How to download music on Xiaomi Mi 9: all ways with instructions and comparison

Xiaomi Mi 9 is still a popular smartphone thanks to its powerful hardware and up-to-date firmware. But even the owners of this flagship 2019 are faced with the question: how to download music to a device if your favorite tracks are not available on streaming services or you need to listen to them without the Internet? In this article, 5 working ways to download music on the Mi 9, including little-known life hacks to bypass restrictions and optimize memory.

We'll look at not only the standard methods (via Google Play Music or Mi Music), but also alternative methods, from browser download to PC sync. We'll focus on security: how to avoid viruses when downloaded from unverified sources, and why some files may not play back. At the end, we'll have a comparative table of all methods for speed, quality and convenience.

1. Download music through the standard Mi Music app

MIUI for Xiaomi Mi 9 has Mi Music (formerly Music) app preinstalled, which supports not only playback but also downloading tracks from the built-in library. However, there are nuances: the catalog is limited, and some songs are only available for online play.

To download music through Mi Music:

• 📱 Open the app and find the right track through search.
• 🔍 If there is an icon near the song "Download" (arrow down), click on it.
• 📁 The file will be saved to the Music folder in the internal memory (path: /storage/emulated/0/Music).
• ⚙️ In the application settings (Mi Music) → Settings → Downloads) you can choose the quality: Standard (128 kbit / s) or High (320 kbit / s).

Limitations of the method:

• 🚫 Small selection of tracks – there are no Western artists in the Mi Music library.
• 🔒 Some songs can only be listened to, but not downloaded (marked in gray).
• 📵 Requires a stable internet connection to search and download.

⚠️ Note: If the track is not played after download, check Settings → Permits → Mi Music and give access to the storage. Also make sure the file is not corrupted (try opening it through another player, for example, to use the same file as the file file file, VLC).

2. Download via Google Play Music (available until 2026)

Google Play Music is officially closed, but its functionality is partially integrated into YouTube Music. Xiaomi Mi 9 owners can still download music through the old version of the app if it is installed.

If the application is removed, it can be restored:

1. Download. APK-Google Play Music version 8.22.8836 (last stable) from a verified source (e.g. APKMirror).
2. Install the file by allowing installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install Unknown Applications).
3. Log in to your Google account and go to the Library → Songs section.
4. Find the track and click on the three dots next to it → “Download”.

Where are the downloaded tracks stored?

Files are saved in /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.google.android.music/files/music. They can be transferred to any other location (e.g. a memory card) or opened through another player.

⚠️ Note: Downloaded via Google Play Music Protected DRM And they can stop playing after October 2026, when Google finally shuts down support for the service. To save music forever, copy the files to your PC and convert them to a computer. MP3 through programs like Audacity.

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If you can’t find the track you want on Google Play Music, try adding it to a playlist on YouTube Music and then download it through the YouTube Premium app (if you have a subscription).

3. Download music through the browser (without applications)

If you don’t want to install additional programs, you can download music directly through your browser — Chrome, Mi Browser or Firefox — a method that is suitable for downloading individual tracks from sites like Zaycev.net, ProstoPleer or SoundCloud.

Step-by-step:

1. Open your browser and search for a music site (such as Zaycev.net).
2. Enter the track name in the search and select the desired result.
3. Click on the Download button (usually green).
4. In the window that appears, select Download and confirm the action.
5. The file will be saved to the Download (or Download) folder.

Challenges and solutions:

• 🎵 Low quality: Many sites offer tracks in 128 kbps. To find better versions, add to the query 320kbps or FLAC.
• 🚫 Download Block: Some sites require you to disable AdBlock. Go to your browser settings for this. → Additionally. → Site settings → Advertising and disable the lock for the domain.
• 📱 File won't open: If the downloaded track doesn't play, check its extension.Sometimes sites give out files with the extension.mp3.html — rename him in.mp3.

Make sure the file extension is.mp3 or.m4a| Check the size (a 3-minute track should weigh ~3-7 MB) | Try opening the file through another player | If the file is corrupt, download it again

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4. transfer music from the computer (the most reliable way)

If you have a collection of music on your PC, it can be easily transferred to the Xiaomi Mi 9. USB-This method guarantees maximum quality (without loss when downloading) and the absence of viruses.

Method 1: Through USB-cable

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC via the original USB Type-C cable.
2. On your phone, select File Transfer (FTP) mode in the connection notification.
3. Open this computer - your Mi 9 will appear as a removable disk.
4. Copy music files to the Music folder or create a new one (like MyMusic).
5. Turn off the device and update the library in the player (Mi Music → Settings → Update the media library).

Method 2: Wi-Fi (without wires)

You will need to use WiFi File Transfer (available on Google Play):

1. Install and open the app on your phone.
2. Connect your PC and smartphone to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. In the application, click Start Service - the address of the view will be displayed. ftp://192.168.x.x:1234.
4. Enter this address in the address bar of Windows Explorer or Finder (Mac).
5. Drag music files to the Music folder on your phone.

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Porting music from a PC is the only way to get tracks in original quality (like FLAC or WAV) without compression.

5 Download through streaming services (Spotify, YouTube Music, Boom)

If you use Spotify, YouTube Music or Boom, you can download tracks for offline listening directly in the app, but there are limitations: files are protected by DRM and are not available outside the app.

How to download music on Spotify (Premium):

1. Open a playlist or an album.
2. Activate the "Download" switch (shooting down).
3. The tracks will be saved in encrypted form and will only be available in the Spotify app.

How to download music on YouTube Music (Premium):

1. Find a song or a playlist.
2. Press three points. → «Download».
3. Choose quality: Standard, High or Very High (up to 256 kbps).

How to get around DRM restrictions?

If you need to get MP3 tracks without protection, you can use screen recording software (such as Audacity) or online services like YTMP3.cc (for YouTube), but this may violate the terms of use of the services.

⚠️ Attention: Downloading music with bypass DRM-The security can lead to the blocking of the account in the streaming services, and such files often contain hidden ads or viruses.

6. Alternative music download applications

If the standard methods do not fit, you can use specialized applications. We tested 5 popular programs and selected the best for Xiaomi Mi 9:

• 🎧 Snaptube – download music and videos from YouTube, SoundCloud, VK. Supports formats MP3 and M4A (up to 320 kbit/s. Minus: contains advertising.
• 🎵 Deezer is a legal service with the ability to download tracks for offline listening (only for Premium subscribers) up to 1411 kbps (FLAC).
• 📱 MusicDown — searches for tracks on demand in open sources. Supports playlists. Minus: not always finds rare songs.
• 🔍 SoundLoader downloads music from SoundCloud, Bandcamp and other venues.
• 📁 Fildo is an offline music aggregator, looking for tracks from multiple sources simultaneously.

How do you install these apps?

Most of them are available on Google Play, except for Snaptube and MusicDown – you need to download them from official sites (snaptubeapp.com, musicdown.app).

Security Council:

Before installation APK-Check the file's hash sum (MD5 or SHA-1) This will help you avoid viruses and spyware.

Memory Optimization: How to Store Music Without Overloading Your Phone

Xiaomi Mi 9 was released with 64 or 128 GB of memory, and over time it is clogged.

• 📁 Use a memory card: Mi 9 does not support microSD, but you can connect OTG-drive-storage USB-C) And store the music on it.
• 🗃️ Compact tracks: Programs like MediaHuman Audio Converter allow you to convert FLAC into MP3 192 kbps with no noticeable loss of quality.
• ☁️ Cloud Storage: Download music to Google Drive, Yandex Disk or Mi Cloud and stream it through the app VLC (streaming).
• 🧹 Remove duplicates: Files by Google or SD Maid helps you find and remove repetitive tracks.

How to transfer music to OTG-flash-drive?

1. Connect. OTG-jack-up.
2. Open the Files and go to the music folder.
3. Select files, click Move and select the flash drive as your destination.
4. In the player (Mi Music or VLC), specify the path to the flash drive in the scanning settings of media files.

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OTG-flash drive USB-C (For example, SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive allows you to expand the memory of Xiaomi Mi 9 to 128-256 GB without losing read speed.

FAQ: Frequent questions about downloading music on Xiaomi Mi 9