How to show a video with Xiaomi Redmi on TV: all working ways

Want to stream your favorite movie, vacation photos, or run a mobile game on the big screen, but don’t know how to pair a Xiaomi Redmi with a TV? This problem is familiar to many owners of Xiaomi smartphones - despite the abundance of built-in features, TV connection often raises questions. MIUI On your Redmi, there are different ways available: from wireless broadcasting over Miracast to wired connection through the Internet. HDMI-adapter.

In this article, we will look at 7 proven methods for displaying images from a Redmi screen to a TV, from the simplest to the most advanced, including bypassing common errors such as no sound when connecting via USB-C or delaying video when wirelessly broadcasting. We will focus on the MIUI 14/15 settings, as the connection protocols have changed in new versions. If your TV is older than 2018, you will need a section on adapters and alternative solutions.

1. Wireless broadcast on Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

The most versatile way is to use Miracast technology, which is built into most modern Xiaomi Redmi TVs and smartphones (starting with the Redmi Note 5), which allows you to duplicate the phone screen on TV without wires, but requires support from both devices.

To activate Miracast on Redmi:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Broadcast (Cast).
2. Turn on the Wireless Display slider.
3. In the list of available devices, select the name of your TV (e.g. Samsung TV (Miracast)).
4. Confirm the connection on both devices.

If the TV is not on the list, check:

• 🔄 Is the firmware updated on Redmi (in Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 📺 Is Miracast on your TV (usually on the Network menu) → Screen Mirroring).
• 📶 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for some TV models, this is mandatory).

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If the broadcast is slowing down, reduce the screen resolution in the Redmi settings (Settings → Display → Screen Resolution) to 720p before connecting.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs LG After 2019, you may need to include an option LG Connect Apps in network settings. Samsung sometimes needs to activate Smart View.

2. Connection through HDMI-adapter (Type-C) → HDMI)

If wireless methods are unstable or your TV does not support Miracast, use a wired connection via an adapter. For Xiaomi Redmi with a USB-C connector, you will need a USB-C to HDMI adapter (for example, the original from Xiaomi or certified Anker).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port on Redmi.
2. Connect the HDMI cable to the adapter and HDMI-IN port on your TV.
3. On the TV, select the source of the signal (INPUT or SOURCE) — fitting HDMI-port.
4. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to display the image – confirm it.

Important nuances:

• 🔌 The adapter must support DisplayPort Alt Mode (cheap Chinese adapters often don't work).
• 🔊 The sound will be transmitted through HDMI automatically, but on some Redmis you need to manually select the sound source in Settings → Sound. → Output device.
• 📱 On the Redmi Note 10 Pro and newer when connecting to HDMI You may need to enable Developer Mode and activate Debugging option USB.

Does the adapter support your TV resolution (e.g. 4K@30Hz)

Is there a mention of compatibility with Xiaomi Redmi?

Is there an additional port for charging the phone (important for long-term use)

Is the adapter certified (e.g., HDMI 2.0 logo)

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3. Use of Google Cast (Chromecast or Built-in)

If you have a Google Chromecast or a TV with built-in support for Google Cast (such as Android TV or Sony Bravia), you can stream content directly from apps, a method that is convenient for streaming services (YouTube, Netflix, KinoPoisk).

How to connect:

1. Make sure that Redmi and Chromecast/TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Slip on the Cast icon (usually in the upper right corner).
4. Select your device from the list.

Limitations of the method:

• 🎬 Only content from the app is broadcasted, not the entire screen.
• 🔇 Some apps (such as TikTok) block the broadcast.
• 📡 Quality depends on Wi-Fi speed (recommended 5 GHz).

4. Connection via USB (MHL or OTG)

A lesser-known but working method is to connect via USB TV ports, which requires a USB-C to USB-A cable (or OTG adapter) and support for USB MHL on a TV, which unfortunately doesn’t work on all Redmi and TV models.

Procedure:

1. Connect Redmi to USB-TV port via adapter OTG.
2. On the TV, select the USB or Media Player signal source.
3. In the menu of the TV, you may see a request to access the phone files - allow it.
4. You can now view photos/videos stored on Redmi, but there will be no screen duplication.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi with MIUI 13+ when connected through USB You may need to select the file transfer mode or PTP Not all TVs support displaying the smartphone interface via USB — Usually only media files are available.

5. broadcasting applications (ApowerMirror, TeamViewers)

If the built-in methods don't work, you can use third-party applications, such as ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport, which allows you to duplicate the Redmi screen on your TV via Wi-Fi, the main advantage is support for older TV models and additional features like controlling your smartphone from the remote.

Instructions for ApowerMirror:

1. Install the app on Redmi and on your TV (if it’s on Android TV) or on Chromecast.
2. Run the app on both devices.
3. On your smartphone, select the Mirror to TV option and connect to the TV.
4. Confirm the pairing request.

Advantages and disadvantages:

• ✅ It works on TVs without Miracast.
• ✅ You can stream low latency games (ApowerMirror has Game Mode).
• ❌ Requires third-party software installation.
• ❌ Possible image artifacts with weak Wi-Fi.

6.Alternative methods: DLNA and local area network

If you want to stream only video/photos, not the whole screen, DLNA is a good protocol, which allows you to stream media from Redmi to your TV without duplication of interface.

1. Make sure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On Redmi, open the Gallery or Video Player.
3. Select the file and tap the Translation (or DLNA) icon.
4. Select the TV from the list.

For advanced features, you can use applications like BubbleUPnP or Plex that support:

• 📂 Broadcasting playlists.
• 🔍 Search by media library.
• 📽️ Support for subtitles and alternative soundtracks.

Note that DLNA does not transfer the screen of a smartphone, only individual files. Use other methods in this article to duplicate the interface.

7. Problem Solving: No sound, lags, connection cuts off

Even after a successful connection, there can be problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If none of the methods work, check:

• 📱 Is the firmware updated on Redmi (in Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 📺 Updated TV (in the menu Support) → Update of the PO).
• 🔌 Are the cables and adapters correct (try connecting to another device).

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On Redmi with MIUI 14+, it is recommended to turn off Adaptive Brightness and Autoturn before connecting via Miracast – this reduces the load on the processor and reduces lags.

FAQ: Frequent questions