How to quickly and safely transfer photos from Xiaomi Redmi 4X to your computer

Transferring photos from Xiaomi Redmi 4X to your computer seems like a simple task — until you encounter connection errors, slow speeds or sudden crashes. This model, released in 2017, is still in use, but its MIUI 9/10 firmware (and on custom builds — and newer) has features with USB and wireless protocols that can complicate the process.

In this article, we will analyze 5 working ways to transfer photos - from the classic USB-We'll also talk about how to avoid the typical problems, from the lack of response of the PC to the loss of image quality during transmission. 4X s USB 2.0) and data safety – no one wants to lose valuable images due to incorrect action.

If you've tried to copy files before and you've got a "Device Unrecognized" or "MTP Unsupported" error, you'll find solutions here. And for those looking for the fastest way to do that, you'll immediately go to the cloud service section, which is often easier than messing with cables.

Method 1: Transmission through USB-cable (classical method)

The most obvious, but not always the most reliable way, is to connect Redmi 4X to a PC via the original Micro-USB cable. The problems here are due to drivers, connection mode or physical wear of ports. Let's take a step-by-step look at how to do it correctly.

The first thing you need to check is the connection mode on the phone, and by default, MIUI can set Charge Only, which does not allow you to transfer files, to change it:

1. Connect your phone to your PC with a cable.
2. Swipe down the notification bar on Redmi 4X.
3. Please contact the notification "Charging through" USB" (or "USB-connection").
4. Select "File Transfer" (MTP).

If this item is missing or the PC still can not see the phone, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🔌 Unoriginal cable: cheap cables often don't support data transfer, just charging. Try another cable.
• 🖥️ There are no drivers: on Windows 7/10 You may need to install Mi PC Suite or drivers ADB.
• 📱 Lock connector: check the port on your phone for debris or damage.

For Windows users: If your device is identified as “Unidentified”, download Mi PC Suite or manually install drivers through Device Manager (select "Update Driver" → "Perform a search on this computer" → "Select from the list" → "MTP-device").

Use the original Micro-USB | Check the phone port for damage | Update MTP drivers on PC | Select File Transfer mode in notifications-->

⚠️ Note: If you are connecting to Redmi 4X Mac, you will need to install Android File Transfer – standard macOS tools do not support MTP.

After successful connection:

1. Open "This Computer" (or "My Computer" in Windows 7).
2. Find the Redmi 4X device in the list of disks.
3. Go to Internal Storage → DCIM → Camera (or Pictures if the photo is saved in the gallery).
4. Copy files on your PC (it is recommended to create a separate folder for backup).

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Method 2: Wireless transmission over Wi-Fi (without cables)

If USB-The port on your phone or PC is damaged, or you just want to avoid wires, Wi-Fi transmission is a great alternative. 4X There are two reliable options: FTP-server or specialized applications such as Send Anywhere.

Method 1: Built-in FTP-server (without third-party applications)

MIUI has a hidden FTP feature that allows you to access your phone files via your browser or PC file manager:

1. Connect Redmi 4X and PC to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the phone, open File Manager.
3. Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → "FTP".
4. Start the server and write down the address of the view ftp://192.168.x.x:xxxx.
5. On PC, open "This Computer" → paste the address in the address bar → press Enter.

Method 2: Send Anywhere Appendix

If FTP seems complicated, use Send Anywhere (available on Google Play):

• 📱 Install the app on Redmi 4X and launch it.
• 🖥️ Open the web version of send-anywhere.com on PC.
• 🔑 On the phone, select a photo. → Generate a 6-digit code.
• ⬇️ Enter this code on the site and download the files.

The advantage of Send Anywhere is that there are no limits on file size (unlike email or instant messengers), and the transfer speed depends only on your Wi-Fi. However, for a large number of photos (for example, 500+ pictures), it is better to use USB or the cloud - FTP can "hang".

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If Wi-Fi transmission is interrupted, try connecting your phone to the router via an Ethernet cable using the USB-This stabilizes the connection.

Method 3: Cloud Services (Google Photos, Mi Cloud, Yandex Drive)

Cloud storage is the most versatile way, especially if you need to sync photos regularly or have access to them from multiple devices. 4X fit:

How to upload photos to Google Photos:

1. Install the Google Photos app from the Play Market.
2. Open it and log in to your Google account.
3. Enable "Backup and Synchronization" in the settings.
4. Select “High Quality” (unlimited storage) or “Original Quality” (place counter).
5. Wait until the download is complete (you can track the progress in notifications).
6. On PC, open photos.google.com and download the photos you need.

Important for Redmi 4X: If you don’t have enough space on your phone, clear the gallery cache in Settings before uploading to the cloud → Apps → Gallery → Storage → Clear the cache.

Mi Cloud is convenient for Xiaomi owners because it is integrated into the system:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud.
• 🔒 Turn on the gallery sync".
• 🖥️ On PC, open i.mi.com and download files.

⚠️ Note: First sign in to Mi Cloud with Redmi 4X Confirmation may be required for SMS If you have two-factor authentication, backup codes.

Method 4: Transfer through a memory card (if installed)

If your Redmi 4X has a MicroSD slot, this method can be the fastest – card read speeds are often faster than USB 2.0 transmission.

• 📷 By default, the photos are stored in internal memory, not on a map:

Conductor

"Move"

MicroSD→USB

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Speed: Reading with MicroSD UHS-I can reach 80-90 MB/s (against) 10-15 MB/s USB 2.0).
• 🔄 Universality: the card can be inserted into any PC or laptop.