How to transfer the screen from Xiaomi phone to TV: all working ways

Dubbing the screen of a Xiaomi smartphone on a TV opens up new possibilities, from watching movies on the big screen to showing presentations or streaming games. However, many users face problems - the connection is cut, the picture is slowed, the TV simply "can't see" the phone. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of transferring the screen (including hidden MIUI functions), explain why some methods work unstable, and give a checklist to eliminate errors.

It is important to understand that the choice of method depends on the model of your Xiaomi (for example, Redmi Note 12 supports Miracast, and older devices like Redmi 5 – only cable), the version of MIUI (in the 14th version the wireless projection menu has changed), as well as on the capabilities of the TV. If you have Xiaomi TV – you have exclusive features like Mi Share, which are not available on TVs of other brands.

We tested everything from Xiaomi 11T Pro to POCO X3 Pro and found key nuances: why Google Cast sometimes runs faster than Miracast, how to get around the restriction on the transfer of protected content (Netflix, Disney+), and what to do if the TV does not appear in the list of available devices.

1. Wireless duplication via Miracast (built-in MIUI function)

Miracast is a wireless screen transmission standard supported by most modern Xiaomi TVs and smartphones.It does not require internet, but only works within a radius of 10 meters. The main advantage is minimal latency (up to 50 ms), which is critical for games or video.

To activate Miracast:

• 📱 On the phone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Screen transmission (on MIUI 14 Ways may be different: Settings → Screen. → Wireless display).
• 📺 On TV: Turn on Screen Mirroring (on Xiaomi) TV This is Miracast in the Settings menu. → Connection → Wireless display).
• 🔍 From the list of available devices on your phone, select the name of your TV. Confirm the connection on both devices.

Challenges and solutions:

• ❌ TV not on the list: check if Miracast is on TV (It's sometimes hidden in the developer's menu. On Samsung, it can be called Smart View. LG — Screen Share.
• ❌ Image slows down: disable background apps on your phone (especially messengers) and reduce screen resolution in Miracast settings (if available).
• ❌ No sound: on some Xiaomi models, sound is transmitted separately - check the audio output settings in the notification panel.

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If the connection is permanently broken, try reconnecting by first turning off Bluetooth on your phone – sometimes it interferes with Miracast.

Important for Xiaomi TV owners: if you have a 2022 or newer model, use the Quick Connect function in the notification curtain – it automatically selects the optimal protocol (Miracast or proprietary solution Xiaomi) and reduces latency to 30 ms.

2. Screen transfer via Google Cast (Chromecast)

Google Cast (or Chromecast) is an alternative to Miracast that works over Wi-Fi and supports streaming content from apps (YouTube, Netflix), where the phone acts as a remote rather than duplicates the screen completely, which is convenient for watching videos, but not suitable for gaming or working with documents.

Instructions:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (guest networks won’t work!).
2. On TV: If you have a Xiaomi TV with Google TV, open the Google Home app. On other TVs, use the built-in Chromecast or plug in an external adapter.
3. On your phone: In an app that supports Cast (like YouTube), tap the broadcast icon (📡) and choose your TV.

Limitations:

• 🚫 Not all apps support Cast, such as TikTok or VK Videos have blocked this feature.
• 🚫 Protected Content (Netflix, Disney)+, Prime Video can only be broadcast in low resolution because of the low resolution DRM-restraint.
• 🚫 On some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) Cast is hidden – you need to activate it through Settings → Additionally. → Developer functions → Enable wireless debugging.

3. Wired connection via HDMI (for minimum delays)

If you want a stable image without lags (for example, for games or video editing), wired connection via HDMI is the best choice. latency is minimal (10-20 ms), and the quality of transmission is independent of Wi-Fi interference. However, not all Xiaomi smartphones support direct transmission over HDMI.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (for new models or Micro-USB → HDMI (Note that low-cost adapters may not support audio output!
• 📺 HDMI-cable (versions 1.4 or higher for support) 4K).
• ⚡ Power supply for the phone (with prolonged use).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and then connect it to the TV with an HDMI cable.
2. On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-signal-input.
3. A notification may appear on the phone about connecting to an external display - confirm it.
4. If the screen is not duplicated automatically, go to Settings → Display → HDMI Mode and select Duplicate Screen or Expand Screen.

Check the adapter compatibility with the Xiaomi| model

Update your phone’s firmware (older versions of MIUI had HDMI bugs)|

Use the original cable HDMI (Chinese No-Name may not be able to transmit sound)|

Turn off the power saving on your phone (otherwise, the image may flicker)

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Compatibility of adapters:

⚠️ Note: Phones with MediaTek Helio G (such as the Redmi Note 11) may not be able to sound through the phone. HDMI. Solution: Use Bluetooth headphones or external headphones DAC.

4.Exclusive features for Xiaomi TV (Mi Share and Quick Connect)

If you have a Xiaomi TV (Mi TV A2, Mi TV Q2 and later), there are unique duplication options available that other brands don’t have, which are more stable than Miracast and support additional features like file transfer or control of the TV from your phone.

Method 1: Mi Share

• 📲 On your phone: Swipe down the screen to open the notification bar and tap the Mi Share icon (or Quick Transfer).
• 📺 On TV: on the menu Settings → Connection → Mi Share activate the function.
• 🔗 Select the TV from the list and confirm the connection. Unlike Miracast, you can transfer not only the screen, but also files.

Method 2: Quick Connect (Fast Connection)

This feature appeared in MIUI 13 and only works with Xiaomi TVs on Google TV. It automatically selects the best protocol (Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast) and optimizes the connection.

• 📲 Swipe down the phone screen and hold the Quick Connect icon (or Quick Connection).
• 📺 Quick Connect standby mode must be enabled on the TV (in network settings).
• 🔄 After connecting, you can not only duplicate the screen, but also use the phone as a remote or transmit sound to speakers. TV.

5. Duplication through third-party applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewer)

If the built-in methods don’t work (e.g., on older Xiaomi models or TVs without Miracast), you can use third-party apps. They are suitable for transferring the screen to a PC, but some support Android TVs.

Top.-3 duplication:

Instructions for ApowerMirror:

1. Download the app to your phone and TV (if you have Android TV).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your phone, launch ApowerMirror, select Mirror to TV, and follow the instructions.
4. On the TV, confirm the connection.

⚠️ Note: Apps like TeamViewer transmit screens over the Internet, which creates delays and risks of data leakage).

6. Problem Solving: Why Screen Duplication Doesn't Work

Even with the right settings, the connection may not be installed, and we put together a checklist to diagnose errors.

• 🔌 TV not displayed in the list of devices: Check if it is on Miracast/Screen Mirroring on TV. Restart the router – sometimes double interferes NAT. Turn off the phone. VPN (It blocks local connections).
• 🎮 Large delays (lags) when dubbing: Switch from Miracast to Google Cast (or vice versa). Reduce screen resolution in Miracast settings (if available). Turn off power saving on your phone (Settings) → Battery → Performance mode).
• 🔇 No sound when transmitting the screen: Check if the phone is silent. In Miracast settings, select Send audio to the TV. HDMI: Use an adapter that supports sound (for example, USB-C → HDMI + 3.5mm).

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If duplication is unstable, try connecting to your TV via 5GHz Wi-Fi instead of 2.4GHz – this reduces interference and delays.

To diagnose complex cases (for example, when the screen is transferred but the applications are not opened), use the developer mode:

Settings → About the phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times)


→ Developer functions → Include:




- USB debugging.




Do not turn off the screen during charging




- Optimizing Miracast

7. Comparison of methods: which way to choose

The choice of method depends on your task. We have compiled a comparative table:

Selection recommendations:

• 🎮 For games: only HDMI Miracast (if delays are less than 50 ms).
• 🎬 Movies: Google Cast (No Problems with Movies) DRM) or HDMI.
• 📊 For presentations: Miracast or Mi Share (if you have Xiaomi) TV).
• 🔧 For repairs/configurements: third-party applications like TeamViewer.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen duplication