Mi Remote on Xiaomi: full setup instructions for managing any equipment

Xiaomi’s Mi Remote is a versatile smartphone appliance management solution that is often underrated. Many users don’t even know that their Redmi is a real-life solution, POCO Xiaomi 13 replace 5-7 Physical remotes: from TV to air conditioning. However, the standard instruction in the application often does not mention the nuances of settings for different brands of equipment, and some functions (for example, managing Yeelight smart lamps or robot vacuum cleaners) are hidden so deep that it is almost impossible to find them without a hint.

In this article, we will analyze not only the basic setting of Mi Remote, but also reveal the hidden features of the application, which the manufacturer does not advertise: from creating custom commands for rare models of equipment to integration with Google Assistant and Alice. We'll focus on solving typical problems, like when the remote doesn't see the device, resets or is late. All instructions are relevant for Mi Remote. v6.5.2 (June-end 2026) and tested on smartphones with MIUI 14/15.

1. Preparation of the smartphone: what to do before installing Mi Remote

Before downloading the app, make sure your Xiaomi meets the minimum requirements.Mi Remote officially supports devices with:

• 📱 Android 8.0+ (On older versions, there may be failures with the IR transmitter)
• 🔦 Infrared port (IR) - its presence can be checked in the characteristics of the model or visually (black glass in the upper part of the body)
• 📶 Stable Internet (needs to download the device base at first start-up)

If your smartphone is not equipped with an IR transmitter (for example, POCO F5 or Redmi Note 12 Pro+ In some regions, the application can still be installed, but it will only manage the technology on the device. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (smart lamps, speakers, robot vacuum cleaners, to check the IR port:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone. → Full specifications
2. Find the Sensors or Wireless Networks section
3. Search for the Infrared Port line (IR Blaster)

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T For the European market, the IR port can be software-disabled. To activate it, go to Settings. → Additionally. → Functions Lab and enable the option IR Blaster (if available).

2.Installation and first launch of Mi Remote: step-by-step guide

The Mi Remote app is pre-installed on most Xiaomi smartphones, but is often hidden in the Tools folder.

1. Download the official version from Google Play or AppGallery (for Huawei devices).
2. Launch the app and allow access to the camera (needed for scanning) QR-codes of some devices) and files (for import/export settings).
3. Click Add Device and select Category (TV, air conditioner.).

When you're choosing a brand, you're faced with a problem: you don't have the right model on the list.

• 🔍 Search by code: on your physical remote TV/air conditioner, find the button SET or MODE, Hold her on. 5 Seconds, it will appear on the screen. 4-Enter it into Mi Remote.
• 📋 Select Another Brand and manually adjust the buttons (instructions in the next section).
• 🔄 Update the device database: go to Settings → Update the device list.

Check the presence of an IR port on a smartphone

Download the latest version of the application

Allow all requested permits

Connect to a stable Wi-Fi

Charge your phone at least 30 times%-->

⚠️ Warning: If the buttons are not working properly after adding the device (for example, volume control changes channels), then the wrong profile is selected. → Remove) and reset by selecting another brand from the list.

3. Manual addition of devices: when automatic search does not work

If your appliances don't automatically recognize you, you can create a custom profile, which is true for rare brands like Dexp, BBK) Or outdated models:

1. In the main menu Mi Remote click + → Other devices → Customized.
2. Select the type of technique (TV, air conditioning, etc.) and enter the model name (can be arbitrary).
3. Click Add button and select the action from the list (enable, change channel, etc.).
4. Direct the physical remote to the IR port of the smartphone (distance) 2-5 (cm) and press the button you want. Mi Remote will record the signal.

For accurate settings, we recommend using the training mode:

Settings → Training Mode → Select a button → Direct the remote to the IR port → Press the button on the physical remote

Save configuration and check work. If the buttons are delayed, increase the time you send the signal to Settings. → Additionally. → Signal delay (optimal value — 100-150 miss).

4. Setting up the control Wi-Fi/Bluetooth: smart-engineer

Mi Remote can control not only over IR, but also over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

• 💡 Smart Lamps (Yeelight, Philips Hue)
• 🤖 Robot vacuum cleaners (Roborock, Xiaomi Mi Robot)
• 🔊 Smart speakers (Xiaomi) AI Speaker, Google Nest)
• 🌡️ Air conditioners with Wi-Fi module (Gree, Midea U)

To connect:

1. Make sure that the device and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for lamps/columns) or Bluetooth (for vacuum cleaners) is enabled.
2. In Mi Remote, select Add Device → Smart home.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (scanning may be required) QR-code-on-device).

For robot vacuum cleaners. Xiaomi/Roborock Extended functions available:

⚠️ Note: To control Yeelight smart bulbs via Mi Remote, you must first connect them to the Yeelight app and enable Local Control in the lamp settings. Otherwise, commands will be sent through the cloud with a delay of up to 2 seconds.

5 Problem Solving: Why Mi Remote Doesn't Work

If the remote refuses to control the equipment, check the following points:

Problem 1: Buttons don’t respond or don’t work properly

• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and reset the settings.
• 📱 Check if the IR port is blocking the cover or film.
• 🔋 Make sure the phone battery is at least 20% charged (at low charge, the IR port may shut down).
• 🛠️ Update the application and device base (Settings) → Update).

Problem. 2: There's no device on the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

• 📶 Reconnect to Wi-Fi (use 2.4GHz, not 5GHz).
• 🔄 Restart the router and smart device.
• 🔒 In router settings, turn off customer isolation (AP Isolation).
• 📱 In the smartphone settings, turn on Device Search (Settings) → Connections → Bluetooth).

Problem 3: Delay in sending commands

• 📶 For Wi-Fi devices: check the Internet speed (minimum 2 Mbps).
• 🔋 For IR devices: reduce the distance to the equipment (optimally — 1-3 square).
• 🛠️ In Mi Remote settings, increase signal delay to 150 ms.

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If Mi Remote is not working after the update MIUI, Try rolling back the app version. APK from version 6.3.0 (stable) from APKMirror and install it manually, pre-deleting the current version.

6 Hidden Mi Remote features: not mentioned in the manual

Mi Remote is much more than it seems, here are 5 hidden features that favorably distinguish it from its peers:

1. Control multiple devices simultaneously

You can create a macro that will turn on at a single click. TV, switch the console to the right one HDMI-It'll go in and launch Netflix:

1. Go to Settings. → Macros.
2. Click Create a macro and add a sequence of commands.
3. Save and assign a button on the main screen.

2. Voice control through Alice/Google Assistant

Connect Mi Remote to voice assistants:

• For Alice, say "Alice, turn on Mi Remote" and follow the instructions.
• For Google Assistant: In the Assistant settings, add Mi Remote as a smart home device.

3. Export/import settings

If you change your smartphone, you can transfer all the saved remotes:

1. In Mi Remote, go to Settings → Backup.
2. Export the settings to the.mrc file.
3. Transfer the file to a new phone and import it.

4. Night light mode for IR transmitter

If you use the remote in the dark, activate the IR port backlight:

Settings → Additional → IR port illumination

5.Integration with Home Assistant

For advanced users: Mi Remote can be connected to Home Assistant via the Xiaomi Miio plugin, which allows you to control the equipment through a single smart home system.

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Macros in Mi Remote support delays between teams (up to 10 seconds), which allows you to automate complex scenarios – for example, the inclusion of a home theater with a sequential start of the projector, receiver and player.

7. Mi Remote Alternatives: When a Standard Remote Is Lacking

If Mi Remote is not suitable for your equipment, consider alternative applications:

For owners of Samsung equipment or LG It is worth trying branded applications (SmartThings and SmartThings). LG ThinQ, respectively) – they often work more stable than universal remotes.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Mi Remote