How to find out the number of contacts on the Xiaomi smartphone: all working methods

Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to know the exact number of contacts saved — whether for backup, memory cleaning or migration to a new device. Unlike the iPhone, where this information is displayed directly in the Contacts app, MIUI does not have this feature by default, but there are at least 5 reliable ways to get this data, including hidden system tools and third-party services.

In this article, we will look at all the current methods, from standard MIUI settings to using Google Contacts and specialized applications, pay special attention to the nuances of synchronization that can distort the real number of records, and give recommendations for optimizing the phone book. If you have ever wondered why Xiaomi does not show the number of contacts?, the answers and solutions are found below.

1. Verification through the standard “Contacts” application in MIUI

The most obvious, but not always accurate, way to do this is to use Xiaomi’s built-in Contacts app. Depending on the version of MIUI (12-14), the interface may vary slightly, but the general logic holds.

Open the Contacts app (an icon with a person's silhouette on a green background) at the top of the screen you'll see tabs: All, Favorites, Groups. By default, the All tab is active - all saved contacts are displayed here, including those synced with Google, Mi Account and the other ones. SIM-But in the MIUI There is no direct counter to the total number of contacts - you will have to use a workaround.

• 📱 You can scroll through the contact list to the end, and at the bottom, you'll see a hint with the number of records (e.g., "1-50 out of 487»).
• 🔍 If there is no hint, try pressing three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings → Contact management.
• ⚠️ In some firmware (for example, MIUI 13 Global) this method does not work - the number is displayed only for individual groups.

⚠️ Note: If you have custom firmware installed (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the standard Contacts app may not be available.

2. Export contacts to VCF file: accurate count

This method gives 100% accurate number of contacts, as it is based on the data of the exported file. It is suitable for all Xiaomi models (from Redmi Note 7 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra) and does not depend on the version of MIUI.

1. Open the Contacts app → press ⋮ (three-point) → Contact management → Import/Export of contacts.
2. Select Export to Device (or Export to File) and the system will prompt you to save a file with the.vcf extension.
3. Specify a folder to save (for example, Downloads) and confirm export.

Now open any file manager (like Files by Google or embedded Files), find the exported file (usually called contacts.vcf) and click on it.The system will prompt you to open the file through the Contacts app - select View. At the top of the screen will display the exact number of contacts (such as "487 contacts").

Turn off sync with Mi Account before export | Check that the file is saved in.vcf| Do not edit the file before counting | Use the original Contacts app, not third-party ones

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If the file does not open, send it to your computer and open it via Notepad.++ Excel (each recording begins with a BEGIN:VCARD). Number of blocks BEGIN:VCARD number of contacts.

3. Use of Google Contacts for counting

If your contacts are synced to your Google account, it's the fastest and most reliable method, even on devices with corrupted firmware or after resetting. Importantly, it only shows those contacts that are saved to your Google account, not on your Google account. SIM-card or phone memory.

Instructions:

1. Open your browser on your phone or computer and go to https://contacts.google.com.
2. Sign in with the same Google account that is linked to your Xiaomi.
3. In the left menu, select Contacts (if tags are displayed, click on All Contacts).
4. The upper right corner will indicate the total number (e.g., “1–50 out of 324”).

The advantage of this method is that it can filter by tag, group and duplicate. For example, you can see how many contacts do not have a phone number or email. There is also a tool for merging duplicates (Actions → Find and combine duplicates).

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If the number of contacts on Google and phone is different, check the sync settings: Settings → Accounts → Google → Contact Sync. Perhaps sync is disabled or works with errors.

4. Third-party applications for contact analysis

If standard methods don't work (for example, due to custom firmware or lack of synchronization), third-party applications will come to the rescue. We tested 5 popular tools and selected the two most reliable ones:

How to use:

1. Install one of the apps from Google Play (like Contacts Optimizer).
2. Start it and give access to the contacts.
3. In the main menu, select Contact Analysis or Statistics.
4. The app will show the total number, number of takes, contacts without numbers and other metrics.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Truecaller) may display an inflated number of contacts due to integration with the spammer database.

5. Check through Mi Account (for Chinese firmware)

If your Xiaomi runs on Chinese firmware (e.g., the Redmi K50 Pro for the domestic market), standard methods may not work due to the limitations of the Mi Account.

Go to Settings. → Accounts. → Mi Account → Synchronization. This shows you a list of synchronized data, including contacts. Click on Contacts, and the system will show the date of last sync and the number of records. Please note that this method only works for contacts associated with Mi Account, not Google or Google. SIM-map.

For global firmware devices, this method is irrelevant – use Google Contacts or export to.vcf.

6. ADB commands for advanced users

If you're familiar with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), you can get the number of contacts through the command line, which is suitable for diagnosing or automating tasks, but requires technical skills.

Instructions:

1. Enable USB Debugging in the Developer Settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version – Press 7 times, then return to Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your phone to your computer and execute the command: adb shell content query --uri content://com.android.contacts/contacts --projection count(*)
3. The result will be derived as a number (for example, count = 487).

To filter contacts by account, use the extended request:

adb shell content query --uri content://com.android.contacts/raw_contacts --where "account_type='com.google'" --projection count(*)

This command will show the number of contacts associated with the Google account.

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ADB-commands give the most accurate number of contacts, including hidden or corrupted records that are not displayed in the standard interface.

Frequent problems and solutions

When counting contacts on Xiaomi, users encounter common mistakes, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

• 🔄 Different amount on Google and phone: Turn off sync with Mi Account in Settings → Accounts, then sync with Google again.
• 📵 Contacts not exported: Check permissions for the Contact app in Settings → Annexes → Permits.
• 👥 Contact Duplicates: Use Google Contacts (web version) for merger or Contacts Optimizer app.
• 🔒 Blocked Access to Contacts: Reset permissions for all applications in Settings → Annexes → ⋮ → Reset permits.

If after all the manipulations the number of contacts still does not match, check:

• Availability of contacts SIM-map (not synchronized with the cloud).
• Hidden contacts in groups (e.g., Hidden or Archives).
• Contacts from messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram), which can be duplicated in the phone book.

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