How to turn on screen broadcast (Screen Share) on Xiaomi: all the ways and nuances

What is Screen Share on Xiaomi and Why You Need It

The Screen Share feature on Xiaomi smartphones allows real-time transmission of images from the device’s display to other gadgets – TVs, monitors, projectors or even computers – an indispensable tool for presentations, watching movies on the big screen, streaming games or sharing content.

Unlike simply duplicating the screen through HDMI-adapter, wireless broadcast Miracast/Google Cast works wirelessly but requires compatible devices. On Xiaomi, this feature is integrated into firmware. MIUI It is available on most models, from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Xiaomi. 14 But her work depends on the version. MIUI, regional settings and even router models.

It is important to understand that Screen Share ≠ You can't control your phone from another device, you can only broadcast a picture. You'll need to have full control of the phone, like TeamViewer or AnyDesk.

Supported devices and requirements

Not all Xiaomi smartphones support Screen Share the same way.

• 📱 Models with MIUI 12 Full support for Miracast and Google Cast (including Redmi Note) 10/11/12, POCO F3/F4/F5, Xiaomi 11/12/13/14).
• 📺 Devices-receivers: TVs with Android TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi TV), Samsung Smart TV (2016+), LG WebOS (2018+), prefix NVIDIA Shield or Xiaomi Mi Box.
• 📶 Network conditions: Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (preferably at 5 GHz for minimal delays).
• ⚠️ Restrictions: On some models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) The function may be missing due to hardware limitations of the Wi-Fi chip.

If your smartphone doesn’t support Miracast, the alternative is to use Google Home (for Chromecast) or third-party apps like ApowerMirror, but they can cause delays of up to 200-500ms, which is critical for gaming.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI Global Stable for Europe Screen Share may be blocked due to Google’s licensing restrictions, in which case switching the region in settings or installing the system will help. MIUI EU ROM.

Method 1: Enable Screen Share through the notification panel

The fastest way to activate the broadcast is to use the Quick Settings Panel, which works on most devices with MIUI 12-15:

1. Swipe your finger down from the top of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Swipe down again to turn the full panel around.
3. Find the "Screen Share" button. If it's not there, press it. ⚙️ Edit and add it manually.
4. You tap the button. The system will start looking for available broadcast devices.
5. Select your target device from the list (like your Xiaomi Mi TV A2).
6. Confirm the connection on both devices (entry may be required) PIN-code).

If the Screen Share button is missing even after editing the panel, it means that your model does not support the feature at the firmware level.

⚠️ Note: Some Samsung TVs need to manually enable Screen Mirroring mode in settings to successfully connect → Connection devices. Without that, Xiaomi won't find TV list of available devices.

Turn off VPN on your smartphone |Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network |Update MIUI firmware to the latest version |Close resource-intensive applications (games, videos) |Check battery power (minimum 30%)

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Method 2: Configure via the Connections and Sharing menu

If you don't have fast access, you can turn on Screen Share through the basic system settings, which is suitable for devices with MIUI 13/14, where the function is hidden deeper:

1. Open the settings (cog icon on the desktop).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (or Connect and Sharing on some firmware).
3. Select Screen Transfer (or Screen Share in English).
4. Activate the slider at the top of the screen.
5. Wait until the system finds the available devices, and choose the right one.

On some models (e.g. Xiaomi 12T), the path may be different: Settings → Display → Screen broadcast. If there is no partition, then your firmware does not support the function at the software level.

Critical feature: On devices with MIUI for China (CN ROM), the Screen Share feature may be called “wireless” and requires a link to a Mi Account account in China to activate it.

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If the TV doesn't show up on the list, try rebooting the router. Sometimes the problem is conflicts. IP-Addresses, especially if there are many connected devices on the network.

Method 3: Using Google Cast for Chromecast and Android TV

If your TV or console supports Google Cast (e.g. Chromecast, NVIDIA Shield or Xiaomi Mi TV with Android TV), you can use the built-in Transmit feature (in older versions – Cast):

1. Make sure the target device (such as Chromecast) is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the smartphone.
2. Open an app that supports live streaming (like YouTube, Google Photos, or Netflix).
3. Slip on the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
4. Select your device from the list.
5. To broadcast the whole screen (not just video) use the system function: Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Broadcast → Google Cast

Note that Google Cast is more stable than Miracast, but can cause up to 300ms delays when streaming games.

Alternative methods: if Screen Share does not work

If built-in features fail to work, use one of these methods:

• 📱 ApowerMirror: An app for mirroring the screen over Wi-Fi or USB. Supports PC management, but requires client installation on both devices.
• 💻 Scrcpy: Wireless streaming to a computer with control. Works through ADB, It needs to be set up.
• 📺 Mi Home + Mi TV: If you have a Xiaomi ecosystem, you can sync devices through the Mi Home app (requires a Mi Account account).
• 🔌 HDMI-Adapter: For models with support USB-C → HDMI (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, for example, is minimal, but you need a wire.

Each of these methods has limitations, like Scrcpy doesn't support default audio, and ApowerMirror adds a watermark to the free version, depending on your task:

Common mistakes and their solutions

When using Screen Share on Xiaomi, users often face some problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

• 🔍 Device not found: Check that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not the guest!).Reboot router. On Samsung TVs, turn Screen Mirroring on manually.
• 🚫 Connection interrupted: Turn off VPN and Adblocker - they can interfere with data transfer, also check if the network is congested (for example, downloads are on the PC).
• 🎵 No sound: When broadcasting via Miracast, the sound is automatically transmitted; if it is not, check the volume on the TV or use external speakers. In Google Cast, sound can only come from an application (for example, YouTube).
• 🐢 Strong lags: Switch the router to 5 GHz (in router settings). Close background apps on your smartphone. POCO, Turn off Performance Mode in Battery Settings.
• 🔒 Required. PIN-code, but it is not on the screen: On some Xiaomi TVs PIN It is displayed only after pressing the button. OK If there's no code, try 0000 or 1234.

⚠️ Note: On smartphones with MIUI 14 and later, when you first connect to the TV, you may be asked to allow access to the Warehouse and Microphone.

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If the broadcast is constantly interrupted, try connecting to the router via cable (if it is a PC or a computer). TV-Wireless interference is the main reason for the unstable operation of Screen Share.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Screen Share on Xiaomi