How to turn the video on the phone Xiaomi

Random shooting in the wrong orientation is a classic problem that every smartphone owner faces: you shoot a vertical video, and when you play it on the screen or after downloading it on social networks, it turns 90 or 180 degrees, which not only spoils the viewing experience, but also makes the content uncomfortable to perceive. Fortunately, on Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones, this problem is solved quickly and without the need to send a file to the computer.

The MIUI operating system and the newer HyperOS offer built-in tools for basic media editing. You don't have to download heavy programs from the Google Play store if you just need to change the orientation of the frame. However, if standard methods don't work or compression quality doesn't suit you, there are always proven alternatives.

In this detailed guide, we will look at all the ways to correct orientation video, we will look at the regular tools of the gallery, the capabilities of cloud services and the functionality of specialized applications, you will learn to correct shooting errors in a few seconds, maintaining the original image quality.

Staffing opportunities of the editor of the MIUI Gallery

The fastest way to fix the position of the frame is to use the built-in editor, which is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices, and has enough functionality for basic operations: cropping, rotating and overlaying filters, the main advantage of this method is that there is no need to install additional software and the risk of advertising while working.

To get started, open the Gallery app and find the video you want. Click on the Change button (usually the pencil icon or slider icon at the bottom of the screen). In the menu that opens, select the Edit tab, and then find the Cover or Turn tool. By clicking on the turn icon, you will change your orientation 90 degrees clockwise.

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When you rotate a video in a regular gallery, the quality is not lost, since only the orientation metadata changes, and the entire stream is not recoded.

Once you have achieved the correct position of the image, be sure to click Save or Save as. The second option is preferable if you want to leave the original file unchanged in case of an error. The system will automatically process the file and save it in the album with edited materials.

⚠️ Note: If after saving the video in the gallery still plays incorrectly in other players, the problem may be in the metadata cache.

It's worth noting that the interface may vary slightly depending on the firmware version. In older versions of MIUI, tools can be hidden in the submenu, whereas in HyperOS they are brought to the main editing screen. In any case, the logic of the work remains the same for all devices of the brand.

Using Google Photos to Correct Orientation

If the standard Xiaomi gallery doesn’t display the file correctly for some reason or you prefer the Google ecosystem, you can use the Google Photos app, which is pre-installed on most modern smartphones and syncs with the cloud, allowing you to edit files immediately after shooting.

The algorithm is simple: launch the app, select the clip you want, and click Change. In the bottom menu, select the Cut tool. There you will see an icon with two arrows forming a circle, which is a turn button. Press it until the video is in the right position.

An important feature of Google Photos is the ability to roll back changes. If you accidentally saved the wrong version, just open the file again, click three dots in the corner and select Undo changes. This will bring back the original, which is very convenient when experimenting with framing.

The app also automatically analyzes content and can suggest improving color reproduction or stabilizing the image, and although these features are redundant for simple rotation, they can be useful for final processing before posting to social networks.

Third-party applications for advanced editing

When built-in tools aren't enough, specialized video editors come to the rescue, allowing you to not only change orientation, but also add music, text and transitions. Redmi and Poco are great for lightweight and functional solutions that do not overload the processor.

• 📱 VN Video Editor is a professional tool with free functionality that allows you to accurately set the corner and work with multi-layer projects.
• 🎬 InShot is a popular social media app where you can quickly flip a video, change the aspect ratio and add frames.
• 🔄 Video Rotate & Flip – a utility sharpened exclusively for changing orientation and mirror reflection, works very quickly.

So let's take InShot, and look at the Rotate tool, and you can not only rotate the video 90 degrees, but you can also reflect it horizontally or vertically, and this is useful if the video was shot through the front camera and the text on the clothes or signs is read in a mirror.

⚠️ Attention: Free versions of editors often add a watermark for export.Look for the logo removal button (often in the form of a cross when saving) or use the paid version.

Using third-party software makes sense if you plan to process content regularly. Apps like CapCut or VN allow you to save presets, which speeds up the work when creating series of similar videos for TikTok or Instagram Reels.

Comparison of video processing methods

To make it easier for you to choose the right way, we have prepared a comparison table that will help you evaluate the pros and cons of each method depending on your goals: quickly editing a single file or creating complex content.

As you can see from the table, the best fit for one-off tasks is built-in tools: they provide maximum speed and retain the original bitrate of the video. Third-party applications win in functionality, but take time to master the interface and adjust export parameters.

Online services (browser converters) are only mentioned in passing, as they require stable internet and often have limits on file size. Uploading personal videos to unknown servers is also not always secure from a privacy perspective.

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To quickly edit one file, use the regular gallery. To create content on social networks, choose VN or InShot.

Solving problems with autoturning the screen

Users often confuse the rotation of the video file itself with blocking the orientation of the smartphone screen. If you do not have an autorotation of the picture when viewing, it may not be the file, but the settings of the Xiaomi system.

Check the status of the Autoturn system function. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification curtain. Find the icon with the lock or arrows. If the red color is on or the lock is closed, the turn is blocked in vertical mode.

It's also worth checking the settings of a particular application. Some video players have their own lock button on top of the image, which ignores the system settings of the gyroscope. Click on the screen while playing and look for the corresponding icon.

• 🔒 Check if the “Do not turn” mode in the notification curtain is turned on.
• 📱 Make sure the proximity sensor or case does not cover the top of the screen.
• 🔄 Restart the Gallery app if there is no touch response to the device's rotation.

If the autorotation doesn’t work anywhere but one application, the problem may be a software failure of a particular software. Try clearing the app’s cache through the Settings menu → Apps → All apps.

Frequent errors in maintaining results

Even if you do everything right, you might end up with a situation where you don't save the result, and one of the common mistakes is that you don't have enough space in your memory. When you save the edited version, the system often creates a copy of the file rather than replacing the original, which requires extra space.

Another problem is the file format, and if you've shot in high resolution 4K 60fps or HEVC (H.265), some older versions of editors may not properly process the metadata of the turn, so the video can only be turned over for preview, but it can go vertical again when it's sent to the messenger.

To avoid data loss, always use Save as a copy. This will create a new file, and in case of artifacts or coding errors, you will have the source, the original file can only be deleted after checking the copy on different devices.

⚠️ Note: When converting formats (e.g. from MOV into MP4) Try to save the original container of the file, if the editor allows.

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