How do you know which one? SIM-Maps Called Xiaomi: Checking Number and Call History

Xiaomi’s two-sim phones are a convenient solution for those who use multiple numbers, one for work, another for personal calls. But sooner or later, there is confusion about which number to use. SIM-This is especially true when the subscriber has not saved the number in the contacts, and in the history of calls only the name (or even "Unknown Number") is displayed. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to determine which phone number was used for an outgoing or incoming call on Xiaomi, including hidden features. MIUI and third-party applications.

The problem is complicated by the fact that the interface MIUI It is not always intuitive to link a call to a specific SIM-For example, a standard call log can only display an operator icon, but not a card number (SIM1 or SIM2). We tested all methods on the Redmi Note 12 Pro models+, POCO X5 Pro and Xiaomi 13T firmware MIUI 14-15 – and ready to share working solutions.

1. Standard call log: where to look SIM-map

The most obvious way is to look at the history of calls, but not all users know that MIUI has hidden display details.

• 📱 Open the phone application (pipe icon).
• 🕒 Go to the tab "Journal" (or Recent in English firmware).
• 🔍 Click on the desired call - the card with details will open.
• 📶 At the top of the screen will be indicated SIM-map, SIM 1: MegaFon or SIM 2: Tele2).

If you MIUI 14/15, Pay attention to the color markings: calls from different SIM-The cards can be displayed in different colors (for example, blue for the map). SIM1, green-for SIM2). This is set up in Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Colors. SIM-map.

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If the log shows only the contact name without a number, click on the call and hold for 2 seconds - a context menu with the option "Show the number" will appear.

Important: in some versions MIUI (especially on budget Redmi models when scrolling through the icon magazine SIM-The cards may not be loaded in time:

⚠️ Note: If after clicking on the call in the card details are not displayed SIM-card, try restarting your phone or clearing the cache of the Phone app in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Phone. → Clear the cache. This often solves the problem of data loading.

2. How to determine SIM-map

V MIUI Next to each call, the log displays the operator's logo (MTS, Beeline, etc.) This is an indirect way to determine the identity of the operator. SIM-a card, if you remember which operator to which card is attached:

• 📶 SIM1 — MegaFon (blue logo)
• 📶 SIM2 — Tele2 (yellow logo)

But this method only works if:

1. You have different operators on each SIM-map.
2. You do not use virtual operators (e.g. MegaFon-based Yota).
3. Logos are displayed correctly (sometimes replaced with a standard icon). SIM-map).

If the operators are the same (for example, both) SIM-Beeline cards, that's useless, so you can move on to the next one.

3. view detailed information about the call through USSD-code

If the standard journal does not show SIM-map, you can use it. USSD-This method works for all Xiaomi, regardless of the version. MIUI.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone app.
2. Go to the "Set" tab (keyboard).
3. Enter one of the codes: ##4636## - opens the test menu, where there is a tab "Phone Information" with the history of calls. ##225## - will show the list of recent calls with the indication SIM-Cards (not working on all models).

Press the call button.

In the menu that opens, look for "Last Calls" or "Call Log" section. SIM-map from which the call was made, as well as technical details (duration, status - "outgoing" / "incoming").

⚠️ Attention: USSD-The codes may not work on some firmware MIUI European region (MIUI EU). If nothing happens after you enter the code, then the function is disabled by the manufacturer. In this case, use third-party applications (see section 5).

4. Analysis of call logs through the engineering menu (for advanced)

If you’re ready to dive into the technical details, you can extract call information from system logs, a method that works for Xiaomi on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors (most flagships) and MediaTek (budget models).

Step-by-step:

1. Install the Shortcut Maker app from Google Play.
2. In the search for the application, type com.android.settings.Settings$TestingSettingsActivity.
3. Create a shortcut to the main screen.
4. Open the shortcut and the hidden menu "Testing options" will open.
5. Select "Phone Information" → "Logs of calls".

Examples of Call Logs Backup & Restore:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Launch and press backup – a backup of calls will be created.
3. Open a backup file (for example, via Excel or Google Sheets).
4. Find the SIM Slot column, which will be 0 (SIM1) or 1 (SIM2).

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Truecaller) collect data about your contacts and calls. → Annexes → Permissions and disable unnecessary (e.g. access to the SMS).

6. How to set up the display SIM-call-book

If you're in Xiaomi. SIM-The cards don't show up in the log, you can fix it through the settings:

Open Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks

Select "Names" SIM-cards" and assign unique names (e.g., "Worker" and "Personal")

Insert the "Show" option SIM-map in the call log" (if available)

Reboot your phone to apply changes-->

On models with MIUI 14+, color labels are also available:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Colors. SIM-map.
2. Choose unique colors for each card (e.g. red for SIM1, green for SIM2).
3. In the call log, the calls will be highlighted with the selected colors.

If the option is "Show" SIM-The map is not in the log, which means your firmware is not supporting it, and then only an update will help. MIUI or use of third-party applications.

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

When dealing with Xiaomi call history, users face typical problems. Here's how to solve them:

If after all the manipulations SIM-The cards are still not displayed, check if there are restrictions in the "Children's Mode" or corporate policies (on work phones.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions