How to turn Miracast on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Smartphones and TVs

Wirelessly streaming a smartphone screen to the big screen has become an integral part of the modern multimedia experience. Miracast technology allows you to transmit images and sound wirelessly using the Wi-Fi Direct standard. Owners of Xiaomi devices – both smartphones and TVs – often face the question: how to properly activate this feature and avoid typical connection errors?

In this article, we will not only look at basic Miracast settings across Xiaomi models, but also compatibility nuances, alternative protocols (like Google Cast), and ways to fix common problems. We will focus on the differences between MIUIs and Mi TVs, where the switching algorithm may differ significantly, and if you tried to connect but the screen is black or the connection is constantly breaking, here you will find solutions.

What is Miracast and why is it better than other technologies?

Miracast is a wireless screen broadcast standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance, which works on most devices without branding, unlike proprietary solutions like Apple AirPlay.

• 🔄 Low latency – ideal for gaming and video (up to 50ms in optimal conditions).
• 📶 Direct connection via Wi-Fi Direct, without depending on the router.
• 🎮 Full support HD 5.1 sound (on compatible devices).
• 🔒 Without the need for the Internet – works in autonomous mode.

On Xiaomi devices, Miracast is integrated into the system as part of the Wireless Display feature (or Wireless Display in global firmware).However, not all models support it equally well. For example, smartphones on MIUI 12 and later can automatically switch to Google Cast if Miracast is not available, which sometimes confuses users.

It's important to understand that Miracast is not the same as DLNA or Chromecast. The former broadcasts the entire screen of the device in real time, whereas DLNA only transfers media files, and Chromecast requires support from the application. If you need to duplicate the screen of the smartphone on the Xiaomi TV without lags, Miracast will be the best choice.

Checking the compatibility of Xiaomi devices with Miracast

Before you try to turn on Miracast, make sure your devices support this technology. Below is a compatibility table of popular Xiaomi models:

If your model is not in the table, check Miracast support through the settings:

1. On your smartphone: go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display.
2. On TV: Settings → Network and Access → Miracast (or Screen Mirroring).

⚠️ Note: MediaTek-based devices (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) Miracast may have problems due to the limitations of the chipset, and in such cases it is recommended to use alternative methods, such as Google Cast through the Google Home app.

Step-by-step: how to turn on Miracast on Xiaomi smartphone

The Miracast activation algorithm on Xiaomi smartphones depends on the version of MIUI. Below is a universal instruction, suitable for most models on MIUI 12-14:

Make sure that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled

Connect both devices to the same network (optional)

Close the background applications for stability

Check the battery charge (minimum 30%)-->

1. Open the wireless display settings: Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless Display. On some firmware, the path may differ: Settings → Screen → Wireless screen.
2. Activate Device Search: Click on Wireless Display (or Cast in global versions) and the smartphone will start scanning the available screens.
3. Select your target device: The name of your TV or Miracast adapter (e.g. Mi TV Q2-75) will appear on the list.
4. Confirm Connection: A confirmation request may appear on your TV. On your smartphone, select Start broadcast.

If the connection does not occur, try the following steps:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 On your smartphone, turn on the developer mode and activate debugging by USB (Sometimes helps with Miracast bugs).
• 📺 On the TV, reset network settings: Settings → Network → Resetting network settings.

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If Miracast isn’t located, try temporarily disabling the VPN or firewall – they can block Wi-Fi Direct.

Set up Miracast on Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV)

Xiaomi TVs support Miracast through the built-in Wireless screen feature, but its menu location can vary depending on the model and firmware version. Consider the process with the example of Mi TV Q2 and Mi TV A2:

1. Activate Miracast Standby: Go to Settings → Network & Access → Wireless Screen (or Screen Mirroring). Turn on Miracast slider.
2. Set up TV visibility: Select your device settings and set Visibility for All (or Always Allow) to allow your smartphone to detect the TV.
3. Connect your smartphone: The TV will show a notification of the connection attempt. Confirm it by clicking Allow.

On older models (such as the Mi TV 4S), you may need to adjust:

1. Update your TV firmware to the latest version via Settings → About TV → Software Update.
2. If Miracast is not on the menu, check for Anyview Cast, an alternative protocol from Xiaomi that is compatible with Miracast.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021, Miracast may not work as well due to outdated Wi-Fi Direct drivers. In this case, it is recommended to use an external Miracast adapter (for example, Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter).

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Even with the right setup, users often encounter connection errors, and consider typical scenarios and ways to fix them:

If none of the solutions worked, try alternative broadcasting methods:

• 📱 Google Cast: Use the Google Home app to stream via Chromecast (works on Google Home) MIUI 12+).
• 🖥️ DLNA: Suitable for transferring media files (e.g., via Mi Home or via Mi Home) VLC).
• 🔌 HDMI-Adapter: For stable connection without delay (e.g, USB-C to HDMI).

Miracast vs Google Cast: Which is Best for Xiaomi?

Many Xiaomi users confuse Miracast and Google Cast, although these technologies are fundamentally different.

Which protocol should I choose?

• 🎮 Miracast is suitable for games, video calls or when you need to show the whole screen without restrictions.
• 🎬 Google Cast is convenient for streaming YouTube, Netflix or music, as it does not load the smartphone.

On Xiaomi devices with global firmware (MIUI Global), both protocols are usually available.

1. Open the settings → Connections → Cast.
2. Select the target device.
3. If a choice of protocol is available, the system will automatically suggest the best option.

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On Xiaomi smartphones without Google Mobile Services (such as the Chinese version), Google Cast will not work, in which case Miracast remains the only option for wireless broadcasting.

How to improve the quality of Miracast broadcasting?

If Miracast works but the image is slowing down or tearing, try the following optimization methods:

• 📶 Reduce the distance between devices (optimally up to 3 meters).
• 🔌 Disconnect other devices from the same Wi-Fi network to reduce interference.
• 📱 Activate the performance mode on the smartphone: Settings → Battery → Performance mode.
• 🖥️ Lower the broadcast resolution in Miracast settings (if available).

For advanced users, there is a way to force the priority of Wi-Fi Direct through ADB:

adb shell settings put global wifi_direct_interface_priority 1

This command forces the system to prioritize Wi-Fi Direct over regular Wi-Fi, which can improve Miracast stability.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro) may overheat the processor during a long Miracast broadcast.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Miracast on Xiaomi