How to copy contacts with SIM-Xiaomi Redmi 10 cards: all working methods

Transfer of contacts with SIM-Xiaomi Redmi 10 is a challenge that every new owner of the device faces. Despite its apparent simplicity, the process can cause difficulties due to the features of the shell. MIUI In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to import contacts, including standard system tools, synchronization with a Google account and the use of third-party applications.

The peculiarity of Redmi 10 (models 2021-2023 release) is that the manufacturer periodically updates the logic of working with contacts in new versions. MIUI For example, in some firmwares, the import option is hidden in the depth of the menu, and in others it requires pre-configuration. SIM-We've taken these nuances into account and we've developed universal instructions that will work regardless of the software version.

Important: If you are using a double SIM-map SIM) In Redmi 10, the import process may be different – the system will require you to select a slot from which the data will be copied.

1. Standard import through Xiaomi Redmi 10 settings

The most reliable way is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which require no additional applications to be installed, and works even without an Internet connection.

1. Open the Contacts app (an icon with a person’s silhouette on the home screen or in the app menu).
2. Slip on three horizontal stripes (☰) in the upper left corner to open the side menu.
3. Select Contact Management (in some versions of MIUI, it may be called Contact Settings).
4. Go to the Import/Export Contacts section.
5. Press Import with SIM-Select a slot (if you have dual cards) SIM).
6. Tick the contacts you want to copy, or click Select All.
7. Specify the location of the save: Device (internal memory) or Google account (for synchronization).
8. Confirm the import with the button Ready or OK.

It can take anywhere from a few seconds to a minute depending on the number of contacts you have, and after you've finished, check if the entries are on your main contact list, and if not, restart your phone and try again.

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2. Import via Google account (synchronization)

If you plan to use Google Contacts for backup, this method will not only allow you to transfer data from the SIM, but also automatically sync it to the cloud.

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Accounts and synchronization (or Passwords and accounts in the MIUI 14).
• 🔄 Find your Google account in the list and tap it.
• 📋 Turn on the switch opposite Contact (if it is turned off).
• 🔙 Return to the Contacts app and repeat the steps from the first method, but select a Google account at the save location stage.

Once you import, the contacts will appear in your Google Account in 5-10 minutes, and the advantage of this method is that you can restore contacts on any Android device after you log in. However, be careful: if you previously sync contacts with another account, duplicates may occur.

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If contacts are not synced, check if traffic saving mode is enabled in your Google account settings. Go to Settings → Applications → App Management → Google → Mobile traffic and disable restrictions.

3. Use of the application «SIM-Contacts (for older versions) MIUI)

In the firmware MIUI 12 and below, there is sometimes no import option in the standard application Contacts, in which case the system application SIM-contacts, which is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices, will help:

1. Find the icon in the application menu SIM-Contacts (usually gray with an image) SIM-map).
2. Choose. SIM-The map you want to copy the data from (if there are several of them).
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Import with SIM.
4. Specify the target storage: Phone or Google.
5. Confirm the action.

If the application SIM-Contacts are not on the menu, you can run it through a search system (swipe down the main screen and type in the name.

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4. Third-party applications for contact transfer

If the built-in Redmi 10 tools don’t work (for example, due to firmware failure or incompatibility) SIM-We've tested some of the most popular solutions, and we've selected the most reliable ones:

To use any of these applications:

1. Download the utility from the Play Market.
2. Open it and give access to the contacts and SIM-map.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (usually select Import from SIM).
4. Save your contacts to your internal memory or Google account.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Super Backup) may request permissions to access the app. SMS If you only need contacts, you can opt out of your Android settings.

5. Transfer of contacts by computer (for experienced users)

If you have access to a PC, you can export contacts from the PC. SIM-The card is in a.vcf file and then import it to Redmi 10, which is useful if the phone doesn't recognize it. SIM-card or contacts damaged.

You'll need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS and card reader SIM.
• 📱 Any old phone (even a button) that reads SIM-contact.
• 🔗 USB-cable to connect Redmi 10 to PC.

Steps:

1. Put it in. SIM-card to an old phone and export contacts to a.vcf file (usually via the Contacts menu) → Settings → Exports).
2. Transfer the file to your computer, then connect Redmi 10 over USB in file transfer mode (MTP).
3. Copy the.vcf file to any folder on your phone (such as Downloads).
4. On Redmi 10, open the Contacts app, click ☰ → Contact management → Imports/Exports → Import from.vcf file.
5. Select the copied file and confirm the import.

This method takes longer, but it is guaranteed to work even with damaged ones. SIM-If you don't have an old phone, you can use it. USB-SIM card reader (stands) ~300-500 rubles and the program SIM Card Data Recovery for Reading Data Directly.

6. Solving problems when importing contacts

Even if you follow the instructions, users of Xiaomi Redmi 10 can encounter errors, and we have collected the most common problems and ways to fix them:

If none of these methods helped, check:

• 🔧 Version MIUI: in certain assemblies (for example, MIUI 13.0.6) there are import bugs. Update the firmware through Settings → Updating the system.
• 📶 Type SIM-maps: old ones SIM (128K) They may not support the storage of contacts. USIM cameraman.
• 🛠️ System Integrity: If the phone is rooted or unofficial modifications are installed, reset to factory settings (Settings) → Additionally. → Recovery and discharge).

⚠️ Note: If you use Redmi 10 with custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), standard import methods may not work. In this case, install the Simple Contacts app from F-Droid - it supports the application. SIM-maps on informal assemblies.

7. How to avoid future contact loss

Not having to re-transfer contacts with SIM-Maps, set up automatic synchronization on Xiaomi Redmi 10:

• ☁️ Google Contacts: Enable sync in your account settings (see Section 2).
• 📱 Mi Cloud: Go to Settings → Accounts and synchronization → Mi Account and activate contact backup.
• 📤 Export to file: once a month export contacts to.vcf via Settings → System system → Backup.
• 🔄 Duplicate: Keep copies of contacts in both Google and Mi Cloud – this insures against loss if one of the services fails.

We also recommend:

• 🚫 Avoid storing contacts only on SIM-The map is easy to lose or damage.
• 🔍 Check backups: sometimes syncs "hang up." Go to Google Contacts and make sure the data is up to date.
• 📌 Use tags: Google Contacts can assign tags (e.g., “Work,” “Family”) to help you find the numbers you want faster.

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The most reliable way to protect contacts is a combination of cloud sync (Google or Mi Cloud) and local backup to a.vcf file. This ensures data recovery even if you lose your phone or reset your settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about transferring contacts to Xiaomi Redmi 10