How to transfer a picture from your phone to a Xiaomi Mi TV TV: work-in

Contents

• Introduction: Why Standard Methods Don't Always Work
• Method 1: Mi Share – Xiaomi’s proprietary technology
• Method 2: Screen Mirroring (Duplicate screen)
• Method 3: Connecting through USB-cable
• Method 4: Cloud Services (Google Photos, Mi Cloud)
• Method 5: Third-party applications (ApowerMirror, LocalCast)
• What to do if the TV can’t see the phone
• Comparative table of methods of transfer
• Frequent questions and answers

Transfer photos from your phone to the big screen Xiaomi Mi TV There are a dozen ways to do this, but not all of them are equally convenient: some require additional cables, some require stable Wi-Fi, and some only work with certain models of smartphones. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of 2026, including branded solutions from Xiaomi and universal workarounds.

We will pay special attention to transmission speed, image quality and compatibility with different generations of TVs (from Mi). TV 4A before TV Q2 If you have previously encountered problems such as “TV can’t see the phone” or “photos are transmitted in low resolution” – here you will find solutions.

Method 1: Mi Share – Xiaomi’s proprietary technology

Mi Share is a proprietary protocol from Xiaomi, optimized for fast file transfer between ecosystem devices. It runs on Wi-Fi Direct, so it doesn't require a connection to a router. 20 MB/s (in) 2-3 faster than Bluetooth and support for original photo resolution.

To take advantage of Mi Share:

• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Mi Share. Enable the function and select files to transfer.
• 📺 On TV: Go to Settings → Connection and networking → Mi Share (in some models, the path may be different: Settings) → Additionally. → Wireless transmission).
• 🔄 The TV will appear in the list of available devices on the phone – confirm the connection.

Mi Share only works between Xiaomi devices (including Redmi and Xiaomi devices) POCO). If you have an iPhone, this method is not available – use the alternatives in the following sections.

Make sure your phone and TV are Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled

Update the TV firmware to the latest version (minimum required — MIUI TV 3.0+)

The distance between the devices should not exceed 10 meters

Turn it off. VPN on the phone (it can block the local connection)-->

⚠️ Attention: On Mi TVs TV 4A (2018 release) Mi Share may not support file transfers larger than 50MB. Use large photos USB-cable.

Method 2: Screen Mirroring (Duplicate screen)

If you want to not only transfer photos, but also show them as a slideshow with effects (for example, through Google Photos or a phone gallery), Screen Mirroring is the right method.

Instructions for Android:

1. On TV: Settings → Connection and networking → Screen Mirroring (or Wireless Display).
2. On the phone: open Settings → Connected devices → Transfer to the screen (on Samsung - Smart View, on Xiaomi - Wireless Display).
3. Choose your Mi. TV from the list and confirm the connection.

For the iPhone:

• 📱 Swipe down from the upper right corner (iOS 12)+) → Screen duplication.
• 📺 The TV must have AirPlay mode on (available on Mi) TV Q2 newer).

Cons of the method: image delay (up to 0.5 seconds) and quality compression to 1080p even 4K-It's not critical for static photos, but it's noticeable for video.

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If Screen Mirroring is a jerky experience, try connecting your phone and TV to a single 5GHz Wi-Fi network instead of automatically selecting a channel.

Method 3: Connecting through USB-cable

The most reliable, but least convenient way is to connect directly through the Internet. USB. It guarantees 100% original quality and works even without the Internet:

• 🔌 Cable USB-A → USB-C (Micro-USB, depending on the phone).
• 📱 The phone must be enabled mode File transfer (MTP).
• 📺 The TV must support USB-host (all Mi models) TV starting in 2017).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to USB-TV port (usually located on the side or back panel).
2. On the phone screen, select File Transfer Mode (not Charging).
3. On TV, open Media Center. → USB-Device or File Manager.
4. Go to DCIM → Camera (or another folder where your photos are stored).

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Instant transmission without loss of quality.
• 🔒 It works without Wi-Fi and additional applications.
• 📁 You can transfer entire folders with photos at a time.

⚠️ Note: Some of the TVs on the Mi TV 4S ExFAT file system is not supported. If your phone is formatted in exFAT, use an adapter. USB-OTG flash-drive FAT32.

Method 4: Cloud Services (Google Photos, Mi Cloud)

If you have slow Wi-Fi or no cable, cloud services are a lifeline, and they allow you to upload photos to a remote server and then open them on your TV via a browser or an app.

Option 1: Google Photo

• 📱 Upload photos to Google Photos on your phone (automatically or manually).
• 📺 On your TV, open the Google Photos app (pre-installed on Mi). TV Android TV 9+) or use your browser at photos.google.com.
• 🔍 Find the right album and start a slideshow.

Option 2: Mi Cloud

Xiaomi’s proprietary cloud is only available for devices on MIUI:

1. On the phone: Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud → Gallery → turn on synchronization.
2. On TV: Settings → Accounts. → Add a Xiaomi account (use the same data).
3. Open the Gallery app on TV and your photos will appear in the Mi Cloud section.

The advantages of cloud services:

• ☁️ Access to photos from any device.
• 🔄 Automatic synchronization of new images.
• 📊 The opportunity to create albums for the family.

Cons:

• ⏳ Loading a lot of photos takes time.
• 📶 Requires a stable Internet (minimum 5 Mbps for comfortable work).
• 🔒 Free storage (15GB in Google Photos, 5GB in Mi Cloud).

Method 5: Third-party applications (ApowerMirror, LocalCast)

If standard methods do not work (e.g. on older Mi models) TV 4A), Third-party apps can help, and they often offer additional features like editing photos directly to TV or streaming without buffering.

Annex 1: ApowerMirror

It allows you to duplicate the screen and transfer files:

• 📱 Install ApowerMirror on your phone and TV (available on Google Play for Android) TV).
• 🔗 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 📺 On the TV, launch the application and select Receiver mode.
• 📱 On your phone, select File Transfer and specify Mi. TV list.

Annex 2: LocalCast

Specializes in the transfer of media files:

1. Install LocalCast on your phone.
2. Select photos in the gallery and click "Open with the help" → LocalCast.
3. The app will automatically find your Mi. TV locally.
4. Click Play – the photo will open on the big screen.

Comparison of annexes:

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The app side is useful if standard methods don't work, but they can collect data about your files. Before installing, check the permissions in Google Play.

What to do if the TV can’t see the phone

Even with the right settings, the connection may not be established.-5 causes and solutions:

Problem 1: Devices can't find each other

• 🔄 Restart the router and both devices.
• 📶 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not the guest network).
• 🛠️ On the TV, reset network settings: Settings → Network → Resetting network settings.

Problem 2: Mi Share does not transfer files

• 📱 Update the Mi Share app on your phone to the latest version.
• 📺 On the TV, check if the feature is included in Settings. → Additionally. → Laboratory → Mi Share.
• 🔋 Make sure your phone has enough charge (less than 15% can block the transmission).

Problem 3: Screen Mirroring lays

• 📡 Switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi (less loaded than 2.4GHz).
• 🎮 In the settings of the TV, turn off the Game Graphics Mode (Settings) → Picture → Image mode).
• 📱 On the phone, turn on Performance mode in battery settings.

Problem 4: TV doesn't read USB-accumulator

• 💾 Format the flash drive into FAT32 (max. file size - 4 GB).
• 🔌 Try another one. USB-port on TV (some ports are powered only).
• 📁 Move the photo to the drive root folder (not nested directories).

Problem 5: Cloud services are not synchronized

• 🔒 Check if access to Google Photos or Mi Cloud is blocked in the router settings (sometimes blocked). DNS-request).
• ⏳ Give time to sync (big albums can be loaded up to an hour).
• 📧 On the TV, log in to the same account as on the phone.

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If neither method works, try hard resetting your TV's network settings: → On TV. → Reset → Network reset: This will delete all stored Wi-Fi networks, but often solves connection problems.

Comparative table of methods of transfer

To choose the best way, compare them by key parameters:

Selection recommendations:

• 🏆 For maximum quality and speed: USB-cable or Mi Share (if both devices are Xiaomi).
• 🌐 Remote access: Google Photos or Mi Cloud.
• 📱 For iPhone: Screen Mirroring (AirPlay) or USB-lightning-adapter → USB-A.
• 🔧 If nothing works: third-party apps like ApowerMirror.

Frequent questions and answers