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

Why data transfer between Huawei and Xiaomi requires a special approach

The transition from Huawei to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 is not just a change of gadget, but a transition between two ecosystems with different approaches to synchronization. Unlike the transfer between devices of the same brand (for example, from Huawei P30 to Mate 50), here you will have to face incompatibility of proprietary cloud services (Huawei Mobile Cloud vs Mi Cloud), differences in backup formats and restrictions on direct transfer of some types of data.

The main problem is that Huawei uses its own file system (EMUI) and closed protocols for backup, while Xiaomi operates on the basis of MIUI with integration into the Google ecosystem.This means that standard tools like Google Account or Smart Switch (from Samsung) will not help here, and some Huawei models after the sanctions of 2019 are deprived of Google services, which makes it difficult to sync through a Google account.

In this article, we will look at 5 working ways to transfer data, from the fastest (via cable) to universal (via the cloud), and also analyze the nuances for specific types of files: contacts, messages, photos and even installed applications.

Method 1: Transfer over OTG cable (fastest and most reliable)

Use of the USB-cable OTG (Or a standard Type-C cable, if it supports data transfer, is the best option for carrying large amounts of data (photos, videos, music), the main advantage is that there is no dependence on the Internet and the limitations of cloud storage. However, there are nuances with file system compatibility and access rights.

You'll need:

• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C — USB Type-C (or adapter) OTG + cable)
• 📱 Huawei with unlocked screen and enabled File Transfer (MTP)
• 📱 Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 with enabled debugging USB (Optionally, if you need extended rights)

Step-by-step:

1. Connect both phones with a cable. On Huawei, in the notification curtain, select File Transfer Mode (not Charge).
2. On Redmi Note 10, open Explorer (or any file application, such as Files by Google).
3. In the Devices or External Drives section, your Huawei folder will appear. Copy the files you need (photo from the site) DCIM, video from Movies, etc.) for internal memory or SD-Xiaomi.
4. To transfer contacts and messages, export them to a.vcf file (for contacts) or.xml (for SMS) via the Contacts app on Huawei, then transfer these files to Xiaomi and import.

The cable supports data transfer (not just charging)

Huawei has MTP (File Transfer) enabled

Xiaomi has enough free space (check in Settings → Storage)

Battery optimizations for Explorer are disabled (Settings → Applications → Conductor → Battery)

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⚠️ Note: If Xiaomi doesn’t see Huawei as a drive when connecting, try it:

• Reboot both devices.
• Use a different cable (some cheap cables only support charging).
• On Huawei, in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → Assembly Number (7 taps) → For developers), enable USB debugging.

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If you need to move applications, copy only them. APK-files (from the folder) /data/app), But note that many programs will not work without user data. 4).

Method 2: Cloud Transfer (Google Drive, Huawei Cloud, Mi Cloud)

Cloud storage is convenient because it allows you to transfer data without cables and even from different devices, but there are limitations:

• 🔄 Huawei Mobile Cloud is not compatible with Mi Cloud – you will need to use intermediate storage (for example, Google Drive).
• 📁 Not all types of data can be transferred: for example, application settings and call history are not usually exported.
• 💾 Free storage is limited (15 GB in Google Drive, 5 GB in Huawei Cloud).

The algorithm for transferring through Google Drive:

1. On Huawei, upload your data to Google Drive: Photo/Video: Open Gallery → Select files → Share → Save to Drive. Contacts: Contacts → Settings → Export → Google Drive.

Drive

Settings → Accounts → Google

⚠️ Note: If your Huawei released after 2019 and does not have Google services, use Huawei Mobile Cloud to export data to a file, then upload it to Mi Cloud or Yandex Disk via a browser:

Method 3: Transfer over Bluetooth (for small files)

Bluetooth is the most versatile but slow way, and it's suitable for transferring contacts, multiple photos or documents when you don't have cable or Wi-Fi on hand, and it works on any device without any additional applications.

How to transfer contacts via Bluetooth:

1. On Huawei, open contacts → press ⋮ (menu) → Imports/Exports → Export to.vcf file.
2. Select contacts for export and save the file (e.g. contacts.vcf).
3. Turn on Bluetooth on both devices and pair them.
4. On Huawei, send the contacts.vcf file via Bluetooth to Xiaomi.
5. On Xiaomi, accept the file and open it – the contacts will be automatically added to the phone book.

Limitations of the method:

• 🐢 Transmission speed: ~1–2 MB/s (for 1 GB of data required) ~10-15 minutes).
• 📵 Not all file types are supported (for example, high-resolution video may not be sent).
• 🔋 High battery consumption on both devices.

⚠️ Note: When you transfer photos over Bluetooth, they may lose metadata (shoot date, geotagged) to avoid this, use specialized applications like Send Anywhere (see Method 5).

Method 4: Transfer applications and their data (with nuances)

It is impossible to transfer installed applications from Huawei to Xiaomi directly – each device has its own architecture and signature keys. APK. However, you can save application data (such as game progress) and reinstall the programs themselves via Google Play or Google Play. APK-file.

Instructions for transferring these applications:

1. For games and social networks: Use your account binding (Google, Facebook, VK). For example, in the game, click Settings → Link your account and log in. After installing the game on Xiaomi, log in to the same account, and progress will recover.
2. For messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram): WhatsApp: back up chats on Huawei (Settings → Chat → Backup), then install WhatsApp on Xiaomi and restore data when you first start. Telegram: all data is synchronized with the cloud automatically - just log in to the account on the new device.

For the remaining applications:

Titanium Backup

Swift Backup

Exports/imports

Settings

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. banking or with) DRM-It's not even possible to transfer backups, it's going to have to be re-installed and configured from scratch:

• 🏦 SberBank Online, Tinkoff, Alpha Click
• 🎬 Netflix, Disney+, Cinema search HD
• 🎮 Some anti-cheat games (PUBG Mobile, Genshin Impact)

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The only reliable way to migrate apps is to reinstall them through Google Play and then restore data from your account or backup. APK-Files often lead to errors due to incompatibility of libraries.

Method 5: Use of third-party applications (Send Anywhere, Shareit, Xender)

Specialized data applications solve two key problems:

1. Speed: Use Wi-Fi Direct for transmission at speeds up to 20MB/s (10 times faster than Bluetooth).
2. Compatibility: Supports all types of files, including contacts, SMS, and even call history.

Top.-3 portability:

How to transfer data to Send Anywhere:

1. Install the app on both devices (Google Play or AppGallery).
2. On Huawei, select the files to transfer and click Send. A 6-digit key is generated.
3. On Xiaomi, enter this key in the Get field.
4. Confirm the transfer – the files are copied automatically.

1. Restart Wi-Fi on both devices.

2. Use the hotspot mode on Huawei and connect Xiaomi to its network.

3. Break up large files (such as videos) into parts of 500 MB.-->

What to do if the data is not moved or damaged

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can have problems, and let's look at typical scenarios and their solutions.

Problem 1: Photos and videos are displayed without a shooting date or are not rotated correctly.

• 🔧 Use the Exif Tool app to recover metadata.
• 📁 Transfer files to the original folders (DCIM/Camera), Not through "Downloads".

Problem 2: Contacts are duplicated or not imported.

• 🧹 Before importing, clear the phone book on Xiaomi (Contacts) → Settings → Delete all contacts).
• 🔄 Export contacts in vCard 3.0 format (not 2.1).

Problem 3: Applications do not recover data after reinstallation.

• 🔑 Make sure you are logged in to the same account (Google, Facebook, etc.) that was linked to Huawei.
• 📦 Check if the application supports cross-platform sync (e.g. Spotify or Evernote saves data in the cloud).

Problem 4: There is not enough space on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 to carry data.

• 🗑️ Free up space by deleting unnecessary files (Settings) → Warehouse → Cleanup).
• 💾 Use it. SD-map (if supported by the model).
• ☁️ Transfer data in parts (for example, first photo, then video).

FAQ: Frequent questions about data transfer from Huawei to Xiaomi