How to Set Up Xiaomi Mi 9A: A Complete Guide from First Included to Fine Optimization

Xiaomi Mi 9A is a budget smartphone with excellent value for money, but even such a technique requires the right setup for comfortable work. Many users face problems after purchase: slow operation, fast battery discharge, unnecessary notifications or an uncomfortable interface. This article will help avoid typical errors and reveal the hidden features of the device.

We're going to look at not only the basic setup after the first turn on, but also advanced features that the manufacturer doesn't always advertise. MIUI, Optimize autonomy or adjust gestures for easy control. 9A, Which makes it different from other Xiaomi models.

Important: the manual is relevant for the global version of MIUI (EEA/Global ROM). If you have Chinese firmware, some menu items may differ. At the end of the article, you will find an FAQ answering popular questions on this model.

First Installing and Basic Setup

After unpacking Xiaomi Mi 9A installation SIM-If you're on the card, press the power button to turn the device on. 2-3 minutes, the system will pre-set you. Next, you'll be met by the original setup wizard (MIUI Setup Wizard).

At this point, it is important to choose the right region and language. For Russia, it is optimal to list Russia in the list of countries, this will ensure the correct operation of Google services and local applications. If you choose another region (for example, India), some features may not work.

• 🌐 Choose the language: Russian (Russia)
• 📍 Name the region: Russia (important for Google services)
• 🔗 Connect to Wi-Fi (required for updates)
• 🔄 Update the software if the system offers (see section on updates)

You can skip authorization at the sign-in stage of Xiaomi, but we recommend creating an account, which will give you access to cloud backup, Find Device, and synchronize data between Xiaomi devices, and if you already have a Mi Account, use it, which will make it easier to recover data when you reset.

Screen settings and control gestures

Mi 9A fitted 6.01-inch AMOLED-resolution-screen 1560×720 (HD+). Despite the low resolution, the image quality is at the level thanks to technology AMOLED. The first thing to do is to adjust the color palette to your preferences.

Go to Settings → Display → Color scheme and select one of the options:

Standard (recommended for most users)

Saturated (increases contrast but distorts colors)

Automatic (adapted to lighting)

To protect your vision, activate Read Mode in the same section, it reduces the blue component of light, reducing eye strain, and set an automatic turn-on schedule (for example, from 21:00 to 7:00).

The Mi 9A controls are based on MIUI 12+ to customize:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Full-screen display

2. Select Gestures (not navigation buttons)

3. check out the management tips (swipe up for home, swipe sideways for return)

Select the "Standard" color scheme | Activate the reading mode for the night |Tune gestures instead of buttons |Turn off automatic brightness (if annoying)

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Optimizing performance and battery

Xiaomi Mi 9A runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor with 2GB of RAM. It's not a top-end configuration, so optimization is especially important. Start by cleaning the background: go to Settings → Apps → Autostart and turn off autoboot for unnecessary programs.

To extend the battery life (2500 mAh), follow the following steps:

1. Activate Battery Mode in Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Mode

2. Select Charge Savings for Background Applications

3. Turn off Permanent Wi-Fi scanning in location settings

A critical feature of the Mi 9A is that when the battery is below 15%, the smartphone can shut down dramatically due to battery calibration. To avoid this, try to charge the device at 20-30% charge, without getting to full discharge.

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If your smartphone starts to slow down, try turning off the Mi Pei feature in the NFC settings – it often works in the background and consumes resources.

Camera and photography settings

The Mi 9A features a 12MP main camera (Sony IMX363) with an f/1.8 aperture. Despite the budget segment, the camera performs well when set up correctly. The first thing to do is update the camera app through Google Play, as the standard version may be outdated.

To improve the quality of the photo:

1. Open the Camera app

2.Tap the badge. ⚙️ (setting)

3. Activate HDR (auto) and AI Improvement

4. Turn off the Watermark (if not needed)

For low-light shooting, use Night Mode. In the Mi 9A, it works more efficiently than in many budget smartphones, but requires a steady hand or tripod position. Hold the trigger button clamped for 2-3 seconds for better results.

Video is shot at 1080p@30fps. To stabilize, turn on Electronic Stabilization in the video settings. Remember, when you activate this mode, the edges of the frame are slightly clipped.

Memory and garbage cleaning

Xiaomi Mi 9A is available in versions with 32 or 64 GB of internal memory. Given that part of the memory is occupied by the system, there is not much free space. The first thing to do is to transfer the applications to the memory card (if installed).

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management
2. Select the desired application
3. Click Warehouse → Change → Memory Map

Important: Not all applications support the transfer to SD-Map: System applications and some games (e.g, PUBG Mobile remains in internal memory.

To clean the cache and unnecessary files:

1. Open the Security app

2. Go to the Cleanup section

3.Push Deep Clean and select files to delete

4. Repeat the process in the Memory Management section

⚠️ Warning: Don't use third-party memory cleaners from Google Play. They often show false virus warnings and can slow down your smartphone.

Connection to networks and communication setting

Mi 9A supportive 4G LTE, But for stable mobile Internet operation, the correct setting is required. APN. After installation SIM-The internet card is not working:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Access points (APN)
2. Click Add and enter your operator's settings
3. For MTS: name Internet.mts.ru, APN Internet.mts.ru
4. For Beeline: name Internet.beeline.ru, APN Internet.beeline.ru

To improve the quality of calls, activate VoLTE (voice over 4G):

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → VoLTE Challenges

2. Switch on the switch.

3.Reboot the smartphone

If you have trouble connecting to 5GHz Wi-Fi, try:

Switch to 2.4 GHz in router settings

- Update the router's firmware

In the Wi-Fi settings on the smartphone, turn off the Intelligent Connection

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Using VoLTE not only improves call quality, but also saves battery life, as no switching between 4G and 3G networks is required.

Additional features and hidden capabilities

The Mi 9A has some hidden features that the manufacturer doesn't advertise, such as One-Hand Mode, which is a useful option for a large-screen device.

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Mode for one hand
2. Choose Reduce the screen
3. Now swipe on the home button can reduce the interface

Another useful feature is Double-press to wake up, which allows you to turn on the screen with a double tap on it without pressing the power button. Activates in Settings → Display → Double-tapping to wake up.

For customization enthusiasts:

- Set a dark theme in Settings → Display → Dark theme

- Set up live wallpaper through Settings → Wallpaper

- Activate always display charge percentages in Settings → Battery → Battery percentage

If you want to get root rights or install custom firmware, remember: this will lead to a loss of warranty and can cause problems with the operation of banking applications due to the lack of SafetyNet certification. For most users, standard MIUI features are quite enough.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi 9A