How to sync contacts with Samsung on Xiaomi: a complete guide with pictures and nuances

Transfer contacts from the old Samsung Galaxy to the new Xiaomi Redmi/POCO It seems like a simple task – until you encounter the nuances of different versions of Android, proprietary shells One. UI and MIUI, or SIM-This article will not just list the ways, but will analyze each of them with consideration:

Transmission speeds (from 2 minutes to an hour depending on the method);

Data security (why exporting to VCF via Bluetooth can crop fields)

Compatibility (which Samsung A52, S21 or Xiaomi 13T models require workarounds)

We tested all the methods on devices from 2020 to 2026 and found a critical error: when synchronized through Google Account, contacts with linked WhatsApp or Telegram accounts may not be transferred — they will have to be restored separately.

1. Sync through Google Account: the most reliable way

This method works on 95% of devices, but only if Samsung had a Google account attached before the transfer. If you have never synced your contacts with the cloud, go to the export section of VCF.

Step-by-step:

1. On Samsung, open Settings → Accounts and Archiving → Account Management.
2. Select your Google Account and make sure the switch opposite Contact is active. If not, turn on sync.
3. Wait for the process to be completed (check in Contacts → Settings → Accounts – “Synced” should appear).
4. On Xiaomi, add the same Google Account through Settings → Google Accounts and enable Contact Sync.

⚠️ Note: If Samsung used a Samsung Account to store contacts, they will have to be exported to Google first:

1. Open the Contacts app on Samsung.
2. Press. ⋮ (three-point) → Contact management → Imports/Exports → Exports.
3. Select Samsung Account → Google and confirm the transfer.

Contacts are displayed in the web version of Google Contacts (contacts.google.com)

On Xiaomi, there is a Google icon next to names on the contact list

The number of contacts on both devices is the same.

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2. Transfer through SIM-Map: When there is no Internet

The method is suitable for devices with support SIM-Contacts (most Samsung Galaxy models) A/J/M Xiaomi Redmi Note to 2022 The main disadvantage is the limitation on the number of fields to be saved (name only). + number).

Instructions:

• 📱 On Samsung: Contacts → ⋮ → Contact management → Imports/Exports → Exports to SIM. Select the contacts (or “all”) and confirm.
• 🔄 Move it. SIM-map.
• 📲 On Xiaomi: Contacts → ⋮ → Contact management → Import with SIM. Specify where to save (we recommend "Device" or "Google").

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 12/13 Samsung series S22/S23 export option SIM It could be hidden, to find her:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Contacts → Storage.
2. Click Clear the cache and restart the application.

Bluetooth Transfer: Quick but with Restrictions

Bluetooth port is suitable for transferring up to 500 contacts at a time. The main advantage is that you do not need the Internet.

• ❌ No contact photos are shared.
• ❌ The encoding of names may be broken (for example, "Ivanov" →?????").
• ❌ On Xiaomi MIUI 14+ Confirmation is required for each contact.

How to move:

1. On both phones, turn on Bluetooth and make them visible.
2. On Samsung, open your contacts. → ⋮ → Share. → Bluetooth.
3. Select contacts (or “all”) and send to Xiaomi.
4. On Xiaomi, confirm acceptance and save to Device or Google.

🔹 Tip: If contacts don’t show up after transfer, check the Bluetooth folder in Xiaomi’s file manager – sometimes they are saved as a file manager. VCF-A file that needs to be imported manually.

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4.Using Mi Mover: Official Solution from Xiaomi

Mi Mover is Xiaomi’s proprietary tool for data transfer, including contacts. It only works when you first turn on a new Xiaomi or after you reset your settings. If your phone is already configured, use alternatives from other sections.

Step-by-step:

• 📱 Samsung to install Mi Mover from Google Play.
• 📲 On Xiaomi, select Data Transfer when you first start → Android.
• 🔗 Connect both phones to the same Wi-Fi network or use a hotspot.
• 📎 On Samsung in Mi Mover, select Send → Contacts and follow instructions.

⚠️ Attention: On the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and new Mi Mover flagships may not see contacts due to One limitations UI 5.1+. Decision:

1. Export your contacts to the VCF (see Section 5).
2. Transfer the file through Mi Mover as "Files".
3. On Xiaomi, import VCF manually.

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If the Mi Mover is 99% hanging, turn off the VPN on both phones and try again.a Frequent issue on Xiaomi with MIUI Global.

5. Export/import through VCF-File: a universal method

The.vcf file (vCard) is the standard format for storing contacts. It is suitable for transferring all fields (including photos, notes, multiple numbers).

How to export to Samsung:

1. Open Contacts. → ⋮ → Contact management → Exports.
2. Choose the internal memory or SD-map.
3. Specify the format VCF-file and confirm.

How to import to Xiaomi:

• 📁 Transfer the contacts.vcf file to Xiaomi via USB, Bluetooth or cloud.
• 📲 Open Contacts. → ⋮ → Contact management → Imports/Exports → File-based import.
• 🔍 Select contacts.vcf and specify an account to save (we recommend Google).

📊 Comparison of transfer methods:

6.Side of the application: SHAREit, Clone Phone and others

If standard methods don't work, use specialized utilities. We tested 5 applications and recommend:

• 📲 SHAREit – fast Wi-Fi Direct (up to 1000 contacts in 2 minutes) but requires shutdown VPN.
• 📱 Clone Phone (Huawei) – even works on Samsung S20+ one UI 4.0, saves the call history.
• 🔄 Send Anywhere – generates 6-digit code for transfer, suitable for large bases (5000)+ contact).

⚠️ Note: Apps like Xender or Zapya may request access to the app. SMS You don't need permissions like that to move your contacts.

Instructions for SHAREit:

1. Install the app on both phones.
2. On Samsung, select Send → Contacts.
3. On Xiaomi, click Accept and Confirm the connection via Wi-Fi Direct.
4. Wait until the process is completed (don’t interrupt the process – it can damage the file!).

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The side of the application is convenient, but it risks data security. Before using, check the reviews for the last 3 months - many utilities have started to display ads or collect unnecessary information.

7. Problem Solving: Contacts not moved or duplicated

If after synchronization the contacts:

• ❌ Not displayed: Check if contact visibility is included in Settings → Contacts → Display contacts (you must select your Google account).
• ❌ Duplicate: Use the built-in merge function in Contacts → ⋮ → Contact management → Unite.
• ❌ Displayed in hieroglyphics: This is an encoding error when you transmit over Bluetooth. Solution: repeat the transfer over Bluetooth. VCF.

🔧 Resetting the contact cache: If problems persist, clear the cache of the Google Contacts and Contacts app:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find Google Contacts and Contacts, click Storage → Clear the cache.
3. Reboot the phone.

📌 For Xiaomi models 11T/12 Pro: If contacts are not synced with Google, upgrade Google Play Services to the Google Play Store. MIUI 13.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contact transfer