How to transfer data from shaomi to real

The change in the ecosystem of Android-smartphone always causes mixed feelings: on the one hand, the new hardware and fresh interface are pleasing, on the other hand, the prospect of a long and tedious setup is frightening.

The question of how to transfer data from the shaomi to the real world is especially relevant, given that both manufacturers use their own add-ons on the system. MIUI and Realme UI have significant differences in architecture, which can cause difficulties when migrating contacts, messages and application settings.

Fortunately, modern tools allow you to make this process as painless as possible, preserving the structure of folders and even the location of icons on the desktop.

Preparation for data migration between smartphones

Before any copying process begins, both devices must be carefully prepared, not just a recommendation, but a necessity that will save you hours of troubleshooting.

Make sure both smartphones have at least 60 percent battery life, or better connect them to a power source.Unstable voltage during the transmission of large amounts of data can interrupt the communication session.

Also check for free space on your target device (Realme) and the amount of free memory should exceed the size of the data you plan to transfer from the old Xiaomi.

• 📱 Update the system software on both devices to the latest available version.
• 📶 Connect both smartphones to the same Wi-Fi network (preferably 5 GHz for speed).
• 🔒 Turn off the power saving mode so that the system does not “fall asleep” in the process.

If you have used Mi Account to sync contacts or notes, make sure you remember the password to log in.

⚠️ Warning: Do not start the process if the Realme phone runs heavy games or background downloads, this can lead to connection errors.

Use of the official Clone Phone app

The most efficient and quickest way to migrate is to use specialized software from the manufacturer, in which case we will use the Clone Phone app (or Phone Cloning), which is pre-installed on Realme and available for download on Xiaomi.

On the new Realme smartphone, find the app in the Tools folder or search. When you first start, the system will ask which device you are setting up. Select "This is a new device."

On the old Xiaomi, you will need to install a similar app from the Google Play Market or scan it. QR-code that will appear on the Realme screen. After installation, run the program and select "This is an old device».

The Realme smartphone will create a Wi-Fi hotspot. You will need to connect to it with Xiaomi through your wireless network settings. Once connected, the channel will become secure, and third-party devices will not be able to intercept your data.

The interface will suggest selecting data categories to transfer, and you can copy contacts, messages, call history, photos, videos, music, and even installed apps.

The cloning process takes place locally, without the use of Internet traffic, which ensures high speed of transmission, depending on the amount of data, the migration can take anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour.

Synchronization through Google Account

If you don't have the ability to use a direct connection, or if you want to back up your key data in the cloud, Google Account is your best assistant. It's a versatile method that works on any Android.

On Xiaomi, go to Settings → Google → Sync. Make sure the switches opposite Contacts, Calendar, Keep Notes and Drive are active.

Once sync is enabled, manually click the Sync button to make sure the data has gone to the cloud, and you can check this by visiting contacts.google.com from your computer.

On the new Realme, when you first set up or in the Settings menu → Users and accounts log in to the same Google profile. The system will automatically prompt you to restore data from the last backup.

This method is ideal for restoring your contact book and calendar, but it won’t carry media files and desktop design settings.

Hand-over of multimedia and files

For heavy files like high-resolution photos, 4K videos and documents, the most convenient way to transfer files is to use a file manager. Google's standard Files Explorer or built-in MIUI Explorer will do the job perfectly.

The easiest way is to use cloud storage (Google Drive, Yandex.Disk, Dropbox), upload your photo and video folders to the cloud on Xiaomi, and then download them to Realme.

Alternatively, you can use your PC as a middle ground, plug in Xiaomi, copy DCIM, Pictures, Download, and Documents folders to your computer, and then transfer them to Realme.

When manually copying, it is important to keep the folder structure, especially for multimedia files, so that the Realme gallery indexes them correctly.

Migration of data messengers WhatsApp and Telegram

Messengers require special attention because they store their correspondence history in secure databases, and simply copying files is often not enough.

For WhatsApp, use the built-in backup feature. On Xiaomi, go to Settings → Chats → Backup Chats and click “Create Backup” on Google Drive.

When you install WhatsApp on Realme, after you enter your phone number, it will prompt you to restore your message history from the cloud.

Telegram works differently: all the history is stored on servers. You just install the app and log in. Secret Chats are not portable and are tied to a particular device.

⚠️ Two-factor authentication on WhatsApp and Telegram must be set up in advance, otherwise you risk losing access to your account when you change your account. SIM-maps.

If you use local WhatsApp backups (without Google Drive), you will have to manually move the /Android/media/com.whatsapp/WhatsApp folder from your old phone to your new one to the exact same directory.

Set up Realme UI after the transfer

Once the data is moved, the adaptation phase begins. The Realme UI interface (based on ColorOS) differs from MIUI in terms of menu logic and gestures.

First, check the gesture control. Go to Settings → Tool usability → Navigation and gestures. You can adjust the edge sensitivity and animation speed.

You also need to set up a Smart Sidebar that allows you to quickly call applications over other windows, which is the equivalent of a floating window in MIUI, but with a different approach to implementation.

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Copy Wi-Fi passwords with the help of QR-On Xiaomi, in Wi-Fi settings, click on the network and select Share, scan the code with the Realme camera for instant connection without entering a password.

Be sure to check permissions for applications. In Realme UI, the privacy control system may be stricter, and some apps may not access the microphone or geolocation immediately after installation.

Optimize battery performance by studying the charge consumption section, and the system will suggest optimizing background processes, which is especially important after a large number of applications migrate.

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Full adaptation to the new interface takes 2 to 5 days of active use, after which the differences between MIUI and Realme UI are no longer felt.

Possible problems and solutions

In rare cases, the migration process may not be perfect, and users are more likely to find that some applications do not open or display incorrectly.

This is because the paths to system libraries in MIUI and Realme UI may be different, and the solution is to reinstall problematic apps from the Google Play Store completely, without using stored data.

Another common problem is the lack of notifications from messengers. Realme UI is aggressively power-saving.

To fix this, find the app in the installed list, click Charge Consumption and select Allow Background Activity. Also add important apps to the AutoStart list.

If alarm clocks or notes are not moved, check to see if you have used proprietary Xiaomi apps (such as Mi Notes) that need to be exported to a text file or third-party app before you switch.