How to mirror photos on Xiaomi phone: all ways with pictures

You need to mirror a photo quickly on a Xiaomi smartphone, but you don't know how to do it without a computer? You're in the right place. Mirroring an image is a simple operation that can be used to create collages, correct "wrong" selfie orientation or prepare photos for social networks. In this article, we will examine all possible ways, from built-in MIUI tools to third-party applications with advanced features.

Many users mistakenly think that mirroring requires heavy graphics editors like Photoshop. In fact, 90% of tasks are solved by your Xiaomi standard tools — just know where to look. And if you need additional effects (like reflecting only part of an image), we’ll show you those options.

Important: instructions are relevant for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones based on MIUI 12-15. On older versions of the shell (MIUI 11 and below), some menu items may differ.

Method 1: Mirroring through the standard Xiaomi gallery

The fastest method is to use the built-in editor in the Gallery app, which supports basic operations, including horizontal and vertical reflection.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Gallery app and select the photo you want.
2. Press the Edit button (the pencil icon at the bottom of the screen).
3. Go to the Pruning (scissors) tab.
4. In the lower menu, find the Mirror icon (two arrows pointing in different directions).
5. Select the type of reflection: 🔄 Horizontal – from left to right (suitable for selfies). 🔃 Vertical - from top to bottom (less commonly used).

Ready.

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Note: When you save an edited photo, Xiaomi defaults to create a copy without affecting the original. If you need to overwrite the original file, select Save as a copy → Replace the original.

This is a good way to reflect quickly without any additional effects. If you need more tools (e.g., pruning + mirror + filters), read on.

Method 2: Using Google Photo Editor

If the standard MIUI gallery seems limited, try Google Photos, which is pre-installed on many Xiaomi models and offers more flexible settings.

How to mirror photos in Google Photos:

1. Open Google Photos and select an image.
2. Click Edit (three bars at the bottom).
3. Go to the Tools tab → Pruning.
4. In the lower right corner, find the Mirror icon (reflected arrow).
5. Apply the changes and keep a copy.

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Attention: In Google Photos, the mirror image is saved as a new copy. The original remains unchanged, but takes up space in memory. To avoid duplicates, delete unnecessary versions manually.

Method 3: Third-party applications for mirror reflection

If the built-in tools don't work, look for specialized applications that offer advanced features: partial reflection, overlay effects, batch processing.

Top.-3 Photo mirroring apps on Xiaomi:

How to mirror photos in Mirror Photo Editor:

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If you need to mirror multiple photos at the same time, use the Package Processing feature in Mirror Photo Editor. This will save time when preparing photos for Instagram or titok.

Method 4: Mirroring through the file manager (for power users)

This method is suitable for those who prefer to work with files directly. We will use the built-in Files from Xiaomi and a simple image viewing app with editing function.

Instructions:

1. Open the files and find the photo you need.
2. Long click on file → Open with → select QuickPic or Simple Gallery (if installed).
3. In the viewer that opens, find the Edit → Convert → Reflect button.
4. Choose a direction and save.

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Note: Some file managers (e.g. MiXplorer) allow you to mirror photos directly into previews, but this method can reduce image quality due to recompression.

Important: If you are using the HEIC format (iPhone photo), convert it to JPEG first through the HEIC to JPEG Converter app, otherwise the reflection features may not work.

Method 5: Mirror reflection through camera modes (before shooting)

Few people know, but some Xiaomi models (such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi Note 12 Pro+) support mirror mode right in the camera, which allows you to take the reflected photo during the shooting stage without resorting to post-processing.

How to turn on mirror mode in the camera:

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Go to Additional (or Depending on the model).
3. Select Mirror Selfie or Reflection (not available on all devices).
4. Take a picture - it will automatically be saved in reflected form.

🔹 On which models Xiaomi has a mirror mode in the camera?

• 📱 Xiaomi 12S Ultra, 13 Ultra – full-fledged mirror mode with settings.
• 📱 Redmi Note 11 Pro+, POCO F4 GT — Simplified version (for selfies only).
• 📱 Xiaomi Civi 2/3 — Beauty with reflection".

If you have a different model, check if this feature is in the camera menu. If it is not available, use methods 1-4 in this article.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you mirror photos on Xiaomi, users often face typical problems, and let's look at the most common and ways to solve them.

Problem 1: After reflection, the photo became blurred

• 🔍 Reason: When saving the application compressed the image.
• ✅ Solution: In the editor settings, select Quality: Original or 100%.

Problem 2: Changes are not continuing

• 🔍 Reason: Lack of permission to write to the folder (especially if the photo is on the page) SD-map).
• ✅ Solution: Move the photo to internal memory or give the app access to storage in Settings → Annexes → Permits.

Problem 3: Mirror reflection applies only to a part of the photo

• 🔍 Reason: You use the "Score" tool instead of the full reflection.
• ✅ Solution: In the editor, select Apply to the entire image.

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Note: If you are editing a photo in RAW format (e.g., from a Xiaomi 12S Ultra camera), the standard gallery may not support reflection.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

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For most tasks, the standard Xiaomi Gallery is enough. Third-party applications are only needed for batch processing or complex effects.