How to connect Xiaomi phone to TV for watching movies and videos: all ways

You want to stream Xiaomi videos to the big screen, but don’t know how to connect your smartphone to your TV? This article will help you choose the best way to connect depending on your TV model, MIUI version and available connectors. We will analyze both wireless methods (via Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast and Google Cast) and wired (via HDMI or USB-C), and also explain how to avoid common errors when syncing devices.

Connecting your phone to your TV opens up a lot of possibilities, from watching high-resolution movies to showing photos at a family party or even playing with a big screen. But not all of them are equally convenient. HDMI-Adapters don't always support sound, and in this article, you'll find not only step-by-step instructions, but also a method comparison table that helps you choose the best option for your technology.

1. Preparing the phone and TV for connection

Before connecting devices, make sure both are ready to sync. Start by checking the version of MIUI on your smartphone: older firmware (below MIUI 12) may not support modern wireless protocols. Update the software via Settings → About Phone → Update the system if necessary.

On the TV, activate the functions you will need to connect:

• 📺 Wi-Fi Direct or Screen Mirroring (in the Network or Connections menu").
• 🔌 HDMI-CEC (if you plan to use an adapter – this feature allows you to control TV from the remote of your smartphone.
• 🔊 Developer mode (some Xiaomi models require you to enable Debugging by USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 times)).

Also check if your TV supports Miracast or Google Cast. For example, Samsung uses its own Smart View protocol, and LG uses Screen Share.

⚠️ Warning: If your Xiaomi doesn’t see a TV in the list of available devices, try rebooting both. Sometimes resetting network settings on your smartphone helps (Settings) → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Resetting settings).

2. Wireless connection via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen standard that almost all modern Xiaomi TVs and smartphones (starting with MIUI 9) support, and the main advantage of the method is that there are no wires and no delays when watching videos, but the quality of the image depends on the power of the Wi-Fi module in the phone and TV.

To connect via Miracast:

1. On your TV, open the Screen Mirroring menu (or a similar item, such as Wireless on Samsung).
2. On a Xiaomi smartphone, go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Transfer.
3. Select your TV from the list of available devices.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices (entry may be required) PIN-code).

If the image is slowing down or tearing, try:

• 📶 Reduce the distance between the phone and the TV (maximum 5-7 meters).
• 🔄 Switch Wi-Fi on the phone to 5 GHz (in router settings).
• 🔋 Close background apps on Xiaomi that consume the internet (such as YouTube or TikTok).

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 8 Pro), Miracast may not work as well due to hardware limitations of the Mediatek processor.

3. Connect via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If your TV supports Google Cast (or you have a Chromecast), you can stream content directly from apps like YouTube, Netflix, or Google Photos, a method that doesn’t require full-screen duplication—only video is transmitted, and the phone can be used for other tasks.

Instructions for connection:

1. Make sure your phone and TV (or Chromecast) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open an app that supports Google Cast (like YouTube).
3. Click on the broadcast icon (usually in the upper right corner) and select your TV.
4. Start the video and it will start playing on TV.

List of popular apps with support for Google Cast:

• 🎬 YouTube, Netflix, Disney+
• 🎵 Spotify, Google Play Music
• 📷 Google Photo, VLC

If the TV doesn’t appear in the list of broadcast devices, check:

• 🔄 Are both devices connected to the same network (not to the guest network!).
• 🔒 Are firewalls or antiviruses on your phone disabled.
• 📱 Is the app you are trying to stream from updated.

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If the broadcast is constantly interrupted, try connecting the phone to the router via cable (via the cable). USB-Adapter – This will reduce the load on Wi-Fi.

4. Wired connection via HDMI (with adapter)

For stable image transmission without delay, it is best to use a wired connection through HDMI. However, Xiaomi smartphones do not have a standard HDMI-So you'll need an adapter, depending on the phone model, you might need one:

• 🔌 USB-C → HDMI (For most modern Xiaomi, for example, Xiaomi 13 or Redmi Note 12).
• 🔌 Micro-USB → HDMI (For older models such as Redmi 4X).

How to connect:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone.
2. Put it in. HDMI-cable to adapter and TV (use port marked with a note) HDMI ARC sound-transmitter).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
4. On the smartphone may need to turn on the mode USB-Data transmission (notification will appear automatically).

Important nuances:

• 🔊 Not all adapters support sound transmission. check the specs before buying.
• 📺 On some TVs (Samsung) QLED, LG OLED) may need to be included HDMI-CEC customized.
• 🔋 When connected, the phone will discharge faster – use the charger.

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Wired connection via HDMI provides minimal latency and maximum picture quality, but requires the purchase of an adapter (from 500 to 2000 rubles).

5. USB connection (in media device mode)

If your TV has one. USB-You can connect Xiaomi as an external drive and view files directly, which is suitable for photos, music and video, but does not allow you to broadcast the screen in real time.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to the TV through USB-Cable (use the original Xiaomi cable for stability).
2. On your smartphone, select File Transfer (or MTP) mode in the connection notification.
3. On the TV, open the Multimedia or USB menu and select the file you want.

Limitations of the method:

• 🎬 Not all video formats are supported by a TV (e.g.,.mkv may not play).
• 📁 The folder structure on the phone must be organized in advance (the TV will not show hidden files).
• 🔄 When connected, the phone will charge, but slower than the original RAM.

If the TV can't see the phone:

• 🔌 Try another one. USB-TV port (some ports are for service only).
• 📱 Reboot your smartphone and reconnect.
• 🔧 Turn on Debugging. USB In the developer settings (see section 1).

6. Use of third-party applications (ApowerMirror, TeamView)

If standard methods don’t work, you can use third-party screen mirroring apps, such as ApowerMirror or TeamView, which let you stream Xiaomi’s screen to your TV via Wi-Fi or USB. These programs support additional features such as screen recording or PC control.

How to set up ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on your phone (link for Android).
2. On your TV, open your browser and go to web.apower.com (or install the Android TV version if available).
3. On your phone, launch ApowerMirror, select Wi-Fi Connection and scan. QR-TV-code.
4. Confirm the connection and start broadcasting.

Advantages of third-party applications:

• 🎮 Support for TV control (in some applications).
• 📡 Work even on older Xiaomi models and TVs.
• 🔧 Additional translation quality settings.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party applications, avoid transferring confidential information (passwords, bank data), as the data is transmitted through the developer’s servers.

7. Solving Connection Problems

If your phone is not connected to the TV, check the following points:

If none of the methods worked:

• 🔄 Update the TV firmware (via Settings) → Support → Update of the PO).
• 📱 Reset the network settings on your phone (Settings) → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Reset).
• 🛠️ Check cables and adapters for physical damage.

On some Xiaomi models (e.g. POCO F3), Screen Mirroring may conflict with the power saving mode enabled. Turn it off in the battery settings before plugging in.

FAQ: Frequent questions