How to transfer data from Samsung to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: Step-by-step instructions

The transition to a new smartphone is always accompanied by a pleasant excitement, especially when the hands are fresh Xiaomi Redmi Note 10. However, the owner faces a difficult task: how to quickly and painlessly transfer all the accumulated data baggage from the old device based on Samsung. Modern operating systems make this process quite simple, but there are many nuances that not all users know.

Unlike the old days, when you had to manually rewrite phone numbers or look for sophisticated synchronization methods, today the Android ecosystems offer built-in tools. The key here is to choose the right method, which depends on the amount of information and version of the operating system on both devices. Data migration can take anywhere from 15 minutes to several hours.

In this article, we will take a look at all the portable tools available, from official utilities to manual file copying, how to save folder structure, Wi-Fi passwords, and even desktop icons, and take your time and follow instructions consistently to avoid losing important information.

Preparing devices for data migration

Before running any transfer programs, both smartphones need to be trained in basics, a critical step that is often ignored, leading to a connection break in the middle of the process. Make sure your Samsung and Redmi Note 10 have at least 60 percent battery charge, as active data transfer over Wi-Fi Direct or cable is consuming significant energy.

Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network if you plan to use the wireless method. Otherwise, the transfer speed may be unstable and the process will be interrupted. It is also recommended to make room on the new Xiaomi smartphone by removing temporary files or unnecessary applications if the memory is almost full.

⚠️ Warning: Before starting the procedure, be sure to back up important data on a cloud server or computer. Despite the reliability of modern algorithms, the risk of software failures always exists.

Check the Android version on both devices. For most migration tools to work correctly, it is advisable that Samsung have at least Android 6.0 or higher installed. The Redmi Note 10 has the current MIUI shell, which already contains all the necessary components for receiving data.

Remember to enable Bluetooth and geolocation on both devices, as some system services use them to detect devices up close.If you use a protective glass or case that interferes with the tight fit of the screens (when using them) NFC-stains, it is better to remove them temporarily.

Using the Mi Mover app to migrate fully

The most effective and preferred way for Xiaomi owners is to use the Mi Mover application, which is designed specifically for deep integration with the MIUI shell and allows you to transfer not only media files, but also system settings, contacts, messages and even some application data.

The process starts with installing the app on an old device. On the Redmi Note 10, it's already built into the Tools folder. On Samsung, you need to download it from Google Play or scan it. QR-The code that will appear on the screen of the new phone, and after launching the application on both devices, you need to select the role of each of them: "Sender" for Samsung and "Receiver" for Xiaomi.

⚠️ Warning: During the Mi Mover operation, the device screens should not go out.In Samsung's power saving settings, temporarily turn off the screen autolock so that the system does not interrupt the connection.

When the devices find each other, Samsung will display a list of data categories available for transfer, so you can select all the items or mark only the ones you need, such as "Gallery", "Contacts" and "Messages." The copying process takes place over a direct Wi-Fi channel, so the speed will be high even without the Internet.

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If the transfer of large video files freezes, try to turn off the transfer of system settings and transfer only multimedia, and set the settings again.

Once the copy is complete, the system will prompt you to install the missing applications. APK-files or links to Google Play to install analogues of your favorite programs, which saves time by eliminating the need to download each software manually.

Alternative method: Google Account and synchronization

If you are in doubt about using third-party apps or Samsung has an older version of Android, you can rely on the Google ecosystem.This method is the “gold standard” for Android and ensures that your contacts, calendar and notes are available on any device immediately after you sign in.

On an old Samsung phone, go to Settings → Accounts & Archiving → Account Management. Select your Google account and make sure that sync is enabled for all important items: Contacts, Calentar, Google Keep. It’s also worth checking if your photos are uploaded to Google Photos.

When you first activate Redmi Note 10, the system will prompt you to restore data from Google backup. Select the last restore point of your Samsung. In this case, contacts, call history, SMS and a list of installed applications will be downloaded automatically in the background.

The main advantage of this method is that it is independent of having both devices nearby. You can set up a new Xiaomi at any time just by entering your username and password. However, it is worth remembering that photos and videos take up space in the cloud, the limit of which is limited to 15 GB for free.

For users who are actively using Google Photos, the process of transferring the library is not noticeable. Just install the application on a new phone, and all the images will appear in the gallery. This is especially convenient if you want to clear the memory of an old phone before selling.

Transfer of WhatsApp correspondence and messengers

The migration of WhatsApp messages is a special issue, as the app stores the message history locally or in its cloud, rather than in a shared Google account. When switching from Samsung to Xiaomi, the phone number usually remains the same, which makes it easier to do.

On your old device, open WhatsApp, go to Settings → Chats → Backup Chats. Click Backup and make sure it’s done on Google Drive. Importantly, the Google account you’re backing up should be the primary one on the new device.

Install WhatsApp on Redmi Note 10 and log in to your account using the same phone number. The app will automatically detect a backup in the cloud and prompt you to restore your message history. Agree and wait until the process is over without interrupting your Internet connection.

⚠️ Note: If you change your phone number when you upgrade to a new device, the standard cloud recovery method may not work, so use the Chat Transfer feature inside WhatsApp settings before resetting your old phone.

For other messengers like Telegram or Viber, the process is even easier. Telegram stores the entire history on the server, so just enter the number and confirmation code. Viber also knows how to back up on Google Drive, the principle is similar to WhatsApp.

Manual transfer of files via computer

For users who prefer full control of the process, or with a huge amount of data (hundreds of gigabytes), the best option is to use a PC, which allows you to copy files in their original quality without compressing and losing metadata.

Connect Samsung to your computer via USB-cable and select file transfer mode (MTP). Copy the folders. DCIM (Photos and videos), Download, Documents and Music on your computer's hard drive. Create a separate backup folder to avoid getting confused.

Then plug in the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 and transfer the stored data to the appropriate internal memory directories. Android folder structure is universal, so the photos in the DCIM/Camera folder will automatically be determined by the gallery of the new smartphone.

Structure of folders for manual copying:


/DCIM/Camera -> Camera photos and videos




/Download -> Downloaded files




/Music -> Music




/Documents -> Documents

This method also allows you to clean the internal memory of the old phone by deleting copied files, which is especially important when selling a device.

Solving problems and setting up a new device

Once the data transfer is complete, you may encounter some features of the MIUI shell on the Redmi Note 10. For example, the system can aggressively close the background applications, which will affect incoming notifications, you need to manually configure autorun for important messengers.

Go to Settings → Applications → Autostart and activate the desired programs. Also in the section "Battery and performance" should set the mode for social networks to "No restrictions", which will ensure stable operation of the background processes.

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Properly configuring MIUI power consumption immediately after data transfer is critical for stable operation of messengers and notifications.

If some apps are not displayed correctly or look strange, check the theme settings. Xiaomi allows you to deeply customize the interface, and the standard theme may be different from stock Android on Samsung. You can download the theme "Classic" or similar in the store in order to return the familiar look.

If contacts are duplicated (some from SIM, others from Google), use the merge function. Go to the Contacts app, select the management menu and find the option "Combine duplicates." The system will find matches and combine the records.