How to transfer the screen of the Xiaomi Redmi phone to the TV via Wi-Fi: all working ways

Introduction: Why you need a wireless screen broadcast

Wirelessly transferring images from Xiaomi Redmi to your TV via Wi-Fi offers a range of possibilities, from watching movies on the big screen to showing presentations or streaming games, and the main advantage of this connection is the lack of wires and freedom of movement: you can hold your phone in your hands without being tied to sockets or cables.

But not everyone knows that wireless streaming on Redmi works differently depending on the TV model, MIUI version, and even the type of Wi-Fi network. For example, older TVs without Miracast support will require additional devices (like Google Chromecast), and new Smart TVs from Samsung or LG can connect directly through embedded protocols. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways, from standard MIUI features to workarounds for complex cases.

It is important to consider the technical nuances: signal latency (latency) when broadcasting over Wi-Fi can reach 100-300 ms, which is critical for games, but almost imperceptible when watching video. Also, some methods (for example, DLNA) transmit only media files, not the entire screen, we will discuss each option in detail to select the best one.

Connection via Miracast (built-in MIUI function)

Miracast is a wireless screen broadcast standard supported by most modern Xiaomi Redmi (starting with the Redmi Note 5) and Smart TV. It doesn’t require internet – it’s enough that the phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or create a direct access point).

To activate Miracast on Redmi:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Connections and sharing → Screen transmission.
• 🔍 Turn on the search for available devices – the TV should appear in the list (like Samsung) TV (Miracast? LG TV (Screen Share)).
• 🔗 Select your TV and confirm the connection on both devices.

If the TV is not available:

• ⚙️ Make sure that Screen Mirroring is on the TV (on the Network menu) → Screen mirroring or similar).
• 📶 Check that the phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or the phone creates an access point to which the TV is connected).
• 🔄 Restart both devices – sometimes it solves detection problems.

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A critical feature for Xiaomi Redmi: on models with MIUI 12 and later, Miracast can conflict with the VPN or Second Space mode on.

2. Use of Google Cast (Chromecast or Built-in Cast)

If your TV supports Google Cast (such as Android TV models or a Chromecast connected), you can stream the screen through the Google Home app or the built-in screen transfer feature in MIUI.

Instructions for Xiaomi Redmi:

1. Install the Google Home app from the Play Market (if not).
2. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. In the Google Home app, select your TV (or Chromecast) → click Translate screen.
4. Confirm the start of the broadcast on the phone.

Alternative way (without Google Home):

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Connections and sharing → Screen transmission.
• 🔍 Select the wireless transmission (Cast).
• 🖥️ Find your TV in the list (for example, Chromecast-1234) and plug in.

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⚠️ Note: When streaming via Google Cast, some apps (e.g. Netflix or Disney)+) They may block the image because of copyright protection (DRM). In this case, the screen of the phone will be black, and the sound will continue to broadcast.

3. Smart View (for Samsung TVs)

If you have a Samsung TV (QLED, Crystal UHD, The Frame, etc.), use the proprietary Smart View technology. It works more stable than Miracast and supports broadcasting in resolution up to 4K (if you have the appropriate Wi-Fi 5/6 network).

How to connect:

1. On TV: Press the Source button on the remote → Choose Screen Mirroring.
2. At Xiaomi Redmi: 📱 Open the Settings. → Connections and sharing → Screen transmission. 🔍 Choose your TV from the list (e.g. Samsung) Q70 (Smart View)). 🔗 Confirm TV connection (may require input) PIN-code).

Features of Smart View:

• ✅ Supports sound and video without delay (ideal for movies).
• ❌ Not working with some streaming services because of DRM (similarly to Google Cast).
• 📶 Requires Wi-Fi 5 GHz to stream in 4K (at 2.4 GHz maximum resolution — 1080p).

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If the broadcast is interrupted, try reducing the phone’s screen resolution to 720p in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – press 7 times, then go back to Additional → Screen Resolution).

4. Third-party applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewer)

If built-in methods don't work (for example, because of old TV or protocol incompatibility), use third-party applications.

• 🖥️ ApowerMirror – supports screen broadcasting and control from PC / TV, works even on older models.
• 🔄 TeamViewer QuickSupport - allows you not only to broadcast the screen, but also remotely control the phone from the TV (if the TeamViewer app is installed on TV).
• 🎮 Scrcpy - free software for broadcasting to a computer (and from it - to TV via the Internet). HDMI).

Instructions for ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your phone and TV (or a computer connected to the TV).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Start with ApowerMirror on your phone → select the mirroring on TV → scan QR-TV-code.
4. Confirm the connection.

Advantages of third-party applications:

• 🌍 Work on all TVs (including old models without Miracast).
• 🎛️ Additional functions: screen recording, annotations, control with TV.
• ⚡ Often less latency than embedded protocols.

⚠️ Warning: Free versions of apps (such as ApowerMirror) can add watermarks or limit broadcast time. You will need to buy a premium version (about 300-500) for regular use. ₽).

5.DLNA: broadcast media (not the whole screen)

If you only need to transfer photos, videos, or music (not the entire screen), use the DLNA protocol. It's built into MIUI and works with most Smart TVs.

How to set up:

1. On the TV, turn on the DLNA or Mediaserver function (in the Network or Multimedia menu).
2. At Xiaomi Redmi: 📂 Open the Files or Gallery app. 🔍 Select a file (video, photo, audio) → Click Share or Translate. 🖥️ In the list of devices, select your TV (for example, LG-TV-DLNA).

DLNA limitations:

⚠️ Note: Some TVs (such as Sony Bravia older than 2018) may not support streaming video in the format MKV or codeced H.265 through DLNA. In this case, convert the files to MP4 (H.264) using applications like VLC.

6. Problem Solving: delays, cliffs, black screen

Even with the right setup, there can be problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them:

Problem 1: Image delay (lag)

• 📶 Switch to Wi-Fi 5 GHz (if you use 2.4 GHz).
• 📱 Close the background apps on your phone (especially instant messengers and games).
• 🔧 In the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Click 7 times) turn off window animation and transition animation.

Problem 2: The broadcast is cut off

• 🔄 Restart router and phone.
• 📡 Reduce the distance between the phone and the TV (maximum 5 meters).
• 🔋 Connect your phone to charge – with low battery levels MIUI It may limit productivity.

Problem 3: Black screen when broadcasting

• 🔒 Check if the broadcast is blocked. DRM (For example, on Netflix or Kodi).
• 📺 Update the TV firmware (in the Support menu) → Update of the PO).
• 📱 Enable the developer mode on the phone and activate debugging by USB (Sometimes helps in conflicts with Miracast).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi Redmi to TV