How to set up SMS-Xiaomi Redmi Center: A Complete Guide to Error Solutions

Modern smartphones Xiaomi Redmi automatically substitute the number SMS-When sending messages, but sometimes users need to manually change it, for example, when changing the operator, roaming or technical failures, incorrect settings of the center can lead to the fact that SMS go into “unknown” or not delivered at all to the recipient. In this article, we will look at where the menu is located. SMS-firmware-house MIUI How to edit it and what to do if the standard methods do not work.

It's important to understand: SMS-The center is not your personal phone, but the technical address of the operator's server through which the messages are routed. +79160000000, Beeline — +79030000000). If you inserted the wrong number or it went off after the update MIUI, The messages will go into the void. Next, step-by-step instructions for all versions of Redmi, including Android models. 13/14.

Wherever SMS-center of the Xiaomi Redmi menu

Depending on the version MIUI path SMS-The center may be different. in new firmware (starting with the MIUI 12 developers hid this item deeper, and in the old (up to) MIUI 11) it was directly accessible. Here are the current routes for the different versions:

  • 📱 MIUI 14/13 (Android 13/14): Communications → ⋮ (three-point) → Settings → Additionally. → Centre SMS-message
  • 📱 MIUI 12.5-12: Communications → Settings → Settings SIM-map → Centre SMS
  • 📱 MIUI 11 and older: Messages → Settings → Communications centre
  • 📱 If no option: use ##4636## (Engineering menu) or read the section on alternative methods.

On some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro or Redmi 12), the path may differ due to customization of the shell for a specific region. If you do not find the SMS Center, try updating the Messages app first via Google Play - sometimes this returns hidden settings.

📊 What kind of mobile operator do you have?
MTS
Beeline
MegaFon
Tele2.
Yota
Other

How to change the number of the SMS-center on Xiaomi Redmi

If you found the menu SMS-The center, further actions are simple:

  1. Open the section found (see the previous block).
  2. In the field Center number SMS enter your current operator number, for example: 📞 MTS: +79160000000 📞 Beeline: +79030,000,000 or +79050000000 📞 MegaFon: +79260000000 📞 Tele2: +79500000000

OK.

Ready.

Restart your phone (required!) to make sure the settings apply.

Critical detail: if the center number is entered with an error (for example, a plus or extra number is missed), the messages will leave, but not delivered. Check the format of the input! After the change, send the test SMS to yourself - if it comes, the settings are correct.

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Alternative ways of setting up SMS-centre

If the standard path does not work (for example, Redmi 9A with MIUI 12.5 may not work), use one of these methods:

1.Using the engineering menu

Enter the dialer code:

##4636##

Next:

  1. Select Phone Information.
  2. Scroll down to the SMSC block.
  3. Click Update and enter the center number in +7XXXXXXXXXX.
  4. Click Update again to save.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Redmi with two SIM-number-card SMS-The center can get lost when switching between slots. To avoid this, fix sending an SMS to one. SIM-map to Message settings → SIM-default-card.

Some Redmi models have unique nuances when working with SMS-center.

Redmi Note 11/12 Pro+

On these devices with MIUI 13/14 menu SMS-The center may be missing due to shell optimizations:

  1. Install Google Messages from the Play Market.
  2. Open the application settings and find the option Additional → SMS Center.
  3. Enter the number and save it.

Redmi 9/9A/9C

On budget models with MIUI 12, sometimes only the engineering menu (#4636##) helps. If the number is reset after the change, follow:

adb shell settings put global preferred_network_mode 9

This command will reset the network settings to factory settings (ADB and USB debugging enabled are required).

Redmi K50 / POCO F4

On flagships with Android 13 and MIUI 14 may need to disable the Wi-Fi Calling feature in Settings → SIM-map → Call over Wi-Fi as it conflicts with sending SMS.

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If you travel frequently, keep the numbers. SMS-If you change country, you can manually change the number to a local number (for example, for Turkcell in Turkey, this is the number of the number of the main operators). +905300000000).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

🔹 Can I send an SMS without a center?
No, no, no, no, no, no, no. SMS-The message will not be routed by the operator, even if the SMS "leaves" (disappears from the "Exit" folder), it will not reach the destination.
🔹 Why After Updating MIUI lost SMS-centre?
Major updates (e.g. MIUI 12 to MIUI 13) reset some network settings, including the messaging center, which is standard behavior, so the solution is to repeat the manual setup.
🔹 How to find out the current number SMS-centre?
There are three ways: In the Settings menu SMS-Downtown (if available) via engineering menu (#4636## → SMSC). Sending a text message to the short number 0000 – some operators send a response with the current center.
🔹 Can you set up different things? SMS-two-centre SIM-map?
Yeah, but not on all models. MIUI 13+: Open the messages. → Settings → SIM-Select the cards. SIM-The map you want to change center for. SMS If there is no item, use separate apps for each. SIM (Google Messages for one and standard Messages for another).
🔹 What to do if SMS-center-locked?
Some operators (e.g. Tele2 or virtual operators) MVNO) block out manual change SMS-In this case: Call support and ask to unlock the editing option. USSD-command to reset the center (see section above). Install a third-party application for SMS (Textra, which ignores the operator's limitations.

1. Network presence (antenna icon in the status bar).

2. No debts in the account.

3. the correct date and time on the phone (affects the operation of network protocols).

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