How to transfer data from Android to Xiaomi Redmi Note 9: 5 proven ways

Switching to a new smartphone is always an exciting moment, especially when it comes to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 with its unique MIUI firmware. Many users face the problem: how to transfer all data from an old Android device so that you do not lose any contacts, photos, or important messages? In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods - from official Xiaomi tools to universal solutions that are suitable even for devices with a damaged screen.

The Redmi Note 9 is a feature that runs on MIUI, a proprietary shell that offers its own migration tools, but what if your old smartphone is from Samsung, Huawei or another brand? Or if you want to migrate not only standard data, but also application settings, call history or even Wi-Fi passwords? We tested all the ways and collected step-by-step instructions with Xiaomi nuances.

Important: Before you start porting, make sure that both devices have enough battery power (at least 50%) and the Redmi Note 9 has the latest version of MIUI installed. This minimizes the risk of crashes. If you migrate data from your device to Android 10 and below, some methods may require additional actions, we noted these points in the instructions.

1.The official way: Mi Mover by Xiaomi

Mi Mover is a built-in application from Xiaomi that is specifically designed to transfer data between devices to MIUI. It supports the transfer of contacts, messages, photos, videos, music, applications and even some system settings. The main advantage is that you do not need the Internet or a computer: data is transmitted directly over Wi-Fi.

To use Mi Mover, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Make sure the Redmi Note 9 has Mi Mover app installed (usually preinstalled).If it's not, download it from Google Play.
• 🔗 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network (or create an access point on an old smartphone).
• 📲 On Redmi Note 9, open Settings → The phone. → Data Transfer (Mi Mover).
• 📱 On the old device, run Mi Mover and select the role "Sender".
• 🔄 Follow the instructions on the screen: select data to transfer and confirm the transfer.

The process can take anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes depending on the amount of data, and if the transmission is interrupted, try repeating the process or using alternative methods.

⚠️ Note: If the old device is installed Android 11+, You may need to allow Mi Mover to access files manually through Settings → Annexes → Permits: Some Samsung or Huawei models will have to temporarily turn off the power saving for this app.

2. Transfer through Google Account (for contacts, calendar and mail)

If you only need to migrate contacts, calendar events, notes and email, the most reliable way is to sync through a Google account, which works on any Android device, including the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9, and does not require additional applications.

Instructions:

1. On your old smartphone, go to Settings → Accounts → Google and make sure that sync is enabled for Contacts, Calendar and other relevant data.

The data will start to automatically load onto the new device, which usually takes a few minutes, but if there are many contacts (over 5000), the process can be stretched.

⚠️ Note: If you are using two-factor authentication (2FA) for a Google account, before the data penos make sure you have backup codes or access to a confirmation device.Redmi Note 9 may require you to enter code from SMS or an authenticator application.

3. Transfer of photos, videos and documents via OTG cable

If you don’t have Wi-Fi access or want to transfer large files (e.g. video to the Internet) 4K or backup applications, the best way is to connect both devices via OTG-This method works even if the old smartphone has a damaged screen, but it is turned on and recognized by the system.

You'll need:

• 🔌 OTG-adapter USB-C Micro-USB depending on the port of the old device).
• 📱 Cable to connect an old smartphone to an adapter.
• 🔋 Charging at least 30% on both devices.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect. OTG-adapter for Redmi Note 9.
2. Connect your old smartphone to your adapter via cable.
3. Redmi Note 9 will be notified "USB-Device is connected. Click on it and select "File Transfer".
4. Open Explorer (or Files) on Redmi Note 9 and copy the folders you want (DCIM for photos, downloads, etc.) to internal memory or SD-map.

Transfer speed depends on the USB version: on the Redmi Note 9 with USB 2.0, it will be up to 480 Mbps, and if both devices support USB 3.0 - up to 5 Gbps.

Disable screen lock on the old device

Make sure there is enough space on the Redmi Note 9

Use the original cable (not cheap analogues)

Close background applications on both devices-->

4. Cloud services: Google Drive, Mi Cloud and others

If you don't. OTG-You can use cloud storage, or you prefer wireless methods. Xiaomi offers its own service, Mi Cloud, but it has a limit of 5 GB for free accounts. Alternatively, Google Drive (15 GB free) or Yandex Drive (10 GB).

Comparison of services:

Instructions for Google Drive:

1. On your old smartphone, install Google Drive (if not installed).
2. Upload the files you need to the cloud: open the application, click + → Download and select the files.
3. On Redmi Note 9, log in to the same Google account and download files via Google Drive.

For Mi Cloud:

1. On your old device, sign up for Mi Cloud (if not already registered) via Settings → Mi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Turn on synchronization for the desired data (contacts, photos, notes).
3. On Redmi Note 9, log in to the same Mi Account and wait for sync to complete.

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If you are transferring a high-resolution photo, turn on the “Original Quality” option in Google Photos (in the settings → “Save Photos and Videos”). This will prevent image compression.

5. Transfer applications and their data (including games)

Standard transfer methods (such as Mi Mover) are only copied. APK-App files, but not their data. If you need to save progress in games, messaging settings or logins in applications, additional steps will be required.

Methods of transferring data applications:

• 🎮 Games: Use built-in sync through Google Play Games or a developer account (e.g. Supercell) ID Clash of Clans).
• 💬 Messengers: WhatsApp, Telegram and Viber have a backup function to the cloud. For WhatsApp, this is Settings → chat → Backup copy.
• 📱 Any applications: Titanium Backup (requires root rights) or Swift Backup (for rootless devices).

For WhatsApp:

1. On an old smartphone, create a backup: Settings → Chat → Backup → Create a copy.
2. Install WhatsApp on Redmi Note 9 and sign in to the same account.
3. When you request, restore chats from Google Drive or local copy.

⚠️ Note: If you are transferring WhatsApp data from Android to Android, but there is a different version of the app between devices, you may need to update. 2.20.x, The Redmi Note 9 is installed 2.23.x, Backup may not recover. Update the messenger on both devices before transferring.

6. Transfer data from corrupted or blocked Android

If the screen of an old smartphone is broken, or it is locked with a pattern lock, but the device turns on, there are several ways to extract data:

• 🔌 Connecting to a PC: Use USB-cable MTP (If it was turned on earlier, on Windows, the device will appear as a removable disk.
• 🖥️ ADB (for experienced users: If the smartphone is enabled debugging USB, You can use the command: adb pull /sdcard/ C:\Backup\ Copy all files from internal memory.
• 📱 Reset via Mi Account: If your device has a Mi Account attached, you can unlock it via account.xiaomi.com (confirmation required by your device). SMS email).

If the screen is not working completely, but the smartphone is responding to the connection to the PC, try the following steps:

1. Connect the device to the computer.
2. In Device Manager (Windows), check if the smartphone is recognized.
3. Use programs like Dr.Fone or Mobikin Doctor to extract data (paid solutions, but with free trial versions).

For devices with a broken screen and debugging disabled, USB only calls to the service center, in some cases, you can connect the mouse over OTG (if the smartphone supports USB OTG) and control the device through it.

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If a locked device has Smart Lock enabled, try unlocking it through a trusted device or location. For example, if a trusted Bluetooth device (such as a smartwatch) has been previously added, connect it to a locked smartphone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about data portability on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9