How to stream a screen from a Xiaomi phone to a Xiaomi TV: all working ways

Broadcasting from a smartphone to a big TV is one of the most popular features for Xiaomi owners. Według statistics company, 68% of Mi TV users use wireless content from mobile devices at least once a month. But not everyone knows that for phones and TVs of the same brand there are 5 different ways of synchronization – from standard Miracast to branded solutions like Mi Share.

In this article, we will discuss all current screen transfer methods, taking into account the features of MIUI 14/15 firmware and Mi TV 4A/4S/5X/6 (including models from 2023-2026), learn how to avoid common errors (for example, image freeze or no sound), what settings optimize broadcast quality, and what distinguishes live broadcast from screen duplication.

Note: if your Xiaomi TV is released before 2019, some methods (for example, Google Cast) may require a firmware update. Check the current version of the software can be in the Settings menu → About TV → System Update. For smartphones, MIUI version is critical at least 12.5 – earlier builds do not support seamless integration with Mi TV.

1. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (standard method)

Miracast is a universal wireless screen protocol supported by most Xiaomi devices, which works without an internet connection, creating a direct connection between your phone and TV using Wi-Fi Direct technology. The main advantage is minimal latency (up to 50 ms), which is critical for gaming or watching videos.

To activate Miracast on your Xiaomi TV, follow the following steps:

1. Open the settings on the remote (button with a gear).
2. Go to Connect and Sharing → Wireless Projection (Miracast).
3. Turn on the option and wait until the TV is available for connection.

On the Xiaomi smartphone (on the example of Redmi Note 12 Pro+):

1. Deploy the notification bar and click Broadcast (or Wireless Display in English firmware).
2. In the list of available devices, select your Mi TV.
3. Confirm the connection on both devices.

⚠️ Note: If the image on the TV is displayed with artifacts or slows down, try to reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the phone settings (Settings) → Screen. → Screen resolution: optimal value for most models — 1280×720 frequency-wise 30 Hz.

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2.Using Google Cast (Chromecast) to stream content

Unlike Miracast, which duplicates the entire screen, Google Cast allows you to broadcast only selected content (like YouTube videos or music from Spotify) without locking your phone.This method requires connecting both devices to the same Wi-Fi network and is supported by Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall 3.0 firmware and later.

Connection algorithm:

• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Connection and sharing → Google Cast and enable the option.
• 📱 On your phone: Open a Chromecast-enabled app (like YouTube), click the broadcast icon (📊) and choose your Mi. TV.
• 🔄 If the device is not displayed, restart the router or check if the firewall is blocking the broadcast (setting Settings). → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Router settings).

Important: Xiaomi Mi TV 4A (2018 models) may not support Google Cast due to hardware platform limitations, in which case use alternative methods from the following sections.

3.Mi Share proprietary technology: fast transfer without settings

Mi Share is Xiaomi’s own wireless solution for sharing data between ecosystem devices, and unlike Miracast, it doesn’t require manual tuning and works even on devices with Wi-Fi turned off using a combination of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct.

To stream the screen through Mi Share:

• 🔗 Make sure your phone and TV are Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled.
• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Mi Share and activate the function.
• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Connection and sharing → Mi Share and select the Receiving Device mode.
• 🔄 On the phone in the list of available devices will appear your Mi TV — Click on it and confirm the connection.

⚠️ Note: Mi Share can automatically compress video when broadcasting if the connection speed is below 15 Mbps. To disable compression, go to Mi Share Settings → Transfer quality and select Original.

4. Wired connection via HDMI: maximum quality

If you need a lag-free display (for example, for games or presentations), the best option is to connect via an HDMI cable.

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (For modern smartphones Xiaomi with a Type-C port).
• 📺 Free port HDMI on the television (usually marked as HDMI 1/ARC).
• 🔋 Power supply for the phone (with long broadcasting).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and the HDMI cable to the adapter and TV.
2. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (Source or Input button on the remote).
3. The phone may have a request to select the display mode – choose Duplicate screen or Expand screen.

⚠️ Note: When using adapters USB-C → HDMI On Xiaomi smartphones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processors (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra) you may need to turn on the developer mode and activate the Debugging option. HDMI Settings menu → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Press 7 times to unlock).

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If the image on the TV is displayed with black boxes, change the aspect ratio in the phone settings: Settings → Screen → Aspect ratio and select 16:9 or Auto.

5. Alternative methods: applications and adapters

If standard methods do not work (for example, on older TV models), you can use third-party solutions:

• 📱 Broadcast apps: ApowerMirror supports screen recording and annotations; TeamViewer QuickSupport for remote technical support; LocalCast is an alternative to Google Cast with support for local files.
• 🔌 Hardware adapters: Xiaomi Mi TV Stick turns any TV into a smart TV TV Google Cast: AnyCast is a universal adapter for Miracast/AirPlay.

To connect via ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (if Google Play is supported).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On the phone, start the broadcast through the application menu.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party adapters (such as AnyCast), you may experience a delay of up to 300 ms. To synchronize audio and video, select Game Mode mode or reduce the bitrate of the broadcast.

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For Xiaomi TVs without built-in Wi-Fi (e.g., pre-2017 models), the only reliable way to broadcast is to wired HDMI or use external adapters like Mi TV Stick.

6. Problem Solving: Why the Broadcast Doesn't Work

If the phone screen is not displayed on the TV, check the following points:

Connection problems:

• 🔄 Restart your phone and TV (hold the power button for 10 seconds).
• 📶 Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for Google Cast and Mi Share).
• 🔌 Check if the power saving mode on the phone is blocking the broadcast (Settings) → Battery → Energy saving regime).

Image or sound errors:

• 🎵 If there is no sound: check on the TV to see if it is switched off. HDMI-CEC (Settings → Sound. → HDMI-CEC).
• 🖼️ If the image is blurry: in the broadcast settings on your phone, select Optimize for video.
• ⚡ When slowing down: Turn off background apps on your phone (Settings) → Annexes → Auto-start).

Compatibility of devices:

• 📱 Xiaomi phones on MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi) 9A) You may not be able to support Miracast. 1080p — Try lowering the resolution.
• 📺 Mi TVs TV 3S (2016) Requires a Manual Firmware Update to Work with Google Cast.

If the problem is not solved, check the error logs on the TV:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → Error Log.
2. Find records with Miracast or CastService labels.
3. Copy the error code and check it in the official Xiaomi knowledge base.

7. Streaming optimization: how to improve quality

To ensure that the broadcast is stable and clear, follow these tips:

📶 Network setup:

• Use a router with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or later.
• Switch the TV and phone to the 5GHz band (less interference).
• Disconnect other devices from the network during the broadcast (especially IoT gadgets).

⚙️ Phone settings:

• Enable Performance Mode (Settings → Special Opportunities → Performance Mode).
• Turn off Adaptive Brightness for stable color.
• Activate the GPU Turbo (for games) in Settings → Additional → GPU Turbo.

📺 TV settings:

• Enable Game Mode (Settings → Picture → Image Mode → Game) to reduce latency.
• Turn off Motion Processing (Settings → Picture → Movement → Off.) if you are streaming a video.
• Set HDMI resolution on the Auto (Settings → Display and Sound → HDMI resolution).

⚠️ Note: When broadcasting games via Miracast or HDMI Input lags of up to 100ms can occur. To reduce latency, connect the gamepad directly to the TV via Bluetooth, rather than the phone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about streaming from Xiaomi to Mi TV