you to create text notes with reminders attached without having to download third-party programs. The main advantage is synchronization between devices (for example, a reminder note will appear on the Xiaomi Pad 6 if you are logged in under the same account).

To put a reminder:

1. Open the Notes app (yellow notebook icon).
2. Click on the + icon in the lower right corner to create a new note.
3. Enter the text of the reminder (for example, "Buy milk").
4. Slap the bell icon in the top toolbar.
5. Select Date and Time or Location (if you need a geolocation reminder).
6. Specify a specific time (e.g. 18:00) or address (e.g. Pharmacy near the house).
7. Keep a note – the reminder is activated automatically.

⚠️ Attention: If you delete a note, the reminder attached to it will also disappear. To avoid this, archive important notes (long press). → Archive).

Make sure you sync with Mi Account| Check that the app has access to notifications | Select the correct date (not “Today” if you need to be tomorrow) | Turn off Do Not Disturb mode for important reminders-->

MIUI 15 has a smart reminder feature: it analyzes the text of a note and suggests adding a date automatically, for example, if you write “Report Friday,” the app will prompt you to create a reminder for the coming Friday.

Method 2: Calendar Appendix (for recurring events)

Xiaomi’s built-in Calendar is suitable for creating recurring reminders, such as weekly workouts or monthly utility bills. Unlike Notes, you can adjust the frequency (every day, week, month) and add an event directly to your Google or Mi Account calendar.

Instructions:

• 📅 Open the Calendar app (Date Icon).
• 🔘 Press the badge «+» lower-right.
• 📝 Enter the event name (e.g., “Salary»).
• ⏰ Specify the date, start and end time (you can only leave the start time).
• 🔄 In the Repeat section, select the frequency: Daily, Weekly, etc.
• 🔔 Enable the Reminder option and select how many minutes/hours to notify.
• 💾 Save the event – it will appear in the calendar and will be duplicated with a given frequency.

⚠️ Note: If you use a Google calendar, make sure that in your account settings (Settings) → Accounts. → Google has calendar sync enabled, otherwise reminders may not come after the phone has restarted.

Notes | Calendar |Google Keep | Third-party (Todoist, TickTick) | Do not use-->

Method 3: Voice Reminders via Google Assistant

If you need to quickly create a reminder without opening apps, use Google Assistant, which is convenient for drivers or when hands are busy. Voice commands work even on a locked screen (if the option OK, Google is enabled).

How to activate:

1. Say “OK Google” or hold the Home button (on some Xiaomi models, it’s a swipe from the bottom corner).
2. Say a command, such as: "Remind me to buy bread at 19:00"; "Remind me to meet tomorrow at 10:00"; "Remind me to call my mom when I'm near the Mayskaya subway" (geolocation reminder).

Confirm the creation of a reminder by voice or tap on the notification.

⚠️ Note: Voice reminders via Google Assistant are saved in Google Keep, not standard Xiaomi apps.To see them, install Google Keep from Play Market.

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If Google Assistant does not recognize commands, check the voice input language in the settings (Settings → Google → Devices and Sharing → Voice Match).

The advantage of this is integration with other Google services, for example, if you say, "Remind me of your birthday on March 15," Assistant will automatically add an event to Google Calendar and offer to send a greeting via Gmail.

Method 4: Reminders via Automation (Advanced Setup)

The MIUI Automation feature allows you to create complex action chains, including reminders, such as setting up a Drink Water notification every hour from 9:00 to 18:00, or getting a 20% Charge reminder when the battery is low, which takes longer to set up but gives you maximum flexibility.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → Advanced settings → Automation.
2. Press + (Create new automation)
3. Select Trigger (Defeat Condition): 🕒 Time (e.g. Every day at 14:00); 📍 Location (for example, when entering the “Work” area»); 🔋 Device state (e.g. Battery charge) < 15%).

Action.

Notification

Enter the text of the reminder (for example, “It’s time to take a break”).

Save the automation and activate it.

Example of useful automation:

Trigger: Time → Every weekday at 17:30


Action: Notice → "Don't forget to turn off your work laptop"




+ Additional: Enable Do Not Disturb mode for 1 hour

⚠️ Attention: Automation with geolocation is very battery-consuming. To save charge, limit coverage areas (for example, instead of "All city" specify a specific address with a radius of 200 meters).

Method 5: Third-party applications (Todoist, TickTick, Microsoft To Do)

If Xiaomi’s standard tools aren’t enough, install specialized task management apps that offer advanced features: subtasks, tags, sharing, and cross-platform synchronization (like Windows or Mac).

Comparison of popular services:

Selection recommendations:

• 📌 If you need simple to-do lists – Google Keep (integrated with Google Assistant).
• 🗂️ For complex projects with subtasks – Todoist or TickTick.
• 🏢 If you use corporate tools – Microsoft To Do (synchronized with Outlook).

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Third-party apps are useful if you need advanced features (like email reminders or task collaboration), but they consume more battery and require additional permissions.

Problem Solving: Why reminders don't work?

If reminder notifications don't come, the problem may be in phone settings or app conflict, and here are the typical reasons and ways to fix them:

1. Notifications for the application are disabled

• Check: Settings → Applications → Application Management → [Select App] → Notifications.
• Turn on the Display Notifications switch and mark Sound/Vibration.

2. Energy saving mode blocks background work

• Go to Settings → Battery → Autostart.
• Find an app (like Notes or Calendar) and let it run in the background.

3. Conflict with MIUI optimization

• MIUI 14/15 has a Deep Optimization feature that can pause applications.
• Open Settings → Special Features → Optimize the battery and turn it off for the right applications.

4. Incorrect date/time settings

• If the phone has the wrong time, the reminders will not work properly.
• Check: Settings → Additional → Date and time → Autodetermination (should be enabled).

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If reminders come but no sound, check the volume of notifications separately from the media sound. To do this, press the volume button → tap the arrow down → adjust the Notice slider.

FAQ: Frequent questions about reminders on Xiaomi