How to mirror the image on the Xiaomi phone: all ways with photos and videos

Introduction: why mirror photos and what nuances it is important to know

Mirroring images on Xiaomi smartphones is a challenge that users face for a variety of reasons: Some want to correct the misdirection of selfies (when text on a T-shirt or background is displayed backwards), others want to prepare photos to be printed on T-shirts or mugs, and others just experiment with visual effects. Unlike computers, which often require graphic editors like Photoshop, on Xiaomi (including Redmi and POCO), mirroring can be done in literally 2-3 touches - if you know where to look.

The main pitfall is that not all methods work the same on different versions of MIUI and Android. For example, in MIUI 14 the mirroring algorithm in the standard gallery has changed compared to MIUI 12, and on some models (for example, Xiaomi 12T or Redmi Note 11 Pro+) the function is hidden deeper in the menu.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of mirroring on Xiaomi in the 2026 year, including hidden functions MIUI, Third-party editors and even methods for batching multiple photos at the same time. 13/14, where the gallery interface has undergone major changes.

Method 1: mirroring through the standard Xiaomi gallery

The most obvious and quick method is to use the built-in tools of the MIUI gallery. It is suitable for most models, from the Redmi 9 to flagships like the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. The main advantage is that you do not need to install additional applications, and the result is stored in the original resolution.

The following is the case for MIUI 12-14:

1. Open the Gallery app (an icon with a flower on a blue background).
2. Select the desired photo and tap it to open in full size.
3. Click on the Edit icon (pencil in the bottom menu).
4. In the editor that opens, go to the Cutting tab (frame icon).
5. In the lower right corner, find the Mirror buttons horizontally (two arrows). ←→) and the mirror vertically (arrows) ↑↓).
6. Apply the desired effect and click Save (check in the upper right corner).

Photo mirrored in the right direction (horizon/vertical)

Image quality has not deteriorated (no artifacts)

The original file is not overwritten (if you need to keep a copy)-->

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X5 Pro) Mirroring buttons may not be present in the Trip section, in which case try an alternative path: after opening the editor, tap three dots in the upper right corner and select Additional → Mirror mapping.

Method 2: Using a built-in photo editor

If the gallery doesn’t have the right options, use Xiaomi’s Photo Editor app, which is pre-installed on most devices and offers more tools than the standard gallery editor, a technique that is especially useful for owners of the Redmi Note 10 and Xiaomi 11T, where the mirroring feature is hidden deeper.

Step-by-step:

• 📱 Open the photo in the gallery, click Share (arrow icon) and select Photo Editor.
• 🔧 In the lower menu, go to the Tools tab (the wrench icon).
• 🔄 Scroll down and find the Mirror Display option (may be called Reflect).
• 🖼️ Choose the direction: horizontally (left to right) or vertically (top to bottom).
• 💾 Save the result as a new copy or re-write the original (not recommended!).

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If the photo is blurred after mirroring, check the saving settings in Photo Editor. Go to Settings → Image Quality and select Original over Optimized.

Method 3: Mirror through Google Photos

Google Photos is a universal tool that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, regardless of the version of MIUI. Its main advantage is the synchronization with the cloud, which allows you to mirror a photo on your phone and then access the modified version from any device.

How to mirror photos in Google Photos:

1. Install the app from the Play Store if it has not already been installed.
2. Open the photo in Google Photos and tap on Edit (the icon with sliders).
3. Go to the Tools tab (the icon with three dots in the circle).
4. Select Turn, then click on the Mirror icon (two arrows ←→).
5. Apply the changes and save a copy (the original will remain intact).

⚠️ Attention: Google Photos compresses images when editing if they are saved as High (space saving).To avoid loss of quality, before mirroring, go to the app settings and select Original Quality to save.

Xiaomi Standard Gallery

Google Photo

Third-party applications (Snapseed, PicsArt, etc.)

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Method 4: Third-party applications for advanced mirroring

If embedded tools MIUI If you're not happy with it (e.g., you just have to mirror a part of an image or apply the effect to a video), look at third-party editors.-5 Apps from the Play Store and chose the best for Xiaomi:

• 📸 Snapseed (from Google) – supports selective mirroring (you can highlight a part of the photo) and saves EXIF-Perfect for Xiaomi. 12S Ultra with its highly detailed images.
• 🎨 PicsArt offers mirror collages and reflection-in-water effects.
• 🔄 Mirror Photo Editor is a specialized tool with real-time preview. Useful for batch processing.
• 📱 Toolwiz Photos – has a separate Mirror section with axis setting and reflection degree.

Example of work in Snapseed:

1. Open the photo in Snapseed.


2. Slip on the Tools → Transformation.




3. Choose to Reflect horizontally or Reflect vertically.




4. Press the tick for application.




5. Export to the gallery (select Save a copy).

Method 5: Mirroring through the file manager (for power users)

This method is suitable for those who prefer to work with files directly or need to automate the process (for example, to process hundreds of photos). We will use the built-in Explorer and script in Python through the Termux application.

Step-by-step:

1. Install Termux from F-Droid (the Play Store version is outdated).
2. Update packages by entering commands: pkg update & & pkg upgrade pip install pillow
3. Create a script for mirror.py: from PIL import Image import os def mirror_images(folder_path, axis='horizontal'): for filename in os.listdir(folder_path): if filename.lower().endswith(('.png', '.jpg', '.jpeg')): img = Image.open(os.path.join(folder_path, filename)) if axis == 'horizontal': mirrored = img.transpose(Image.FLIP_LEFT_RIGHT) else: mirrored = img.transpose(Image.FLIP_TOP_BOTTOM) mirrored.save(os.path.join(folder_path, f"mirrored_{filename}")) mirror_images('/sdcard/DCIM/Camera', axis='horizontal')
4. Run the script with the command python mirror.py. All mirrored photos will appear in the same folder with the prefix mirrored_.

⚠️ Note: When working with scripts in Termux, make sure that the path to the folder is indicated correctly. For example, for a camera photo, use the following: /sdcard/DCIM/Camera, a) for uploaded images — /sdcard/Download. A mistake in the way can lead to the processing of the wrong files!

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Python script allows you to mirror hundreds of photos in seconds, maintaining original quality, a method that is indispensable for photographers or business owners who need to quickly prepare images for printing.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even with detailed instructions, Xiaomi users sometimes have difficulty mirroring photos, and we’ve collected some of the most common errors and ways to fix them:

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If you often mirror photos, add a shortcut for quick access. To do this, hold the gallery icon on the home screen, select Shortcuts → Edit photos. Now one tap is enough to open the editor!

FAQ: Answers to popular questions