How to connect an image from your phone to a Xiaomi TV: all ways with pros and cons

Why is it convenient to transfer photos to the big screen?

Viewing photos on your smartphone, even with AMOLED-The display is not comparable to the sensation of the picture on the 55-inch Xiaomi TV. Detailing, color reproduction and the ability to view images with the whole family make it much more comfortable, but how to organize the transmission of images so that you don't lose quality and spend hours setting up the image?

Modern Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A, P1, Q2 and later) support several wireless and wired data protocols at once, and not all methods are equally good: somewhere you have to put up with delay, somewhere with loss of quality, and some methods require additional accessories. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of connecting in 2026, including hidden MIUI functions and bypassing typical errors.

1. Wireless transmission via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a standard for “wireless HDMI” that duplicates the screen of a smartphone on a TV without losing quality. In Xiaomi TV, it is built in by default, and on the phone requires support from Android (starting with version 4.2) or iOS (via AirPlay, but with restrictions).

How to connect:

• 📺 On TV: Open Settings → Connection and sharing → Wireless display (or Screen Mirroring in English firmware).
• 📱 On Android: Go to Settings → Connected devices → Screen transmission (on Xiaomi/Redmi The path may be different: Settings → Screen. → Wireless display).
• 🔍 The TV will appear in the list of available devices – select it and confirm the connection.

⚠️ Warning: Miracast is sensitive to interference on a 5GHz network. If the image is slowing down, try it:

⚠️ Switch router to channel 36-48 (less loaded) or temporarily disable other devices operating on the frequency 5 GHz.

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Pros of the method:

• ✅ No loss of quality (transmitted as is from the phone screen).
• ✅ Low latency (suitable for watching videos).
• ✅ No Internet connection – it works via direct Wi-Fi Direct.

Cons:

• ❌ High battery consumption of the phone (up to) 15-20% hourly).
• ❌ Not all apps support audio output (for example, Netflix can block playback).

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2. Transfer through USB-cable (MTP/PTP)

If wireless methods are elusive, good old-fashioned USB cable will come to the rescue, which works on all Xiaomi TVs with a USB-A or USB-C port (depending on the model), the main condition is that the phone must support MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) or PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) modes.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your TV with a cable (use a USB-C → USB-A adapter if necessary).
2. On your phone screen, select File Transfer Mode (or PTP if MTP is not determined).
3. On the TV, open the File Manager (or Media Center) app and go to the section. USB-device.
4. Find the DCIM or Pictures folder, where your photos are stored.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Mi models) TV 4S 2019) not supported MTP Because of the firmware constraints:

⚠️ Try connecting through PTP Or use an adapter. OTG + card reader SD-map.

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If the phone is not identified, try using the original charging cable – cheap counterparts often do not support data transfer.

3.Use of HDMI-adapter (for iPhone and Android)

If you want maximum quality without delay (for example, to show photos at an exhibition or a family holiday), the best option is a wired connection via HDMI.

• 📱 For Android: Adapter USB-C → HDMI (For example, Xiaomi Type-C to HDMI or Baseus>).
• 🍎 For iPhone: Apple’s official Lightning Digital adapter AV (or certified).

How to connect:

1. Put the adapter in the phone and HDMI-cable to TV (port) HDMI 1/ARC or any other).
2. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, etc.).
3. The phone screen is automatically duplicated on TV in resolution up to 4K@60Hz (depending on the adapter).

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ Zero Latency – Ideal for a Slideshow or Video.
• ✅ Support HDR10 Dolby Vision (with a compatible adapter).
• ✅ It works even without the Internet and Wi-Fi.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Additional Adapter Costs (from 1,500) ₽ quality-model).
• ❌ The charge of the phone is enough for maximum 2-3 hour-long.

4. Cloud Services: Google Photos, Mi Cloud and Alternatives

If you don't need direct screen duplication, but just show photos, you can use cloud services, which is convenient because it doesn't require a physical connection and works even on older TVs.

The most popular options are:

• 🌐 Google Photos: Upload photos to the app, then open it on your TV via Google Play Store (if TV is on Android) TV).
• ☁️ Mi Cloud: sync photos with your Xiaomi account, then log in to it on your TV via Gallery → Cloud.
• 📁 Yandex Disk/Mile.ru Cloud: upload your photo to the cloud, then open it via your browser on TV (for example, TV Bro).

⚠️ Note: When using Mi Cloud on a Xiaomi TV, a sync error may occur if you:

⚠️ Xiaomi's phone and TV accounts are different, or the TV firmware version is older than 2021. Solution: Update your TV software or use Google Photos.

The advantages of cloud services:

• ✅ Access to photos from any device.
• ✅ No cable or Wi-Fi binding (mobile internet is enough).
• ✅ Automatic backup.

Cons:

• ❌ Limitation on volume (usually free) 5-15 GB).
• ❌ Quality can decrease when compressed (for example, Google Photos by default compresses a photo up to 16 MP).

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Cloud services are the best choice for regular viewing of photos, but are not suitable for high-resolution demonstrations (for example, for example, for the first time, RAW-file).

5. Local area network: DLNA and streaming applications

DLNA allows you to stream media files from phone to TV over a local network without duplicating the screen. On Xiaomi TV, DLNA support is built in by default (the Media Center app or DLNA in the menu).

How to set up:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your phone, install a DLNA server application (such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast).
3. In the app, select photos to transfer and specify Xiaomi TV as the output device.
4. On TV, open Media Center → DLNA and select your phone from the source list.

Advantages of DLNA:

• ✅ No need to duplicate the entire screen (saves battery).
• ✅ Supported formats RAW, HEIF (if the TV recognizes them).
• ✅ You can create playlists and slideshows.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Not all apps support Xiaomi TV (For example, standard Google Photos can not stream on the Internet. DLNA).
• ❌ Possible lags when transferring heavy files (for example, ARW Sony).

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To speed up DLNA transmission, disable Band Steering (automatic switching between 2.4 and 5 GHz) on the router – this will reduce delays.

Specific cases: old TV models and non-standard formats

If your Xiaomi TV is released before 2018 (such as Mi TV 3 or Mi TV 4), some current techniques may not work.

• 🔌 adapter MHL (supportive MHL — Check the specifications of your model).
• 📀 USB-Flash drive: copy photos to the drive and connect it to the TV.
• 🖥️ PC as an intermediary: transfer the photo to the computer, and then through the Local Network or TeamViewer display on the TV.

For non-standard formats (e.g. CR2, NEF):

• Use viewer apps on your TV (like VLC or Kodi).
• Pre-convert files to JPEG via Lightroom or Snapseed.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2019 may not have support HEIF (Photo format with iPhone:

⚠️ Install the app on TV. HEIF Viewer from Google Play or convert files to JPEG via Shortcuts on iPhone.

Comparison of all methods: what to choose?

The choice of method depends on your tasks:

• 🎬 For video and presentations — HDMI Miracast.
• 📷 To view the photo — USB or DLNA.
• ☁️ Access from different devices – The Cloud.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions