How to enable data transfer on Xiaomi phone: all ways

Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to quickly turn on or off data transmission — whether it’s mobile Internet, Wi-Fi or distribution of traffic through an access point. MIUI, workmanship SIM-This article will help you understand all the subtleties from basic actions to solving non-obvious problems.

We will look not only at standard ways to activate the internet through a notification panel or settings, but also at alternative methods (such as using a voice assistant or gestures). Special attention will be paid to typical errors, due to which data transfer may not work despite the correct settings - from incorrect APN before the conflict SIM-If you want to learn how to manage connections efficiently and avoid common pitfalls, read on.

Basic ways to include mobile data

To start with, how to turn on mobile internet on Xiaomi through standard system tools, most users are used to using the notification bar, but there are other options, for example, through the settings menu or voice commands.

The fastest way is to swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification bar. Here you will see the Mobile Data icon** (usually indicated by up-and-down arrows or an antenna). Click on it once - if the icon lights up, data transfer is activated. Some models (such as the Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5) may need to swipe twice to open the full panel with switches.

If the mobile data icon is missing from the notification bar, it could mean it is hidden in additional settings.To return it, go to Settings → Notification panel → Change the order of the icons and add the switch back, and check if it's turned off in Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Data transfer – sometimes after updating MIUI settings are reset.

Set up data transfer for two SIM-map

Xiaomi smartphones with support for two SIM-cards (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T Or the Redmi Note 11 Pro.+) It allows you to flexibly manage which card you want to use to transmit data, which is convenient if you have one. SIM The other one is for the Internet, which is unlimited, but there are some pitfalls to be aware of.

The default system can automatically select SIM-I'm going to use a map for the Internet based on the strength of the signal, but it's not always optimal:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Select "Data Transfer"** (or "Mobile Internet").
3. Put it on the right foot. SIM-map (e.g., map, SIM 1 SIM 2).
4. Activate the "Use for data transfer" switch**.

Important: if you enable data transfer on both SIM-If you have a card at the same time, your phone will only use one of them (priority). To avoid confusion, turn off the mobile Internet on the secondary one. SIM-map or set up the rule "Only" 4G»** basic.

Enabling data transfer through the access point (modem)

If you need to share the Internet from Xiaomi to another device (laptop, tablet or second phone), use the access point (modem) function. This mode allows you to turn your smartphone into a router that transmits data over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or via the Internet. USB-But there are nuances, from operator limitations to connectivity issues on some versions. MIUI.

To enable the access point:

1. Open the Settings. → Access Point and modem.
2. Select “Portable Access Point”** (or “Wi-Fi Modem”).
3. Set a network name (SSID) and password (WPA2-PSK is recommended).
4. Activate the switch at the top of the screen.

If devices cannot connect to your access point, check:

• 🔒 Correctness of the entered password (registrar is important!).
• 📶 Wi-Fi Range: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 12 Pro) have 5GHz enabled by default, which doesn't support older devices. Switch to 2.4GHz in the access point settings.
• 📱 Operator restrictions: some tariffs block the distribution of the Internet.

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If the access point is permanently turned off after 5-10 minutes, this may be due to energy saving. Turn off battery optimization for the Settings app: Settings → Applications → Application Management → Settings → Battery → No restrictions.

Solving data transmission problems

Even if you have your mobile data turned on correctly, the Internet may not work, and the reasons range from the trivial (e.g., traffic is out) to the technical (incorrect APN settings or a failure in the communication module), and consider the most common scenarios and how to fix them.

1.There is no mobile data icon in the notification panel

If the switch disappeared after the MIUI update, try:

• 📲 Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher) that can return hidden switches.

2.The mobile internet works, but the pages are not loaded

This is a typical problem with the wrong APN settings to fix:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN).
2. Click on the current APN profile and check the settings. For most Russian operators, the following settings will suit: Name: MTS (or your operator) APN: internet.mts.ru (or Internet.beeline.ru, etc.) Authentication type: PAP or CHAP APN Protocol: IPv4/IPv6
3. Save the changes and restart the phone.

⚠️ Note: If after discharge APN The Internet still doesn't work, so don't be in a hurry to change your firmware. SIM-card to another phone – possibly the operator’s side of the problem (e.g. time limits due to suspected fraud).

Energy saving and data transfer: how to avoid conflict

The power saving features in MIUI can aggressively restrict background data transmission, resulting in notifications missing, downloads breaking or the inability to use the Internet in standby mode, especially for large-battery models (such as the POCO M5s or Redmi 10C), where the system tries to maximize the time.

To ensure that mobile data is stable:

• 🔋 Turn off the “Adaptive Battery”** in Settings → Battery → Battery mode.

Also, pay attention to Super Power Saving mode, which turns off mobile data for all applications except those selected manually when activated, to avoid this, either turn off the mode or add the desired programs to the exceptions.

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On models with MIUI 14+, energy saving can block background data transmission even when connected to charging. To avoid this, turn on Performance mode** in the battery settings.

Features of data transfer on different models Xiaomi

Despite the common MIUI platform, some Xiaomi models have unique nuances in data management, such as hardware features (e.g. 5G support) or customization of firmware for specific regions.

1. Flagship models (Xiaomi 13/14, Mix Fold)

• 🌐 Support 5G SA/NSA — Check that the mobile network settings have been selected 5G (not 4G).
• 🔄 Possibility of simultaneous use of two SIM-double-degree maps 4G»** (firmware).
• 📡 Improved Wi-Fi module 6E — when distributing the Internet through the access point, the speed can reach 1 Gbit / s.

Budget Series (Redmi A2, POCO C55)

• 📶 Limited support for ranges 4G — If the internet is slow, check your settings. APN Or try to manually select the network (Settings) → Mobile network → Choice of network).
• 🔋 More aggressive energy saving – you may need to turn off battery optimization to keep mobile data running smoothly.
• 🔄 No support. 5G — if SIM-map 5G, The phone will automatically switch to 4G.

3. Global Market Models vs. Chinese Versions

Chinese firmware (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra for the domestic market) may not support Russian operators in automatic mode, in which case you will have to manually configure APN or install global firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about data transfer to Xiaomi