Xiaomi Redmi 9 owners often face the need to change their device or simply want to back up important numbers. Despite the fact that modern cloud services offer convenient synchronization, physical storage of contacts on the Internet is not a problem. SIM-This is especially useful when switching to a button phone or when using a device without a Google account.
The MIUI data migration process has its own features, different from pure Android. The user needs to know exactly where to look for the desired menu items to avoid losing valuable entries. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the stages of the transfer, possible errors and ways to fix them.
The operation takes only a few minutes, but requires care. Wrong choice of format save can lead to cropping long names or losing some numbers. Let's consider how to secure your data and perform the procedure correctly on your gadget.
Preparation for data transfer to Redmi 9
Before you start any manipulation of the phone book, make sure that your SIM-The Xiaomi Redmi 9 supports dual SIM cards, so the system can request clarification on which media to write the information to. Check in advance if the memory on the chip is free, since older cards can have a limit of 250 records.
It is recommended to preview the contact list and remove duplicates, which will save space and avoid confusion in the future, and make sure that the numbers are recorded in an international format, starting with the country code, which ensures that they are correctly displayed on any device.
It is important to understand the difference between data storage: Contacts stored in a phone or Google account memory may contain photos, addresses and additional numbers. SIM-The card only supports the base number and name, so any extra fields will be irretrievably lost when exported.
⚠️ Note: When copying the SIM-Long names can be cut down to the 10-15 Check the critical contacts after the procedure is complete.
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Back up your contacts to.vcf before any operations start, which will take a minute, but will save your data in case of a crash.
Navigation through MIUI and access to contacts
The MIUI shell on Redmi 9 has a specific menu structure. The standard call app is often combined with the phone book. To find the right settings, open a green handset on the home screen or look for a separate contact icon in yellow or white.
Within the app, look at the tabs at the top or bottom of the screen. You need a tab that manages the subscriber list. The interface may vary depending on the firmware version (Global, EU or China), but the logic remains the same. The main management tools are in a menu hidden under three dots or stripes.
To access import and export functions, you need to go to the application settings, and if you click on the corresponding menu icon, you will see a list of available actions, and this is where the Import/Export Contacts feature, which is key to our task, hides.
- 📱 Open the Contact or Phone app».
- ⚙️ Click on the menu (three dots or stripes) in the corner of the screen.
- 📂 Select the item "Import / Export contacts».
- 💾 Confirm the action if the system requests permission.
If you can't find these items, try searching the phone itself, type the word "contacts" in the search bar into the system's settings menu, and the system will prompt you to go to the desired data management section.
Step-by-step: Export contacts to SIM
The process of data transfer to Xiaomi Redmi 9 is performed through the built-in mechanism of the system. After entering the Import / Export Contacts menu, you will see several options for action. SIM-card or copy from phone to phone SIM». The system will automatically detect the available slots if you have two SIM cards.
Then the device will suggest you select the contacts to transfer, you can mark individual records or select all at once by pressing the corresponding button at the top of the list. Once you select, confirm the action. The copying process will take from a few seconds to a minute, depending on the number of records.
☑️ Algorithm of action
During copying, the progress bar may be displayed on the screen. It is not recommended to interrupt the process, although modern file systems are quite resistant to failures. Once completed, you will receive a notification of the successful completion of the operation or a report on how many contacts were copied and how many were missed due to format errors.
⚠️ Attention: Don't pull out SIM-This can damage the file system of the chip and lose all the data on it.
Import contacts from SIM-card to phone
The reverse is also common: you insert a new SIM card into Redmi 9 and want to see the old numbers on your phone. The import procedure is almost identical to export, but the opposite direction is chosen. From the contact management menu, select "Import with". SIM-map».
The system will suggest you choose your destination. For maximum security and functionality, it is recommended to save contacts to your Google account or internal phone memory, which will allow you to easily synchronize data in the future and not depend on a physical medium.
Once you select a save location, you start reading data from the chip. Xiaomi Redmi 9 quickly processes the information and adds new entries to the common phone book. If the numbers already exist, the system may suggest combining duplicates or skipping them.
What to do if the importation has not started?
Table of comparison of places of storage of contacts
Understanding the differences between storage locations will help you choose the best option for long-term use.
| Parameter | SIM-map | Phone memory | Google account |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memory capacity | Limited (250-500) | Depends on the model. | Almost unlimited. |
| Additional fields (Email, address) | No. | Yes. | Yes. |
| Synchronization | Absent. | Only on the device. | Automatic. |
| Security | Risk of loss in case of breakdown | Risk on discharge | Tall. |
As you can see from the table, the storage SIM-The map is the least functional option, it is only suitable for temporary transfer of basic information. For everyday use, Xiaomi Redmi 9 strongly advise to keep the main base in the cloud.
Addressing common problems
Sometimes users are faced with contacts that are not copied or displayed incorrectly, a common cause is overcrowded memory. SIM-In this case, the system will give an error or copy only a part of the records, the solution is one: to make room by removing unnecessary numbers directly from the SIM card through the control menu.
Another problem is the encoding of names, and if you see characters that are not clear, it means that the map uses an old code that is not compatible with Unicode, and then you have to rewrite the names manually. PIN-code that can block the recording.
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If the contacts are not copied, try to copy them to internal memory and then to the internal memory. SIM-map, previously removing the excess.
In rare cases, rebooting the device helps: Take out the SIM card, reboot Redmi 9, insert the card back and try again, which allows the system to read the structure of the media file system again.