Auto dial on Xiaomi: how to set up, restrictions and hidden features

Automatic recalling is a useful feature that saves time when dialing for busy subscribers. On Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, this option is hidden in the depths of MIUI, and its operation depends on the firmware version, device model and even the carrier. Unlike iPhone or Samsung, where auto dialing is configured in 2 clicks, Xiaomi owners have to dig into the engineering menu or use workarounds.

In this article, you’ll find 3 working ways to enable auto dialing on any Xiaomi device (including the new 2026 models on MIUI 14), take a look at the limitations of operators, and learn why the feature may not work even after you set it up correctly. We’ve also tested hidden USSD codes and third-party apps — the results in the comparison table below.

What is an auto dialer and why it is not in the standard settings of Xiaomi

Auto dialing (or automatic recalling) is a feature that automatically calls back a subscriber if their number is busy, unavailable or has dropped a call. On most Android smartphones, it is built into the Phone app, but Xiaomi hides it by default.

• 📱 Politics MIUI: Xiaomi simplifies the interface by removing rarely used features in the engineering menu.
• 📡 Operator restrictions: In Russia and CIS, some mobile networks (e.g. Tele2) block auto dialing at the level of the mobile phone. SIM-map.
• 🔄 Service conflict: The feature may interfere with VoLTE or ViLTE (video calls).

Interestingly, on Xiaomi for the European market (Global ROM), auto dialing is sometimes available out of the box, while on Russian and Chinese firmware (Russia ROM, China ROM) it is not.

Method 1: Enabling auto dial through the engineering menu (works on 80% of models)

The most reliable method is activation via a hidden engineering menu, which is suitable for most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones on MIUI 12-14, but requires caution: incorrect settings can bring down the network.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636###.
2. In the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Other Settings block and find AutoDial (or Auto Redial).
4. Set the value on and save the changes.

If there is no AutoCall, try an alternative route:

Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times to unlock the developer mode)


→ Return to “Settings” → Additional → For developers → Enable “AutoTopter”

Check the MIUI version (must be at least 12.0)

Make sure that SIM-card USSD-team

Turn off In-Aircraft mode.

Battery charge > 20% (in case of network reset)

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Important: On some models (such as Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12), the signal strength indicator may disappear after turning on the auto dial. To return it, restart the phone or enter the command in the engineering menu:

#4636## → “Phone Information” → “Select Network” → “Automatically”

Method 2: USSD-Auto dialing teams (works for 50% of operators)

Some operators (for example, MTS or Beeline) support the activation of auto dialing via the USSD-It's a quick way, but it depends on the tariff and the region.

To check if your operator supports auto dialing:

1. Enter the Phone app: *#62# (calling forwarding check).
2. If the answer is Voice: Yes, an auto dial is possible.
3. Enter the activation command from the table above.

⚠️ Attention: USSD-teams can charge money from the balance (up to 3 rubles per request). Before using, check the tariffs with the operator via *100# or personal account.

Method 3: Third-party applications (if nothing works)

If the first two methods didn’t work, there’s still the Google Play app option, and we tested 5 popular auto dialing apps — only two showed stable performance on Xiaomi:

• 📲 AutoRedial (rated 4.5) - supports setting the interval between repetitions (from 5 to 60 seconds), works in the background.
• 🔄 Call Back (rated 4.3) is a simple interface, no advertising, but requires permission to access call logs. MIUI 14 with Android 13.

How to set up AutoRedial:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and give access to the Call Log and Phone.
3. In the settings, select: Re-call interval: 15 seconds (optimum). Number of attempts: 5 (maximum). Mode: Only for busy numbers.

Auto dialing via AutoRedial

Critical information: On Xiaomi 12T Pro and Redmi. K50 Pro applications for auto dialing may conflict with the Dual function SIM. If after installation, the mobile Internet disappeared, restart the phone or turn off the second one. SIM-map.

Limitations and problems of auto dialing on Xiaomi

Even after a successful setup, the auto dialer may not work properly, and here are the most common problems and solutions:

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi with Android 13 and later, auto dialing through the engineering menu may turn off after the firmware update. To avoid this, back up your settings through Settings → The phone. → Backup.

Hidden chips of auto dial on Xiaomi

Few people know, but on Xiaomi you can configure an advanced auto dial with additional options:

• ⏱️ Change the recalling interval: By default, 30 seconds, but through the engineering menu (#4636###) you can set 5 to 120 seconds. Optimal value: 15 seconds (call quickly, but do not ban for spam).
• 📞 Auto dial only for selected contacts: In the Contacts app, mark the desired numbers with an asterisk, then select Only for favorites in the auto dial settings.
• 🔇 Quiet re-calling: B MIUI 14 There is an option No sound when dialing – the phone will vibrate instead of a melody.

For models with HyperOS (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K70), the Smart Auto dial function is available: the system analyzes the history of calls and automatically repeats the dial only to those subscribers with whom you often communicate.

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If the auto dialer is too frequent and annoying, set a minimum of 30 seconds interval, which will reduce the risk of blocking your number as spam.

FAQ: Frequent questions about auto dial on Xiaomi

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On Xiaomi MIUI 14 Auto dial through the engineering menu works more stable than USSD-If a function is critical, choose the first method and check compatibility with your operator.