Transfer of applications to SD-Xiaomi Redmi 5: A Complete Guide to Error Solutions

Why Redmi 5 can’t move apps to the same place SD-map?

Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 5 often face the problem of lack of internal memory, especially if the device has many applications or games. SD-But in the MIUI (Xiaomi’s branded shell, this process has its own nuances, which are not always obvious to users.

The main difficulty is that not all applications support external storage, due to Android restrictions and developer policies, such as system applications (such as Google Play Services or MIUI Security) are often blocked from moving, and even if the option is available, some features may not work properly after the transfer, such as widgets will stop updating and notifications will arrive with a delay.

Another common problem is that Redmi 5 does not recognize the problem. SD-The card is an internal memory (Adoptable Storage function), which limits the transferability. In this article, we will discuss all available methods, including workarounds for system applications, configuring the map as internal storage (if possible), and alternative methods of freeing up memory.

Preparation SD-Maps: Formatting and Selection of File System

Before transferring applications, it is necessary to prepare correctly SD-It depends on whether you can use it as an extension of internal memory or just to store files. 5 supported by maps up to 256 GB, but it is recommended to use class models UHS-I (U1/U3) steady-work.

You will need to:

• 📱 Xiaomi Redmi 5 with administrator rights (root is not mandatory, but expands the capabilities of the smartphone).
• 💾 SD-card with a volume of 16 GB (preferably 32 GB)+ application).
• 🔌 Card reader for backup data (if the card has already been used).

By default, MIUI offers two formatting options:

1. Portable storage: The card is used as a removable drive (photo, music, documents) and cannot be moved to it.
2. Internal Storage – The card becomes part of the system (Adoptable Storage function) and allows you to transfer applications, but the card will be encrypted and will not be read on other devices.

Important! If you choose the Internal Storage option, the card will be formatted in ext4 (or f2fs) and cannot be read on a PC without special utilities, and after extracting the card, some applications may stop working.

Method 1: Transfer applications through standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in MIUI tools. It is suitable for most user applications (such as WhatsApp, Facebook, games), but does not work for system ones.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the app you want to migrate (like Google Maps).
3. Click on Warehouse.
4. If the option is active, tap the Change button and select SD-map.
5. Confirm the transfer and wait for the process to be completed (may take a few minutes).

If the Change button is inactive or absent, this means that:

• 🚫 The application does not support transfer (most often these are system utilities).
• 🔒 SD-The card is formatted as a portable storage (reformatted).
• 📵 There is not enough space on the map (at least 1.5-2 is required).× size).

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If the application has become slower after transfer, try to clear its cache in the settings or return it back to internal memory. SD-Cards are lower than the built-in storage.

Method 2: Use of the SD-The card is an internal memory (adoptable storage)

If your Redmi 5 is running Android 6.0+, You can try to do it. SD-It's part of the internal storage, and it allows you to transfer almost any application to it, but it has some limitations:

⚠️ Note: Once formatted as internal memory, the card cannot be used on other devices without completely erasing the data, and it can slow down if the card is slow (class below). U1).

How to turn on Adoptable Storage:

1. Put it in. SD-slot-card.
2. Go to Settings. → Warehouse.
3. Tap it on. SD-map and select Settings (⋮) → Formatting as an internal storage.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the formatting to be completed (it can take up to 10 minutes).
5. After the device is restarted, the card will be displayed as part of the internal memory.

You can now migrate applications through Settings → Applications as described in Method 1.

• 🔄 Not all apps will work consistently (especially instant messengers and online games).
• 🔋 The card will be constantly active, which can increase battery consumption.
• 🚨 When you remove the map, the application will stop working on it.

Method 3: Porting applications with ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a tool for debugging Android devices, which allows you to forcibly migrate even those applications for which the option is blocked in the interface.

You will need to:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB Redmi 5 (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 💾 SD-a card formatted as an internal storage (see Method 2).

Instructions:

1. Connect Redmi 5 to your PC and allow debugging.
2. Open the command line (cmd) and enter:

adb devices

(Your device should be displayed.)

1. Find out the batch name of the application (for example, for Facebook it is com.facebook.katana), this can be done through the App Inspector or the Google Play site (the application URL contains its ID).
2. Run the command to transfer:

adb shell pm move-package com.facebook.katana /sdcard

1. If the command is successful, the application will be moved. Check in Settings → Applications.

Critical information: Some applications (e.g. Google Play Store or MIUI Home) will not work after a forced transfer.

Problem Solving: Why are apps not portable or not working properly?

Even after successful transfer, you may encounter errors, and let's look at the most common problems and their solutions:

If the application is unstable after transfer, try:

• 🔄 Clear the cache and application data in the settings.
• 📥 Reinstall the application (sometimes this resets portability errors).
• 🔙 Return it to your internal memory and re-transfer it.

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If SD-The card is used as an internal storage, regularly back up data. If the system crashes or the card is removed without properly disabling, you can lose all the transferred applications.

Alternative ways to free up memory in Redmi 5

If the applications are transferred SD-The card did not solve the problem of memory shortage, consider alternative methods:

• 🧹 Cache Clearing: Go to Settings → Warehouse → Clear the cache. This can free up up to 1 to 3 GB of space.
• 🗑️ Remove Unnecessary Files: Use the Built-in Cleanup App (MIUI Security) for garbage retrieval.
• ☁️ Cloud Storage: Move photos and videos to Google Photos or Mi Cloud.
• 🔄 Factory reset: Extreme measure, but effective if the system is clogged with unnecessary data.

You can also use applications to optimize memory, for example:

• Files by Google helps you find and remove duplicate files.
• SD Maid – Clears residual files after deleting applications.
• AppMgr III is an alternative to the standard application manager with advanced portability functions.

If you frequently install heavy games (like PUBG or Call of Duty), consider using an external drive via OTG. Connect a flash drive or hard drive to Redmi 5 via an adapter and install games directly on it (some launchers, like Xbox Game Pass, support this option).

FAQ: Frequent questions about transferring applications to SD-map 5