How to Duplicate Apps on Xiaomi: A Complete Picture Guide

Why would you want to take a take on a Xiaomi app? Imagine you have two accounts on Telegram, WhatsApp or social media, but it's not easy to log in every time. Or you're testing a beta version of a messenger without risking the main profile. Or you just want to split work and personal notifications in one app. App cloning solves these problems without having to buy a second smartphone.

Smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco based on the shell MIUI They offer built-in tools for duplicating applications — but not everyone knows how to use them correctly. In this article, we will examine 3 proven methods: from the standard dual application function to third-party launchers and technical tricks for advanced users. We will also tell you which applications can not be duplicated and why.

⚠️ Important: Not all methods work on custom firmware or unlocked bootloaders. If your Xiaomi is running on Pixel Experience or other alternative firmware, the built-in cloning feature may not be available.

Method 1: Built-in dual applications in MIUI

The easiest and safest way to use a regular tool MIUI. It is available on most Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices (except for the most budget models with cropped firmware.

To activate it:

1. Open the Settings → Applications.
2. Select Double Apps (on some versions) MIUI It is hidden in Special Opportunities → Dual annexes).
3. Find the right app in the list (such as WhatsApp or WhatsApp). VK) And move the slider to the right.
4. Confirm the creation of the double - a second icon with an icon will appear on the desktop ⧉.

✅ Pros of the method:

• 🔄 Does not require root rights or third-party programs.
• 🛡️ Complete data isolation between the original and the duplicate.
• 📱 It works on most Xiaomi models (except the Redmi Go and some older devices).

❌ Cons:

• 🚫 Not all apps are supported (e.g. Google Pay or banking apps are often blocked).
• 📦 The double takes up additional memory space (about the same as the original).
• 🔄 Update MIUI duplicate applications may be reset.

Method 2: Third-party launchers with cloning support

If you're in your version MIUI There's no dual apps (or it doesn't support the right messenger), alternative launchers will come to the rescue, not only changing the look of the desktop, but also adding advanced features, including app cloning.

The most popular options are:

• 🌐 Nova Launcher (Nova Launcher TeslaCoil plugin for cloning).
• 📱 Apex Launcher (requires purchase of premium version).
• 🔄 Parallel Space (specialized application for creating sandboxes").
• 🛡️ 2Accounts (Parallel Space, but with better optimization for Xiaomi).

🔹 Instructions for Parallel Space:

1. Download Parallel Space from Google Play.
2. Launch the application and provide the necessary permissions.
3. In the main menu, click Add the app and select the right one from the list.
4. Now you have a separate sandbox with a duplicate of the app.

⚠️ Note: Some banking applications (such as SberBank Online or Tinkoff) may block Parallel Space because of security policies, in which case only root or a second physical smartphone will help.

Install Parallel Space from the official store

Provide all requested permits

Add an appendix to the list for cloning

Check the work of the double (some functions may be limited)-->

Method 3: Technical cloning through ADB (advanced)

If the first two methods don't work (for example, because of firmware limitations or specific applications), you can use the developer tools. ADB (Android Debug Bridge, but gives you the most flexibility.

🔹 What's the matter:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press to activate the developer mode, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

🔹 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices If the device appears in the list, you can continue.
4. Find out the batch name of the application (for example, for Telegram it is org.telegram.messenger). You can do this through the command: adb shell pm list packages | grep "application name"
5. Create a clone of the application with the command: adb shell pm install --user 0 -i "com.android.vending" -r "/path/to/base.apk" --clone (substitute /path/to/base.apk downhill APK-file).

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB If you're not sure what you're doing, you'd better use the first or second method.

What applications can not be duplicated (and why)

Not all programs can be cloned without consequences, some block duplicated software due to security policies, others just don't work properly, and here's a list of applications that might be problematic:

💡 Tip: Before cloning banking or payment applications, check their security policies. Some banks (e.g. Alfa-Bank) may regard duplication as an attempt at fraud and temporarily block access.

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If you want to duplicate WhatsApp Business with regular WhatsApp, use the official solution from Meta: install both apps from Google Play without cloning.

How to remove the duplicate of the application on Xiaomi

If the cloned application is no longer needed, it can be removed in several ways, depending on the method of creating the duplicate.

🔹 For the built-in function Dual applications:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Double Apps.
2. Find the desired application in the list and move the slider to the left.
3. Confirm the removal – the take will disappear from the desktop.

🔹 For Parallel Space or 2Accounts:

1. Open the launcher app.
2. Find the duplicate app in the list.
3. Click on the basket icon or select Remove.
4. Clear the launcher cache in the smartphone settings (Settings) → Annexes → Parallel Space → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

🔹 For ADB-clone:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and open the command line.
2. Enter the command to delete: adb uninstall --user 0 Packet name.applications (replace the batch name.applications with the real name of the package).

⚠️ Note: When removing the double through ADB You may accidentally delete the original application.Always check the batch name with the adb shell pm list packages command. | grep “title".

Frequent mistakes and how to fix them

When cloning applications on Xiaomi, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

🔸 "Double Apps" are not displayed in the settings

• 📌 Check the version. MIUI — on old firmware (below) MIUI (10) this function may not be.
• 📌 Update your smartphone to the latest version via Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📌 On some models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, Poco) X3) function hidden – try searching through the search bar in the settings.

🔸 Duplicate of the application is not updated

• 📌 Remove the take and create it again – sometimes it helps to reboot the smartphone.
• 📌 Update the original app through Google Play, not through Google Play APK-file.
• 📌 If you are using Parallel Space, update the launcher app itself.

🔸 Notifications don't come in doubles

• 📌 Check notification settings for the cloned application (Settings) → Notifications → Application settings).
• 📌 Turn off battery optimization for double (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → Find the take and turn off optimization).
• 📌 For MIUI 12+ Resetting notification settings (Settings) can help → Notifications → Additionally. → Resetting settings).

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If the application double stopped working after the update MIUI, Try to roll back the system to the previous version through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Three points. → Select the update package (you need a pre-downloaded firmware file).

Alternative ways: a second account without cloning

If duplication is not available for some reason, there are workarounds to work with multiple accounts in one application:

🔹 Built-in functions of messengers:

• 💬 Telegram supports multi-profile (up to 3 accounts in one app).To add a second account, click on the arrow next to your name in the side menu.
• 📱 WhatsApp Business can be installed next to the regular WhatsApp – they will work independently.
• 🌐 VK and OK Allows you to quickly switch between accounts in your profile settings.

🔹 Web versions and PWA:

• 🌍 Open the web version of the messenger (for example, Telegram Web) in the Chrome browser and add it to the desktop as PWA-attachment.
• 📌 Use the Desktop mode in the browser for easy management.

🔹 Android Emulators on PC:

• 🖥️ Install BlueStacks or LDPlayer and log in there under your second account.
• 🎮 This solution is suitable for games (for example, Clash Royale or Brawl Stars) where multi-accounting is allowed.

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Tinder or Badoo) block accounts when emulators are detected, and it is better to use official cloning methods on your smartphone.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions