How to turn Bluetooth on Xiaomi Redmi: 5 ways + solving connection errors

Have you just bought a new Xiaomi AirDots wireless headphone or a Mi Portable Speaker speaker but can't plug them into your smartphone? Or has Bluetooth stopped working after the MIUI update? This problem is familiar to many Xiaomi Redmi owners - from the budget Redmi 10A to the flagship Redmi Note 12 Pro+. Turning on the Bluetooth module seems like a simple task, but in practice users face nuances: hidden settings, firmware bugs or non-obvious control gestures.

In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to turn on Bluetooth on any Xiaomi Redmi smartphone, including models with MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS. We will analyze not only the standard method through the notification panel, but also alternative options for cases where the module does not respond to clicks or disappeared from the menu. Plus, the device compatibility table and a unique life hack for models with NFC, where Bluetooth can conflict with other modules.

1. Standard method: through the notification panel

The fastest and most obvious method is to use a notification curtain, which works on all Xiaomi Redmi smartphones, regardless of the firmware version.

1. Unlock the smartphone screen (PIN-code, pattern lock or fingerprint).
2. Swipe your finger down the screen to open the notification bar.
3. Find the Bluetooth icon (a stylized "B" or wave icon) if it's not in the first line, swipe down again to turn the full bar around.
4. Tap the icon – it should turn blue (or green in a dark theme), which means activation of the module.

If the Bluetooth icon is missing from the curtain, it could mean:

• 🔧 The module is disabled in the settings (see Section 2).
• 📱 Firmware MIUI Reset the settings after the update.
• 🛠️ Hardware malfunction (rarely, but possible on older models like the Redmi 5).

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On some Redmi models (like the Note 11 Pro), the Bluetooth icon is hidden behind the “More” button (three dots) in the curtain. Click on it to turn all the switches.

2. Including through system settings

If the notification panel is unresponsive or the icon is missing, use the settings menu. This method is universal and works even on custom firmware:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (on MIUI 14 and HyperOS) or Bluetooth (on older versions).
3. Activate the Bluetooth slider at the top of the screen.
4. Wait for the device to appear visible to others, which means that the module is turned on.

On some models (Redmi 9T, Redmi Note 10) the path may be slightly different:

• 📌 Settings → Bluetooth and other devices
• 📌 Settings → Wireless networks → Bluetooth

3. Voice assistant and control gestures

Modern Xiaomi Redmi smartphones support voice control and gestures to turn on Bluetooth, which are convenient when hands are busy or the screen is locked.

Method 1: XiaoAI (for China) or Google Assistant

• 🎤 Say, “OK, Google, turn on Bluetooth” (in English or Russian).
• 🎤 Or: "Hey, XiaoAI, turn on Bluetooth" (only works on global firmware with sinaized features).

Method 2: Gestures (on models with MIUI 12+)

1. Activate gestures in Settings → Special features → Gestures and movements → Quick gestures.
2. Assign a gesture (e.g., double-tapping on the back) to the action Turn Bluetooth on/off.
3. Now it is enough to touch the back of the smartphone twice to activate the module.

4. Hidden functions: the developer mode and ADB-team

If standard methods do not work, you can use the developer mode or ADB-These are the ways that will be suitable for advanced users who want to customize the Bluetooth module more deeply.

Method 1: Developer mode

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version and click on it 7 times.
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find the Bluetooth Debugging option and turn it on.
4. Reboot your smartphone – sometimes it helps to “wake up” the module.

Method 2: ADB-teams (for PCs)

If Bluetooth refuses to turn on due to a software failure, try resetting it via ADB:

adb shell settings put global bluetooth_on 1


adb shell am broadcast -a android.bluetooth.adapter.action.STATE_CHANGED

These commands force the module to activate and send a signal to the system to change its state.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC| Enable debugging over USB in the developer settings | Download ADB platform from the official Google | Connect your phone to your PC with the original cable-->

5. Problem Solving: Bluetooth doesn't turn on or see the device

If, after all the manipulations, Bluetooth still doesn’t work, check the following points:

An important nuance for Redmi models with a Snapdragon 4xx processor (for example, Redmi 9A, Redmi 10C): these chips have hardware limitations on the simultaneous operation of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi at 2.4 Hz. If the router works in the 2.4 Hz band, try to switch it to 5 Hz or turn off Wi-Fi while connecting the headphones.

⚠️ Attention: On smartphones Redmi with firmware MIUI Global Stable sometimes has a bug in which Bluetooth refuses to turn on after the update, in which case only a complete reset will help (Settings). → The phone. → Reset settings), but save data beforehand!

6 Device compatibility: which headphones and speakers work best

Not all wireless devices interact equally well with Xiaomi Redmi smartphones. Here is the compatibility table of popular gadgets:

For the best sound, it is recommended to use devices with codec support AAC Or aptX. On Redmi smartphones with Snapdragon processors 7xx/8xx (Like Redmi. K50, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) These codecs work without any complaints. 10A, Redmi 9C) There may be a delay in sound (latency) when watching video.

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For stable Bluetooth on Xiaomi Redmi, disable the dual connection function in the headphone settings if you do not use it. This reduces the number of reconnections and saves battery life.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Bluetooth on Xiaomi Redmi