Contents
- Method 1: Wireless duplication via Miracast
- Method 2: HDMI connection (for older LG models)
- Method 3: Using Google Cast and Chromecast
- Method 4: Wi-Fi Direct for new LG TVs
- Method 5: ApowerMirror (TeamViewer)
- Problem Solving: No sound, no lag, no connection
- Comparison of methods: which one to choose?
Do you want to show pictures from your vacation on the big screen, run a mobile game on LG OLED or give a presentation from a Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 smartphone? Transferring the phone screen to the TV solves these problems in 2-3 minutes. But not all methods work equally well: somewhere you need additional adapters, somewhere the picture quality suffers, and sometimes the connection is interrupted every 5 minutes.
In this article, 5 proven ways to display Xiaomi screen on LG (including models with webOS 5.0/6.0 and Android TV), a table of methods for speed and stability, as well as instructions for eliminating typical errors (no sound, black screen, lags). All methods are tested on real devices, from the budget Redmi 10A to the flagship Xiaomi 13 Ultra.
β οΈ It is important that your TV LG Released before 2016, 80% of the time you will need an external adapter (such as a Miracast receiver or Google Chromecast). β Network β Miracast or Screen Share.
Method 1: Wireless duplication via Miracast
This is the most versatile method for modern LG TVs (2018 and later) and Xiaomi smartphones on MIUI 12+. It does not require Internet connection β the connection is directly via Wi-Fi Direct. Supported resolutions up to 4K@30Hz, but with a small delay (about 100-150 ms).
β Pros: no wires, works without a router, supports sound.
β Cons: possible lags in dynamic games, on old models LG may not work.
- π± On Xiaomi smartphone: open Settings β Connection and sharing β Screen broadcast (or Wireless Display in older versions) MIUI).
π‘ Tip: if the screen is broadcasting with black bars, change the aspect ratio in the broadcast settings on your smartphone (Settings) β Broadcasting β Relationship of parties β 16:9).
βοΈ Checking before connection
Method 2: HDMI connection (for older LG models)
If you have a TV LG Released before 2017 or does not support Miracast, HDMI-The adapter is the only stable option:
- π adapter USB-C/HDMI or Micro-USB/HDMI (For Xiaomi, the model from Baseus will suit the smartphone connector, UGREEN or the original Xiaomi HDMI Adapter.
- πΊ Free HDMI-port on the TV (usually signed as HDMI 1/ARC or HDMI 2/MHL).
Step-by-step:
- Connect the adapter to the smartphone, and HDMI-cable.
- On the LG remote, select the signal source: press INPUT β HDMI β select the port to which the cable is connected.
- On Xiaomi, the notification bar will appear the message "Connected" HDMI-Tap it to adjust the resolution.
β οΈ Note: on some Xiaomi models (e.g. Poco) X3) upon HDMI-The connection is off-charging. Use it. USB-Power hub, if you need to charge your phone at the same time.
What Adapters Are Really Working With Xiaomi?
Method 3: Using Google Cast and Chromecast
If you have a Google Chromecast (any version) or an LG TV with a built-in Chromecast (2020 models and newer), you can stream the screen via Google Home.This method supports 1080p@60Hz and sound, but requires stable Wi-Fi.
How to set up:
- Install the Google Home app from the Play Market on Xiaomi.
- Connect the Chromecast to your TV and set it up via the app (follow the on-screen instructions).
- In Google Home, select your Chromecast, click βTranslate screenβ β βStart streamβ.
β οΈ Attention: Xiaomi with MIUI 13+ You may need to disable battery optimization for Google Home, otherwise the stream will stop. β Annexes β Application management β Google Home β Battery β No restrictions.
| Method | Max, permission. | Delay (MS) | We need a Wi-Fi network. | Sound support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miracast | 4K@30Hz | 100-150 | No. | Yes. |
| HDMI-adapter | 4K@60Hz | 0 (without delay) | No. | Yes. |
| Google Cast | 1080p@60Hz | 50-80 | Yes. | Yes. |
| Wi-Fi Direct | 1080p@30Hz | 150-200 | No. | Yes. |
Method 4: Wi-Fi Direct for new LG TVs
LGβs webOS 5.0+ TVs (2020 and later) support Wi-Fi Direct, a direct router-free technology that is faster than Miracast, but doesnβt work with all Xiaomi smartphones (the Redmi 9A/9C may have problems).
Instructions:
- πΊ On TV: Settings β Network β Wi-Fi Direct β Turn on.
- π± On Xiaomi: Settings β Wi-Fi β Additionally. β Wi-Fi Direct.
- π Select the TV from the list and confirm the connection (password is not usually required).
- π₯οΈ Run the screen broadcast through Settings β Connection and sharing β Screen broadcasting.
Important: On some LG models (e.g., LG NanoCell 2021), Wi-Fi Direct only works after resetting the TVβs network settings (Settings β General β Reset β Network Reset).
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If the broadcast is interrupted, try reducing the screen resolution on Xiaomi to 720p in the broadcast settings.
Method 5: ApowerMirror (TeamViewer)
If standard methods donβt work, third-party software will help. ApowerMirror and TeamViewer QuickSupport allow you to broadcast the screen even on older LG TVs (2012-2016), but with limitations:
- π ApowerMirror: Supports sound but requires you to install an app on TV (if itβs Android) TV). WebOS requires a computer intermediary.
- π TeamViewer: No audio, but works via a TV browser (if available) LG ThinQ).
How to set up ApowerMirror:
- Download ApowerMirror on Xiaomi and TV (if Android TV).
- Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On your smartphone, select βConnect to TVβ and follow the instructions.
β οΈ Note: When using TeamViewer on webOS, you can not transfer video from DRM-Protection (Netflix, Disney)+ The screen will be black.
Problem Solving: No sound, no lag, no connection
Even after a successful connection, you can have typical errors, and here's how to fix them:
- π No sound when broadcasting: Check if the TV is switched off (Settings) β Sound. β Exit β HDMI ARC). On Xiaomi, in the broadcast settings, select "Transmit Sound." HDMI-Try another port on your TV (for example, the adapter, HDMI 2 instead HDMI 1).
- π’ Lags and delays: Reduce broadcast resolution to 720p. Disconnect other devices from Wi-Fi (they may interfere). For Miracast, reboot your router (if used).
- π« TV doesn't see smartphone: Update firmware on Xiaomi (Settings) β The phone. β Update the system. LG Reset network settings (Settings) β General. β Reset β Try another method of connection (for example, instead of Miracast use the system). HDMI).
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If none of the methods work, check if the power saving mode on Xiaomi is blocking the broadcast. Turn it off in Settings β Battery β Power saving mode.
Comparison of methods: which one to choose?
The choice of method depends on the model of your LG TV and Xiaomi smartphone:
- πΊ LG 2020-2023 year (webOS) 5.0-7.0): Use Miracast or Wi-Fi Direct β they are built-in and work without adapters.
- πΊ LG 2017-2019 year (webOS) 3.5-4.5): Try Google Cast (if you have one) or HDMI-adapter.
- πΊ LG until 2017: only HDMI-Adapter or application like ApowerMirror.
- π± Xiaomi MIUI 12+: All methods are supported out of the box".
- π± Xiaomi MIUI 10-11: You may have problems with Wi-Fi Direct, use Miracast or HDMI.
π‘ Advice for gamers: if you want to play from the screen of your smartphone on TV, use only HDMI-Adapter β delay in wireless broadcasting will make the game uncomfortable.