How to transfer the screen from Xiaomi phone to TV: the full guide

Introduction: Why and when to duplicate the screen

Ever wanted to show pictures of a vacation on a big screen, run a mobile game on a TV or hold a presentation directly from your smartphone? Transferring the screen from your Xiaomi phone to TV solves these problems in seconds - without unnecessary wires and complex settings. But not all methods are equally convenient: somewhere you will need Wi-Fi 5 GHz, and somewhere there will be enough and ordinary. HDMI-cable.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to connect to 2026, including hidden MIUI and HyperOS features that the manufacturer doesn’t advertise. You’ll learn how to get around common bugs (such as “Device Not Supported”), what settings to check before connecting, and why sometimes Xiaomi 13 Pro refuses to connect to Samsung QLED, even though the Redmi Note 12 works without problems.

Importantly, if your TV is released before 2018, some wireless methods may not work because of the outdated Miracast 1.2 standard, and then alternative solutions will come in handy, and we will talk about them.

1. Wireless transmission via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

The most versatile way that works on all Xiaomi phones (from Redmi 9A to Xiaomi 14 Ultra) and most modern TVs. Miracast uses direct data transfer over Wi-Fi Direct, so it doesn't require a router - enough for both devices to support the standard.

How do you check compatibility? On the TV, look for features:

• 🔍 Screen Mirroring (U) LG, Sony)
• 📺 Wireless Display or Miracast (from Samsung, Xiaomi) TV)
• 🖥️ Smart View (Old Name of Some Models)

Step-by-step instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Screen Transfer.
2. Turn on the option and wait until the phone finds the TV (it may take 10 to 30 seconds).
3. Select your TV from the list. If you receive a confirmation request, click Connect on both devices.
4. Now everything that happens on a smartphone screen is duplicated on a TV.

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Limitations of the method:

• ⚠️ Image delay up to 1-2 seconds (critical for games, but not noticeable when watching video).
• ⚠️ The screen resolution can automatically be reduced to 720p stability.
• ⚠️ Some Samsung TVs 2019-2020 require you to turn on “Developer Mode” and activate “Debugging over Wi-Fi».

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If the image “breaks” or slows down, try to turn off the Adaptive brightness and Autoturn screen on the phone – this will reduce the load on the processor.

Connection via HDMI (for minimum delay)

If you want maximum stability (for example, for streaming games via Xbox Cloud Gaming or GeForce NOW), wires remain the best choice.

• 📱 Xiaomi Smartphone with Support USB-C → HDMI (All models with Snapdragon 8xx starting in 2019).
• 🔌 Adapter or cable (e.g. Xiaomi) USB-C to HDMI universal).
• 📺 Port TV HDMI (preferably 2.0 or higher for support 4K@60Hz).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone and the other end to the phone. HDMI-television-port.
2. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (e.g. HDMI 1).
3. On the phone will appear a notification “External display is connected” – confirm the permission.
4. Settings → Display → HDMI mode, select the desired resolution (optimum – 1920×1080@60Hz for most TVs).

Important nuances:

• 🔋 Connection through HDMI discharges your phone faster – charge it while you’re using it.
• 🎮 For games, it is recommended to enable “Performance Mode” in Settings → Special facilities.
• 🔊 The default sound is coming through the phone. To redirect it to TV, click "Media Device" in the notification bar» → [Name of the television].

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3. Use of Google Cast (Chromecast and analogues)

If your TV supports Google Cast (built-in or via Chromecast, Xiaomi TV Stick), you can stream individual apps (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos) without duplicating the entire screen.

How to set up:

1. Make sure your phone and TV (or set-top box) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Slip on the Translation icon (usually in the upper right corner).
4. Choose your TV from the list.

List of applications with Cast support:

• 🎬 YouTube, Netflix, Disney+
• 🎵 Spotify, Yandex Music
• 📷 Google Photos, Xiaomi Gallery
• 🎮 Stadia (if you are still working in your area)

Challenges and solutions:

⚠️ Note: If the TV doesn't appear in the list of devices for Cast, check if the data transfer is blocked by "Energy Saving Mode" or "Battery Optimization" for the app. MIUI This is set up in Settings. → Annexes → Application management → [Title of the annex] → Battery → No restrictions.

4. Connect via Xiaomi Share (for Xiaomi TVs)

If you have a Xiaomi TV (such as the Mi TV Q2 or Redmi Smart TV X), you can use Xiaomi Share’s proprietary technology, which is faster than Miracast and supports additional features, such as file transfer or control of the TV from your smartphone.

Connection algorithm:

1. On TV: Settings → Connections → Xiaomi Share → Enable.
2. On the phone: Settings → Connections and Sharing → Xiaomi Share.
3. Select the TV from the list and confirm the connection.
4. To transfer the screen, tap "Transfer the screen".

Benefits of Xiaomi Share:

• ⚡ Instant connection (without delays in device search).
• 📁 The ability to transmit photos, videos and documents directly to TV.
• 🎮 Support for low latency game mode (up to 50 ms).

Limitations:

• 🚫 It only works with Xiaomi TVs (not compatible with Samsung, LG etc.).
• 📶 Requires 5GHz Wi-Fi for stable operation.

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Xiaomi Share is the best choice for owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem, but useless for TVs of other brands.

5. Alternative methods: DLNA and third-party applications

If none of the above methods works (for example, you have an old TV without Miracast or HDMI), universal protocols and applications will come to the rescue:

1. DLNA (for media files)

• 📂 It is suitable for transferring photos, videos and music (but not screen!).
• 🔧 On the phone, use the Xiaomi Gallery or FX File Explorer with support DLNA.
• 📺 On the TV, turn on "Server" DLNA» (usually under the heading “Network»).

2. Screen duplication applications

• 📱 ApowerMirror – works via Wi-Fi, supports control from the phone.
• 🖥️ TeamViewer QuickSupport – if you need not only to show the screen, but also remotely help with settings.
• 🎮 Steam Link – for streaming PC games on TV via phone as an intermediary.

3. Analog output (3.5 mm → RCA)

For the Redmi 9/10 series and other budget models without USB-C → HDMI, you can use a 3.5mm jack → RCA adapter.The quality will be worse, but this is the only way to connect the phone to older HDMI-free TVs.

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If you often stream video, install the MX Player app on your phone with hardware decoding support – this will reduce the load on the processor and reduce heating.

6. Solving typical problems

Even with the right settings, the connection may not work, and here are the most common errors and ways to fix them:

Additional advice:

• 🔄 If nothing helps, reset your network settings on your phone: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.
• 🛠️ On some Samsung TVs, you need to manually enable Developer Mode and activate Wi-Fi Debugging».
• 📡 If you use Chromecast, make sure it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone (not a guest!).

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS phones (such as Xiaomi 14), the path to Miracast settings has changed: now it’s Settings → Connections → Screen and sound transmission. Old instructions may indicate the wrong path!

FAQ: Frequent questions