How to turn a picture on Xiaomi: all the ways from gallery to Photoshop Express

Did you take a picture on Xiaomi and it flipped? Or downloaded a picture from the Internet, but it is displayed sideways? The problem is familiar to every second owner of a Redmi, POCO or Mi smartphone. Fortunately, you can correct the orientation of the image in seconds - and it does not need computers or sophisticated programs.

In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to turn a photo on Xiaomi, including built-in tools and third-party applications. MIUI (12 to 14, explain why photos are sometimes kept upside down, and give tips on how to work with them. EXIF-It doesn't matter if you have a Redmi Note 12 or a Mi 11 Ultra, the instructions are universal.

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Why the photos turn themselves: 3 reasons

Before you fix the problem, you need to understand the root of the problem, and photos on Xiaomi may not show up as you expect, because:

• 📱 Orientation sensor: If you took a picture holding the phone upright, but the camera thought you were holding it horizontally (or vice versa), in the metadata. EXIF This is where you get the wrong angle of rotation, and this is especially true when you're shooting in motion or when you're not stabilizing.
• 🔄 Screen rotation, sometimes the system. MIUI It gets knocked down and it turns the screen to the image itself, not the interface. MIUI 13 and older.
• 📤 File transfers: When you send a photo via messengers (Telegram, WhatsApp) or cloud services (Google Photos, Mi Cloud), metadata can be lost or distorted, for example, WhatsApp by default compresses images and resets them. EXIF.

Interestingly, the problem is more common on budget models (Redmi 10A, POCO M4), where orientation sensors are less accurate. Flagship owners (Xiaomi 13 Pro, Mix Fold 3) are less likely to experience this, but they are also not insured.

⚠️ Note: If the photo is only rotated in a particular app (e.g. Instagram or Instagram) VK), The problem may be on the social network side, so try opening an image in a standard gallery, and if it's displayed correctly, it's the algorithm that handles a particular service.

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Method 1: Turning in the standard Xiaomi gallery (MIUI 12-14)

The fastest method is to use the built-in gallery editor, which is available on all Xiaomi smartphones released after 2019, and works even without an internet connection.

Instructions:

1. Open the Gallery app (icon with multi-colored squares).
2. Find the right photo and tap it to open in full screen mode.
3. In the bottom panel, click on the "Edit" icon** (pencil).
4. In the tool menu, select “Turn”** (circle-arm icon).
5. Each push of the button will turn the image 90° clockwise. To turn counterclockwise, use the Cancel button** (reverse arrow).
6. After adjustment, click "Save"** (check) - the system will prompt you to replace the original or save a copy.

If the “Turn” button is missing, update the Gallery app via Play Market or check the settings: go to Settings → Apps → Application Management → Gallery → Permissions and make sure that access to storage is enabled.

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Method 2: Using Google Photos (for cloud users)

If you sync photos with Google Photos, you can do the turn right in the cloud – the changes will apply to all devices where you are logged in.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Google Photos app (if not, download from the Play Market).
2. Find the right photo and tap it.
3. In the lower menu, click "Edit"** (three strips with circles).
4. Go to the Tools tab** (the wrench icon).
5. Select “Turn” and twist the image until it takes the desired position.
6. Click on “Save copy” or “Save” (replace the original).

Google Photos saves editing history, so you can roll back changes if necessary. However, keep in mind that free cloud storage is limited to 15GB - if you edit photos often, the space can run out quickly.

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Method 3: Advanced editing in Snapseed

If you need to not only rotate your photo, but also crop it, adjust your perspective or add effects, use Snapseed, a free editor from Google with professional tools.

How to rotate the image in Snapseed:

1. Install the app from the Play Market and open it.
2. Select the “Open” and select the photo you want.
3. In the bottom menu, select “Tools” → “Turn”.

Snapseed allows you to save changes to a new file or rewrite the original, and it also has a "Fix Perspective" feature, which is useful for photos of buildings or documents taken at an angle.

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Snapseed allows you to save your editing settings as a preset and apply them to other photos, which is convenient if you often work with similar photos (for example, for Instagram).

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

If the photo is turned because of incorrect EXIF-data can be manually corrected through a file manager with support for metadata, such as Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer.

Instructions for Solid Explorer:

1. Install Solid Explorer from the Play Market and open it.
2. Long click on the file → “Properties” → “EXIF”.

Change the value to the desired and save the changes.

This method is suitable for users who understand what it is. EXIF-If you've never worked with metadata, you better use other methods - improper editing can ruin the file.

⚠️ Note: Some messengers (for example, Viber) ignore EXIF-If you've corrected the orientation through metadata, but the image is still upside down in the chat, try rotating it in the messenger itself before sending it.

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Method 5: Online services to turn (if no phone access)

If you need to turn the photo immediately, but Xiaomi is not at hand, use online tools. They work directly in the browser and do not require installation of programs.

Top.-3 service-tested:

• 🌐 Img2Go — format-support JPEG, PNG, GIF, allows you to turn to an arbitrary angle.
• 🌐 EZGIF — handy for animated images (GIF, APNG).
• 🌐 Online Image Editor – a simple interface with preview.

How to use:

1. Open the service in the browser (preferably on the computer).
2. Upload photos from your phone or cloud.
3. Select the angle of rotation (90°, 180°, arbitrary).
4. Download the processed image.

Important: Online services can store uploaded files on their servers, and do not use them for sensitive photos (documents, passports, intimate photos).

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Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even after turning, the picture may not be displayed correctly.

• 🔄 The photo is turned back after saving. EXIF-Solution: use Snapseed or Photoshop Express, they rewrite the image itself, not just the metadata.

If none of these methods worked, check the file for errors.

1. Copy the photo onto the computer.
2. Open it through Paint or Photoshop.
3. If the problem persists, the image is damaged, try to restore it using Recuva or DiskDigger.

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FAQ: Answers to popular questions

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If the photo is only rotated in certain apps (like Instagram), the problem is not with the file itself, but with the social network algorithms. Try uploading the image via the browser version or resizing it to a square (1:1).