How do I know which one? SIM-The card rings on the smartphone Xiaomi: all ways

You are using a Xiaomi smartphone with two SIM-You're constantly confused about which number the incoming call comes to? This problem is familiar to many owners of Dual-enabled devices. SIM. Unlike the old phone, where each SIM And it had a separate indicator, and modern smartphones often hide this information behind the interface layer. MIUI There are several ways to determine which card the call is coming to – from standard features to hidden settings.

In this article, we will analyze all available methods: from basic (hints on the lock screen) to advanced ones (USSD-codes and third-party applications. You will learn how to configure the display of the number SIM Right in the call interface, what Xiaomi models are out of the box, and what to do if your phone is persistently hiding this information, and why sometimes the system can show incorrect data and how to fix it.

1. Standard method: Indication on the screen of the incoming call

The most obvious method is to look at the screen when you call in. MIUI 12–14 (and HyperOS for new models) a small icon is displayed next to the subscriber number. SIM-slot-card (SIM 1 SIM There are nuances, however:

• 📱 On models up to 2020 (for example, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Mi). 9T) The icon may not be available by default – it must be manually enabled (more on this below).
• 🔄 If you are using a virtual SIM (eSIM, the system can show it as SIM 3 or eSIM.
• 🚫 On some firmware from third-party developers (for example, LineageOS), the indication may not work correctly.

If there is no icon, try swiping your finger up the screen while you call — sometimes additional information is hidden under the notification curtain. Also check if you have a theme that hides these elements (for example, minimalist themes from Theme → My Themes).

2. Display setting SIM-card-only

If your Xiaomi doesn't show you which SIM the call is coming to, chances are that feature is just disabled to activate it:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to the Double section. SIM and mobile network (or settings) SIM-maps in new versions).
4. Activate the option to show the number SIM-Cards when calling (name may differ).

On some models (such as the POCO X3 Pro or Redmi Note 11), this parameter is hidden deeper:

→ SIM-maps and mobile networks → Additional → Display SIM when calling

Is the "Show SIM on Call" option activated?

Has the firmware been updated to the latest version?

Is there a third-party theme of design?

Checked settings in the application "Phone"?-->

Attention! If you don't have an icon after you turn on this option, try resetting the phone app:

⚠️ Attention: Reset will delete call history! go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Phone. → Warehouse → Clear the data.

3. USSD-codes SIM-map

If the interface does not show which SIM Calling the caller, you can use it USSD-This method works for all Xiaomi models, including the old ones (Redmi). 4X, Mi A1) and new (Xiaomi 13, POCO F5).

Enter the following commands in the Phone application:

It's important: USSD-The codes may not work on some operators (e.g. Iota or virtual operators like Tinkoff Mobile) and after you enter the code ##4636##, don't press the call button, the menu will open automatically in 1-2 seconds.

Third-party monitoring applications SIM-map

If standard methods don't work, install one of the specialized applications, which not only shows which SIM is being called, but also keeps statistics on each card.

• 📊 Dual SIM Selector – allows you to assign priority SIM for calls SMS, and also shows notifications about incoming calls indicating the slot.
• 🔍 SIM Info – provides detailed information about both SIM-cards, including the operator, IMEI network status.
• 🛠️ MIUI Hidden Settings – reveals hidden features MIUI, including advanced Dual settings SIM.

Dual SIM Selector: Dual SIM Selector:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Launch it and give permissions to access calls.
3. In the Call Notifications section, enable the Show SIM info on incoming calls option.
4. Now, when an incoming call will pop up a notification with the SIM number (even if the standard interface does not show it).

⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, SIM Info requires superuser rights (root) for full functionality, and on non-rooted devices, they will only show basic information.

5. Hardware methods: visual verification of slots

If the software methods do not work, you can determine the SIM-card "manual":

1. Look at the tray for SIM-On most Xiaomi models, the slot is SIM 1 is located near the edge of the phone, and SIM 2 is closer to the center. For example, in the Redmi Note 10 Pro: 📏 SIM 1 – top slot (closer to the power button). 📏 SIM 2 - Lower slot (closer to the dynamics).

Compare phone numbers.

Settings → About phone → Status SIM- card → My phone number

Use the second phone.

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On hybrid slot models (such as the POCO X3 NFC), the second SIM can conflict with the memory card. If you use a microSD, the SIM 2 slot will be disabled, and all calls will only come to the SIM 1.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Sometimes, even after all the settings, Xiaomi stubbornly does not show which SIM the subscriber is calling, let’s consider the typical reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If none of the methods worked, it may be a hardware failure (e.g., a damaged contact) that causes the problem. SIM-maps. In this case:

1. Try to rearrange. SIM-maps in places (from SIM 1st SIM 2 and vice versa).
2. Clean the slot contacts with a soft brush or compressed air.
3. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center for Diagnostics.

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If you're confused often SIM-You can use different names in your settings, like "Worker" and "Personal." → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Name. SIM-map.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

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If your Xiaomi doesn’t show up SIM-card when incoming call, first check the settings in the application "Phone", then try USSD-codes, and only as a last resort, install third-party applications. On new models (2022 and later), the problem is usually solved by updating the firmware.