How to add a photo to a contact on Xiaomi Redmi 9: all ways to personalize

Want to see a friend, colleague or relative on the Xiaomi Redmi 9 screen when you call in? Contact personalization not only makes it easier to search the phone book, but also makes communication brighter. In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can add a photo to your contact, from standard MIUI features to hidden Google Contacts.

Many users face problems: the image is not saved, cropped incorrectly or disappears altogether after synchronization. We will tell you how to avoid these errors and choose the best method depending on your needs. For example, if you want to have a photo displayed on all devices (including a tablet or a computer), you should use Google Account.

Important: The instructions are relevant for Redmi 9 based on MIUI 12/13/14 (including global and Chinese firmware versions).If you have a different model, check the compatibility of methods at the end of the article.

Method 1: Through the standard "Contact" application

The easiest way is to use the built-in Contacts app (an icon with a human silhouette on a green background) preinstalled on all Xiaomi smartphones and does not require additional downloads.

1. Open the app and find the contact you want in the list (or create a new one through the + button).
2. Slip on the contact, then tap on the camera icon (or the person's silhouette if the photo isn't already).
3. Select the source: 📷 Take a photo – activates the camera for a snapshot. 🖼️ Gallery – allows you to select an existing image. 🎨 Avatars – offers standard icons from MIUI.

Cut the photo (if necessary) and save the changes.

⚠️ Note: If the contact is synced with Google, the changes may not be saved.

Photo has a resolution of at least 300×300 pixels

Contact is not duplicated in the phone book

Google sync is disabled (if local storage is required)

Contacts app updated to the latest version-->

After saving the photo will be displayed when incoming calls, in SMS and in the contact list. If the image does not appear, restart your smartphone or clear the cache of the Contacts app in the settings.

Method 2: Google Contacts (Sync with the Cloud)

If you use a Google Account to back up your contacts, the added photo will be available on all devices (Android, iOS, web), a method that is suitable for those who often change smartphones or work with multiple gadgets.

Instructions:

1. Open Google Contacts in your browser or app.
2. Find the right contact and click on it.
3. Click on the camera icon in the upper right corner (web) or tap on the silhouette (mobile app).
4. Download a photo from the device or take a new picture.
5. Save the changes – synchronization will happen automatically.
6. Assign a unique melody + photo: In the contact card, tap the ring melody. Choose a track and save - now the call will display both a photo and a personal melody.

⚠️ Note: Animated avatars are supported only in firmware MIUI 12.5+. If you have an older version, upgrade your smartphone through Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system.

Another hidden feature is group photos, where if you add the same image for multiple contacts (like family or colleagues), they will be displayed in the list with a common icon, which is convenient for quick navigation.

Method 4: Third-party applications (Truecaller, Sync.ME)

If the standard methods don't work, you can use third-party applications that offer advanced features, such as:

• 🔍 Automatic addition of photos from VK, Facebook, Instagram.
• 🛡️ Blocking Spam and Fraudsters.
• 🌍 Global Number Database (useful for international contacts).

The most popular applications:

To add a photo via Truecaller:

1. Install the app and allow access to contacts.
2. Open the contact card in Truecaller.
3. Click Edit → Add a photo.
4. Select the source (gallery, camera or search in social networks).

⚠️ Note: Apps like Truecaller collect data about your contacts. If privacy is more important than convenience, use standard methods or turn off sync after adding photos.

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If a contact photo doesn’t show up in Truecaller, try clearing the app cache or reinstalling it. Also check if access to contacts is blocked in your Android settings (Settings → Apps → Truecaller → Permissions).

Problems and Solutions: Why is the photo not saved?

Sometimes Redmi 9 users find that the added photo disappears or does not appear.

• 🔄 Duplicate contacts: If one number is saved to both Google and the Internet MIUI, Photos can be "conflicted." Combine the takes through Settings. → Contacts → Connecting contacts.
• 📵 No internet: Google Contacts requires a network connection. Check mobile data or Wi-Fi.
• 🔧 Sync failure: Open Settings → Accounts. → Google and manually start syncing.
• 📱 Outdated firmware: On MIUI 11 and below, you may have a photo display bug.

If the problem persists, try:

1. Remove and re-introduce contact.
2. Clear the cache of the Contacts app (Settings → Apps → Contacts → Memory → Clear the cache).
3. Reset the Contacts app settings (in the same application settings).

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If the photo is not displayed only when an incoming call is made, check the settings of the Phone application: it is possible that the display of avatars in Settings → Calls → Caller Identification is disabled.

How to change or delete a photo of a contact?

If you want to update or delete the image:

For Local Contacts (MIUI):

1. Open contact → tap on the photo.
2. Select Change Photo or click on the basket icon (🗑️) remove.

For Google Contacts:

1. Go to contacts.google.com.
2. Find a contact → click on the photo → Delete or Change.

⚠️ Note: When you delete a photo via Google Contacts, the changes will apply to all devices associated with this account. If you only need to save a photo on Redmi 9, use local editing (Method 1).

Tips for choosing photos for contacts

To ensure that the photo is well displayed on the lock screen and when calling, follow these recommendations:

• 🔄 Format: Supported JPG, PNG and WEBP. Animated GIF work only in MIUI 13+.

To create the perfect photo contact, you can use the applications:

• Remini – improves the quality of blurred images.
• PicsArt - pruning under a round shape, adding frames.
• Adobe Photoshop Express – Color and Contrast Correction.

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If you want a contact photo to be displayed on the lock screen when SMS, turn on the option in the message settings: Settings → Notifications → Show the sender photo.

FAQ: Frequent questions