How to quickly transfer contacts from Xiaomi to Samsung: all the working ways

The transition from Xiaomi to Samsung is not only about changing the ecosystem, but also about moving personal data. Contacts are often a major headache: losing them can take hours to recover. Fortunately, there are at least 5 reliable ways to transfer a phone book between devices, from standard Android features to dedicated utilities.

Many users mistakenly believe that this requires a computer or complex manipulation of files, but in fact, 90% of the methods work directly from the phone, without any additional devices, the main thing is to choose the best option depending on the volume of contacts, the availability of the Internet and phone models. For example, owners of Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 and Samsung Galaxy S23 synchronization through Google Account is suitable, and for old devices without access to the network – transfer through the Internet. SIM-map.

In this article, we will analyze each method taking into account the nuances:

• 🔄 Google Sync is the fastest and most versatile way to sync (on 99% of devices).
• 📱 Transfer through SIM-card – for devices without the Internet or with a small number of contacts.
• 🔵 Bluetooth transmission – if you have nothing at hand but the phones themselves.
• 📁 Exports/imports through VCF-file - for backup and mass transfer.
• 🌐 Third-party applications (e.g. ShareMe or Send Anywhere) – when standard methods don’t work.

⚠️ Note: If the encryption of contacts is enabled on Xiaomi (Contact Protection function in the MIUI), Before transferring, turn it off in Settings. → Annexes → Contacts → Privacy: otherwise, the data may not be exported.

1. synchronize contacts through Google Account

This is a priority method for most users, as it does not require additional devices and works on any Android smartphone, the main condition is the presence of an active Internet connection on both phones.

On Xiaomi, the default contacts can be stored in local memory or in your Mi Account to transfer them:

1. Open the Contacts app on Xiaomi.
2. Sign in to the same Google Account you use on Samsung.

On Samsung:

1. Add the same Google Account if you don’t already have one.

Contacts will appear on Samsung within 5-10 minutes (depending on internet speed).

• 🔌 Connection to Wi-Fi/mobile data on both devices.
• 🔄 In the settings of the Google account is enabled contact synchronization (Settings) → Google → Synchronization of the account).
• 📱 On Xiaomi in Settings → Accounts. → Google has no authorization errors.

2. Transfer of contacts via SIM-card

This method is suitable for small number of contacts (up to 250) or when there is no access to the Internet. SIM-The card only stores names and numbers – photos, email and other data will be lost.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Put it in. SIM-Xiaomi slot card (if it is already in Samsung, use an adapter or second phone).
2. Open Contacts. → three-point (⋮) → Contact management → Imports/Exports.
3. Select Export on Export SIM-map → Check the contacts you need (or click Select All).
4. Confirm export. The process can take 1-3 minutes depending on the number of records.

Now move it. SIM-mapping:

1. Open Contacts. → three-point (⋮) → Settings → Contact management.
2. Tap Import with SIM-map → Select Google Account or Saving Device.
3. Wait until the import is complete.

⚠️ Note: On some Samsung models (e.g. Galaxy) A54) importation SIM-The cards may duplicate contacts. Before transferring, check if the numbers are already stored in the phone memory.

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If SIM-The card is not readable on Samsung, try clearing its contacts before importing: Settings → Management SIM-map → Contacts SIM → Delete everything.

3. Transfer of contacts over Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a universal protocol that works even on the oldest smartphones, but it has two serious drawbacks:

1. The transmission is carried out in one contact (mass transfer is not possible).
2. Not all contact fields are supported (e.g., email or address may not be transmitted).

How to transfer contacts:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both phones (Settings → Connections → Bluetooth).
2. Make devices visible to everyone (on Xiaomi: Bluetooth Settings → Visibility)
3. On Xiaomi, open Contacts, select the contact you want → Share → Bluetooth.
4. Select Samsung from the list of devices and confirm the transfer on both phones.

To speed up the process, you can use batch shipping (if supported):

• 📌 On Xiaomi in Contacts, click three dots (⋮) → Choose. → mark a few contacts.
• 📲 Tap to share. → Bluetooth → Choose Samsung.

4.Exports and imports through VCF-file

The.vcf file (vCard) is a universal standard for storing contacts.

• 📄 Stores all fields (name, phone, email, address, photo).
• 💾 You can store it on any medium (cloud, flash drive, email).
• 🔄 Supported by all smartphones, including iPhone.

Exports to Xiaomi:

The file will have a type name. contacts_20260515.vcf. Now it needs to be sent to Samsung:

• 📎 via email (send the file to your email address).
• ☁️ Google Drive, Mi Cloud, Samsung Cloud).
• 📁 Through cable. OTG memory-card.

Imports to Samsung:

Turn off battery optimization for the Contacts app on both phones|Check the free space on Samsung (VCF-The file can weigh up to 100 MB)|Make sure that Xiaomi has hidden files enabled (if you are looking for them). VCF manually)|Make a backup of your contacts on Xiaomi before exporting-->

5. Use of third-party applications

If standard methods fail (for example, due to synchronization failure or firmware incompatibility), specialized applications will come to the rescue.

1. Send Anywhere (🌐 [send-anywhere.com](https://send-anywhere.com))

• 📲 Transmit contacts, photos, videos and files without registration.
• 🔗 It works via Wi-Fi Direct (does not require internet access).
• 📊 Limit: Up to 10 GB per transmission.

How to use:

1. Install Send Anywhere on both phones.
2. On Xiaomi, select Send → Contacts → tick the right ones.
3. Create a 6-digit code or QR-code.
4. On Samsung, enter the code in the Receive field.

2. ShareMe (formerly Mi Drop)

• 📱 Xiaomi is developed, but it works on Samsung.
• 🔄 Supports mass communication of contacts.
• 📶 Requires connection to one Wi-Fi network.

3. CLONEit

• 📋 Not only does it carry contacts, but it also SMS, applications, settings.
• 🔌 It works via Wi-Fi Hotspot (no internet connection required).
• ⚠️ Can request root rights for full transfer.

⚠️ Note: When using CLONEit on Samsung with One UI 5.1+ You may need permission to install unknown applications (Settings) → Security → Install unknown applications).

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even when following instructions, users face difficulties.-5 errors and ways of eliminating them:

1. Contacts are not synced with Google

• 🔄 Check if synchronization is included in Settings → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of contacts.
• 🔌 Make sure that there are no restrictions on Xiaomi for Google Contacts in Settings → Annexes → Permits.
• 📱 Reboot both phones and try again.

2.When importing with SIM-The cards are missing contact photos

It's okay: SIM-The card doesn't save media files:

• Use it. VCF-file or Google Contacts.
• Manually copy photos from the folder /storage/emulated/0/DCIM/.thumbnails on Xiaomi.

3 Bluetooth does not find Samsung

4. VCF-The file does not open on Samsung

5 Apps like ShareMe don't see contacts

• 🔧 Give the application permission to access Contacts and Warehouse.
• 📱 Update the application to the latest version.
• 🔄 Restart the phone and try again.

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If none of the methods worked, try resetting the Contacts app cache to Xiaomi: Settings → Apps → App Management → Contacts → Storage → Clear the cache.

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