How to count contacts on Xiaomi: all ways for MIUI and Google Contacts

Have you ever wondered how many contacts your Xiaomi has accumulated over the years? Perhaps you want to transfer them to a new phone, back up or just get rid of unnecessary records. In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to count contacts, from standard MIUI features to hidden Android features.

It turns out that even today's smartphones don't have a universal "Contact Count" button. You'll have to use workarounds -- but they work on everything from the budget Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra. It is important to keep in mind that the number may vary depending on where your contacts are stored: in the phone memory, on the phone. SIM-map or Google account.

We've tested all of these methods on the latest versions of MIUI 14/15 and Android 13/14, so the instructions are for 2026, and if you're on the old firmware, some menu items may be slightly different, but the general logic will remain the same. Let's start with the simplest way.

Method 1: through the standard "Contact" application

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Contacts app (also known as People in some regions).

1. Open the Contacts app (an icon with a person’s silhouette on the home screen or in the app menu).
2. Touch three points (⋮) top-right.
3. Select Contact Management or Settings (depending on the MIUI version).
4. Scroll down to the Import/Export or Backup section.
5. General information will be included, including the number of contacts.

⚠️ Note: In some versions MIUI This item may not be there. If you can't see the number of contacts in the settings, move on to the next way.

Also note that the app only shows contacts that are stored in your phone or Xiaomi account.If you use Google Contacts, the number of contacts may not be displayed here. There is a separate method for them, which we will discuss below.

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If you have a shell fitted MIUI Global Market (Global) ROM), The contact setting path may be called Contacts settings instead of Contact Management".

Method 2: Export contacts to VCF file

This is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi phones, regardless of the MIUI version, and the point is that when you export contacts, you create a file that usually has a number of contacts in its name.

Step 1. Open the Contact Application → press three points (⋮) → Select Contact Management → Import/Export of contacts.

Step 2. Click Export to.vcf file (English version of Export to.vcf file) Choose where to export contacts:

• 📱 Device – contacts stored in the phone’s memory
• 📧 Google Account – Synchronized Contacts
• 📶 SIM-Map - contacts saved on the SIM

Step. 3. After export, open any file manager (such as Files from Xiaomi) and go to the Download folder or Miui/backup/AllBackup. Find a file with the.vcf extension. Its name will contain the number of contacts, for example: contacts_145.vcf — It means you have 145 contact.

🔹 The advantage of the method: it works even if the phone is not connected to the Internet.

Make sure there is enough memory on the phone|Choose the right source (phone)/Google/SIM)|Remember the way to save the file|Do not interrupt the export process-->

Method 3: Google Contacts (for synchronized records)

If you use a Google account to sync your contacts, the most accurate way to know how many contacts you have is to go to the web version of the service, which works even if you have a different brand phone, but the contacts are tied to Google.

Instructions:

1. Open your browser on your phone or computer and go to contacts.google.com.
2. Sign in with the same Google account that is used on your Xiaomi.
3. In the lower left corner, you will see the total number of contacts, for example: 247 contacts.
4. For detailed statistics, click on the gear. ⚙️ → Contact management → Combine and correct. This shows the group distribution.

⚠️ Note: If you have not previously enabled contact sync with Google, this method will only show the entries that were added through your Google account, not those stored locally on your phone. → Accounts. → Google → Sync your account and activate the switch opposite Contacts.

💡 Useful Lifehack: Google Contacts can filter out duplicates. Click on three dots (⋮) → Find and combine duplicates. The system will automatically show the repeated records, which will help clean the phone book.

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Method 4: Using the Phone app (for calls)

Few people know, but in the standard Phone app (for calls), you can also see the number of contacts you have -- not all of them, but only those with a linked number -- and this is a good method if you need to quickly estimate the number of contacts you have.

How to see it:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Go to the Contacts tab (usually the second one on the left).
3. Scroll through the list. The bottom can show a counter, like 1 to 50 out of 312.
4. If there's no meter, press the magnifying glass (🔍) search – sometimes the total number is written in the search bar, for example: Search among 312 contacts.

🔹 Limitation: This only shows contacts with phone numbers, and if you have records with just an email or an address, they won't be counted.

Also note that in some versions of MIUI, the Phone app may not show the total number, but only the number of contacts in the current group (e.g., Favorites).

Method 5: through the Engineering Menu (for advanced users)

If you like to "dig" your phone's settings, you can try to find out the number of contacts through the engineering menu, which is suitable for tech-savvy users, because it requires you to enter special codes.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##4636## (this is a universal code for Android).
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information or Usage Statistics.
3. Scroll down to Contacts Provider or Content Providers.
4. The number of entries in the contact database (Contacts count or the like) can be displayed here.

⚠️ Note: Not all Xiaomi models support this code. On some phones, the engineering menu may be blocked or require developer rights. It is also not recommended to change the settings in this menu if you do not know their purpose - this can cause malfunctions in the phone.

📌 Alternative code: Try typing ##2664##, which opens the test menu, where contact information is sometimes displayed. MIUI This code may not work.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to decide, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method, choose the one that suits your tasks:

🔹 Tip: If you plan to transfer contacts to a new phone, it is better to use export to the Internet VCF Google Contacts – These methods give you complete information and make it easy to backup.

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For most users, exporting to VCF or checking through Google Contacts is the best option, and these methods work consistently and do not require technical skills.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Sometimes, when trying to count contacts, you have difficulties, and we've collected some of the most common problems and ways to solve them:

• 🔄 Contacts are not synced with Google: Check your internet connection. Go to Settings → Accounts. → Google → Sync and turn on the contact switch. Update Google Contacts app in Play Market.
• 📱 Contacts app does not show number: Update MIUI Up to the latest version through Settings → The phone. → System Update. Try resetting the app settings: Settings → Annexes → Contacts → Warehouse → Clear the data (⚠️ This will delete temporary files, but not the contacts themselves).
• 🔍 Exported VCF-File is empty: Make sure you choose the right source (phone)/Google/SIM). Check if there are contacts in the selected group (for example, if you export from the group). SIM, But it's not on the record).

⚠️ Warning: If after all the manipulations, the number of contacts seems suspiciously small (for example, 10 instead of the expected 500), check if some records are hidden (⋮) → Display settings and make sure all sources are selected (Phone, Google, SIM).

It’s also worth remembering that some messengers (like WhatsApp or Telegram) create their own contacts that can duplicate the main ones. To exclude them, turn off the display of contacts from social networks in the Contacts app settings before counting.

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