Xiaomi’s Internet Speed Indicator: How to Turn on and Configure in MIUI

Displaying the current speed of the Internet in real time on the screen of Xiaomi smartphone is a useful feature for gamers, streamers and anyone who wants to control the quality of the connection. Unlike Android in its pure form, MIUI firmware does not always provide this option out of the box, but it can be activated in several ways – both through hidden system settings and using third-party utilities.

Many users are unaware that their MIUI 12/13/14 device supports built-in network activity indicator, and it works not only for mobile Internet (4G/5G), but also for Wi-Fi, showing the current download/upload values directly in the notification bar. In this article, we will analyze all available methods, from official to alternative, and also explain how to avoid common configuration errors.

If you often encounter the "hangover" Internet or want to track how much traffic a particular application consumes in the background, the built-in indicator will be an indispensable assistant. AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi) K60) This feature is also visually beneficial - the numbers are displayed clearly and do not interfere with the main content.

It is important to note that not all Xiaomi models support this option the same. For example, on budget devices like Redmi 10A or POCO M4 Pro, you may need to install additional software, whereas flagships (Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Black Shark 5 Pro) often have advanced network settings by default.

Built-in speed indicator in MIUI: the official method

Since MIUI 12.5, Xiaomi has added a hidden option to display Internet speed in the status bar, but access to it is closed by default – to activate the function, you will need to use the code for the engineering menu or a special settings section.

First, check the version of your firmware:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the line MIUI version - it should be at least 12.5.XX.
3. If the version is outdated, update the system through Settings → Software Update.

If your firmware supports the function, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
• 🔧 From the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Testing on some models).
• 📊 Scroll down to the Set show network speed block (or similar point).
• 🔄 Switch the switch to the position On. and restart the device.

After the reboot, the number will appear in the upper right corner of the screen (near the battery indicator) indicating the current download speed (↓) and return (↑) of data. On some devices (POCO F4 GT, Xiaomi 12T Pro), the indicator can only be displayed when active traffic is present (for example, during file download or video streaming).

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If the indicator does not appear after activation, try to turn on Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in the phone settings) and restart the device.

2. Alternative method: Adjustment via ADB

If the engineering menu didn’t work or your Xiaomi model doesn’t support the built-in indicator, you can use ADB commands. This method requires connecting your smartphone to your computer, but it works on most devices with MIUI 11+.

First, prepare everything you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 Utility. ADB (download).
• 🔧 Included Developer Mode and Debugging by USB smartphone.

Follow the instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and open the command line (Win + R → cmd).
2. Go to the folder with ADB (for example, cd C:\platform-tools).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices If the device is determined, continue.
4. Execute the command to activate the indicator: adb shell settings put global status_bar_show_network_speed 1
5. Reboot your smartphone.

To disable the indicator, use the same command by replacing 1 with 0. This method works even on devices where the engineering menu is blocked (for example, on Xiaomi for the European market).

3. Third-party applications for displaying Internet speed

If the built-in methods didn’t work or you need advanced features (for example, traffic consumption charts or notifications when speed drops), you should pay attention to third-party utilities. MIUI.

Top.-3 Applications for tracking Internet speed:

Installation and configuration of applications is standard:

1. Download the utility from Google Play.
2. Provide all necessary permissions (access to notifications, network statistics).
3. In the application settings, select the display style (for example, Mbits / s or KB / s).
4. Activate the display in the status bar.

Important: Some applications may conflict with battery optimization in MIUI. To avoid spontaneous closure, add the utility to exceptions: Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization → All apps → Find your app → No restrictions.

Make sure your device has enough free memory |Disable VPN (may distort data) |Check that Traffic Savings is turned off |Add the app to battery optimization exceptions-->

4 Problems and Solutions: Why the Indicator Fails to Work

Even after you set it up correctly, the speed indicator may not show up. Let's look at the typical causes and ways to fix them.

Frequent errors and fixes:

• 🔄 The indicator disappears after the reboot → Check if the engineering menu settings are reset. ADB.
• 📵 Numbers not updated → Traffic Savings mode may be enabled (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks).
• 🔒 No access to the engineering menu → Some of the firmware (e.g. Global) ROM) code ##4636## is blocked. ADB.
• 📱 The indicator interferes with the work → In the display settings (Settings) → Screen) reduce the size of the system font.

If you use custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the built-in MIUI indicator won’t work, leaving only the option with third-party apps.

Features for specific models:

• Xiaomi 11T/12X: The indicator can only be displayed when connected to 5G.
• POCO X3 Pro: Manual activation via ADB is required as the engineering menu is limited.
• Redmi Note 10 Pro: Supports Wi-Fi-only speed display (mobile traffic does not show).

5. Display optimization: adjusting the indicator appearance

The built-in speed indicator in MIUI has a minimalist design, but it can be slightly customized to your needs, such as changing the color of text, font size or position on the screen.

For this:

1. Install the MIUI Hidden Settings app (available on 4PDA).
2. Go to the Status Bar → Network Speed section.
3. Set up the parameters: 🎨 Text Color – color selection (white, black, blue). 📏 Text Size - font size (from 10sp before 16sp). 📍 Position – Location (left/right of battery indicator).

If you use a third-party app, the customization options are wider:

• 🖼️ In Internet Speed Meter, you can choose a transparent background or icon instead of text.
• 📈 NetSpeed Indicator has a daily/week traffic consumption chart.
• 🔍 Network Signal Guru allows you to set notification thresholds (e.g., alerts below 1 Mbps).

For devices with AMOLED-screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra) are recommended to choose dark themes of the indicator – this will reduce battery consumption.

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Color and size settings are only available through third-party utilities or hidden MIUI menus. As standard, the feature displays speed in fine gray font, which can be poorly visible in bright light.

6.Influence of the indicator on performance and battery

Many users worry that constantly displaying Internet speed will increase battery consumption or processor load, and let's see if these concerns are justified.

Actual impact on the system:

• 🔋 Battery consumption: increase by 1-3% On a day (by tests on Xiaomi) 12 Pro and POCO F5). The main expense is not on the indicator itself, but on frequent requests to the network stack.
• 📉 Productivity: No impact on the FPS In games or application speeds, the function uses minimal resources.
• 📶 Traffic: The indicator does not consume additional Internet traffic, but only reads data on current activity.

To minimize the impact on autonomy:

1. Turn off the speed display in Battery Savings mode.
2. Set the data update interval no more than 1 second (in the settings of third-party applications).
3. Use a dark theme for the indicator on AMOLED-screen.

⚠️ Note: On devices with Snapdragon processors 4xx (Like Redmi. 9A) Continuous speed tracking can cause slowdowns when you are actively using the mobile Internet, in which case it is recommended to turn off the function or use it only when connecting to Wi-Fi.

7. Comparison of methods: which way to choose

To help determine the best option, we have compiled a comparative table of all the methods considered.

Selection recommendations:

• 📱 For flagships (Xiaomi) 13/14, Black Shark: Use the engineering menu or ADB — In-built functions are operating stably.
• 💰 For budget models (Redmi) 10/12, POCO M5): Better to install Internet Speed Meter – less error risk.
• 🛠️ For custom firmware: only third-party applications, as system functions MIUI not.

⚠️ Note: If you are planning to update the firmware through OTA, indicator activated through ADB Or the engineering menu, it might disappear.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the speed indicator on Xiaomi