Modern smartphones Xiaomi Redmi have become an integral part of life: work, communication, entertainment - all this now fits into a compact screen. But how often do you think about how many hours a day are spent scrolling through social media feeds or watching videos? According to research, the average user spends on his phone 3-5 hours daily, and a third of this time is spent on meaningless “stuckness”. If you want to take control of your digital addiction, the first step is find out accurate usage statistics.

In this article we will look at all the available ways to check screen time Redmi - from built-in tools MIUI to third-party applications with advanced analytics. You'll learn how to view data for specific apps, set limits, and even monitor background activity. We will also reveal hidden trick for Redmi models on Android 12+which is not written about in the official instructions.

1. Built-in statistics in MIUI: basic report

The easiest way is to use standard shell tools MIUIthat are on all smartphones Redmi (from Redmi Note 7 to Redmi 13C). The function is called "Time of use" and shows total activity, distribution by application and the number of screen unlocks.

To open the report:

  1. Go to Settings → Usage time (on some models the path may look like Settings → Digital wellbeing and parental controls).
  2. Tap on the graph at the top of the screen - it displays total usage time per day/week.
  3. Scroll down to see details by application (social networks, instant messengers, games).

Please note: in MIUI 14+ a function has been added "Concentration" - it automatically blocks distracting notifications if you sit in one for too long application. To activate it, go to Settings → Time of use → Concentration and configure the rules.

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If some applications (for example, banking) are not displayed in the statistics, check the permissions in Settings → Applications → Permissions → Special access → Use of activity data. Some apps block the collection of statistics by default.

2. Digital Wellbeing: advanced analytics from Google

On smartphones Redmi with clean Android (or firmware MIUI Globala tool Digital Wellbeing from Google is available. It is more detailed than standard statistics MIUI, and allows:

  • 📊 See weekly/daily reports with comparison by day.
  • ⏰ Set timers for applications (for example, limit TikTok to 1 hour a day).
  • 🌙 Configure "Sleep mode", which turns the screen to black and white at night.
  • 🔔 Track number of notifications from each applications.

How to enable:

  1. Open Settings → Google → Digital well-being and parental controls.
  2. Tap on the icon "Control Panel" at the top of the screen.
  3. Select the tab "Statistics" to view data or "Tools" to set restrictions.

An important nuance: if you use MIUI on Chinese firmware, Digital Wellbeing may be absent. In this case, install it via Google Play as a separate application (available for Android 9+).

📊 How often do you check the time spent on your phone?
Once a week
Only when I notice that I sit too much
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I use third-party applications for tracking

3. Hidden statistics in the developer settings

Few people know, but Redmi there is hidden activity reportwhich records not only the time of use, but and number of screen taps, application launches and even idle time. This data is useful for in-depth analysis of habits.

To gain access:

  1. Activate developer mode: go to Settings → About phone and tap 7 times on the item MIUI version.
  2. Go back to the main settings and open a new section For developers.
  3. Scroll down to the block "Monitoring" and select HID usage statistics (Human Interface Device).

Here you will see:

  • 📱 Total screen activity time (including background processes).
  • 👆 Number of touches —useful for assessment "nervous" behavior (for example, senseless swiping in the feed).
  • ⏳ Time between interactions - shows how quickly you switch between tasks.
What do strange marks in statistics mean? HID?

Some items (for example, "Event count" or "Dispatch time") relate to technical data about the processing of gestures by the system. For the average user, only "Screen on time" (time with the screen on) and "Touch count" (number of touches) are important.

4. Third-party applications for detailed tracking.

If the built-in tools are not enough, try specialized apps. They offer:

  • 📅 Usage history months (as opposed to weekly reports in MIUI).
  • 🎯 Categorization applications (social networks, games, work).
  • 📈 Data export in Excel for analysis.
  • 🔔 Smart reminders about breaks.

Top 3 applications for Redmi:

Application Features Cons Link
ActionDash Data visualization in the form of graphs, comparison with other users, application limits. Advertising in free version, some functions are paid. Google Play
StayFree Simple interface, weekly reports, blocking applications by timer. No data export. Google Play
QualityTime Detailed analytics by time of day, "focus mode" with blocking distracting applications. Complex interface for beginners. Google Play

Warning: some applications (for example, ActionDash) require permission to special access (in Settings → Applications → Permissions). Without this, they will not be able to collect background activity data.

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5. How to reset or reset statistics

If you want to start tracking “from scratch” or hide data from strangers, you can reset the statistics. The methods depend on the tracking method:

For built-in MIUI statistics:

  1. Go to Settings → Usage time.
  2. Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner and select "Reset data".
  3. Confirm the action - the history will be reset from the current moment.

For Digital Wellbeing:

  1. Open Settings → Google → Digital Wellbeing.
  2. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner.
  3. Select "Delete usage data".

For third-party applications:

Usually the reset is available in the app settings menu (for example, in ActionDash this Settings → Reset statistics). If there is no option, uninstall and reinstall the application.

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Resetting statistics does not affect the real time of use - the data simply stops being displayed in reports. To really reduce screen time, use limiting features (timers, concentration mode).

6. Data analysis: how to understand that you are on your phone too much

Just knowing the numbers is not enough - you need to be able to interpret them. Here red flagssignaling digital addiction:

  • ⏱️ More than 5 hours a day (according to WHO, this is the threshold value for the risk of addictive behavior).
  • 🔄 More than 50 screen unlocks a day - indicates constant switching attention.
  • 🎮 More than 2 hours on social networks/games is a sign of procrastination.
  • 🌙 Use phone after 23:00 - disrupts sleep.

What to do if your readings are higher than normal?

  1. Set limits via Digital Wellbeing or third-party applications (start by reducing by 20% of the current time).
  2. Use Do Not Disturb mode at night (Settings → Notifications → Do Not Disturb).
  3. Replace habits: Instead of checking social networks on the toilet, read a book (yes, it works!).
  4. Turn on black and white mode (Settings → Screen → Colors and style → Reading mode) - this reduces the attractiveness of the content.

Interesting fact: studies show that notifications increase the time you use your phone by 30%. Try turning them off for non-critical applications - this will immediately reduce screen time.

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There is a "Short mode" function ( MIUI 14 There is a function "Short mode" (Settings → Screen → Short mode). It simplifies the interface, removing distracting elements - useful for combating procrastination.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

Sometimes statistics do not work correctly. Let's look at typical situations:

Problem 1: Use time is not updated.

Solution:

  • Check whether data collection is enabled in Settings → Usage time → Settings (⚙) → Usage tracking.
  • Reboot your phone - sometimes resetting the system cache helps.
  • Update MIUI to the latest version (old firmware has bugs with tracking).

Problem 2: Some applications are not displayed in the statistics.

Solution:

  • Go to Settings → Applications → [Select an application] → Permissions and enable "Using activity data".
  • If the application is a system application (for example, Settings), its activity may not be taken into account by default.

Problem 3: Statistics are reset after updating MIUI.

Solution:

Unfortunately, this is a known bug. To avoid data loss, use third-party trackers with cloud backup (for example, ActionDash linked to a Google account).

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If the statistics are lost after resetting the settings or firmware, it cannot be restored. Start tracking again and set up automatic data export (if your application supports it).

Can I view phone usage statistics for the last month?

In standard tools MIUI i Digital Wellbeing history is stored only for the last week. For long-term tracking, use third-party applications (for example QualityTime or ActionDash), which save data for up to a year and allow you to export it to CSV.

Why does the time in statistics not match the real time of use?

This is due to the way the system calculates activity:

  • Included in the statistics time with the screen oneven if you do not interact with the phone.
  • Background processes (for example, playing music with the screen off) may not be taken into account.
  • Some applications (banking, VPN) block the collection of data about their activity.

For accuracy, compare indicators from different sources (for example, MIUI + Digital Wellbeing).

How can I see how much time I spend in a specific application (for example, TikTok)?

Open Settings → Usage time, then:

  1. Tap on the total time graph.
  2. Scroll down to the block "Using applications".
  3. Find the desired application in the list - the time for the day/week will be indicated here.

In Digital Wellbeing you can also see number of launches and notifications from the application.

Is there a way to track the time a child uses the phone on Redmi?

Yes, for this purpose there is a function MIUI there is a function "Parental Control":

  1. Go to Settings → Usage time → Parental controls.
  2. Create a child’s profile and link him to the device.
  3. Set up time limits, application blocking and usage schedule.

You can also use third-party applications like Google Family Link or Kids Place.

Is it possible to hide usage statistics from other phone users?

Yes, there are several ways:

  • Set a password for the section Time of use in settings MIUI.
  • Use second space (Settings → Accessibility → Second space) with separate privacy settings.
  • Reset statistics before giving the phone to another person (see section 5).

Please note: in MIUI 14+ a function has been added "Private use time"that hides details by application without password.