How to install a contact photo on Xiaomi Redmi 9A: 5 proven ways

Installing a contact photo on Xiaomi Redmi 9A seems like a simple task, but many users are faced with the nuances: avatars do not appear in calls, disappear after synchronization or simply do not save. In this article, we will analyze all working methods – from standard MIUI tools to bypassing restrictions through Google Account and third-party applications.

The Redmi 9A (M2006C3LG/M2006C3MII) is a lightweight version of MIUI without some of the features of Xiaomi’s flagship devices. For example, there is no built-in photo editor for contacts, and synchronization with Google Contacts can reset avatars. We tested all methods on MIUI 12.5-14 firmware (Android 10/11) – the instructions below are relevant for all versions.

Important: If you are using doubles SIM-Contacts, cards, photos can only be linked to one of them (usually to a contact). SIM1). This is a firmware limitation, but it can be bypassed – this is discussed in the section about Google Contacts.

1. Standard method: through the "Contacts" application

The most obvious method is editing the contact through the standard Contacts app (an icon with a human silhouette: MIUI on the Redmi 9A Sometimes it blocks the saving of photos for contacts tied to the SIM-map.

To avoid problems:

• 📱 Use contacts saved in your phone or Google Account memory, not on your phone. SIM-map.
• 🖼️ The photo should be in format JPEG or PNG permittingly 720×720 (otherwise MIUI will shrink it to an unreadable state).
• 🔄 After installing the avatar, restart your phone – this eliminates glitches with display in 80% of cases.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Contacts app (if it is not on the home screen, search through the swipe search down).
2. Find the right contact and tap it.
3. In the upper right corner, click on the pencil icon (Edit).
4. Slip the camera icon next to the contact name.
5. Select the source of the photo: Take a picture — if you want to take a picture of the person right now. Gallery — to select the finished image.

Ready.

Save.

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Critical feature of Redmi 9A: if the contact is saved SIM-The card, the photo will only be visible in the contact card, not when you call. This is a firmware restriction, and the only way to get around it is to transfer the contact to the phone memory or Google Account.

2. via Google Contacts: A Reliable Method for Double SIMs

If you use two of them SIM-If you use a card or switch between devices frequently, synchronizing contacts with a Google Account is the best solution, and this method ensures that avatars will be displayed both when calling and in instant messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram).

Advantages of the method:

• 🔄 Automatic synchronization between devices.
• 📞 Photos are displayed when incoming calls are even on SIM2.
• 🛡️ Backup of contacts to the cloud.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts → Google.
2. Make sure that the Contact Sync is enabled (the slider must be active).
3. Open the Google Contacts app (if not, download from the Play Market).
4. Find the right contact and tap it.
5. Click Change (Crimea icon).
6. Slip the camera icon next to the name.
7. Select a photo from the gallery or take a new photo.
8. Save the changes.

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If after synchronization, the photo does not appear in the standard Contacts app, clear the app cache: Settings → Apps → Contacts → Storage → Clear the cache.

Important: If the contact is duplicated (there is a phone memory and Google), MIUI can only show an avatar from one source.

⚠️ Note: Before syncing with Google, delete duplicate contacts via Settings → Contacts → Contact management → Connect contacts, otherwise the photo may disappear when the data is updated.

3.Use of Truecaller: to identify unknown numbers

The Truecaller app not only detects unknown numbers, but also allows you to set photos for contacts, even if they are saved to the user. SIM-It's the only way to make avatars show up when you call Redmi. 9A without transferring contacts to the phone memory.

How it works:

• 🔍 Truecaller replaces the standard incoming call interface.
• 🖼️ Photos of contacts are stored in the Truecaller cloud, so they are displayed even if the number is saved to the computer. SIM.
• 🌍 Truecaller database contains avatars for many business numbers (banks, delivery services).

Step-by-step:

1. Download Truecaller from Play Market.
2. Register (you will need a phone number for verification).
3. Open the app and find the right contact.
4. Slap it on and choose Edit.
5. Click on the camera icon next to the name and upload the photo.
6. Go back to Truecaller and turn on: Truecaller as a phone call app (in Calls section) and show contact photos.

Cons of the method:

• 📶 Truecaller consumes additional traffic to sync.
• 🔒 Some users are afraid of transferring contacts to the Truecaller cloud (you can turn off in the privacy settings).

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4. Problem Solving: Why Contact Photos Are Not Shown

If you have installed an avatar, but it does not show up when calling or in instant messengers, the reasons may be as follows:

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📵 Is not activated mode Save traffic in Settings → Connections → Data usage (it can block photo synchronization).
• 🔧 Are permissions for the application disabled Contacts: Settings → Annexes → Contacts → Permits Make sure the Warehouse and Camera are enabled.

5. Alternative applications for contact management

If standard methods are not satisfied, consider third-party applications with advanced functions for working with contacts:

To install photos via Contacts+:

1. Open the app and find a contact.
2. Slip it and select Edit.
3. Click on the camera icon at the top.
4. Select the source of the photo (gallery or camera).
5. Edit the image (you can add filters) and save it.

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The contact app side often offers features that are not available in MIUI: mass editing of avatars, creating groups with shared photos, integration with social networks.

6 How to transfer contacts from a photo from another phone

If you are switching to Redmi 9A from another smartphone and want to keep all your contacts avatars, use these methods:

Method 1: Through VCF-file (for Android)

1. On your old phone, export your contacts to a.vcf file (usually via Settings → Contacts → Import/Export).
2. Transfer the file to Redmi 9A (via Bluetooth, email, or cloud).
3. Open the file – the system will prompt you to import contacts with the photo.

Method 2: Through Google Account

1. On your old phone, sync your contacts with Google (enable sync in your account settings).
2. On Redmi 9A, add the same Google Account and enable contact sync.
3. The photo will be automatically transferred (it can take up to 10 minutes).

Method 3: Through SIM-card (without photo)

⚠️ Note: when transferring contacts through SIM-This method is only suitable for numbers and names. VCF or Google Account.

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If, on importation, VCF-Photo file is not displayed, try to open the file through the Contacts app+ — It's better at handling avatars.

FAQ: Frequent questions about photos of contacts on Redmi 9A