The Mi Fit app is a key tool for Xiaomi fitness bracelets and smartwatch owners, but keeping it hidden in the depths of the menu can be annoying. If you’re tired of looking for an icon among dozens of other apps every time, fastening it to quick access will save time and nerves. In this article, we’ll discuss all the current ways to fix Mi Fit on the home screen or in the notification panel for smartphones on MIUI 14/15, including nuances for specific models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13, etc.).
It's important to understand that the methods vary depending on the shell version and launcher settings. For example, on some devices with MIUI 15, standard long-press anchoring may not work due to the features of the HyperOS interface. We tested all the options described below on current firmware (May 2026) and highlighted those that work stably. If you encounter a "Can't Secure" error, there is a separate solution section in the article.
Also consider alternatives: adding the Mi Fit widget to your desktop, creating a shortcut through Settings → Applications, and even manually prescribing a intent command to call an application via Nova Launcher (for advanced users). For those who use the Mi Band 8 or Watch 2 Pro, we will give the optimal sync settings after fixing.
1. Standard method: fastening through long press
The most obvious method works on most Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12-15, but there are nuances: If you have a pure Android (for example, on POCO F5 with global firmware), the algorithm may differ.
Instructions:
- 📱 Open the app menu (swipe up from the bottom of the screen).
- 🔍 Find the Mi Fit icon (if it is not there, check the Smart Home folder or search for it).
- 🖱️ Press the icon for 1-2 seconds until the context menu appears.
- 📌 Select “Access to the main screen” or drag the icon to the right place.
If after a long press the menu does not appear:
- ⚙️ Check the launcher settings: go to Settings → Desktop → Launcher settings and enable the option “Long press for menu».
- 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes helps with interface glitches.
- 📦 Make sure that the Mi Fit app is not hidden in a folder (e.g., “Xiaomi” or “Health»).
2. Alternative method: through application settings
If the standard method didn't work, try to secure Mi Fit through system settings, which is especially relevant for HyperOS devices where the icon management algorithm has been changed.
Step-by-step:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find Mi Fit (you can use the search at the top).
- Tap the three-point menu (⋮) in the upper right corner and select “Create a shortcut».
- Confirm the action – the icon will appear on the main screen.
The advantage of this method is that it works even if the application is hidden or blocked from changes, but the shortcut created in this way may not update the notification counter (for example, about new data from the bracelet).
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If there is no Mi Fit in the list of applications, check if it is disabled in the Settings settings → Apps → Show all applications → Disabled.
3. Adding the Mi Fit widget to the desktop
The Mi Fit widget not only provides quick access to the app, but also displays the latest data from your bracelet or watch (steps, pulse, charge level). 7/8 Xiaomi Watch S3.
How to add a widget:
- Click the empty space on the home screen and select “Widgets”.
- Scroll through the list to the “Mi Fit” block (if not, update the app to Google Play).
- Select the size of the widget (e.g., 4×1 for a compact display of steps).
- Drag the widget to the desktop and set up the displayed data (stamp it after placing).
Note: on some devices (e.g. Redmi 10C with MIUI 13), Mi Fit widgets may not be displayed due to manufacturer limitations, in which case installing an alternative launcher (see Section 5) will help.
| Model of the device | Support for Mi Fit widget | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13/13 Pro | ✅ Yes. | Widgets are stable on HyperOS |
| POCO X5 Pro | ✅ Yes. | Requires an update to the Mi Fit version 5.6+ |
| Redmi Note 11 | ⚠️ Partially. | The widget may disappear after a reboot |
| Redmi 9A | ❌ No. | Limitation of MIUI 12 shell for budget models |
4. Problem Solving: "You Can't Fix" or the icon disappears
If you try to fix Mi Fit, there is an error or the icon disappears after the reboot, the reasons may be as follows:
- 🔒 The application is installed as a system (for example, on firmware for China).
- 🗑️ Launcher resets settings after update MIUI.
- 🛡️ Application Protection is active (blocks changes).
Solutions:
⚠️ Note: Before changing system settings, back up your data through Settings → The phone. → Backup.Some actions may result in launcher reset.
- 🔄 Resetting the launcher settings: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management. Find "Luncher" (or «MIUI Launcher") and select "Storage." Tap "Clear Data" (does not remove apps, only resets the location of icons).
- 📥 Reinstall Mi Fit: Remove the app through Settings → Download the latest version from Google Play or AppGallery. After installation, try fixing the icon again.
What if Mi Fit doesn’t appear in the app menu?
5. Advanced method: anchoring through Nova Launcher
If the standard methods don't work, the alternative launcher Nova Launcher gives you more options for customization.
- 📵 There is no option of fixing in the native launcher.
- 🔄 Icon settings are often reset after updates.
- 🎨 You need to customize the appearance of the icon Mi Fit.
- 📶 Data Sync: For Mi Band 8 or Watch 2 Pro, set the sync interval in the application settings (Profile section) → Settings of the device»).
- 🔒 Cleanup protection: Add Mi Fit to the list of protected applications: Settings → Battery and productivity → Application protection