How to transfer data from Huawei to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: 5 proven ways

The transition from Huawei to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is not only about changing the brand, but also the need to transfer all the important data: contacts, photos, messages and even app settings. Many users fear this process, thinking that it will take hours or lead to loss of information. In fact, transferring data between Android devices can be done in 15-30 minutes, if you know the right tools and nuances.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to migrate data, including official utilities (Mi Mover, Huawei Backup), cloud services and manual methods. Particular attention will be paid to the compatibility of formats between EMUI (Huawei firmware) and MIUI (Xiaomi), as well as the typical errors that can occur when transferring. If you want to save time and avoid losing files, read on.

⚠️ Before you start the transfer, make sure that the latest version is installed on the Redmi Note 10 Pro. MIUI. Old firmware (below) MIUI 12.5) may not support some Mi Mover features. → The phone. → Version. MIUI.

Preparation for transfer: what to do before the start

Data porting is not just about copying files, it's about preparing both devices, and if you skip this step, you run the risk of synchronization errors or losing some of the information.

• 🔋 Charge both phones to at least 50%.Transfer data via Mi Mover or cable can drain the battery by 20-30% in a process.
• 📶 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network (if you use wireless methods) and this will speed up the transfer and avoid a connection break.
• 🧹 Free up space on the Redmi Note 10 Pro. Make sure it has at least 10-15 GB of free space – this is enough for temporary files.
• 🔑 Remove the screen lock (PIN, A pattern lock is used on Huawei during the transfer. Some utilities (e.g. Mi Mover) require an unlocked device.

Also check what data you want to transfer. Make a list of priority files:

⚠️ Note: If Huawei account was used ID For backup, make sure you have access to it. Without it, it will be impossible to recover data from the Huawei Cloud on Xiaomi.

2. Method 1: Mi Mover – official solution from Xiaomi

Mi Mover is a built-in utility in Xiaomi designed to quickly transfer data from other Android devices. It supports most Huawei models, but there are nuances:

• 📱 It only works for Xiaomi with MIUI 9 and higher (Redmi Note 10 Pro installed) MIUI 12+ default).
• 🔌 Demands. USB-cable-backed OTG (Adapter or adapter if Huawei has a microUSB connector).
• ⚡ Transferring: Contacts, SMS, Photos, videos, music, calendar, notes, can't stand apps and their data!

Step-by-step:

1. On Redmi Note 10 Pro, open the Mi Mover app (if not, download from Google Play).
2. Choose I'm the recipient.
3. On Huawei, install Mi Mover from Google Play (or download the APK from the official Xiaomi website).
4. Connect your phones with a cable. On Huawei, select Transfer Data.
5. Redmi Note 10 Pro will be available QR-Code - scan it with Huawei.
6. Select the data to transfer and wait for completion.

⚠️ If Mi Mover doesn’t see Huawei, try it:

• 🔄 Reboot both phones.
• 🔌 Use a different cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
• 📱 Turn on Debugging. USB on Huawei (Settings) → The phone. → Assembly number (click 7 times) → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Install Mi Mover on both phones |

Charge devices to at least 50% |

Prepare. USB-cable OTG|

Enable debugging over USB on Huawei|

Release 10+ GB on the Redmi Note 10 Pro-->

Method 3: Transfer through Google Account (Cloud)

If you have a Google Account sync setup on Huawei, it's the easiest way to do this, and it's good for moving contacts, calendars, notes, and parts of apps, plus, no cable, data is available on any device, and minuses, you have to move photos and videos separately.

Instructions:

1. On Huawei, open Settings → Accounts → Google.
2. Make sure that sync is enabled for Contacts, Calendar, Google Drive and other services.
3. On Redmi Note 10 Pro, add the same Google Account (Settings → Accounts → Add Account).
4. Turn on the sync and wait until it is completed.

To transfer photos and videos:

• 📷 Use Google Photos: On Huawei, install Google Photos and enable Backup and Sync. On Redmi Note 10 Pro, log in to the same account - photos will be automatically uploaded.

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Important: If Huawei used a Huawei ID account to back up, data from Huawei Cloud cannot be directly transferred to Xiaomi.

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If you have slow internet, before perenosoming photos through Google Photos, connect Huawei to Wi-Fi and leave it on charge for a few hours.

Method 3: Manual transfer via computer

This is a good method if you want complete control of the data being transferred, or if other methods have not worked (Windows/Mac) and USB-cable.

What can be transferred: any files (photos, videos, music, documents), but not system data (SMS, contacts, application settings).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Huawei to your computer via USB and select File Transfer (MTP) mode.
2. Copy the folders you need (DCIM for photos, Downloads for downloads, etc.) to your computer.
3. Turn off Huawei and plug in the Redmi Note 10 Pro.
4. Move the files to the appropriate folders on Xiaomi.

To transfer contacts and SMS via computer:

• 📇 Contacts: On Huawei, export your contacts to.vcf (Contacts) → Settings → Export.Prepare the file to Redmi Note 10 Pro and import (Contacts) → Settings → Imports).
• 💬 SMS: Install the application on Huawei SMS Backup & Restore. Create a backup and save the file to your computer. Transfer the file to Redmi Note 10 Pro and restore through the same app.

⚠️ Note: When manually transferring applications (.apk files) please note that:

• 📱 Not all. APK-the files will work on MIUI Due to the differences in architecture (Huawei can use the same system). ARM64, Xiaomi — ARM8).
• 🔒 Apps tied to Huawei ID (Huawei AppGallery, for example, will not work on Xiaomi.
• 🗑️ Delete unnecessary files from Huawei if you plan to sell or scrap it. Use Settings → System system → Reset.
• 🔄 Update your apps on Xiaomi via Google Play (some of them are available). APK-files may be out of date).

⚠️ Note: If you notice after the transfer that:

• 📞 Missed some contacts - check if they were saved in the SIM-Huawei card or account ID.
• 📷 The photos are incorrectly displayed – they may have been in format.HEIC (use the converter in.JPG).
• 🎵 Music is not played – check the access rights for the Music app on Xiaomi.

Optimization of Redmi Note 10 Pro after transfer:

• 🚀 Enable Performance Mode in Settings → Special facilities → Performance mode.
• 🔋 Turn off auto-run of unnecessary applications (Settings) → Annexes → Auto-start).
• 📁 Transfer heavy files (video, games) to a microSD card (if installed).