How to Transfer a Phone Book from Samsung to Xiaomi: All the Working Methods

Moving from a Samsung smartphone to Xiaomi is a crucial step, especially when it comes to maintaining contacts. Even with cloud backups, many users face sync problems, duplicate records or loss of important numbers. In this article, we will discuss 5 current ways to transfer a phone book, including nuances for different models (from the Galaxy S23 Ultra to the Redmi Note 12) and MIUI versions.

We will focus on hidden traps: why contacts may not appear after syncing through Google Account, how to avoid losing avatars and additional fields (for example, dates of birth), and what to do if Xiaomi does not see SIM-A map with records, and a table of compatibility with popular models from both brands.

If you’ve tried to move contacts and encountered errors, there’s a section at the end of the article that addresses typical problems (e.g., error code). sync_pending Google Contacts or no import option MIUI).

1. Transfer through Google Account: the most reliable way

Google-based contact sync is a universal method that works on 99% of Samsung and Xiaomi devices, with the main advantage of storing data in the cloud and automatically updating when new numbers are added.

• 🔄 On Samsung, the default contacts can be saved in a Samsung account, not Google.
• ⚠️ On Xiaomi MIUI 14+ Sometimes you need to turn on manual synchronization – it is not automatically activated.
• 📱 If you used Samsung Cloud, you’ll need to export your contacts to a.vcf file first.

Step-by-step:

1. On Samsung: Open Contacts → Contact Management → Contact Sync. Select a Google Account (if not, add to Settings → Accounts).
2. Wait for the synchronization to be completed (check in Settings → Accounts → Google → Synchronization).
3. On Xiaomi: when you first turn on, select Restore from Google Account. If your phone is already configured, go to Settings → Accounts → Google and enable Contact Sync.
4. Open the Contacts app on Xiaomi and update the list (pull down for an update).

Records are displayed in the web version of Google Contacts (contacts.google.com) | The number of contacts on Xiaomi coincides with Samsung| The fields "Dop. phone" and "Email" are moved correctly | Contact avatars are saved (if any)

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Important: If your contacts are duplicated on Xiaomi, open Contacts → Settings → Combine Duplicates. In MIUI 14+, this option can be hidden in Contact Management → Additional.

2.Export/import via VCF file (for advanced users)

The.vcf (vCard) method is suitable if you don’t want to use the cloud or have a corporate account with sync restrictions, with the advantage of having full control over data and the ability to edit contacts before perenosom.

Disadvantages:

• 📉 No call history and linked messages are saved.
• 🖼️ Contact avatars may not be transferred (depending on the Xiaomi model).

How to export to Samsung:

1. Open Contacts. → ⋮ (Menus) → Contact management → Exports/imports.
2. Select Export to the Device (not in) SIM-The file will be saved in the Internal Storage folder. → Contacts.
3. Move the contacts.vcf file to Xiaomi via Bluetooth, USB-Cable or cloud (e.g. Mi Cloud).

How to import to Xiaomi:

1. Copy the.vcf file into your phone’s memory.
2. Open Contacts. → ⋮ (Menus) → Contact management → Imports/Exports → Import from the device.
3. Select a file and wait until it is completed. MIUI 13+ may request to combine duplicates.

3. Transfer through SIM-Map: Quickly but with limited

The method is suitable for a small number of contacts (up to 250 entries on one SIM), the main plus: it does not require the Internet or a computer.

• 📞 Only the name and main number are transferred (without email, addresses, additional phones).
• 🔢 Limitation on the length of the name (up to 14 characters on some of the characters) SIM).
• 🚫 Not working with eSIM (physical cards only).

Instructions:

1. On Samsung: Contacts → ⋮ → Contact management → Exports/imports → Exports to SIM-Select the right contacts.
2. Remove the SIM and paste it into Xiaomi.
3. On Xiaomi: Contacts → ⋮ → Contact management → Import with SIM-map.

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If the contacts on the SIM are not displayed, try rebooting the phone or inserting the SIM into another slot (for two-sym Xiaomi models).

⚠️ Note: On some Samsung models (e.g. Galaxy) A54) export SIM phone numbers are saved without country code. Before perenosom check the format manually!

4.Using Samsung Smart Switch (for full migration)

Samsung Smart Switch is the official app for transferring data between devices, and it copies not only contacts, but also messages, photos, settings.

• 🔌 Required. USB-cable (Bluetooth is not stable).
• 📱 Xiaomi needs to enable Developer Mode and Debugging USB.
• 🚫 Not all Xiaomi models are supported (for example, the model is not supported, POCO F5 may not be recognized).

Step-by-step process:

1. Install Smart Switch on Samsung (unless it is installed by default).
2. Connect both phones with a cable (use Samsung’s original USB-C).
3. On Xiaomi, allow access to data (a request will appear when you connect).
4. In Smart Switch, select Send Data → Contacts → Move.

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5. Bluetooth Transfer: When Nothing Works

Bluetooth is the last chance if other methods are not available (for example, there is no cable or Internet).

• 🐢 Slow transmission (up to 10 minutes for 500 contacts).
• 🔄 Confirmation is required on both phones for each batch of contacts.
• 📱 On Xiaomi MIUI 13+ You may need to turn off battery optimization for Bluetooth.

How to move:

1. On Samsung: Contacts → ⋮ → Share. → Bluetooth. Select contacts (anything is possible).
2. On Xiaomi, confirm the reception of the contacts.vcf file.
3. After transfer, import the file through Contacts → Import.

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If Bluetooth breaks, reduce the number of contacts in a single shipment (e.g., 50 entries at a time).

Solving typical transfer problems

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can get errors.

Problem 1: Contacts are not synced with Google

Causes and solutions:

• 🔄 Sync is disabled: Check the settings → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of contacts.
• 🚫 Corporate Account Limitations: If the account is operational, request access from the administrator.
• 📡 Poor connection: Connect to Wi-Fi or turn on mobile data.
• 🔄 Google Contacts Cash: Clear the cache in Settings → Annexes → Google Contacts → Memory.

Problem 2: Duplicate contacts on Xiaomi

How to fix it:

1. Open Contacts. → ⋮ → Contact management → Combine duplicates.
2. If you don’t have an option, use third-party apps (like Contacts Optimizer).
3. Check if your contacts are synced with your Google and Mi Account.

Problem 3: Xiaomi does not see any contacts on the site SIM-map

Possible causes:

• 📱 Incompatible format SIM: Old ones. SIM (3G) It may not be supported by the new Xiaomi.
• 🔌 Bad contact: Try inserting SIM in another slot or clear the contacts of the card with alcohol.
• 📡 Reading error: Reboot your phone or check SIM on another device.

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If none of the methods worked, try resetting your network settings to Xiaomi (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings. This often solves reading problems SIM-map.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contact transfer