How to bring a photo from the phone Xiaomi on the TV without wires: all working ways

Why is wireless transmission better than cable?

Have you ever tried to show pictures of a vacation on a big screen but got confused in wires? With Xiaomi phones (and other Android devices), you can transfer the image to the TV in seconds — and without a single cable. Wireless technology not only relieves the hassle of connection, but also gives freedom: you can control the display directly from the couch without getting up.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to transfer screen or individual photos from Xiaomi (including models Redmi, POCO, Mi) to Samsung, LG, Sony, Xiaomi TV and others. From the standard Miracast to little-known chips with Google Photos, choose a method for your equipment.

⚡ Spoiler: If you have a Xiaomi TV (like Mi) TV 4S or Redmi Smart TV), The process is simplified at times - there are exclusive features for the Mi ecosystem. read about this in the section about the interaction of Xiaomi devices.

Preparation: What to check before connecting

Before trying to connect your phone and TV, make sure that:

• 📱 On the phone: Wi-Fi and/or Bluetooth enabled (depending on method). Miracast may need Wireless Display in settings.
• 📺 On TV: Supports at least one technology: Miracast, DLNA, Google Cast (or Chromecast), AirPlay (for Apple) TV).
• 🔄 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (except for methods with a direct connection such as Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔋 Charge of the phone is not less than 30% – wireless screen transfer consumes the battery faster than usual.

If you are not sure if your TV supports wireless transmission, check:

1. In the TV menu, find sections like Network, Connections, or Screen Mirroring.
2. See the model manuals – look for Miracast, WiDi, or Wireless Display mentions.
3. For Xiaomi TVs, press the Menu button on the remote and select the Wireless Display.

⚠️ Attention: on Xiaomi phones with shell MIUI 12+ The wireless display function can be hidden. To find it, open Settings. → Connections and sharing → Wireless display or use the search by settings (the icon of the magnifier at the top).

Method 1: Miracast is the universal standard for all TVs.

Miracast is a technology that allows you to duplicate your smartphone screen on your TV without wires, and it works on most modern TVs (released after 2013) and does not require Internet — a direct connection over Wi-Fi Direct is enough.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. On the TV, activate Screen Mirroring (Samsung – Smart View, LG – Miracast).
2. On your phone, go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display.
3. In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

✅ Pros: runs without router, low latency (suitable for video).

❌ Cons: Old phones may slow down, not all TV supports sound through Miracast.

Check if the phone is on Wi-Fi |

Restart the phone and TV |

Update the firmware on both devices |

Make sure that the distance between the devices is not more than 5 meters-->

Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) for smart TVs and consoles

If you have an Android TV (e.g. Xiaomi Mi TV, Sony Bravia) or Google Chromecast, use Google Cast. This method allows you not only to duplicate the screen, but also to broadcast individual photos / videos from the gallery or applications (YouTube, Google Photos).

How to connect:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your phone, open the Google Photos app (or MIUI gallery).
3. Select a photo, click Share → Broadcast (icon with screen and waves).
4. In the list of devices, select your TV.

💡 Lifehack: If you want to broadcast the entire screen, not individual files, use the screen broadcast function in the notification curtain (swipe down) → Cast).

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If the TV doesn’t appear in the list of devices to stream, check if the Google Cast Receiver feature is enabled in the TV settings (usually in the Network and Access section).

⚠️ Note: When streaming via Google Cast, some apps (e.g. Netflix or Disney)+) They can block the output of the image due to the protection of the content (DRM). The phone screen will be black and the sound will continue to play.

Method 3: Xiaomi Ecosystem – Fast Bundle for Mi TV Owners

If you have both a phone and a TV from Xiaomi (for example, Redmi Note 11 + Mi TV P1), use the branded chips of the ecosystem:

• 🔗 Mi Share: Choose a photo in the gallery → Share. → Mi Share → Choose a TV. Photo will open in the Photo on TV app.
• 📱 Mi Remote: Mi Remote app (pre-installed on all Xiaomi) can not only control TV, but also quickly transfer media files.
• 🖥️ Screen duplication: activate Wireless display in your TV settings, Miracast on your phone (see section on preparation). Xiaomi's bundle of devices is more stable than with other brands.

Important: for Mi Share to work, both devices must be linked to the same Mi Account. If the TV is new, log in to it via Settings → Account and Security.

Method 4: Wi-Fi Direct – Direct connection without router

Wi-Fi Direct allows you to connect your phone and TV directly, without a router intermediary, which is useful if you don't have home Wi-Fi or it's unstable.

Instructions:

1. On your TV, activate Wi-Fi Direct (network → Wi-Fi Direct menu). Remember the network name and password (if required).
2. On Xiaomi, go to Settings → Wi-Fi and find the TV network (usually starting with a model, such as the LE55X85J-Direct-xx).
3. Connect to this network by entering a password (if requested).
4. You can now transfer photos via Mi Share, Google Photos or duplicate the screen through Miracast.

⚠️ Nuance: Once connected via Wi-Fi Direct, your phone will lose Internet access. To avoid this, use the Access Point feature on your second device (like a tablet) and connect your phone and TV to it.

Method 5: Third-party applications

If the standard methods don’t work, try specialized apps. We tested the best options for Xiaomi:

• 📲 ApowerMirror: Duplicate the screen on TV via Wi-Fi or USB (It's free. It supports phone control.
• 🖼️ Send Files to TV: Transmits photos, videos and documents to Android TV TV or Samsung Tizen.
• 🎮 TeamViewer QuickSupport: an unexpected but working way – connect to TV as a remote device and broadcast the screen.

🔹 How to choose an application?

For screen duplication (for example, displaying a presentation) – ApowerMirror.

Photo/video – Send Files to TV.

If the TV is old (without a Smart TV), plug in an Amazon Fire Stick or Chromecast and use Google Cast.

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The side of the app may require additional permissions (such as file access or location access).

Problem Solving: What to Do When Nothing Works

Wireless transmissions sometimes fail, and here's a checklist for diagnosis:

1. Check compatibility: TVs before 2012 release often don't support Miracast.Use Chromecast or HDMI-adapter.
2. Update your firmware: on Xiaomi phone, go to Settings → About Phone → System Update. On TV, update your software through Settings → Support → Software Update.
3. Reset network settings: on your phone: Settings → Wi-Fi → Additional → Reset network settings.
4. Check the antivirus: some antiviruses (like Avast) block Miracast. temporarily turn off protection.

🛠️ Advanced diagnostics:

If the phone sees the TV but does not connect:

Make sure the TV is on Signal Reception (sometimes called Screen Mirroring).

- Try restarting your router – sometimes conflicts IP-addresses interfere with the connection.

On Xiaomi phone, turn on Developer Mode (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times) and activate Debugging over Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Warning: If there is no sound on the TV after connecting via Miracast, check the audio output settings on the phone. → Sound. → Output and select the phone speaker + Bluetooth/HDMI (if available).

FAQ: Frequent questions about wireless transmission