How to transfer the screen of Xiaomi phone to the TV: all the ways with instructions

Broadcasting Xiaomi’s smartphone screen to a large TV screen opens up new possibilities, from watching high-resolution movies to showing presentations or games on a wide diagonal. However, not all users know that you do not need to buy expensive adapters for this – modern Xiaomi devices (including Redmi and POCO models) support several built-in wireless and wired image transfer technologies.

In this article, we'll look at all the current ways to duplicate your TV, from the standard Miracast to obscure features like Wireless Display in MIUI firmware. You'll learn how to connect without lags, what settings to optimize for stable broadcasting, and what to do if the TV can't see your smartphone. And for older models, we've prepared a review of budget adapters that will solve the compatibility problem.

Importantly, the way you connect depends not only on the phone model, but also on the MIUI firmware, the Android version, and even the TV brand. For example, Samsung might need to turn on Screen Mirroring, and for LG, Wi-Fi Direct, and we took these nuances into account and collected universal instructions.

1. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (without router)

Miracast technology is a wireless screen transmission standard built into most modern Xiaomi smartphones and TVs with Android TV or Smart TV. The main advantage is that you do not need an Internet connection or router – the connection is established directly between devices.

To activate Miracast on Xiaomi:

1. Open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Screen Transfer.
2. Select Wireless Display (or Wireless Display in Global Firmware).
3. Turn on the search for available devices – the TV should appear in the list.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

On the TV, pre-enable the signal reception mode:

• 📺 Android TV: Settings → Devices → Screen transmission.
• 📺 Samsung: Settings → General. → Screen Mirroring.
• 📺 LG: Settings → Network → Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct.

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If the TV doesn't appear on the list, try restarting both devices or upgrading MIUI to the latest version, which solves the compatibility problem in 80% of cases.

Miracast's limitations:

• ⚠️ Maximum authorization — 1920×1080 (Some models of Xiaomi are possible 4K, delayed).
• ⚠️ Sound/image delay ~100–200 ms (not suitable for dynamic gaming).
• ⚠️ Does not work with protected content (such as Netflix or Disney)+ via).

2. Google Cast (Chromecast) – for streaming content

If you don’t want to stream the entire screen, but only videos from apps (YouTube, KinoPoisk, IVI), the best option is Google Cast technology. It works through a router and is supported by most Android TVs or Chromecast consoles.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Click the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
4. Choose your TV from the list.

List of apps that support Google Cast:

• 🎬 YouTube, Netflix, Twitch
• 🎵 Spotify, Yandex Music
• 📺 KinoPoisk, IVI, Amediateka
• 📱 Google Photos (for slideshow display)

An important nuance: some apps (like Netflix) block streaming through Google Cast if the phone is not certified for Widevine L1. On Xiaomi, this is true for models with global firmware. Check Widevine status through the DRM Info app (available in the Play Market).

⚠️ Warning: If the sound is late after connecting via Google Cast, try turning off the audio processing in the TV settings (Settings) → Sound. → Sound effects → That's a common problem on television. LG Samsung.

3. Wired connection via HDMI (without delay)

For minimal latency (ideal for gaming or graphics), it is best to use a wired connection via a USB-C → HDMI or Micro-USB → HDMI adapter (depending on your Xiaomi connector), which supports resolution up to 4K@60Hz and transmits lossless sound.

What you need:

• 🔌 adapter USB-C/Micro-USB → HDMI (for example, Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI Adapter or universal from Baseus).
• 📺 HDMI-cable (usually complete with a TV).
• ⚡ Power supply for the phone (with long broadcasting).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV via HDMI.
3. On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-input (Source or Input button on the remote control).
4. A request for permission to transfer the screen may appear on the phone - confirm it.

Comparison of adapters for Xiaomi:

On Xiaomi models with a Snapdragon 8 series processor (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or POCO F5 Pro), adapters on the DisplayLink chip may not work – only use adapters with DisplayPort Alt Mode support.

4 Use of the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick or Mi Box

If your TV doesn’t support your smart TV, But he does. HDMI-Port, optimal solution - Xiaomi Mi console TV Stick or Mi Box S. They convert any TV to smart, adding support for Google Cast, Miracast and app installs.

How to connect:

1. Put the console in. HDMI-television-port.
2. Connect power via USB (can be from a TV or socket).
3. Select the appropriate one on the TV HDMI-entrance.
4. On Xiaomi, activate Screen Transfer (as in the Miracast section).

The advantages of Xiaomi consoles:

• 🎮 Support for Google Stadia and Cloud Games.
• 📱 The ability to install any Android application (including Kodi or VLC).
• 🔊 Support for Dolby Atmos sound and DTS.
• 🔄 Automatic firmware update.

Enable Wi-Fi on the console | Update the firmware to the latest version | In the screen settings, select "Allow Miracast" | Turn off power saving in the HDMI settings | Check phone compatibility (MIUI 12+)

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Comparison of Mi TV Stick and Mi Box S:

5. Alternative methods: DLNA and third-party applications

If standard methods don't work, you can use DLNA protocols or third-party applications, which are less stable, but sometimes work on older TVs or phones.

Method 1: DLNA (for photo/video/music)

1. On your TV, turn on DLNA (usually in the Network or Multimedia section).
2. On your Xiaomi phone, install the Mi Home or BubbleUPnP app.
3. Select the files to broadcast and send them to the TV.

Method 2: ApowerMirror

• 📱 Install ApowerMirror on your phone and TV (if you have Android on it) TV).
• 🔗 Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🖥️ On your phone, select Mirror to TV and follow the instructions.

Method 3: TeamViewer QuickSupport (for technical support)

• 🛠️ Suitable if you need to show your phone screen for settings (e.g. parents).
• 🔑 Requires TeamViewer installation on both devices.

⚠️ Note: Apps like ApowerMirror or Screen Mirroring often display ads and can collect data. Before installing, check Play Market permissions and user reviews. Use only official methods for sensitive data (Miracast or Microsoft). HDMI).

6: The solution to the problem: why the phone can't see the TV

If the broadcast is not working, check the following points:

Problem 1: The TV is not displayed in the list of devices

• ✅ Make sure the TV is on mode. Miracast/Screen Mirroring.
• ✅ Reboot both devices.
• ✅ Update the firmware MIUI and on TV.
• ✅ Check if the connection is blocking the antivirus or VPN phone-on.

Problem 2: There is sound but no image (or vice versa)

• ✅ For Miracast: In your phone settings, select Transmit only screen or screen + sound.
• ✅ For HDMI: Check the cable and adapter (try another port on your TV).
• ✅ On the TV, turn off the sound processing (Settings) → Sound. → Effects. → Off.).

Problem 3: Severe delay (lag) during broadcasting

• ✅ For Miracast: Reduce screen resolution in phone settings (Settings) → Screen. → Permission).
• ✅ For Google Cast: Close the background apps on your phone.
• ✅ Connect your router via cable (if you use Wi-Fi).
• ✅ Switch the router to 5 GHz (less interference).

FAQ: Frequent questions about streaming Xiaomi screen on TV