Personalizing the device is not just a matter of aesthetics, but a way to make interaction with the smartphone more intuitive. - Xiaomi 10 Pro, featuring a gorgeous smartphone experience AMOLED-It's a display that allows you to enjoy quality images every time you call, and it's a way to instantly identify the person you're talking to without looking at the name of the person you're calling.
The process of installing an avatar can vary depending on where your phone book is stored. Flagship owners often use synchronization with a Google or Mi Cloud account, which makes their own adjustments to the algorithm of actions. We will analyze all possible scenarios so that you can choose the most suitable for your situation.
It is important to understand that the MIUI shell has its own features of working with multimedia contact files. Sometimes the system can cache old images or require additional permissions for the gallery. The correct sequence of actions will help avoid typical errors and ensure that the photo will be displayed correctly with you and the interlocutor (assuming you use compatible messengers).
Image Preparation and Format Requirements
Before you start editing the contact list, you need to make sure that the image you choose meets the system specifications. The optimal format for avatars is JPEG or PNG, as they provide good quality with a minimum file size. Too heavy photos can take longer to load when an incoming call or be displayed incorrectly in the call interface.
It is recommended to choose shots where the face occupies the center of the frame.The system often automatically crops the image to a circle, so important details around the edges can be cropped.If you plan to use live wallpaper or dynamic avatars, make sure that the source file has sufficient resolution, at least 500×500 pixels.
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Use square images with a 1:1 aspect ratio for the best display in all MIUI interfaces.
You can use the built-in gallery tools to edit your photos, and trimming the image to the right size is a critical step.
- 📸 Open the gallery and select the photo you want.
- ✂️ Click the “Change” button and select the “Cadrate” tool».
- 🔲 Set the ratio 1:1 and place the object in the center.
- 💾 Keep a copy so you don’t lose the original.
Installation of photos through the standard Contacts app
The most common way to change an avatar is to use the regular Contacts app, which is suitable for most users who store numbers in their phone’s memory or sync them with Google. Open the app and find the right subscriber in the list or through a search.
Click on the contact name to go to the detailed card. At the top of the screen, you'll see the current image (or the name letter on a color background). Click on the camera icon or edit button, which is usually located next to the photo or in the three-dot menu.
☑️ Algorithm of action
The system will suggest you to choose the source of the image: take a picture on the camera, choose from the gallery or download from the cloud. After selecting the photo, the system will suggest scaling and positioning the image.
⚠️ Note: If you don’t see the edit button, check if the contact is blocked for changes by the service provider or account.
Once the changes are confirmed, the avatar will be updated instantly. However, in some cases, it may be necessary to restart the app or even the smartphone itself to update the cache in all services.
Contact management SIM-maps and their limitations
Many users when switching to a new flagship, such as Xiaomi 10 Pro, import contacts from the old one. SIM-And here's an important technical point: the standard of memory. SIM-The cards are extremely limited and often do not support high-resolution graphics files or do not provide a field for photos at all.
If you are trying to add a photo to a contact saved directly to the SIM-If you have a card, the system may not allow this or the photo will not be saved, you need to move the record to the memory of your phone or Google account, open the contact, click the menu and select Copy or Move, specifying the target device phone.
After the transfer, the contact will receive a unique identifier in the Android system, which will allow you to associate media files with it.
| Storage type | Photo support | Synchronization | Editing |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM-map | No/Limited. | Absent. | Basic |
| Phone memory | Complete. | Locally. | Complete. |
| Google Account | Complete. | Automatic. | Complete. |
| Mi Account. | Complete. | Automatic. | Complete. |
Sync with Google Account and Mi Cloud
Using cloud services is the most reliable way to manage contacts. If your Xiaomi 10 Pro is connected to the Internet, changes made on the device will automatically be reflected in the cloud, which is especially useful when changing your device: just log in to your account, and all the avatars will be in place.
To set up sync, go to Settings → Accounts and Sync. Make sure the switch opposite your Google account is active and sync details indicate Contacts. Similar steps should be taken for Mi Cloud if you prefer the Xiaomi ecosystem.
⚠️ Note: When synchronization is enabled, local changes can be overwritten by data from the cloud. Always check the relevance of the backup before mass editing.
If the photo doesn’t show up immediately after syncing, try clearing the cache of Google Contacts. Go to Settings → Apps → All Apps → Google Contacts → Storage and click Clear Cache. Don’t confuse it with Clear All Data, as this will delete the local contact database until the next sync.
Setting up the display of photos in the MIUI call
MIUI offers advanced call display settings. Sometimes the photo is set but not visible during an incoming call due to the theme or Do Not Disturb settings. Check if the damper mode or a specific theme that blocks the avatars is activated.
In the Security app or theme settings, you can find call processing options. Make sure you choose a standard call style that supports subscriber image output. Some third-party themes may ignore contact system avatars.
Why can't the photo be displayed?
It is also worth checking the permissions for the phone application.
- 📞 Open "Settings» → «Annexes» → «Application management».
- 🔍 Find the Phone app (Blue tube icon).
- 🔐 Go to "Permissions».
- ✅ Make sure that access to “Contacts” and “Storage” is allowed.
Solving problems with loading and displaying avatars
If after all the manipulations, the photo never appeared, maybe the problem lies in the cache of the system or the conflict of duplicate contacts. Duplicates are a common problem when migrating data. The system can show a photo for one record, while the incoming call goes to another, hidden record with the same number.
Use the built-in Connectivity feature. In Contacts, click on the menu and select "Combine duplicates." The system will automatically find the entries with the same numbers and suggest combining them into one card with a full set of data and photos.
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Combining duplicate contacts is the most effective way to solve the problem of missing avatars when incoming calls.
In rare cases, resetting the settings of the contact applications helps.
Settings → Applications → All applications → Contacts → Resetting settings →This operation is secure for your data as it is stored in a separate database, but will return the display settings to factory values.
Additional opportunities for personalization of calls
Xiaomi 10 Pro owners can go beyond static images. MIUI shell allows you to install video beeps or animated call themes. To do this, special packages are available in the GetThemes store that replace the standard call interface.
You can also customize different sounds and photos for different contact groups, such as for Family, set a bright photo and a loud ringtone, and for Work, a strict image, grouping contacts in the Contacts app through the Groups menu.
⚠️ Attention: Set heavy video theme can increase battery consumption when incoming calls. Watch the charge level if you use animated avatars.
Experiment with settings to make your smartphone as comfortable as possible. The unique feature of the Xiaomi 10 Pro is to support HDR10+ when displaying photos of contacts, which makes the colors on the screen as rich and realistic as possible.