Introduction: why you need an auto dial on a smartphone
The AutoDial (or Automatic Re-Call) feature on Xiaomi Redmi 10 can be a real lifeline in situations where the caller is temporarily unavailable. Instead of manually dialing again, the smartphone will do it for you after a given period of time, especially useful for business calls, call centers, or when you are trying to reach busy relatives.
On Redmi 10 (as with other Xiaomi models running MIUI 12/13/14), this feature is hidden in the phone’s settings, and many users are unaware of its existence. In this article, we’ll explore not only the standard way to enable it, but also alternative methods – through engineering menus and third-party apps if the standard version for some reason does not work.
It's important to understand that auto dialing is not the same as automatically answering calls or forwarding calls, it's just trying to reconnect to the same number if the first call was interrupted or didn't take place, and it works at the firmware level and doesn't require an Internet connection.
Standard way to include an auto dial in MIUI
On Xiaomi Redmi 10, the auto dialing function is built into the standard Phone app, but its location may vary depending on the version of MIUI. Here is a universal algorithm for most firmware:
- Open the Phone app (the handset icon on the home screen or menu).
- Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
- Scroll down to the Additional Features section (or additionally in some versions).
- Find the AutoDial (can be called Repeat or AutoCall).
- Activate the slider and adjust the interval between attempts (the options are usually available: 10, 20, 30 seconds or 1.2 minutes).
If your menu doesn’t have an AutoDial item, it could mean:
- 📱 You have an outdated version of the firmware (update) MIUI through settings → The phone. → Updating the system).
- 🔄 The function is disabled by the operator (relevant for some tariffs with restrictions).
- 🛠️ The phone has custom firmware (for example, LineageOS), where this option may not be available.
Are your contacts synchronized with your Xiaomi account?
Is the network signal level sufficient (at least 2-3 divisions)
Is the "Do Not Disturb" mode off?
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Once activated, the function will work automatically: if your call was not received (busy, out of access area, reset), the smartphone will re-dial the number at the selected interval. The number of attempts is usually limited to 3-5 times to avoid blocking by the operator.
Alternative methods of introducing an auto dial
If the standard method didn’t work, you can try activating the function through an engineering menu or third-party apps, which require caution, as improper actions can disrupt the phone.
Method 1: Engineering menu (power users only)
The engineering menu allows you to manage hidden settings Xiaomi Redmi 10, including call options.
- Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##.
- Select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
- Scroll down to the Set auto redial (or similar) section.
- Set the Enabled value and save the changes.
⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options in the engineering menu unless you know their destination, this can cause network failures or complete signal loss.
Method 2: Auto dialing apps from Google Play
If the built-in function is not available, you can use third-party utilities.
- 🔄 Auto Redial – simple interface, support for blacklist numbers.
- 📞 Redial – Flexible interval settings and number of attempts.
- 🔋 Call Back – runs in the background, does not drain the battery.
Check the reviews and ratings of the app before installing. Some utilities may request excessive permissions (such as access to SMS or contacts), which is not secure.
Setting the interval and the number of attempts
The right settings will determine how effective the auto dial will be, and too short an interval (e.g. 5 seconds) can lead to the operator blocking your number as a spam call.
| Parameter | Recommended value | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Interval between attempts | 20–30 seconds | Enough to get the subscriber free, but not too long to wait. |
| Maximum number of attempts | 3-5 times | More can cause suspicions in the operator or annoy the subscriber. |
| Time of day | 8:00 to 22:00 | Avoid making night calls so as not to disturb the silence. |
| Exceptions (blacklist) | Bank numbers, support services | Auto dialing can work on automatic voice menus, which is useless. |
Some MIUI firmware can configure flexible rules for auto dialing, such as setting different contact intervals from a favorite number and a regular number.
- Go to Settings → Applications → Phone → Auto dial.
- Select the Contact Rules.
- Add numbers to the exclusion list or set individual settings for them.
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If the auto dial is triggered too often, check if the Emergency Call mode is activated in the settings. SIM-He may be in conflict with repeated attempts.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after setting up the auto dialer correctly, let’s look at typical situations and how to fix them:
Problem 1: Autophones are not working.
Possible causes and solutions:
- 🔋 Low battery power, below 15% MIUI It can block background processes, including auto dialing.
- 📵 Poor network coverage. If the signal is weak, the phone may not have time to initiate a second call. 3G instead 4G mobile network settings.
- 🔄 Conflict with other applications. Antiviruses or optimizers (such as Clean Master) can block the function. Add the Phone app to the exceptions.
Problem 2: The operator is blocking repeated calls
Some operators (such as Tele2 or Iota) limit the number of outgoing calls per minute.
- 📞 Increase the interval between attempts to 1-2 minutes.
- 💬 Contact the operator support and specify the limits (sometimes it is enough to send). USSD-request *111#).
- 🔄 Temporarily turn off the autocall and try calling later.
⚠️ Note: If your number has been blocked for spam calls, it can take up to 24 hours to unlock.
Problem 3: Auto dialing only works for some numbers
This may be related to:
- 📇 Contact settings. Check if the number has been added to the blacklist of the auto dial (in the phone settings).
- 🌍 International numbers. Calls abroad may require separate activation in settings SIM-map.
- 📱 Two-sim mode. If you have two. SIM-maps, make sure that the auto dial is on for the one you're calling.
How to check if the auto dial is working
How to turn off auto dial on Xiaomi Redmi 10
If the function is no longer needed or interferes (for example, when calling hotlines), it can be deactivated.
- Open the phone → Settings → Additional functions.
- Find the AutoDirector and move the slider to the off position..
- If you use a third-party app, remove it or disable it in your Android settings (Settings → Apps → [Program Name] → Disable it).
You can also temporarily suspend auto dial for a specific number:
- Open the call log and find the right contact.
- Click on it and select Details.
- Tap it on three points (⋮) and select Disable Auto dialer for this number.
⚠️ Warning: After disabling the auto dial through the engineering menu (#4636##), some users experience an error called "Settings not saved.
Compatible with other Xiaomi features
Auto dialing on Redmi 10 can conflict with other MIUI services, especially if they are also connected to calls.
1. Auto dial + Recording of conversations
If you have automatic call recording enabled (in your phone settings or through an app like Cube Call Recorder), an auto dial can:
- 🎤 Create a few short recordings instead of one (one for each attempt).
- 📱 Slow down re-setting due to audio file processing.
Solution: Turn off entry for numbers where auto dialing is used, or set exceptions in the record app.
2. Auto dial + Do not disturb mode
If Do Not Disturb (DND) is activated, the auto dial won't work for incoming calls, but outgoing attempts will continue to work.
- Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Do not disturb.
- Select Allow Exclusions and add Repeat Calls.
3. Auto dial-up + Dual SIM-map
On Redmi 10 with two. SIM-The default auto dialer is tied to the line from which the first call was made:
- 📱 In the phone settings, select SIM-maps and mobile networks → Default call.
- 🔄 Set a preferred one. SIM for auto dialing (if the option is available).
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Auto dial-up and Dual SIM: If the first SIM-The card is not available (for example, no network), the phone will automatically try to make a second call from the second line (when the option "Auto-switch" is enabled").