How to transfer the screen Xiaomi on TV over Wi-Fi: all the ways to Android

Wirelessly streaming a smartphone screen to a big TV screen has become an integral part of modern media consumption. Owners of Xiaomi Android devices have several technologies for such synchronization at once, from standard Miracast to proprietary solutions like Mi Share. However, in practice, users often face problems: the TV does not see the phone, the picture slows down, the sound disappears. This article will help you understand all the nuances of connecting Xiaomi to TV via Wi-Fi, choosing the best method for your model and situation.

The main advantage of wireless connectivity is that you can't wire and move around the room without losing communication, but it's important to understand that the quality of the broadcast depends on a lot of factors: the version of Android on your smartphone, the model of the TV, the speed of the Wi-Fi network and even the distance between devices. We'll look at all the current ways of synchronization, their pros and cons, and also give practical tips for solving typical problems.

If you’ve never connected a smartphone to a TV by air before, start by checking your devices’ compatibility. Most modern TVs (since 2016) support at least one wireless transmission standard. Xiaomi has this feature available on all models running MIUI 9 and newer – from budget Redmi to flagship Xiaomi 13.

1. Preparation of devices for connection

Before you start setting up a connection, you need to follow a few mandatory steps, which will save you most of the potential problems in the future.

Software updates are the first and most important step. MIUI or TV firmware may not support modern data protocols:

• 📱 On a smartphone: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system
• 📺 On TV: Settings → Support → Software update (the path may differ depending on the TV brand)

Pay special attention to network settings, both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

• 🔄 Use a router that supports the standard 802.11ac (5 GHz) for minimum delays
• 📶 Locate devices at a distance of no more than 5 meters from the router
• 🔒 Turn it off. VPN Proxies on a smartphone – they can block a local connection

⚠️ Note: If your TV only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and your smartphone is connected to a 5GHz network, the broadcast will not work.

Method 1: Miracast is the universal standard for all TVs.

Miracast is a live streaming technology that is built into most modern devices, and it works at the operating system level and doesn't require any additional applications, and the main condition is that it supports both the TV and the smartphone.

To activate on Xiaomi, follow the following steps:

1. Open the Settings. → Connections and sharing → Screen transmission
2. Select the option Wireless transmission (Miracast)
3. Turn on the option and wait for the available devices to be found.
4. Select your TV from the list and confirm the connection

On the TV, pre-activate the reception mode:

• 📺 Samsung: Source → Screen Mirroring
• 📺 LG: Settings → Network → Miracast
• 📺 Android TV: Settings → Devices → Screen transmission

Television and phone in the same Wi-Fi network

Miracast is enabled on both devices

Power-saving modes disabled

Distance between devices < 3 meters-->

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (especially with the MIUI 12 and later) Miracast can be hidden. To find it, type "Screen transfer" in the settings search".

The main problems with using Miracast:

• 🐢 Lag – characteristic of budget TVs with a weak processor
• 🔇 No sound – check the sound output settings on the TV
• 🚫 Connection breaks – try turning off Bluetooth on your smartphone

3. Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) – for smart TVs

If your TV is running on Android TV Or has a built-in Chromecast, the most convenient way to broadcast is using Google Cast technology. Unlike Miracast, it does not transfer the entire screen, but only content from supported applications (YouTube, Netflix, browser, etc.).

Instructions for connection:

1. Make sure your TV is on Google Cast (usually in network settings)
2. On a Xiaomi smartphone, open a supported app (e.g. YouTube)
3. Slip on the broadcast icon (rectangle with Wi-Fi corner) in the upper right corner
4. Select your TV from the list of available devices

The advantages of Google Cast:

• ⚡ Instant connection without delay
• 🎧 Ability to broadcast sound separately to other devices
• 📱 Continue to use the phone during the broadcast

List of popular apps with Cast support:

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If the Cast icon doesn’t appear in the app, upgrade to the latest version on Google Play. Some Xiaomi firmware (especially global ones) may require manual installation of Google services.

4. Method 3: DLNA — media-file

Protocol DLNA It's perfect if you don't want to duplicate the screen, but just play movies, music or photos from your smartphone on your TV. Unlike previous methods, you don't need mirroring, you get direct access to your files.

Setup on Xiaomi:

1. Install a file manager with support DLNA (Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer)
2. Open the desired file and select the option "Play on..." or "Send to..."
3. Select your TV from the list DLNA-device

On TV:

• 📺 Activate the mode. DLNA network-setting
• 🔍 In the media player, select the source "Network" or "DLNA"
• 📁 Your smartphone should appear as a network storage

DLNA limitations:

• 🚫 Does not support screen broadcasting (only individual files)
• 📌 Not all video formats are played (depending on TV)
• 🔄 You may need to re-encrypt files.

5. Method 4: Mi Share – a proprietary solution from Xiaomi

Xiaomi has developed its own wireless data technology, Mi Share, which is optimized for Xiaomi ecosystem devices and provides a more stable connection compared to standard protocols.

Connection algorithm:

1. On a smartphone: Settings → Connections and sharing → Mi Share
2. Activate the function and select "Receiving device"
3. On Xiaomi TV (with PatchWall): Settings → Devices → Mi Share
4. Select a smartphone from the list of available devices
5. Confirm the connection on both devices

Advantages of Mi Share:

• 🔗 More stable connection compared to Miracast
• 🎮 Support for gamepad when broadcasting games
• 📶 It works even with a weak Wi-Fi signal.

⚠️ Note: Mi Share works only between Xiaomi devices (smartphones, TVs, laptops with a different device) MIUI for PC). For other brands, this method is not available.

If your TV is not from Xiaomi but supports Mi Home, you can try an alternative way:

• 🏠 Install the Mi Home app on your smartphone
• 🔄 Connect the TV as a smart device
• 📤 Use the File Transfer feature for media content

6. Method 5: Third-party applications

If standard methods don't work or work well, third-party applications come to the rescue, often offering advanced features such as high-resolution broadcasting or screen recording during transmission.

Top.-3 tested applications:

1. ApowerMirror – supports broadcast recording and management from PC
2. Screen Mirroring – a simple interface with minimal delays
3. LocalCast – specializes in broadcasting local files

Instructions for setting up (for example, ApowerMirror):

• 📱 Install the application on your smartphone and launch it
• 📺 On the TV, open the browser and go to the address specified in the application
• 🔗 Confirm the connection on both devices
• 🖥️ Select the broadcast mode (full screen or media only)

Comparison of popular applications:

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The side of the application often requires a subscription to unlock the full functionality. Before buying, check the free version - some applications limit the resolution of the stream in demo mode.

7. Solving typical connection problems

Even with the right setup, users often face difficulties, and let's look at the most common scenarios and how to solve them.

Problem 1: The TV can't see the smartphone

• 🔄 Restart both devices and router
• 📶 Check that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not the guest network)
• 🛠️ Update the TV firmware and MIUI smartphone
• 🔒 In router settings, turn off customer isolation (Client Isolation)

Problem 2: The picture is slowing down or tearing

• 📶 Switch to 5GHz in Wi-Fi settings
• 📡 Reduce the distance between devices and router
• 🎮 Lower the broadcast resolution in Miracast settings
• 🚫 Close background applications on your smartphone

Problem 3: No sound when broadcasting

• 🔊 Check the TV's audio settings (possibly the wrong input is selected)
• 🎧 Try connecting external speakers to TV
• 📱 In the smartphone settings, select "Transmit sound" when connecting
• 🔄 Reconnect the devices

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note models with custom firmware may not support hardware video encoding, in which case the broadcast will only work through third-party applications with software coding (and significant delays).

8. Alternative methods of connection

If wireless methods are not satisfied with quality or stability, consider alternative connectivity options.

HDMI-Adapter – the most reliable solution for broadcasting without delay:

• 📱 Buy an adapter. USB-C to HDMI (for new models or Micro-USB to HDMI (old)
• 🔌 Connect the adapter to the smartphone, and HDMI-cable
• 🖥️ On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-entrance

Smart TV Configures – a universal solution for old TVs:

• 📦 Buy a console (Xiaomi Mi Box, Nvidia Shield, Apple) TV)
• 🔌 Connect it to the TV through HDMI
• 📶 Use any of the wireless methods to connect your smartphone to the console

Comparison of connection methods:

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For gamers broadcasting games from smartphone to TV, the best solution will be a combination of HDMI-Bluetooth adapter and gamepad, which will provide minimal input latency and maximum picture quality.

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