How to Send Notes from One Xiaomi to Another: All the Ways to Work

Transferring notes between Xiaomi smartphones seems like a simple task, as long as you don’t come across the nuances of MIUI. Unlike photos or contacts, standard notes (com.miui.notes) aren’t always synchronized automatically, and manual exporting can result in loss of formatting or attachments. This article covers all current transfer methods, from official (via Mi Account and Xiaomi Cloud) to alternative (via.xnb files, Google Drive or even Telegram).

We tested each method on devices with MIUI 14/15 (including Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13 Ultra and POCO F5) and identified key pitfalls, such as why notes might not be displayed in the cloud if they were created in incognito mode or how to circumvent the export limit of more than 50 notes at a time. If you need to migrate not only text but also attachments (photo, audio, checklists), look for sections about.zip archives and third-party applications.

1. synchronization through Mi Account (official method)

The most reliable method is to use built-in sync through your Xiaomi account, which works on all devices with MIUI 12 and later, but requires pre-configuration.

To enable synchronization:

1. Open the Notes app on the original smartphone.
2. Tap it on. ⋮ (three-point) → Settings → Synchronizing notes.
3. Sign in to your Mi Account (if not already authorized) and activate the Sync Notes switch.
4. Wait for the process to be completed (the cloud icon will appear in the upper right corner) ⛅).

On the second device:

• 📱 Sign up for the same Mi Account.
• 🔄 Enable synchronization in the "Notes" settings».
• ⏳ Wait 5-10 minutes – notes will appear automatically.

⚠️ Note: If the notes are not displayed, check: 🔌 Internet connection stability (synchronization only works via Wi-Fi or mobile data). 📅 Note creation date – old records (until 2020) may not be supported. 🔒 Incognito mode: notes created in it are not synchronized.

2. Export notes to.xnb or.zip file

If cloud sync is not available (e.g., due to region constraints or lack of internet), you can export notes manually,.xnb saves all formatting, and.zip adds attachments.

Instructions for export:

1. In the "Notes" app, select ⋮ → Export of notes.
2. Tick the required entries (or click "Select all").
3. Click Export and select the format:.xnb – text only and basic formatting..zip – text + attachments (photo, audio).

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Google Drive

For import on the second device:

• 📁 Copy the file via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, or cloud storage.
• 📥 In "Notes," click ⋮ → Import notes and select the downloaded file.
• ⚠️ If notes are not imported, check the integrity of the archive (unpack.zip manually).

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3. Transfer via Google Drive or other clouds

If you don’t use Mi Account, the alternative is to upload notes to Google Drive, OneDrive or Yandex.Disk, which is universal, but requires additional steps to save the structure of notes.

Step-by-step:

1. Export notes to.zip (as described in the previous section).
2. Upload the archive to the cloud: Google Drive → + → Download → Select a file
3. On the second device, download the file and import it through Notes.

Advantages of the method:

• 🌍 It works on any device (including iPhone or PC).
• 🔒 Security: Files are encrypted during transfer.
• 📦 Preserve investments (photo, audio, PDF).

⚠️ Note: When uploading to Google Drive via mobile data, keep track of traffic – an archive with notes can weigh hundreds of megabytes if they contain a lot of media files.

4. Transmission via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct

If both devices are nearby, you can transfer notes directly via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, which is suitable for a small number of records (up to 20-30 pieces), as there are speed and file size restrictions.

How do I tell you?

1. Export notes to.xnb or.zip.
2. Open the file manager (Files or Mi File Explorer).
3. Select the file, click Share → Bluetooth.
4. Select the target device from the list and confirm the transfer.

Limitations of the method:

Tip: To speed up the transfer of large archives, use Wi-Fi Direct (included in Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wi-Fi Direct).

5. Use of third-party applications

If Xiaomi's built-in tools don't suit you, you can use third-party services.

• 📝 Google Keep – syncs with Google Account, supports reminders and shared access.
• 📌 Evernote – retains formatting and attachments, but requires a subscription for full functionality.
• 💬 Telegram – Send notes to yourself in Save Messages and open on the second device.
• 📁 Simplenote – a minimalist application with support for tags and versions of notes.

How to transfer notes through Google Keep:

1. Copy the text of the note from the Xiaomi Notes app.
2. Insert it in a new note in Google Keep.
3. On the second device, log in to the same Google account – the note is synced automatically.

⚠️ Note: When copying through the clipboard, formatting (greater text, lists, color highlights) is lost.To preserve the structure, export notes to.xnb and import them to Evernote via the file import function.

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If the note contains tables or complex formatting, take a picture of the screen (screenshot) and send it as an image via Telegram or WhatsApp.

6.Transfer notes from a blocked or broken Xiaomi

If the original device is not turned on, locked or has a damaged screen, but the files on it are intact, you can extract notes through ADB (Android Debug Bridge) or a backup of MIUI.

Method 1: Through ADB (required USB-pre-debugging):

adb pull /data/data/com.miui.notes/databases/notes.db


adb pull /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/Notes/

Notes.db contains the text of notes, and Notes/ contains media attachments. Use SQLite Browser to view the database.

Method 2: Through MIUI backup:

• 🔄 If you have previously created a backup in the settings → The phone. → Backup, restore it to a new device.
• 📂 Notes are stored in a folder /MIUI/backup/AllBackup/ — copy it to the PC and extract the data using 7-Zip.

Important: If USB-The debugging was not enabled in advance, these methods will not work. In this case, contact the Xiaomi service center to retrieve data from the damaged device.

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

When you move notes, you have a typical problem, and here's how to solve them:

If none of these methods worked, try:

• 🔄 Reinstall the Notes app through Settings → Annexes → Delete the data.
• 📧 Write in support of Xiaomi through Settings → Revocation.
• 🛠️ Use alternative applications (e.g. Notion or OneNote).

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Before any notes are transferred, back up – even official methods sometimes fail.

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