How to quickly transfer the photo to SD-Map in the phone Xiaomi: all working methods

Transfer of photos to SD-map in Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi line and POCO) — The reason is obvious: internal memory is clogged and the memory card is left empty. MIUI There are 5 ways to move pictures, from manual copying to automatic saving settings, and in this article, we'll look at each method with the nuances of firmware and smartphone models.

It is important to understand that the process differs depending on the Android version and shell. MIUI. For example, in MIUI 14 on Android 13 has a new File Manager Explorer+, The older versions used the classic Explorer, and some models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) also used the same) SD-And the map can be set up as an internal memory, which changes the logic of the work.

Preparation: verification SD-maps and settings

Before transferring the photo, make sure that the memory card is correctly installed and recognized by the system. Plug it into the slot (most Xiaomi is a hybrid slot under the second SIM or separate – check the characteristics of the model).

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Warehouse.
• 🔍 Check if it's displayed. SD-map in the section "Storage devices".
• ⚙️ If the card is not determined, restart the phone or check it on another device.

If the card is recognized but not available for recording, it may be formatted in NTFS or exFAT. Xiaomi is optimal for FAT32 (up to 32 GB) or exFAT (over 32 GB) to reformat:

1. Connect the card to the PC through the card reader.
2. Open this computer (Windows), right-click on SD-map → "Format".
3. Choose FAT32 (if up to 32GB) or exFAT (if more).
4. Click "Start" and wait until it's finished.

⚠️ Attention: Formatting will delete all data from the card! If it has important files, copy them to your computer first.

2. Method 1: Transfer through a standard conductor

The easiest method is to use the built-in Explorer (or File Manager+ in newer versions of MIUI) that allows you to copy or move files without additional applications.

1. Open the Explorer app (the folder icon on the desktop).
2. Go to Images or DCIM → Camera (where the photo is stored).
3. Press and hold your finger on any photo, then mark the rest (or tap "Select All").
4. In the lower menu, select Move (or Copy if you want to leave the originals).
5. Go to section. SD-map (or External Storage), select a folder (for example, DCIM) and press "Insert".

If you don't have a DCIM folder on the map, create it: click "Create a folder" in the upper right corner and call it DCIM, which is important for the gallery to display the photo correctly.

⚠️ Note: If there is an error "Not enough space" when moving, check if the card is installed as internal memory. In this case, the transfer is possible only via a PC (see Method 4).

Method 2: Automatically save new photos SD-map

To save new photos to the memory card, change the camera settings. This is true for Xiaomi models with support for adoptable storage. SD-The card is used as an internal memory and without it:

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Swipe to the settings gear (or swipe left to the More section).
3. Select the "Save Place" (or Storage Location).
4. Indicate "SD-map" (if option is not available, see spoiler below).

If there is no “Save Place” item, then your model does not support saving on the site. SD-In this case, use Method 1 (Conductor) or Method 3 (Gallery).

After changing the settings, all new photos and videos will automatically be saved to the SD-Old files will remain in internal memory, and they need to be transferred manually.

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Automatic saving on SD-The card saves time, but doesn't work on all Xiaomi models. check for the option in the camera settings in advance.

Method 3: Transfer through the Gallery app

The Gallery app in MIUI allows you to not only view photos, but also manage their storage, which is convenient if you need to transfer only a part of the pictures (for example, for the last month).

1. Open the Gallery and go to the Camera album or All Photos.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → "Select".
3. Mark the desired photos (you can use a long tap gesture to highlight the range).
4. Slip on the folder icon (or "More" → "Move").
5. Choose. SD-map → destination folder (e.g, DCIM/Camera) → "Move it".

If the Move option is not available, update the Gallery app via Google Play or use Method 1 (Conductor).In some MIUI firmware, the port function is hidden, in which case resetting the gallery settings will help:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Gallery → Storage → Clear data

⚠️ Warning: After the gallery resets, all the albums and tags will be deleted, but the photos will remain in place.

5. Method 4: Transfer over a computer (for large volumes)

If you have to move thousands of photos (like cleaning up your memory before selling your phone), it's easier to use a computer. SD-The card is defined as internal memory and is not available for recording through a Explorer:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
• 📁 Card reader (if the phone does not recognize) SD-map).

Instructions for Windows:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB, select File Transfer (MTP) mode in the notification curtain.
2. Open this computer. → Find a Xiaomi device (e.g. Redmi Note 11).
3. Go to Internal Storage → DCIM → Camera (there are photos).
4. Copy files (Ctrl)+C and insert (Ctrl)+V) in the folder on SD-map (e.g., map, SD-map → DCIM → Camera).

If the phone is not displayed on the PC:

• 🔄 Reconnect the cable, try another one. USB-port.
• 🔧 Install Mi drivers PC Suite from the official Xiaomi website.
• 📱 On your phone, turn on Settings. → Additionally. → Developer mode → Debugging by USB.

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If you need to transfer a photo from the phone to SD-The card is on the PC, but the card is not visible, so take it out of your phone and put it in the card reader, so you can have direct access without restrictions. MIUI.

Method 5: Use of Third-Party Applications

If standard methods don’t work (for example, on custom firmware), use third-party file managers.

• 📂 Solid Explorer – supports cloud storage and FTP.
• 🗂️ FX File Explorer – convenient for packet transfer.
• 🔄 Files by Google – a simple interface with memory cleaning.

Example of transfer via Solid Explorer:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and give access to the files.
3. Go to /storage/emulated/0/DCIM/Camera.
4. Select the photo, click "Move" and select /storage/XXXX-XXXX/SD-map/DCIM (where XXXX-XXXX — ID your card).

The advantage of third-party applications is additional functions, for example:

• 🔍 Search for duplicate photos before transfer.
• 📊 Sorting by date/size.
• 🔒 Encrypting confidential images.

⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, ES Explorer) may request excessive permissions. Check reviews and rankings on Google Play before installing.

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

When transferring the photo to SD-Xiaomi users face typical problems. Let's look at the most common problems and how to fix them:

Critical information: Xiaomi models with Snapdragon 4xx chipset (e.g. Redmi 9A, POCO C31) may not support exFAT. In this case, use only FAT32 (maximum 32 GB).

If the photos are not displayed in the gallery after transfer, update the media base:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Gallery → Storage → Clear cache

FAQ: Answers to popular questions