How to Install Google Camera on Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus: A Complete Guide to Working Configs

Open the Settings. → About the phone and find the line version MIUI. If there are letters at the end CN — It's Chinese firmware, EU — European, Global, global. GCam is best suited. EU What versions of Google Camera run on Redmi 5 Plus? Not all GCam builds are compatible with Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus (ARM64) and lack of support for some features on the Snapdragon 625.The following are proven versions (2023-2026) that work consistently on vince: GCam version HDR+ Night Sight Download Link 8.1.101 BSG Yes (with config) Yes Download 7.4.104 Urnyx05 Yes Partial Download 7.3.018 Parrot043 Yes No Download Critical: Version 8.4 and later doesn't work on Redmi 5 Plus due to Android 12 requirements+ Lack of support for older chipsets. Also avoid assemblies from Arnova8G2 — They are optimized for Snapdragon. 8xx and will fly out SD625. For maximum quality, we recommend using the assembly. BSG 8.1.101 configuration-file BSG_Vince.xml. This Configuration is Optimized Specifically for Redmi 5 Plus and includes: 🔹 Correct settings HDR+ for 12 Sony MP IMX363. 🔹 Zoom disabled (on vince it doesn't work well due to lack of telephoto lens). 🔹 Optimized Night Sight for weak processor. download config here (file size: 12 Install it via the GCam menu: Double tap on the black area next to the down button → Restore Config. Step-by-step instructions for installing Google Camera Install GCam on Redmi 5 Plus consists of three stages: downloading APK, Permission settings and test run. Follow the instructions strictly in steps to avoid errors. Download. APK-file of one of the verified versions (links in the table above). BSG 8.1.101. Transfer the file to the phone's memory (for example, to the Download folder). APK: Open the File Manager → Find the downloaded file. Click on it. → Install → Permissions confirmed. Launch GCam and provide all the permissions requested (camera, storage, microphone). Import config (if downloaded): double-press the black area next to the trigger button → Restore → select the file BSG_Vince.xml. If the GCam fails to start after installation or if it gives an error "Can't connect to camera", follow the following steps: Restart the phone. Clear the GCam cache: Settings → Annexes → Google Camera → Warehouse → Check to see if another application is blocking access to the camera (e.g. Second Space in the video). MIUI). If nothing helps, try a different version of GCam, Urnyx05 7.4.104). On some firmware MIUI When the GCam is installed, the camera may be lost due to the Camera conflict. HAL. Solution: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.camera This command will disable the regular camera, but leave the working GCam. To get it back, do: adb shell pm enable com.android.camera 💡If GCam works, but the photos are green or with artifacts, the problem is configuration. Try resetting the app or using another one. XML-Optimal settings for Google Camera for Redmi 5 Plus Even with the Right GCam Config on Redmi 5 Plus requires manual adjustment for maximum quality. Below are the recommended parameters for assembly BSG 8.1.101: 📷 Photo permission: 12 MPP (4:3) — sensory IMX363. 🔄 HDR+ Control: High (for static scenes) or Auto (for dynamic scenes). 🌓 Night Sight: exposure 3-7 seconds (more - only on a tripod). 🎛 Lib Patch: Sabre 7.0 (best detail for the game) SD625). 🔍 AF Tracker: Disable (on vince it's unstable). RAW (format.DNG) Enable the option in the settings, but consider: 🔸 RAW borrower ~20MB in the picture. 🔸 Shooting in RAW + HDR+ simultaneously impossible. 🔸 Processing RAW Snapdragon 625, examples of settings for different scenes: HDR+ Focus White Daylight Balance Auto Focus — AF Auto Sunset/Dawn High — AF 4000K Night Street Recovery. 4 sec. MF (Handheld) Auto Portrait Medium — AF Automobile ⚠️ Note: There is no stabilization when shooting GCam video on Redmi 5 Plus (unlike the Redmi 5 Plus video). MIUI For video, it is better to use a regular app or Open Camera. Common Problems and Solutions Even After Installing GCam on Redmi 5 Plus, there may be errors. Here are the most common ones and how to fix them: 🚫 "Can't connect to camera": Check if the camera is occupied by another app (like Snapchat or TikTok). Clear the GCam cache and restart the phone. If the problem persists, swipe the Magisk module. Camera2API Enabler. 🟢 Green: Reset the GCam settings to factory settings. Set another config (e.g., set up a new config, Urnyx05_Vince.xml). Turn it off. HDR+ and check the color reproduction. 🐢 Brakes during shooting: Turn off RAW and Zoom in settings. Reduce resolution to 9 MPP (16:9). Close the background apps (especially Facebook and Facebook) MIUI Optimizer). 🔋 Strong battery discharge: Turn off Location Tags in GCam settings. Use Battery Saver in MIUI (But it can degrade the quality. HDR). If GCam doesn’t save a photo, check: Is there enough internal storage space (needs at least 1 GB) and is the storage permissions issued (Settings) → Annexes → Google Camera → Permits? Is Incognito mode included in the MIUI (To solve autofocus problems (camera is not focused or constantly "breathing"): adb shell setprop persist.camera.HAL3.enabled This team will roll the camera back to HAL1, Which might help on some firmware. HDR+ And Night Sight, if the GCam's camera stopped working after the GCam was installed. MIUI, do: 1. Delete GCam. 2. Clear the Camera app cache and data in the settings. 3. Reboot the phone. 4. If it doesn't help, reset the camera settings via Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset application settings. Google Camera Alternatives for Redmi 5 Plus If the GCam is not suitable (for example, due to brakes or lack of support) Camera2 API), Consider alternative applications for shooting: 📱 Open Camera: Support RAW and manual settings (exposure, ISO, White balance. Works without Camera2 API (without HDR+). Cons: poor noise processing. 🎞 Footage: Optimized for video (supports) 4K@30fps There's manual focus and exposure. 🔍 Manual Camera (Lite) - Support Camera2 API (If it's on, Bracketing mode for HDR Comparison of alternatives with GCam: Appendix HDR Night Mode RAW Stability on SD625 Google Camera (BSG) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (brakes) Open Camera ⭐⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Footage ⭐⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Manual Camera ⭐⭐⭐ (hand-held HDR) ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ If your goal is to shoot video, it is better to stay on the regular camera. MIUI or use the Footage. For photography, GCam is a priority (if it works stably) or Open Camera with manual settings. FAQ: Frequent questions about Google Camera on Redmi 5 Plus 🔹 Why does GCam fly out when shooting in the RAW? On Snapdragon. 625 Lack of processing power for simultaneous processing RAW + HDR+. Solution: Turn it off HDR+ in the GCam settings or remove in RAW without HDR. 🔹 Can I install GCam on Chinese firmware? MIUI? Yeah, but we need to turn it on first. Camera2 API through ADB (The command is given above) or flash the Magisk module. Chinese firmware often disabled key features for GCam. 🔹 Which config is best for portrait photography? 5 Plus is suitable for configuration BSG_Vince_Portrait.xml (modification BSG). It increases background blur and improves facial detail. 🔹 Why Night Sight is not working? The reasons may be: There is no support Camera2 API LEVEL_3 (You can check it with Manual Camera Compatibility, too dark scene, Night Sight requires minimal lighting (~1 Conflict with other applications using the camera (e.g, MIUI Solution: run through the custom core or use an alternative (e.g. NeuralCam for night photography). 🔹 Can you make GCam the default app? Technically yes, but not recommended. GCam is not optimized for quick launch (e.g., double-press power button) To assign GCam to the primary camera: Install the Default App Manager app from Play Market. Find the Camera section and select Google Camera. minus: some features MIUI (Quick Capture will stop working.