How to combine two videos into one on a Xiaomi phone: all ways 2026

Shooting videos on Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi and POCO lines) often leads to a lot of short videos that you want to combine into a single file. For example, you have shot several takes for TikTok, recorded travel snippets or created educational content. Unlike computers that use Adobe Premiere or Sony Vegas for editing, on the phone, the process of gluing videos can seem difficult — especially if you do not know the built-in features and suitable applications.

In this article, we will discuss 5 Proven ways to combine video directly on Xiaomi devices (including models on the same device) MIUI 14/15 And we'll compare them to HyperOS, and we'll compare them in terms of speed, quality, and convenience, and we'll show you how to avoid losing resolution, why some apps spoil sound, and what to do if the video doesn't stick together because of different formats, and then we'll end up with answers to a lot of questions, including codec issues. H.265 and duration limitations.

1. Xiaomi’s built-in gallery editor: a quick way to do without installing apps

The easiest method is to use the standard Video Editor tool integrated into the Gallery app on all Xiaomi smartphones, which supports basic editing functions, including gluing, cropping and adding music, the main advantage is that you do not need to download anything, and the final video is stored in the original resolution (if the formats match).

How it works:

• 📱 Open the Gallery app and select the folder with the video.
• 🎬 Click on the first video, then tap Edit (scissors icon at the bottom).
• ➕ In the lower right corner, the Add button will appear – select the second video.
• 💾 Click Save and select quality (recommended original).

Limitations of the method:

It only works with video in the same format (for example, both in MP4 with H.264).

There is no way to add transitions between rollers.

The maximum length of the final video is 10 minutes (on some models of Redmi Note the limit is reduced to 5 minutes).

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If the video twitches when playing after gluing it, try converting both files to the same format through the Video Converter app (available on Google Play).

2. CapCut application: professional installation with effects

CapCut (from TikTok developers) is one of the best free editing apps on Xiaomi if you need not only gluing, but also transitions, text overlays or color correction. The program automatically adjusts to the resolution of the source files and supports 4K (on models with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and later).

Step-by-step:

1. Install CapCut from Google Play or Mi App Store.
2. Slip a new project and select both videos (hold your finger for multiple selection).
3. On the timeline, drag the second video so that it goes immediately after the first.
4. From the Export menu, select 1080p or 4K resolution (if supported) and MP4 format.

The advantages of CapCut:

Support key personnel for smooth transitions.

Built-in library of free music and stickers.

Ability to speed up/slow down fragments without loss of quality.

3. InShot: for gluing with music and cropping

InShot is another popular solution optimized for Xiaomi (including budget models like Redmi 12C).The app stands out with a simple interface and automatic volume alignment between glued videos, which is useful if files are recorded at different sound levels.

Algorithm of action:

• 📥 Download InShot and open it.
• 🎥 Select Video → tag both files → Next.
• 🔄 On the timeline, drag the second roller to the end of the first.
• 🎵 If necessary, add music from the library or record voice accompaniment.
• 📤 Export with permission 1080p (Free version adds watermark).

Features of InShot:

Supports vertical video (9:16) without cutting edges.

There is a function Remove background (AI) to create collages.

In the free version, the video length limit is 15 minutes.

4. KineMaster: for multi-track installation

If you need to not just glue two videos together, but create a full-fledged video with several layers (for example, overlay text on top of the video, add a picture to the picture), KineMaster is the best choice. FPS.

Instructions for gluing:

1. Create a new project with a resolution that matches your video (e.g. 1920×1080).
2. Import both files to the timeline (they will appear as separate layers).
3. Drag the second clip so that it goes immediately after the first.
4. Add transitions (such as Attenuation or Shift) to the Effects menu.
5. Export at a bitrate of at least 20 Mbps to maintain quality.

Important:

KineMaster leaves a watermark in the free version (removed after purchasing a subscription).

On weak smartphones (such as the POCO M4 Pro), rendering can take up to 10 minutes.

Both files in the same format (MP4, MOV)

The same resolution (e.g. 1080p)

Coinciding frame rate (30 FPS or 60 FPS)

Free memory (minimum 1 GB) is enough

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5. PowerDirector: for 4K and complex projects

PowerDirector is the only mobile app that supports 4K HDR mounting on Xiaomi smartphones with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and later, and is suitable for gluing video from Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or Xiaomi 13 Ultra cameras, where it is important to maintain high color quality.

How to make a video in PowerDirector:

1. Select a New Project → Empty project.
2. Import both videos to the timeline.
3. Use the Trim tool to remove unnecessary fragments.
4. Add the transition between clips (recommended Morph Cut for smooth junction).
5. Export with settings: Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) Bitrate: 50 Mbps Codec: H.265 (HEVC)

Cons of PowerDirector:

The free version limits the length of the video to 5 minutes.

Heats the processor when rendering 4K (we recommend connecting charging during export).

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For video with different resolutions (e.g. 1080p and 720p), use the PowerDirector Scaling setting to avoid stretching the image.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier, we've created a table with the key parameters of each method, so focus on your tasks: for example, CapCut is suitable for TikTok, and PowerDirector is suitable for maintaining quality from the Xiaomi 13T camera.

Critical information: On Xiaomi smartphones with MediaTek Helio processors (such as the Redmi 10A), 4K rendering in PowerDirector can end in error due to the limitations of the video decoder. In this case, export the video to 1080p or use CapCut.

Frequent problems and solutions

When you glue a video on Xiaomi, users encounter common mistakes. Here's how to avoid them:

⚠️ Warning: If after gluing the sound in the video "stutters" or disappears, check the formats of the audio tracks. AAC and MP3 compatible, and AC3 or DTS (They may not be playing in the files on the cameras. MX Player with support for all codecs for verification.

Problem 1: Videos stick together, but there's a black screen in between. Solution: In CapCut/PowerDirector, enable Automatic transitions or manually add Crossfade.

Problem 2: The final file weighs too much. Solution: Reduce the bitrate to 10-15 Mbps (in PowerDirector) or convert the video to H.265 via Video Compressor.

Problem 3: The app gives an error called "Incompatible formats." Solution: Use VLC for Android to convert both files to MP4 (H.264) before gluing.

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Before you install it, close all the background apps on Xiaomi (especially MIUI Optimization) to avoid automatically closing the editor.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions