Transferring data from LG to Xiaomi: 5 proven ways + detailed instructions

Moving from LG to Xiaomi is not just about changing your brand, it's also about migrating all your data, from contacts to your message history. Many users are afraid of losing important information or spending hours manually transferring files. In fact, it can be made as simple as 10-30 minutes if you know the key nuances.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to transfer data, from official Xiaomi tools to universal solutions for Android, learn how to save contacts, photos, videos, applications and even Wi-Fi settings, avoiding typical errors, and compare the speed and reliability of each method, so that you choose the best option for your model.

Note right away: if your LG runs Android 8.0 and later, and Xiaomi runs MIUI 12+, most of the ways will be available out of the box. Older devices (like the LG G5 or Xiaomi Redmi 4X) will require workarounds, which we will describe.

1.The official way: Mi Mover by Xiaomi

Mi Mover is a proprietary application from Xiaomi that is designed specifically for migrating data from other Android devices. It supports transferring contacts, messages, photos, videos, audio, calendars and even some system settings (such as wallpaper and themes), the main advantage is that you do not need to connect to a PC or use the cloud.

To use Mi Mover, follow the following steps:

1. On the new Xiaomi, go to Settings → About Phone → Data Transfer (Mi Mover).
2. Select the option “I am a new user” and follow the prompts.
3. On the old LG, download Mi Mover from Google Play (if the app is not available, use the alternative Xender).
4. Connect both phones to the same Wi-Fi network or create an access point on Xiaomi.
5. On LG, select data to transfer and confirm the transfer.

⚠️ Attention: If LG If you have a firmware with restrictions (for example, from a carrier), Mi Mover may not see some files. USB (about him in the next section).

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2. Transfer via USB-OTG cable or adapter

If wireless methods seem unreliable, use a direct cable connection.

• 🔌 USB-OTG cable (for new Xiaomi) or adapter USB Type-C → MicroUSB (if at least at LG microUSB).
• 📱 Both phones with unlocked screens.
• 🔋 Charge not less than 30% (transfer can take up to 20 minutes).

Instructions:

1. Connect LG to Xiaomi via cable/adapter.
2. On Xiaomi, select File Transfer (MTP) mode.
3. Open Explorer on Xiaomi and find the LG folder (or model name).
4. Copy the necessary data (folders) DCIM for photos, downloads, etc.) to internal memory or SD-Xiaomi.

⚠️ Note: Not all folders with system data (e.g, Android/data) You can copy it without root permission. APK Extractor (available on Google Play).

3. Cloud services: Google Drive vs Mi Cloud

Cloud migration is the most versatile way, but it requires stable internet and free space in the cloud.

To transfer via Google Drive:

1. On LG, open Settings → Accounts → Google and enable sync for the data you need.
2. Wait for the download to complete (check in Google Photos and Contacts).
3. On Xiaomi, log in to the same Google account and wait for sync.

For Mi Cloud:

1. On Xiaomi, go to Settings → Mi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Enable backup for the required data.
3. On LG, install Mi Cloud from Google Play and log in.
4. Select data for transfer and confirm the download.

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If you don’t have much space in the cloud, clear the Google Photos Recycle Bin before transferring and remove old backups to Mi Cloud.This will free up up to 3-5 GB of extra space.

4 Wireless applications: Xender, ShareMe, Send Anywhere

If you don't have a cable on hand and the cloud seems slow, use specialized file transfer applications. We tested three of the most popular ones:

• 📲 Xender: Up to 40MB/s, supports all file types but displays ads.
• 🔄 ShareMe (from Xiaomi): optimized for MIUI, No advertising, but file restriction > 1GB.
• 🌍 Send Anywhere: Cross-platform, you can send files even to your PC, but requires registration for large volumes.

General instructions for all annexes:

1. Install the selected app on both phones.
2. On LG, select files to transfer and click “Send”.
3. On Xiaomi, click “Get” and scan. QR-code or connect to the access point.
4. Confirm the transmission on both devices.

⚠️ Note: When using ShareMe on LG You may need to allow access to the settings → Special facilities → Installation of packages (if the application is not installed).

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For maximum transmission speed, turn off energy-saving mode on both phones and turn on In-Air mode with active Wi-Fi. This will prevent communication breakdowns.

5. Computer Transfer (for power users)

If you need to transfer a lot of data (such as 50+GB of photos and videos) or system files (such as WhatsApp backups), you should use a PC.

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS.
• 🔌 Two. USB-cable (or hub if ports are not available).
• 📁 Copying software (e.g. Total Commander or FastCopy).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect both phones to your PC in File Transfer (MTP) mode.
2. Open This Computer – Both devices should appear as removable disks.
3. Copy the data from LG a separate folder on the PC (for example, D:\LG_Backup).
4. Transfer files from your PC to Xiaomi, observing the folder structure (for example, photos in DCIM\Camera).

To transfer applications with data (for example, save games) use ADB-team:

adb backup -apk -obb -shared -all -f C:\backup.ab


adb restore C:\backup.ab

⚠️ Note: This method requires debugging USB (included in the settings → The phone. → Assembly number (7 taps) → For developers → Debugging by USB) and may not work on LG lock-down.

What to do if the data is not transferred?

If you find that some of the data is missing after the transfer, check the following points:

• 🔍 Contacts: Make sure they are linked to a Google account, not saved to a Google account SIM-On Xiaomi, check your contacts. → Settings → Imports/Exports.
• 📸 Photo/video: Look in the folders DCIM/.thumbnails — Sometimes thumbnails don't get copied. Use Google Photos to re-sync.
• 💬 Messages: If SMS Not transferred through Mi Mover, export them to the XML on LG assisted SMS Backup & Restore.
• 🎮 Applications: Some games (e.g. Genshin Impact or PUBG Mobile requires separate transfer of saves through the developer account.

If the problem persists, try alternative methods:

1. Use Titanium Backup (requires root rights).
2. Transfer the data to SD-Map and then paste it into Xiaomi (if supported).
3. Contact Xiaomi Service Center – some models (such as Xiaomi 13 Pro) support official migration in the salons.

FAQ: Frequent questions about data portability from LG to Xiaomi