Personalizing the smartphone interface is not just a fashion nod, but a way to quickly navigate the call and message list. Xiaomi Redmi 10 Pro owners often face the need to assign a specific image to a subscriber to instantly recognize the caller without even looking at the name. The standard MIUI shell provides flexible tools for working with contacts, but the algorithm of actions may not be obvious to beginners.
There are several ways to fix the image: through the system “Call”, built-in “Contacts” app or third-party services like Google and Viber. Each method has its own features of synchronization and display on the lock screen. In this article, we will discuss all the options available in detail so that you can choose the most convenient for yourself.
It's important to understand that photo binding directly affects the usability of the device in everyday life. A properly configured visual identifier will help you keep an important call in mind and distinguish personal conversations from workers. Let's start tweaking your Redmi 10 Pro Step-by-step.
Preparation of images and format requirements
Before you go to the technical actions in the menu of the smartphone, you need to prepare the file itself. The quality of displaying the photo during the incoming call depends on the resolution of the source and its proportions. Android system, which runs MIUI, automatically crops images into a round or square format, which can lead to the cutting of important details of the face.
The best solution would be to use a photo in a vertical orientation with a resolution of at least 1080x1920 pixels. If you plan to put a group photo, make sure that the faces of the participants are in the center of the frame, which will allow the pruning algorithms to keep all the important people in the visible area.
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Use photos with a contrasting background – this will improve the readability of the image on the small screen during the call.
Supported file formats are standard for Android devices. You can upload images in JPG, PNG or WEBP. Heavy RAW or TIFF files may not be handled correctly when you try to install an avatar, so it is better to convert them in advance or use already compressed versions from the gallery.
⚠️ Please avoid using “live” wallpaper or GIF-Animations as a static photo contact, as a standard Xiaomi caller can only display the first frame or black screen.
Installation of photos through the standard Contacts app
The most reliable and traditional way to secure an image with a phone number is to use a native Google app or Xiaomi’s system book, which ensures that the photo will be displayed on all system services, including call history and messages.
To start, open the Contacts app on your desktop or app menu. Find the subscriber in your list or search the bar at the top of the screen. After opening your contact card, look at the top of the screen, where the gray plug or current photo is usually located.
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Click on the pencil icon to edit, or immediately on the camera icon if available. From the menu that opens, select the option "Add a photo" or "Change a photo." The system will suggest you choose the source: take a picture right now or choose from the gallery. After selecting the image, you will be asked to fram it by moving the frame.
The final step is to save the changes. Click Save in the top right corner or at the bottom of the screen. Now, when you call in from that subscriber, the Xiaomi Redmi 10 Pro screen will display the image you have installed.
Setup of the caller display via the Phone application
An alternative way is through the Phone app, which is responsible for making calls, which is convenient because it allows you to quickly add photos directly from recent calls without going to a separate address book.
Open the Phone app and go to the recent tab, find the number you want in the list, click on it to reveal details, or select the "i" icon next to the number, and the contact details menu that opens will again be editable.
Click on the current image or the "Change" button. If the contact is stored in the phone's memory, the system will allow you to select a photo. SIM-In this case, the system will suggest copying the contact to the memory of the phone or Google account to expand the functionality.
| Source of contact | Possibility of installation of photo | Synchronization |
|---|---|---|
| Phone memory | Complete. | Local. |
| Google account | Complete. | Cloud (automatic) |
| SIM-map | Limited/Not available | Absent. |
| Mi Account | Complete. | Xiaomi's Cloud |
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Contacts retained on SIM-The card often does not support adding photos directly to the Xiaomi device.
Using third-party messengers to install avatars
Modern users often communicate via Viber, WhatsApp or Telegram, and these apps have their own contact databases and can replace the caller’s system photo if the call is made via the Internet (VoIP) or if the application has the appropriate permissions.
In Viber, a photo is automatically pulled from a user profile if it is in your contact list within the app. To change it, you need to go to the chat with the person, click on his name at the top and select "Change" (if this is your contact) or just wait for synchronization. To force installation in the system call Xiaomi may require special permission.
In the settings of the Xiaomi Redmi 10 Pro itself, go to Settings → Apps → All apps → Contacts. It’s important to check permissions here. Make sure the Contacts and Phone app are allowed to read data from other apps if you want to see avatars from messengers on normal calls.
It's worth noting that messengers update photos regardless of the system ledger. If a person changes their WhatsApp avatar, you'll only have it updated after synchronization, but a standard call may have an old photo if you've rigidly fixed it through the contact menu before, and priority is usually given to the source that was installed last or has a higher priority in the system.
Solution: Photo is not saved or displayed
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where after all the manipulations, the image does not appear on the call screen. Most often the problem lies in duplicate contacts. The address book can have two entries with the same number: one in the memory of the phone, the other in Google, the system can display a photo from one record and take the call to another.
To solve this problem, use the unification function. In the Contacts app, click on the menu (three dots or stripes) and select Contact Management → Repeat Combination. This will link all the records about one person into a single card, and the photo will become universal.
⚠️ Note: If the photo is too large (more than 5 MB), the system can silently reject its saving without displaying an error message.
Another reason could be an overcrowded app cache. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps → Contacts. Select “Clean” and click “Clear Cache.” Don’t confuse it with “Clear All” or you may lose data if sync isn’t set up. After cleaning the cache, reboot Redmi 10 Pro.
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Synchronize Contacts and Photos with Google
To ensure that your installed photos don’t disappear when you change your phone or reset your settings, it’s critical to use cloud sync. Xiaomi Redmi 10 Pro is tightly integrated with Google services, making this process as simple as possible.
Make sure your Google account settings have contact sync enabled. Go to Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google. Search in the Contacts list and make sure the switch is active. When you add a new contact, always choose to save to your Google account instead of your phone memory.
Photos linked to your Google contacts are stored in the cloud, which means that if you lose your phone, just enter your username and password on the new device, and all the images on your contacts will be restored automatically, which is especially convenient for owners of the Android ecosystem.
You can check which contacts are synced through the web version at contacts.google.com. If you see your numbers and photos there, then the process was successful. If the photo is not on the site, then it is stored locally and risks being lost.