Connecting Xiaomi smartphone to the TV opens up a lot of possibilities: from viewing photos on the big screen to streaming videos in the video. 4K-But not everyone knows that there are at least seven connectivity options, from wireless technologies to wired adapters. TV (Especially if it’s a TV of the same brand. TV), Android version on the smartphone and even the presence of additional accessories.
In this article, we will analyze all the current methods - from the standard Miracast to little-known functions like Xiaomi Quick Share. Particular attention will be paid to typical errors (for example, why the phone does not find a TV on the network) and nuances for specific models, such as the Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5 Pro. If you want not just to duplicate the screen, but to broadcast content with minimal latency or in maximum quality - here you will find working solutions.
1. Wireless connection via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)
Miracast is the most versatile way to mirror the screen wirelessly, and works on all Xiaomi smartphones with Android 5.0+ and is supported by most modern TVs (including Mi TV 4A/5X, Samsung QLED, LG OLED).
To activate Screen Mirroring:
- 📱 On your smartphone: open Settings → Connection and sharing → Screen Transfer (or Wireless Display in Older Versions) MIUI).
- 📺 On TV: Turn on Miracast or Screen Mirroring (usually on the Network menu) → Wireless projection).
- 🔍 In the list of available devices on your phone, select your name. TV.
Both devices are on and within a 5-meter radius|
The power saving mode is off on the TV |
Smartphone not connected to VPN (can block local network)|
Updated firmware on both devices-->
Important: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 may require manual compatibility. For this, in the Mi TV settings, go to Additional → Lab → Enable Miracast Legacy.
⚠️ Note: If the phone screen is not displayed on TV, Check if the connection is blocked by third-party software (such as Greenify or Battery Saver). MIUI.
2. Wi-Fi connection (DLNA and Xiaomi Quick Share)
If your TV supports DLNA (such as the Mi TV P1 or Sony Bravia models), you can stream media files without full screen duplication, a method that is suitable for viewing photos, videos or listening to music with minimal load on the smartphone processor.
To set up:
- Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On your smartphone, open the Gallery or Music app, select a file and click Share → Xiaomi Quick Share (or Transfer to TV).
- In the list of devices, select your TV.
What is the difference between DLNA and Miracast?
For the Xiaomi 13/14 series, the improved Xiaomi Quick Share protocol is available, which runs faster than standard DLNA and supports file transfers up to 2 GB without compression.
Settings → Special features → Quick transfer → Enable accelerated mode3. Wired connection via HDMI (for maximum quality)
If you need a stable connection without delay (for example, for playing games or watching movies in the Internet) 4K HDR), Best option: a wired adapter USB-C/HDMI. This method guarantees minimal lag and supports all the permissions that your smartphone is capable of issuing.
You'll need:
- 🔌 adapter USB-C to HDMI (For new Xiaomi models or Micro-USB to HDMI (For older ones, for example, Redmi 4X).
- 📺 HDMI-cable (usually complete with a TV).
- ⚡ Power supply for adapter (some models require additional power supply) USB-feed-in).
Instructions:
- Connect the adapter to the smartphone, and HDMI-cable.
- On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-input (usually by the Source button on the remote control).
- A request for permission to transfer an image may appear on the phone - confirm it.
| Smartphone model | Permit supported | Is the adapter power required? |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13 Pro | 4K@60Hz, HDR10+ | No. |
| POCO F5 | 2K@120Hz | Yes (USB) |
| Redmi Note 11 | Full HD@60Hz | No. |
| Black Shark 5 | 4K@120Hz (with proprietary adapter only) | Yes (USB-C PD) |
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If the image on the TV is cropped or does not fit on the screen, change the aspect ratio in the adapter settings: Settings → Display → HDMI Mode → Full-screen.
4. Connect via Google Cast (Chromecast and embedded solutions)
If your TV is equipped with Google TV or connected to a Chromecast device, you can use Google Cast technology, which allows you to stream content from supported applications (for example, YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos) directly to the big screen without blocking the smartphone.
How to set up:
- 📱 Make sure your phone and TV have the latest versions of Google Home and Google Play Services apps installed.
- 📺 On your TV, turn on Google Cast (in network settings or through the Google app) TV).
- 🔄 In the app you want to stream from (like YouTube), click the Cast icon (Wi-Fi screen icon) and select your TV.
Advantages of the method:
- ✅ Low latency when playing video.
- ✅ The ability to continue using the phone during the broadcast.
- ✅ Support for Dolby Atmos sound on compatible devices.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall firmware (e.g. Mi) TV 5 Pro) may need to disable the built-in Mi Cast in the settings to avoid conflicts with Google Cast.
Miracast (Screen Mirroring)|
HDMI-adapter|
Google Cast (Chromecast)|
Wi-Fi Direct (DLNA)|
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5.Use of Xiaomi’s proprietary features (Mi Share and Mi TV Assistant)
For owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem (smartphone + TV) exclusive tools are available:
Mi Share is an advanced version of Xiaomi Quick Share, which automatically detects Mi devices on the local network.
- On the TV, turn on Mi Share in the network settings.
- On the phone, swipe down to open the notification bar and hold the Mi Share icon.
- Select files to transfer and confirm the connection to the TV.
Mi TV Assistant (Android app) allows you to control the TV from your phone, as well as broadcast the screen with additional features, for example:
- 🎮 Game Turbo Mode to Reduce Delay in Play.
- 🔊 Adjust Dolby Audio audio in real time.
- 📱 Using the phone as a voice-controlled remote.
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Firmware TVs Xiaomi older than 2020 may not support Mi Share. in this case, update the firmware through Settings → About TV → Software update.
6. Alternative methods: Bluetooth and USB-cable
If wireless technology is not available, you can use:
Bluetooth is only suitable for audio transmission (for example, for listening to music through the speakers of the TV).
- On the TV, turn on Bluetooth and make it detectable.
- On your phone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and select your TV.
- In the phone sound settings, install the Output Device → [Name of your TV].
USB-cable - some TV sets (e.g. Mi) TV Q1) Support reading media files from a connected smartphone through USB OTG. For that:
- 🔌 Use the cable. USB-C/USB-A (or adapter for Micro-USB).
- 📁 On the phone, select the file transfer mode (MTP) plug-in.
- 🎬 On the TV, open the Media Player app and select your smartphone as the source.
⚠️ Note: When connecting through USB For long viewing, use a Y-shaped powered cable or connect your smartphone to charging.
7. Solving common problems
If your phone doesn’t see the TV or the connection is interrupted, check the following points:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The TV is not displayed in the list of devices | Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast on TV is disabled | Enable the function in the settings of the TV network |
| Mirror is working with delay | Weak Wi-Fi signal or network congestion | Connect to 5 GHz network or use HDMI |
| No sound when connected via HDMI | Incorrect audio output settings | In your phone settings, select HDMI as the output device. |
| Applications are not streamed via Google Cast | An outdated version of the application or firmware | Update the TV and smartphone |
To diagnose problems with Miracast on Xiaomi smartphones, you can use a hidden menu:
Enter the phone code ##2432546##
Select "Wi-Fi Display Test" → "Start Test"If the test shows an error in ERROR 1018, it means that the protocols are incompatible, so the solution is to update the TV firmware or use the Miracast Dongle adapter.