How to turn on auto dial on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: detailed instructions with pictures

The AutoDial feature on Xiaomi Redmi 9T smartphones allows you to automatically repeat the dialing attempt if the subscriber is busy or not responding. This is especially useful in situations where you need to urgently contact a person, but his line is constantly busy. Despite the apparent simplicity, many users have difficulty finding this option in the MIUI menu, the Xiaomi brand shell.

In this article, we will not only show you where the auto dialing setup in Redmi 9T is hiding, but also how it works on different versions of the firmware (MIUI 12, 13, 14), how to check if the function is enabled, what intervals between attempts can be set, and what to do if the auto dialer does not work, and also a unique life hack to configure fast access to this option through the notification panel.

What is an Auto dialer and why is it needed on Redmi 9T?

Auto dial (or auto call replay) is a built-in feature of the phone that automatically repeats an attempt to connect to the subscriber if:

• 📞 Line is busy (subscriber is talking on another call)
• 🔕 Subscriber does not respond (the call is reset after the beeps)
• 📵 The subscriber has enabled the mode “Do not disturb” or redirection

On Xiaomi Redmi 9T, this feature works through the standard Phone app and does not require third-party software installation. The main advantage is time saving: you do not need to manually dial the number again if the connection is not established the first time, especially for business users, call center operators or in emergency situations.

However, there are limitations:

• ⏱️ The function works only for outgoing calls (does not affect incoming calls).
• 🔄 The number of attempts and the interval between them are fixed (depending on the version). MIUI).
• 📶 Requires a stable network signal - with weak coverage, the auto dial can work with a delay.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI region EEA (Europe) Auto dialing is disabled by default due to local regulatory requirements, in which case it will have to be activated manually via hidden settings.

Where is the Auto dial setting in Redmi 9T

Unlike many other smartphones, where the auto dial option is hidden in the depths of the menu, Redmi 9T can find it in two ways:

1. Using the Phone app: Open the standard Phone app (tube icon). Click on the three dots in the upper right corner (⋮) → Select Settings. Go to Calls (or Call Settings in some versions) and find AutoCall (or AutoCall).
2. Through system settings: Open Phone Settings. Go to Apps → Application Management. Find Phone in the list → click on Default Settings. There may be AutoRepeat (depending on the MIUI version).

If you don't see this option, it's likely hidden because of regional restrictions or outdated firmware, and the engineering menu activation method (described below) will help.

Step-by-step instruction: how to turn on auto dial

Consider the Redmi 9T process with MIUI 13 firmware (similar to MIUI 12/14):

Step 1. Open the Phone app (the green handset icon on the home screen or in the app menu).

Step 2. In the upper right corner, press three vertical dots (⋮) and select Settings.

Step 3. In the settings menu, look for Calls (or Call Settings) section, and there may be sub-items like General or Additional — close them if they are open.

Step 4: Scroll down to Autocall (or Autocall). Move the slider to the right to activate the function.

Step 5: If available, adjust the interval between attempts (usually offered a choice of 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 30 seconds) and the optimal option is 10 seconds, so as not to annoy the subscriber with too many calls.

After activation next to the slider will appear a tick or the inscription "On..." Now, if you call unsuccessfully, the phone will automatically try again at a given interval.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI for Redmi 9T After the auto dial is turned on, you may need to restart the phone to make the changes take effect. If the function does not work immediately, restart the device.

Checking the auto dial: how to make sure everything is set up correctly

To check if the auto dialer is working, follow the following steps:

1. Call a number that is clearly busy (for example, your other phone that is on “Do Not Disturb” or is in conversation).
2. After resetting the call, wait 5-10 seconds (depending on the selected interval).
3. The phone must automatically repeat the dial attempt. On the screen will appear a notification Repeat call.

If the auto dial does not work, check:

• 🔄 Is it enabled in the settings (sometimes the slider is reset after the update) MIUI).
• 📶 Is there a stable network coverage (with a weak signal, the function may not work).
• 📱 Are there third-party calling apps (like Truecaller or Google Phone) that can block standard features.

If the problem persists, try resetting the phone app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find Phone → Storage → Clear the data (do not delete the cache!).
3. Reboot the phone and turn on the auto dial again.

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If you often call busy numbers, add the auto dial shortcut to the home screen: pinch the empty space on the screen → “Widgets” → find the “Phone” widget with the option of quick access to call settings.

Hidden settings: how to turn on auto dial if it is not in the menu

If your Redmi 9T doesn’t have an auto dial option in standard settings, it may be due to:

• 🌍 Regional firmware (e.g., regional firmware, MIUI EEA Europe).
• 📦 An outdated version MIUI (below 12.0.3).
• 🔧 Custom firmware (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience).

In such cases, you can try to activate the function through the engineering menu or USSD codes.

Method 1: Engineering Menu (MTK)

If your Redmi 9T is running on a MediaTek processor (and it is, the model is equipped with a Snapdragon 662 chip, but the method is suitable for other versions as well), do:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the code ##4636##
3. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information.
4. Scroll down to the Other Settings block and find AutoCall.
5. Activate it and save the changes.

Method 2: USSD-activation

Try entering the following commands in the Phone app:

• **61*[number]11[time]#—Redirecting settings for non-response (may indirectly affect auto dialing).
• *#61# - Check the current re-calling settings.

If neither method works, there are two options:

1. Update the firmware to the latest version of MIUI (via Settings → About Phone → System Update).
2. Install a third-party call app (such as Google Phone) where the auto dial function is implemented more flexibly.

Table: Comparison of Auto dial on different versions of MIUI for Redmi 9T

As you can see from the table, the best support for auto dialing is implemented in MIUI 13. If you have an older version, we recommend updating - this will solve most of the problems with the function.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after setting up the auto dialer on the Redmi 9T correctly, it can malfunction.

Problem 1: Auto dialing is turned on, but does not work

Possible causes and solutions:

• 📵 Weak network signal: Check signal strength (must be at least 2-3 divisions). 3G instead 4G customized SIM-map.
• 🔕 Blocking by the operator: Some mobile operators (e.g, Tele2) limit the frequency of repeated calls. Call support and clarify the policy.
• 📱 Conflict with other applications: Disable or remove third-party calls (Truecaller, Drupe) that can intercept calls.

Problem 2: The function disappears after the MIUI update

This is a common situation when you switch to a new firmware version, to get back the auto dialer:

1. Make a backup of the data through Settings → About Phone → Backup.
2. Perform a reset of network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.
3. Reboot the phone and turn on the auto dial again.

Problem 3: The phone is working, but it rings too often

If the phone drops every 5 seconds and it annoys the subscriber, change the interval:

• Go to Phone Settings → Calls → Autorepeat.
• Select the maximum interval (30 seconds).
• If you do not have an option, use the engineering menu (described above).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI for Redmi 9T When you activate the auto dial, you can automatically activate the Quick dial function, which conflicts with repeated calls.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

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Auto dialing on Redmi 9T only works for outgoing calls through the standard Phone app. If you use instant messengers (WhatsApp, Viber) or VoIP (Skype, Zoom), the feature will not work - it requires separate settings in the applications themselves.