Buying a new tablet computer is always an exciting moment, especially if you are switching to the Xiaomi platform from a different operating system or upgrading an old device. Modern models such as the Xiaomi Pad 6 or Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro are powerful multimedia centers that can replace a laptop on a trip or become the perfect e-book. However, for a gadget to reach its potential, it is not enough to just turn it on and start flipping the screen.
In this article, we’ll cover all aspects of operation, from initial activation to advanced split-screen features, learn how to set up your Mi Account correctly, what power settings you should change immediately after you buy, and how to turn your tablet into an effective working tool. A competent initial setup will save you hours of troubleshooting in the future.
MIUI for Pad (or HyperOS in newer models) is a very different interface from the smartphone, offering unique window management and multitasking capabilities. It's important to keep up with the initial calibration and upgrade phase, because it's what's going to affect the stability of the operating system in the long run. Let's start diving into the world of big screens.
Primary activation and configuration of the interface
The process of first switching on Xiaomi Pad is standard for Android devices, but has its own nuances in the manufacturer's ecosystem. After choosing a language and connecting to Wi-Fi, the system will prompt you to log in to Mi Account. This is a critical step, since this account connects all your devices, allows you to find a gadget in case of loss and synchronizes contacts. Don't ignore two-factor authorization for data protection.
Next comes the screen and biometrics tweaking phase. Xiaomi tablets are equipped with high-quality IPS or OLED matrices with high refresh rates. In the Settings → screen menu, it is recommended to immediately select the color reproduction mode that is closer to you (for example, "Saturated" or "Standard"), and activate automatic brightness, which will allow the display to adapt to ambient lighting, which is critical for saving charge.
⚠️ Note: When setting up face unlock, keep in mind that tablets without a depth sensor (Face) ID 2D) The system can unlock if you simply hold the device to a sleeping user. ID and pin-code.
Don't forget to check for system updates right away. Often out of the box, the tablet runs on a software version released a few months ago. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version and press the check button. The update may contain important security patches and interface stability improvements.
☑️ Primary tablet setting
Battery optimization and energy management
Autonomy is one of the main trump cards of the Xiaomi Pad line, but the wrong setup can negate all the benefits of the battery. Unlike smartphones, tablets are less likely to update apps in the background, but have more energy-intensive screens. First of all, go to the battery settings and activate the optimization mode for rarely used applications.
MIUI offers flexible power saving scenarios, you can set up Read Mode automatically or lower the CPU frequency at a certain charge level, and you can also look at adaptive brightness, which learns your habits and prevents you from using energy for backlighting.
- 🔋 Use the original charger with a power of at least 33 watts (or 67 watts for Pro versions) to activate fast charging.
- 📉 Turn off the vibration of the keyboard and system buttons, if it is not needed - this is a trifle that saves total charge.
- 🌙 Set up a “Night Mode” (blue light filter) schedule for eye comfort and circadian rhythms.
It’s important to understand how background activity works. Apps that you haven’t used in weeks are better not just closed, but limited to their background work in the Applications → Application Management → Battery section, which will prevent hidden discharge and heating of the device in sleep mode.
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For maximum battery health in the long run, try to keep the charge in the range of 20% to 80%, avoiding full discharge cycles to zero and charge to 100% during long-term storage.
Multitasking and working with windows
The main advantage of the tablet over the smartphone is the ability to fully multitask. The interface Xiaomi Pad allows you to run up to three applications simultaneously in split screen mode. To do this, open the first application, swipe from the edge of the screen to open the multitasking panel, and drag the second application to the free area.
Floating Windows turns your tablet into a mini-office, and you can run a calculator, messenger, or video player over the main application, and to activate that, open the recent app bar, click on the app icon on top, and select the floating window, and you can change the size of the window, and you can also pin it in the corner of the screen.
How to fix the application in the corner of the screen?
For users who connect the keyboard, a desktop-like mode is available. Windows can be deployed to the full screen, folded into a dock and controlled using a trackpad. Support for hotkeys (such as Ctrl+C for copying) makes text and tables as familiar as possible.
Using the tablet as a second monitor
One of the most useful features for professionals is the “Second Display” mode. Your Xiaomi Pad can become a wireless monitor for a PC or laptop running Windows or macOS. This is implemented through the built-in “Display” application or third-party utilities that support the Miracast protocol.
To connect, make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network. On the tablet, run the Second Screen app (or find this option in the notification curtain), select Wireless Monitor mode. On the computer in the Project section, select the device you detect. The input delay is minimal, allowing you to work comfortably with graphics or code.
In this mode, the tablet supports the Xiaomi Smart Pen stylus, making it the perfect graphics tablet. You can paint in Photoshop on a PC using the tablet screen as a touch sensitive panel. This makes the device a powerful tool for designers and artists without having to buy expensive specialized equipment.
| Mode of work | Description | Best application |
|---|---|---|
| Duplication | Full copy of the PC screen | Presentations, demonstration of content |
| Expansion | The tablet becomes the second desktop | Multitasking, trading, code |
| Only the second screen. | The PC screen goes out, work only on the tablet | Mobile office, energy savings |
⚠️ Note: When using the tablet as a second monitor over Wi-Fi, there may be a slight cursor delay. For tasks requiring high accuracy (for example, retouching a photo), it is recommended to use a wired connection via Wi-Fi. USB-cable, if the intermediary application supports such a mode.
Stylus work and handwriting
The second-generation Xiaomi Smart Pen offers stunning accuracy and low latency, which requires a magnet to be charged to the side of the tablet (depending on the model) to start working, and automatically recognizes the accessory and prompts you to adjust the settings.
Notes has a handwriting-to-print function, so you can write by hand anywhere on the screen, and MIUI converts your handwriting into digital text that supports formatting, which is indispensable for students recording lectures or for managers in meetings.
Pen settings allow you to calibrate sensitivity and assign actions to a button. For example, double-pressing can take a screenshot or run a voice recorder. For artists, palm rejection is available, allowing you to lean your hand on the screen without leaving any traces.
Secrets of stylus calibration
Data security and parental control
The tablet is often a family device, so security and access restrictions are a priority, and the Xiaomi Pad has a powerful Second Space tool built in, creating a completely isolated environment with separate passwords, apps and files, so you can keep working documents in one space and children's games in another.
To monitor your children’s time with your device, use Google Family Link or the built-in limitations in Digital Well-being settings, which allows you to set limits on the use of specific applications, block access to your browser at night, and track the location of your device.
- 🔒 Turn on Find My Device to be able to remotely lock your tablet or erase data in case of theft.
- 👤 Use guest mode to temporarily transfer the tablet to friends so that they do not get access to your personal photos and correspondence.
- 🛡️ Regularly check the permissions of applications in the "Privacy" section, disabling access to the microphone and camera for those programs where it is not needed.
Don’t forget to back up regularly. Set up automatic synchronization of the gallery and contacts with the Mi Cloud or Google Drive cloud. In the event of a system failure or loss of your device, you can recover all your important data in a few minutes by simply logging in to your account on a new gadget.
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Creating a separate "Second Space" is not just a convenience, but a necessary security measure that protects your banking applications and personal correspondence from prying eyes, even if the tablet is used by children.