Mi Remote on Android Xiaomi: a complete guide to the universal remote in your smartphone

Have you ever lost a remote control at the most inopportune moment? With Xiaomi, this problem is solved with one click: the Mi Remote app turns your smartphone into a universal remote control. But many users still do not know its existence or do not know how to use it.

This article will not only tell you what Mi Remote is on Xiaomi’s Android, but also reveal all the hidden features of Mi Remote, from controlling your TV to setting up your smart home. We’ll figure out what devices are supported, how to add new technology, why the remote may not work, and even learn how to create your own commands. If you think this app is only for switching channels, you’ll be surprised how much more functional it is!

This information will be especially useful for owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO, Because it's pre-installed on most of the brand's devices, but even if it's not, we're going to show you how to download and configure the Mi Remote from scratch, and we're going to turn your smartphone into a control center for all the hardware in your home?

What is Mi Remote and why you need it on Xiaomi

Mi Remote is an official solution from Xiaomi that allows you to control household appliances through infrared (IR) port Wi-Fi/Bluetooth. The main advantage is that you do not need to look for native remotes for each device: all control is concentrated in one application on the smartphone.

The app was originally developed for TVs, but today it supports more than 5,000 models from different brands, including:

• 📺 Televisions (Samsung, LG, Sony, Xiaomi TV etc.)
• 🎮 Air conditioning (Gree, Midea, Daikin)
• 🔊 Audio systems and soundbars
• 💡 Smart lamps and sockets (via Mi Home)
• 🖥️ Projectors and Media Players (Xiaomi Mi Box, Apple) TV)

It is important to understand that Mi Remote works on two principles:

1. Infrared port (IR) — for traditional equipment (TVs, air conditioners) IR-sensor on a smartphone (available on most models Xiaomi and Redmi mid-range / premium segment).
2. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth — for smart devices (Xiaomi Mi) TV, Yeelight smart lamps, Aqara sockets.

⚠️ Note: If your smartphone is not equipped IR-port (e.g., port, POCO X3 Pro or budget models Redmi, the application will be able to manage only smart appliances over Wi-Fi. IR can be in the characteristics of the device or the presence of black glass in the upper part of the body.

What Xiaomi smartphones support Mi remote

Not all Xiaomi devices can work with the Mi Remote to the fullest.

To find out for sure if there is IR-Port on your smartphone, do one of the steps:

• 🔍 Check out the features of mi.com (Sensors section").
• 📱 Open Mi Remote – if you add a device, you are asked to direct your smartphone to the equipment, then IR eat.
• 🕵️ External examination: IR-The sensor looks like a small black glass at the top of the body (near the front camera).

How to install and configure Mi Remote on Android

If the app is not pre-installed on your smartphone, it can be downloaded for free from Google Play:

1. Open the Mi Remote page in the Play Market.
2. Click "Install" and wait for the download to be completed.
3. Launch the application and provide the necessary permissions (camera, location, Wi-Fi).

After installation, perform the initial setting:

Give all the permissions requested (IR, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)

Choose the type of equipment (TV, air conditioning, etc.)

Specify the brand and model (or select "Search")

Point your smartphone to the device and follow the instructions

Check the operation of the main buttons (on/off, volume)

Save the device to the list of favorites-->

If your model of technology is not found in the database, try:

• 🔄 Choose a similar model of the same brand.
• 📋 Use the Learning function (available for some devices) – the remote “remembers” commands from the original remote.
• 📧 Write in support of Xiaomi through the application (Profile) → Feedback).

⚠️ Note: When setting up an air conditioner or split system, be sure to specify the exact model. Incorrect settings can lead to a malfunction of the climate engineering (for example, to freeze the radiator).

How to add a new device to the Mi Remote

The addition of technology does not take more 2-3 Let's take a look at the process of television:

1. Open the Mi remote and press "+" lower-right.
2. Select a category, such as "TV".
3. Specify the brand (Samsung, LG If you don't know the exact model, select "Search engine".
4. Point the top of the smartphone (where it is located) IR-sensor) on the TV and hold the "Test" button".
5. If the TV reacted (on/off), click "Yes, it works".
6. Set up buttons (if necessary) and save the device.

For smart devices (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) TV or Yeelight lamps, the process is slightly different:

• 🌐 The device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the smartphone.
• 🔗 In Mi Remote, select the category "Smart Home".
• 🔑 Sign in with your Xiaomi account (if required).
• 📱 Select the device from the list of connected devices in Mi Home.

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If the Mi Remote doesn’t find your smart lamp, try adding it to the Mi Home app first and then syncing the data in Settings. → Smart home.

Extended Mi Remote Features: Which You Didn't Know About

Most users use Mi Remote only for basic functions (on/off, channel switching), but the app hides a few useful features:

1. Creation of user commands

You can program the chain of action into a single button, like:

• 🎬 "Movie: Turn off the lights (smart lamp), turn on the TV, launch Netflix.
• 🌙 "Good night: Turn off the TV, air conditioning and charging socket.

How to set up:

1. Open the device in Mi Remote.
2. Go to Settings. → User teams.
3. Click "Create" and add a sequence of actions.
4. Save and assign a name (e.g., Mode Mode).

Scheduled management

Timer allows you to automate the on/off of equipment.

• ⏰ Air conditioning (set 30 minutes before returning home).
• 🌞 Smart curtains (open in the morning on weekdays).
• 📺 TV (enable your favorite channel at the beginning of the broadcast).

Voice control

If you have Google Assistant or Alice configured on your smartphone, you can control voice technique via Mi Remote.

• "Okay, Google, turn on the TV through the Mi remote."
• "Alice, put on the TV Channel One."

4. Projector mode

For projector owners (Xiaomi Mi Projector or other brands) in Mi remote has a special mode with advanced settings:

• 🎛️ Correction of trapezoidal distortions.
• 🔊 Channel sound adjustment.
• 🖥️ Rapid switching of signal sources (HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi).

Why Mi Remote does not work: causes and solutions

If the application does not control the technique or is working with failures, check the following points:

If the problem is not solved, try:

• 🔄 Reset the application settings (Settings) → Annexes → Mi remote → Warehouse → Clear the data).
• 📱 Reinstall Mi Remote (remove and download again).
• 📋 Check the compatibility of your equipment on the support site Xiaomi.

⚠️ Note: If after the Android Mi update, the remote control stopped seeing IR-sensor, this may be due to changes in firmware, and in this case, a rollback to the previous version will help. MIUI or custom firmware installation (for example, Xiaomi.EU).

Alternatives to Mi Remote: What to do if not IR-port

If your smartphone is not equipped IR-sensor, but you want to control the appliances from a smartphone, consider these alternatives:

1. Smart remotes with Bluetooth/Wi-Fi

Devices like Xiaomi Mi Smart Remote or BroadLink RM4 Pro connect to the smartphone on Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and control the technique through IR. Cost: from 1500 before 3000 ruble.

2. Applications from manufacturers of equipment

Many brands offer their solutions:

• 📺 Samsung SmartThings for Samsung TVs and home appliances.
• 🌡️ Daikin Online Controller for Daikin Air Conditioners.
• 🎮 LG ThinQ for technology LG.

General applications

If you have an original remote but want to duplicate it on your smartphone, try:

• 📱 AnyMote (works with anyMote) IR-adapter).
• 🔘 SURE Universal Remote (supports Wi-Fi devices).

The main disadvantage of alternatives is that they often require the purchase of additional equipment (IR-Adapters) or have a limited support base compared to the Mi Remote.

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Mi Remote remains the best solution for Xiaomi owners thanks to deep integration with the new Xiaomi. MIUI, Supporting smart ecosystem devices and regular updates to the technology base.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Mi Remote on Xiaomi