Are you tired of manually calling back customers when the line is busy? The auto dial feature on Xiaomi smartphones automates this process — the phone will repeat dialing attempts on its own until the interlocutor answers. This option is especially useful for business calls, call centers, or when you need to urgently call busy subscribers.
In this article, we will discuss all ways to activate auto dial on Xiaomi, including hidden settings. MIUI, You will learn how to adjust the interval between attempts, which models support the function "natively", and which will require a workaround. We will also consider typical errors (for example, why the auto dial does not work with some of the models). SIM-cards) and give recommendations on optimizing battery consumption during active mode.
What is an auto dialer and why you need it on Xiaomi
Auto dialing (or automatic recalling) is a feature that forces a smartphone to call back to a subscriber if the first attempt to connect failed. On Xiaomi, this option is integrated into the standard Phone app, but its behavior depends on the MIUI firmware version and device model.
Main use cases:
- 📞 Business calls: when you need to urgently contact a customer or partner, but his line is constantly busy.
- 🏥 Emergency situations: Attempting to call a support service or medical facility.
- 📡 Weak signal: If communication is interrupted due to poor network coverage, the auto dialer will resume the attempt.
- 🤝 Call centers: automatic repetition of the set for the queue to the operator.
It is important to understand that an auto dialer does not guarantee a 100% successful connection - it only increases the chances. The function can be limited by the operator (for example, MTS or Beeline sometimes block frequent repeated calls like spam).
Does all Xiaomi models support auto dialing?
Auto dialing is available on most Xiaomi smartphones, but its implementation differs depending on:
- 📱 Series of devices: flagship models (Mi) 11/12/13, Xiaomi 14) The budget is also available for extended settings (Redmi). 9A, POCO M3) They can only offer basic functionality.
- 🔄 Versions MIUI: firmware MIUI 12 and newer interface settings are unified, and in older versions (for example, MIUI 11) the path to options may differ.
- 📶 Regional firmware: Global (Global) and Chinese (China) versions MIUI function set may differ.
| Xiaomi Series | Auto dial support | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13/14, Mi 11/12 | ✅ Complete. | Setting the interval between attempts (5-60 seconds), working in the background |
| Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4 | ✅ Partial | Basic functionality, without fine-tuning intervals |
| Redmi 9A/8A, POCO M3 | ⚠️ Limited. | Requires activation via an engineering menu or third-party apps |
| Xiaomi Pad 5/6 | ❌ No. | Tablets do not support default calls (SIM or VoIP required) |
If your model does not support auto dialing out of the box, do not despair: in the section on alternative methods, we will tell you how to circumvent this restriction with the help of third-party applications or hidden commands.
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Before setting up the auto dial, check if the option "Call Auto Driver" is included in the menu of your operator.2 it's activated by USSD-code *111*35#.
Step-by-step: how to turn on the auto dial in the standard application "Phone"
On most Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12-14, auto dialing is enabled via the call menu.
- Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
- Go to the magazine tab (watch icon in the lower menu).
- Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
- Scroll down to the Call section and tap on Autocall.
- Activate the switch to the position on..
- Set the interval between attempts (available options are 5, 10, 15, 30 or 60 seconds).
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Once activated, when a call fails, the system will automatically try again at a selected interval. Please note that if a caller drops a call or transfers it to voicemail, the auto dialer will not work - it only works when the signal is "busy."
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI Autocall option may not be on the menu, due to operator policy or regional restrictions.
Alternative ways to enable auto dial if it is not in the settings
If your Xiaomi smartphone doesn’t have an inbuilt auto dial feature, try one of these methods:
1. through the engineering menu (for advanced users)
This method is suitable for Redmi and POCO models with MIUI 11-13 firmware:
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- Select Phone Information.
- Scroll to Select the Network (do not change the settings!).
- Go back and tap the call setting.
- Find the Auto Redial option and activate it.
2. With the help of USSD-operator code
Some operators (e.g. MTS or MegaFon) offer their own auto dialing services.
- 📶 *111*35# — activation2.
- 📶 *111*777# — status check.
- 📶 *105*500# — junction at Beeline (paid, ~3 rub).
Third-party annexes
If none of the methods worked, install one of these apps from Google Play:
- 🔄 Auto Redial: simple interface, support for blacklist numbers.
- 📞 Call Repeater: flexible interval settings (from 1 second).
- 🛠️ Tasker: for advanced users (requires customization via AutoInput plugin).
How to check if the auto dial is working?
Setting the interval between attempts: optimal values
The interval between repeated calls depends not only on the chance to reach the phone, but also on battery consumption and locking on the part of the operator.
- ⚡ 5-10 seconds: suitable for emergencies, but quickly drains the battery and can be regarded by the operator as spam.
- ⏳ 15–30 seconds: the optimal balance between efficiency and charge savings.
- 🕒 60 seconds: Minimum risk of blocking, but low probability of fast connection.
On Xiaomi devices with MIUI 14, the Adaptive Spacing option is available - the system automatically adjusts the frequency of attempts depending on the network load.
- Go to Settings → Applications → Phone → Autocall.
- Activate the Smart Repeat Switch.
| Interval | Battery consumption | The risk of blocking | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 seconds | ⚠️ High-pitched | ❌ High-pitched | ✅ Maximum |
| 15 seconds | 🟢 Medium. | 🟡 Low. | ✅ Tall. |
| 60 seconds. | 🟢 Minimum | ✅ Absent. | ⚠️ Low. |
⚠️ Note: If you use an auto dialer with intervals of less than 10 seconds more than 10 times in a row, the operator can temporarily block outgoing calls. In this case, call the short support number (for example, 0890 for MTS) and request unlocking.
Why AutoCalling Doesn't Work: Typical Problems and Solutions
If the function is activated but no re-calls occur, check these points:
Operator restrictions
Some tariffs block frequent repeat calls. Solutions:
- 📞 Call the operator and check whether the auto dial service is supported at your tariff.
- 💳 Try to change the tariff to more expensive (for example, Beeline auto dial is available only at rates from 500 rubles / month).
2. Conflict with other applications
Call blocking software (such as Truecaller) or battery optimizers can interfere with the auto dialer.
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find Truecaller (or analogues) and turn off the permission to Change call settings.
- Add the Phone app to the battery optimization exceptions list.
3. Programmatic errors
If the autodialer stopped working after the MIUI update, try:
- 🔄 Reset the settings of the Phone application (Settings) → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Drop it).
- 📥 Install firmware updates through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
- 🛠️ Reverse to the previous version MIUI (spoiler).
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Hardware restrictions
On some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi 9C or POCO C31), the auto dialer may not work due to a weak processor or a lack of RAM.
- 🧹 Close all background apps before calling.
- 🔋 Connect your phone to charge (this will increase the priority of the call process).
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If the auto dial doesn’t work, check the operator’s limitations first, then conflicts with the software, and only consider hardware problems last.
How Auto dialing affects the battery and how to reduce charge consumption
Active auto dialing can increase battery consumption by 10-25% per hour, especially if the interval between attempts is less than 15 seconds.
- 🔋 Turn off background activity: go to Settings → Battery → Battery mode and select Charge Savings (but this may limit auto dialing).
- 📴 Air mode: If the network signal is weak, the phone spends a lot of energy finding the connection. Turn on Air mode for 10 seconds, then turn off - this will reset the communication module.
- 🔄 Increase the interval: Repeat the call no more than once every 30 seconds.
- 🛡️ Disable Auto dial for contacts: in the phone settings, you can create exceptions for frequently dialed numbers.
On 5,000mAh battery devices (such as the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or POCO X5 Pro), a 15-second auto dial will drain the battery in 4-6 hours of continuous operation. Compared to the Xiaomi 13 Lite (a 4,500mAh battery), the same mode will reduce battery life to 3 hours.
⚠️ Note: If you use an auto dialer while roaming, battery consumption can increase by 2-3 times due to the constant search for foreign towers. SIM-map.