Owners of Xiaomi Mi 10 smartphones often face the need to personalize calls to instantly recognize the interlocutor on the screen. the standard shell MIUI offers flexible tools for managing the phone book, but the process of installing an image can have its nuances, due to the peculiarities of synchronizing data and choosing a source of storage.
The procedure for adding an avatar does not require deep technical knowledge, but it requires careful consideration when choosing an account to save. If you want a photo to be displayed not only on your device, but also when calling through messengers or other gadgets, it is important to set priorities correctly.
In this guide, we will take a look at how to install images in detail, and also solve typical problems when the image “flys” or does not appear at the caller.
Selecting a Save Source: Local or Google
The first and most important step is to determine where the contact with the photo will be recorded. Modern versions of Android and MIUI often offer saving to a Google account by default, which is the best option for backup.
However, if you plan to use the image only on this particular Xiaomi Mi 10 device and do not need to sync, you can choose local storage.
When you create a new record, the system automatically prompts you to select the addressee, and if you want to change an existing contact, you first need to open the card and find the edit button.
- 📱 Google account – provides synchronization of photos on all devices and when changing your smartphone.
- 💾 Phone Memory – Photos are only stored on Xiaomi’s current device and do not take up space in the cloud.
- 🔄 Hybrid mode – allows you to copy contacts between sources while saving media files.
⚠️ Note: When you reset your phone to Factory Reset, all contacts stored in your phone’s memory will be permanently deleted.
It is recommended to always choose sync with Google, as this allows you to recover the phone book even in the event of loss or theft of the gadget.
Installation of photos through the standard Contacts app
The most direct way to add an image is to use the built-in Contacts app, which is part of the MIUI system suite. The interface may vary slightly depending on the firmware version, but the logic of actions remains the same.
Open the app and find the entry you want in the list. If you don't have a contact yet, click the button to create a new record (usually a plus in the corner of the screen). In the edit menu that opens, you'll see a circular area at the top of the screen that's designed for the avatar.
☑️ Algorithm of action
Click on the camera icon or an empty circle. The system will suggest choosing the source of the image: take a picture right now or download from the gallery. For the Xiaomi Mi 10 with its high-quality screen, it is recommended to choose high-resolution photos.
When you select the picture, the framing editor will open, so you can move the frame so that the face of the person you're talking to is in the center, which is important because when you call in, you only see the center of the image.
After framing, click the confirmation button (check or “Done”). Remember to then click the Save button at the bottom or top of the screen, otherwise all changes will be lost.
Adding an image via Google Contacts
An alternative and more reliable method is to use a separate Google Contacts app, which ensures that the photo is linked to your Gmail account, not your local one. SIM-phone-card.
If you don't have a separate app installed, you can download it from the Play Market. However, on the Xiaomi Mi 10, it's often pre-installed. Open the app, find the contact, and tap it.
At the top of the contact card, there's a round icon. Click on it to add or change a photo. The interface here is more minimal, but the framing and selection functionality from the gallery is present in full.
The main advantage of this method is instant sync, and once you save the changes to Xiaomi, the photo will appear in the phone book on any other Android device that has logged in to the same account.
| Parameter | Through MIUI Contacts | Through Google Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Synchronization | Depends on the settings. | Automatic. |
| Interface. | Extended (MIUI) | Minimalist |
| Photo preservation | Locally or in the cloud | Only in the Google cloud |
| Availability | Only on the device. | On all account devices |
Why can't the photos be synchronized?
Image editing and cropping
The quality of the display of the photo on the lock screen or during a conversation depends on the correct framing. The screen Xiaomi Mi 10 has an aspect ratio that can crop off the excess parts of the picture if you do not adjust the frame.
When you select a photo, the system will offer a framing tool. Use two fingers to zoom in to get the face closer. Try to leave some space around your head so that when you change the size of the avatar's circle, your face doesn't get cut off.
Some versions of MIUI have filters and basic retouching tools available, and while they are useful for social media, it is better to use an original, clear image for contact photos without unnecessary processing to keep it natural.
If the original photo is low resolution, the system can warn of a possible deterioration in quality. 2340×1080 pixels that are equipped with Xiaomi Mi 10, It is desirable to use images of at least a size 500x500 pixel.
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Use portrait photos where the face occupies most of the frame, which will ensure better readability of the avatar even in the small round window of the incoming call.
Synchronization and display on different devices
One of the common problems is when the photo is installed, but only displayed by the owner of the number, and the interlocutor sees a standard silhouette, which is due to the way modern protocols for transmitting data about the caller work.
Standard telephony doesn't send contact images to other subscribers. The photo you've installed is only visible to you. To make your contact with the photo visible to others, you need to use services like Google Contacts (for Android users) or instant messengers.
To sync between your devices (like your tablet and Xiaomi phone), make sure that both devices have contact sync enabled. Check this in Settings -> Accounts and Sync.
If you change your phone, just log in to your Google account on your new device, and all photos saved in the cloud will be automatically uploaded.
⚠️ Note: When transferring contacts with SIM-Smartphone cards are usually not transferred, as memory SIM-The card is not intended for storing graphic files.
Solution: Photos are not saved or disappear
Xiaomi Mi 10 users sometimes encounter a bug when the installed photos are dropped after a phone restart or system update, most often due to access rights conflict or synchronization errors.
The first thing to do is check the permissions for the Contacts and Storage application. Go to Settings -> Apps -> All Apps, look for Contacts, and make sure that memory is allowed.
The second step is to clear the cache. In the same menu, select Memory and click Clear Cache. This won't delete your data, but it can fix interface display errors.
If the problem persists, try to delete the problem contact and recreate it by choosing a Google account as your location, rather than a Phone or SIM, which will force the process of correctly recording data.
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Stability of photo storage depends on the choice of storage: Google’s cloud account guarantees data security better than the device’s local memory.