How to set up a dual screen on Xiaomi devices: the full guide 2026

Using dual screen on Xiaomi devices opens up new opportunities for multitasking, entertainment and work. Whether you want to duplicate the screen of your smartphone on your TV to watch movies, expand the workspace on your tablet or use the Mi TV as a second monitor for your laptop, Miracast, Wireless Display and proprietary Xiaomi solutions will help to realize this task. However, many users face difficulties in setting up, from the lack of visibility of devices on the network to problems with resolution or image delay.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to configure dual screen for different Xiaomi devices (smartphones, TVs, tablets), including step-by-step instructions, solving typical errors and hidden functions. Particular attention will be paid to the compatibility of protocols between devices of different years of release – this is a key point that is often missed in standard manuals. For example, 2019 Mi TV 4S may not support Miracast with new smartphones on HyperOS, and they will require an alternative method of connection.

1.What Xiaomi devices support dual screen?

Not all Xiaomi gadgets can work in dual-screen mode, the features depend on the model, firmware version and hardware characteristics.

• 📺 Mi TVs TV (series 4S, 5, Q1, Q2, A Pro and newer – support Miracast, DLNA AirPlay (on PatchWall 3.0 models)+). Can be both a receiver (for duplicating the screen of a smartphone) and a source (for output to a second TV on a smartphone). HDMI).
• 📱 Smartphones (Redmi Note series) 10/11/12, Xiaomi 11/12/13/14, POCO F/X) — Supports Wireless Display (based on Miracast) and Google Cast (for transfer to Chromecast). MIUI 13 HyperOS added the screen extension function to connect to external monitors.
• 🖥️ Mi Pad tablets (5/6 Series: full support for Miracast and Second Screen mode USB-C (adapter USB-C → HDMI).
• 💻 Xiaomi laptops (Mi Notebook Pro series, RedmiBook) – can duplicate the screen on the TV on Miracast or through the TV HDMI/USB-C.

Importantly, devices based on MIUI 12.5 and older have a limitation: they can not be both a source and a receiver of Miracast, for example, if you connect a smartphone to a TV, you can not simultaneously broadcast the TV screen to another display.

2. Ways to connect dual screen on Xiaomi

There are several technologies for organizing a dual screen, the choice depends on your devices and tasks:

Miracast is the most versatile way for Xiaomi devices, but it requires both devices to support this protocol.For example, the Redmi Note 10 Pro smartphone can stream the screen on the Mi TV 5, but not on the old 2018 Mi TV 4A model (it lacks the hardware resources to decode the stream).

⚠️ Attention: If your TV is Mi TV If you don't see your smartphone on the list of available devices for Miracast, check out the PatchWall version. Update your TV firmware to the latest version via Settings → On TV. → Software update: The smartphone should also have an up-to-date version MIUI or hyperos.

3.Transforming the dual screen through Miracast

This is the most popular way to wirelessly duplicate the screen, and the instructions are suitable for most Xiaomi smartphones (starting with MIUI 10) and Mi TVs (the 4S series and later).

Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct)

Disable VPN and proxy on your smartphone

Check that the TV is enabled mode "Wireless display" (Settings → Connections → Wireless display)

Charge of the smartphone at least 30% (broadcast consumes battery)

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Step 1. On the Mi TV:

1. Open the settings (cog in the upper right corner).
2. Go to Connections. → Wireless display.
3. Turn on the option "Wireless Display" and select "Receiving device" mode.
4. Remember the name of your TV (e.g., MiTV-5X-1234) and you will need it to connect.

Step 2. On a Xiaomi smartphone:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display (the HyperOS path may differ: Settings → Screen → Wireless monitor).
2. Turn on the device search. Your TV should appear on the list.
3. Select the TV and confirm the connection. Some models will require input. PIN-code that will appear on the TV screen.

Step 3: Configure the display mode:

• 🔄 Screen duplication – the TV will have an exact copy of the smartphone screen (suitable for watching videos or presentations).
• 🖥️ Screen expansion – TV becomes second monitor (available only on HyperOS and Mi Pad 6 tablets).

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If the image on the TV is cropped or does not fit on the screen, change the aspect ratio in the settings of the Wireless display on the smartphone. Select 16:9 or 4:3 depending on the TV model.

4. Connect via HDMI or USB-C (wired method)

If you need minimal latency (for example, for gaming or graphics), use a wired connection.

• 📱 Xiaomi smartphones with DisplayPort Alt Mode support (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi) K60 Pro).
• 🖥️ Mi Pad 6 tablets (adapter required) USB-C → HDMI).
• 💻 Xiaomi laptops (all models support output by HDMI).

Equipment required:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (for smartphones/tablets or cable HDMI-HDMI (laptop-only).
• 📺 Television or port monitor HDMI (preferably 2.0 or higher for support 4K@60Hz).

Instructions for the smartphone:

1. Connect the USB-C → HDMI adapter to your smartphone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV with an HDMI cable.
3. The smartphone will be notified of the connection of the external display. Select the mode: Duplicate the screen is a copy of the screen of the smartphone. Expand the screen to the TV as a second monitor (not available on all models).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi smartphones with Snapdragon processors 8 Gen 1/2 There may be a problem with the image in 4K through USB-C. In this case, when connecting, hold the Volume button down. + Food during 5 Seconds to force activate DisplayPort mode.

5. Solving Typical Dual Screen Problems

Even when you set it up correctly, you can get errors, and here are the most common problems and solutions.

If the image appears for 1-2 seconds after Miracast connection and disappears, this may be due to conflict. IP-address on the local network:

1. Turn off Miracast on both devices.
2. Reboot the router.
3. Turn on the flight mode on the smartphone for 10 seconds, then turn off.
4. Reconnect the connection.

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If you use a Xiaomi smartphone with custom firmware (like LineageOS), Miracast may not work due to the lack of proprietary drivers, in which case use a wired connection or third-party applications like ApowerMirror.

6.Alternative methods: Google Cast and third-party apps

If Miracast doesn’t work or you need additional features (such as streaming audio only or selecting a specific output app), use alternative methods:

• 📡 Google Cast – suitable for streaming videos from apps (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch) to TVs with Google TV To do this, make sure that the TV and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Open a supported app (like YouTube (📺) and choose your TV.

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• ApowerMirror – Duplication of the screen with the ability to control from the TV.
• TeamViewer QuickSupport - for remote access (suitable for technical support).
• LocalCast – broadcasting local files (video, photos) to the TV.

Google Cast has the advantage of less battery load on a smartphone, as content is streamed directly from the internet rather than from the device’s screen, but latency can reach 200ms, which is unacceptable for gaming.

To connect a MacBook or iPhone to a Mi TV, use AirPlay (available on PatchWall 3.0+ models). Activate the feature in the TV settings: Settings → Connections → AirPlay.

7.Dual screen optimization for games and video

If you’re connecting dual screen for gaming (Genshin Impact, Call of Duty Mobile) or watching high-resolution video, follow these guidelines:

• 🎮 For games: Use a wired connection (HDMI or USB-C) — Latency is minimal (5-10 ms). In the smartphone settings, select Game Turbo mode (Settings) → Special facilities → Gaming turbo.Switch off Adaptive Brightness and set a fixed screen refresh rate (60Hz or 120Hz).
• 🎬 For video: When wireless broadcast, choose the resolution 1080p instead 4K — This will reduce the load on the processor. Turn on the Upscaling option on the TV (Settings) → Image: → AI Super Resolution for Netflix and Disney+ Use Google Cast – it supports you DRM-Protection (unlike Miracast).

On the TVs Mi TV Q2 and later available mode "Game" (Settings → Image → Image Mode → Game), which reduces the input delay to 20 ms. Activate it before connecting the smartphone.

8.Security and privacy when using dual screen

When broadcasting a screen to another display, it is important to consider the risks of data leakage.

• 🔒 Public Wi-Fi networks: Don't connect Miracast in cafes, airports or hotels.Attackers can intercept traffic.
• 👁️ Hidden notifications: All smartphone notifications (including messaging) can be displayed on the TV. Turn off sensitive notifications in Settings → Notifications → Confidential notices.
• 📱 Annexes with DRM: Some apps (such as banking or Netflix) block the screen broadcast, in which case use Google Cast directly from the app.