How to combine contacts on Xiaomi Redmi 9: 5 proven ways

Duplicate contacts on the phone are a problem that almost every Xiaomi Redmi 9 user faces. They appear after synchronization with multiple accounts (Google, Mi Account, SIM-Imports from backups or manual input errors: a disparate address book makes it difficult to find the right numbers, takes up excess memory, and creates chaos in the call list.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can connect to Redmi 9, from standard MIUI tools to third-party apps and manual methods, how to automatically merge duplicates, manually link profiles from multiple sources, and how to avoid replicas.

Important: the process of combining does not delete the original data, it only links it into a single profile, all the numbers, mails and notes will be saved, but will be displayed in one contact, if you are afraid of losing information, first create a backup.

1.Preparation: Contact backup

Before any manipulation of the address book, be sure to keep a backup copy, which will protect you from accidental deletion of important numbers or failures in the process of combining. Redmi 9 has three reliable backup methods:

• 📱 Local copy in MIUI: Stores contacts in a.vcf file for internal memory or SD-This is good if you don’t use cloud services.
• ☁️ Google sync: Automatically reserves contacts in your Google account, and the most universal method is that data will be available on any device.
• 🔗 Exporting through Mi Cloud: Creates a copy in the Xiaomi cloud. Useful if you are actively using the Mi Account ecosystem.

To make a local backup:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Tap it on three points (⋮) top-right → Contact management → Import/Export of contacts.
3. Select Export to the file and specify the place of saving (we recommend you to choose the file). SD-map or folder of Downloads).
4. A file with the.vcf extension can be imported back.

⚠️ Note: If you use multiple accounts (e.g. Google and Mi Account), export the contacts separately for each source. otherwise, the.vcf file may not have numbers linked to a different profile.

2. Connecting contacts through the standard MIUI application

MIUI for Redmi 9 has a built-in tool for merging duplicate contacts, which works automatically, but sometimes requires manual verification.

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Press three points (⋮) → Contact management → Connecting contacts.
3. The system will scan the address book and offer a list of takes, and each will have a "Combine" button.
4. Check the pairs suggested (sometimes the algorithm gets it wrong, like combining different people with the same names).
5. Click Combine for confirmation or Skip if the pair is incorrect.

If automatic search doesn’t našel all takes, try manual mode:

1. In the same Message Contacts menu, select Manual Connection.
2. Scroll through the list and tick the contacts you want to merge.
3. Press Ready. → Unite.

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3. Connecting through Google Contacts (web version)

If your contacts are synced with your Google account, it’s more convenient to use the Google Contacts web interface, a method that is suitable for users who want to manage an address book from a computer or tablet.

Instructions:

1. Open your browser and go to contacts.google.com. Sign in with the same account as Redmi 9.
2. In the left menu, select Doubles (or Merge and Fix → Find Doubles).
3. The system will show all the repeat contacts. There will be a "Put" button opposite each pair.
4. Check the proposed options and confirm the merger.
5. Once completed, press Ready and wait for sync with your phone (can take up to 10 minutes).

The advantage of this method is cross-platform, all changes will immediately affect all devices associated with your Google account, and the web version offers more flexible tools for managing tags and groups.

⚠️ Note: If you use multiple Google accounts on Redmi 9, make sure that sync is enabled for the correct profile. → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of contacts.

4. Use of third-party applications

If the built-in MIUI and Google tools fail, you can use specialized applications that offer advanced duplicate search algorithms and additional features (such as cleaning up irrelevant contacts).

Top.-3 Applications to combine contacts on Xiaomi Redmi 9:

• 📌 Simpler Merge: Free app with simple interface. automatically finds duplicates by numbers, email and names. Supports manual combination and export to.vcf.
• 🔍 Contacts Optimizer: Paid version (≈150₽) Offers advanced filters, such as contact searches without numbers or with incomplete data.
• ☁️ Sync.ME: In addition to merging takes, adds photos of contacts from social networks and updates information in real time.

How to use Simpler Merge:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and give access to your contacts.
3. Press Scan for Duplicates (Scan for Duplicates).
4. Look at the list of pairs found, and the app will show you the criteria (number, email, name) it has identified as duplicate.
5. Select contacts for the merger and confirm the action.

Warning: Before using third-party apps, carefully read the reviews and permissions they request.Some programs may send your contacts to external servers for analysis.

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Before installing a third-party app, check its Google Play ranking and the date of the last update.Apps that haven't been updated for more than a year may not work correctly with the latest versions of MIUI.

5. Manual association through contact editing

If there are few duplicates (1-2 pairs), it is easier to combine them manually, which guarantees 100% control over the process and eliminates errors of automatic algorithms.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Contacts app and find a duplicate contact.
2. Slip on it, then click Edit (pencil icon).
3. Scroll down and select Link with Contact (or Combine with, depending on the MIUI version).
4. Find the second duplicate contact in the list and confirm the merger.
5. Save the changes.

After the merger, make sure that all data (numbers, email, addresses) are transferred correctly. If some information is missing, you can always cancel the merger and repeat the process.

The Redmi 9 feature is that in some versions of MIUI, the Contact Link option is hidden behind a long tap. If you don't see it right away, try holding your finger in contact for 2-3 seconds, and the context menu will appear.

6. How to avoid the recurrence of doubles

Connecting contacts is a one-off procedure, but without prevention, the doubles can reappear. To avoid this, follow these rules:

• 🔄 Turn off unnecessary sync: If you are not using Mi Cloud or a second Google account, turn off contact sync for them in Settings → Accounts.
• 📱 Import contacts carefully: When transferring numbers from SIM-maps or from backup, choose Combine with existing ones rather than Replace all.
• 📝 Edit contacts in one place: Select the main source (like Google Contacts) and make changes only there. Avoid editing at the same time in the same place. MIUI web-based.
• 🚫 Do not use multiple address books: In Settings → Contacts → Keep only one account active (e.g. Google).

If you often get contacts through WhatsApp, Telegram or Viber, set up automatic number saving in the selected address book.

1. Open the messenger settings (for example, WhatsApp) → ⋮ → Settings → Contacts).
2. Turn on the option to Save incoming numbers and specify the target account (Google or phone).

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Check your address book regularly for duplicates (every 2-3 months), and even with the right settings, they can appear due to synchronization errors or MIUI updates.

7 Problem Solving: What to Do When Contacts Don't Merge

Sometimes the merger process can stall or fail, and here are the typical problems and solutions.

If none of the methods worked, try resetting the Contacts app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Contacts.
2. Select Warehouse. → Clear the data.
3. Confirm the action. Attention: this will delete all local contacts (but saved in Google or Mi Cloud will remain).
4. Restart your phone and wait for the sync to re-run.

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