The PiP technology on the Xiaomi Mi TV 9 allows you to view two content sources simultaneously — for example, watching a movie in the main window and following the news in a small pop-up. This feature is especially useful for multitasking when you need to control several streams of information.
In this article, we will discuss all available ways to include floating windows on the Mi. TV 9 (including Mi models) TV 9A, Mi TV 9S and other modifications of 2020-2026), consider the limitations of the system, and give recommendations for optimizing the function. MIUI TV, which allow you to expand the capabilities of PiP through third-party applications.
What is a PiP and why is it needed on Xiaomi Mi TV 9?
Picture-in-Picture (PiP) is a display mode in which one window is superimposed on top of another. On Xiaomi Mi TV 9, it is implemented at the MIUI TV level and is supported by most embedded applications (YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video) and digital TV (DVB-T2).
- 📺 Watching TV + Streaming: Follow the news in a small window while the movie is on the big screen.
- 🎮 Games + Chat: play cloud games (e.g. Xiaomi Game Center) and see notifications from instant messengers at the same time.
- 📱 Duplication of the smartphone screen: broadcast the screen of the Xiaomi smartphone in a floating window through the Mi Screen Mirroring.
- 🔍 Monitoring: Keep the window with the camera (Mi Home) open while watching other content.
It is important to understand that the PiP on the Mi TV 9 has hardware limitations: you can open only one floating window at a time, and its size and position are fixed (you can not drag freely across the screen, like on Android smartphones).
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The official way to turn on PiP on Mi TV 9
The easiest way to activate floating windows is through embedded apps, and the algorithm works for YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video and digital TV.
- Open an app that supports PiP (like YouTube).
- Run the video playback.
- Press the Home button on the remote – the video will automatically fold into a floating window.
- Go back to the main menu and select another source (such as a TV channel or other app).
To close the floating window, select it with the remote and press OK, then select Close.
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⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Disney)+ or IVI) They can block the PiP due to restrictions. DRM. In this case, the video will not fold into a floating window, but will simply close.
PiP for Digital TV (DVB-T2)
If you are watching on-air or cable TV through the built-in Mi TV 9 tuner, the floating window can be activated as follows:
- Switch to any channel.
- Press the Menu button on the remote.
- Select PiP (or Double Window in some firmware).
- In the menu that appears, select a second source (e.g. HDMI 1 or an app).
You can change the size of the floating window by highlighting it and pressing the Increase/Decrease button (usually +/- on the remote).
| Window size | Relationship of parties | Recommended use |
|---|---|---|
| Small. | 16:9 (320×180 px) | News channels, chat rooms |
| Average. | 16:9 (480×270 px) | Sports broadcasts, streams |
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⚠️ Note: When using a PiP with a TV tuner, the interface may slow down due to the high load on the processor. If the image starts to slow down, reduce the size of the floating window or close the background applications.
How to enable PiPs for third-party applications (a workaround)
Officially, Xiaomi limits PiP support to pre-installed apps only, but there is a way to get around this restriction with the Screen Mirroring feature.
- On a Xiaomi smartphone (or other Android device), open the app you want to stream in a floating window.
- Activate Screen Mirroring mode in the settings of the TV: Settings → Connection and Sharing → Screen Mirroring.
- On your smartphone, select Mi TV 9 from the list of available devices.
- After connecting, turn the broadcast on the TV into a floating window with the Home button.
This method works for any application, including Twitch, VK Videos, or even games.
Screen Mirroring Limitations in PiP
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If the floating window is slowing down, try reducing the resolution of the stream from your phone in the Screen Mirroring settings (select 720p instead of 1080p).
Advanced PiP settings via ADB (for power users)
For those who are willing to dive into the technical details, there is a way to unlock additional PiP features through ADB (Android Debug Bridge).
- 🔧 Change the position of the floating window (shift it to the corners of the screen).
- 📏 Change window size beyond standard values.
- 🚫 Disable restrictions on non-PiP-supported applications.
Instructions:
- Turn on USB Debugging on your TV: Settings → About TV → Software Version (click 7 times on the line with the version until the message “You are a developer” appears). Then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging on USB.
- Connect your TV to your PC via USB (use USB 3.0 port for stability).
- Open the command line on your PC and execute: Adb devices Make sure the device is defined.
- Enter the command to unlock the extended PiP: adb shell settings put global pip_expanded_mode 1
- Reboot the TV.
After that, additional options will appear in the PiP settings, for example, to move the window to the upper left corner, use:
adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.PIP_RESIZE -e position 0,0,400,225⚠️ Attention: Wrong commands ADB You can crash the interface or even "brick" the TV. Before experimenting, back up your settings in Settings. → System system → Backup.
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ADB-The teams allow you to customize the PiP, but you need to be careful, and we recommend that you test the changes one by one and fix the working settings.
PiP Problems on Mi TV 9 and Their Solutions
Despite the convenience, users often face difficulties when working with floating windows.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| PiP is not switched on | The app does not support the mode | Use Screen Mirroring or update the app |
| The window brakes. | High load on the processor | Reduce window size or close background tasks |
| No sound in the floating window | Conflict of audio streams | Press Menu → Sound settings → Select the source |
| The window disappears by itself. | Automatic closing in case of inaction | Turn off your sleep timer in Settings → Energy saving |
If the floating window does not respond to the remote, try:
- Reboot the TV (hold the power for 10 seconds).
- Reset the remote settings: Settings → Reset remote → Reset.
- Update the firmware: Settings → About TV → Update the system.
Alternatives to PiP: split screen and external devices
If the built-in PiP doesn’t suit you, consider alternative solutions:
- 🖥️ Split screen through HDMI: Connect to the Xiaomi Mi Box TV or NVIDIA Shield and use their multitasking features. For example, on the Mi Box, you can run two apps side by side.
- 💻 PC + TV: Connect your laptop to the Mi TV 9 down HDMI And use multitasking modes. Windows/macOS (Like Win. + Split screen arrow).
- 📱 Mobile apps: Some streaming services (like Twitch) support PiP on your smartphone – stream them to TV via Screen Mirroring.
For game consoles (such as Xbox or PlayStation), floating windows are not available, but you can use picture-in-picture mode via external devices like the Elgato HD60 (to capture video from the console and overlay it to another source).