How to bring video from Xiaomi phone to TV: all ways with photos and nuances

You want to stream a movie, photo or game with Xiaomi to the big screen, but don’t know how to do it quickly and without delay? In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of transmitting images, from wireless technologies to wired connections, taking into account the features of MIUI firmware and the Mi TV range.

Whether you have a Redmi Note 12 or a flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra, the instructions are for any smartphone of the brand. And if you have a TV not Xiaomi, but Samsung, LG or Sony Bravia, we also tell you how to sync devices without unnecessary problems, the main thing is to choose the method that suits your tasks: whether you need minimal latency for games or standard video broadcasting is enough.

We warn you that some of these things may not work on older TVs (until 2018) or smartphones with MIUI below 12, and you may need to use adapters or upgrade your firmware.

1. Wireless broadcast over Wi-Fi (Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct)

The most versatile way that works on most modern devices: Miracast technology is built into Xiaomi since MIUI 9, and Wi-Fi Direct is supported by all TVs with Android TV or Smart TV (including Mi TV 4A/4S/5X).

The main advantages of the method:

• 🔄 No need for a router – devices connect directly.
• 🎮 Suitable for games and video (delay) ~50-100 ms).
• 📶 It works even without the internet.

How to connect:

1. On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless (Miracast).
2. On your smartphone, open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Screen Broadcast (or Cast in the notification curtain).
3. Select the name of your TV from the list. Confirm pairing on both devices.

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If the TV doesn't appear on the list, restart both devices and try again, sometimes turning off the VPN or power saving mode on your smartphone helps.

On other brands, the path may be different:

• Samsung: Settings → General → External devices → Miracast device.
• LG: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct.
• Sony: Settings → Network → Home Settings → Miracast.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) The broadcast function is hidden. To activate it, go to Settings. → About the phone and 5 times click on the version MIUI, Then go back to Connection and Sharing.

2. Connect via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If you have a Google Chromecast or a TV with built-in support for Google Cast (like the Mi TV 5 Pro), this method will be the easiest.It allows you to stream not only the screen, but also individual applications (like YouTube or Netflix) without delay.

Instructions:

• 📱 Make sure your smartphone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔍 In an app that supports Cast (like YouTube), click on the broadcast icon (📺) and choose your TV.
• 🖥️ For full screen broadcast, use the screen broadcast function in the notification curtain.

List of apps that support Google Cast:

Important: Xiaomi TVs with firmware below MIUI 13 may not support Google Cast, in which case use Miracast or update the software.

3. Wired connection via HDMI (for minimum delay)

If you want maximum stability and minimal latency (for example, for gaming or watching high-resolution video), the best option is a wired connection through a high-resolution video. HDMI. That's gonna require an adapter. USB-C → HDMI (or micro-USB → HDMI old-model).

Step-by-step:

1. Buy a certified adapter (we recommend Xiaomi USB-C to HDMI or Baseus).
2. Connect the adapter to the smartphone, and HDMI-cable.
3. On your TV, select the HDMI signal source (usually the Source or Input button on the remote).
4. On the smartphone may appear a request for permission to broadcast – confirm it.

Advantages of the method:

• 🎮 Latency less than 20ms – ideal for gaming.
• 📺 Maintains permission until 4K@60Hz (on Xiaomi flagships 13/14).
• 🔋 It does not drain the battery (unlike Wi-Fi).

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi Note 10) when connected via HDMI You can turn off the internal speaker. To get the sound through the TV, go to Settings. → Sound. → Sound output and select HDMI.

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4.Use of DLNA to view media files

If you don't need to duplicate a screen, but just transfer photos, videos or music, DLNA technology is fine, and it allows you to stream files from your phone to your TV without broadcasting the entire screen.

How to set up:

1. On Xiaomi TV, turn on DLNA: Settings → Applications → System Applications → Media Server.
2. On your smartphone, install a media server application, such as BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.
3. In the app, select a file and click "Play on" → select your TV.

Supported formats:

• 🎥 Video: MP4, MKV, AVI (before 1080p most-television).
• 📷 Photo Photo: JPEG, PNG, HEIF (new-model).
• 🎵 Music: MP3, FLAC, AAC.

DLNA limitations:

• ❌ No sound in some formats (e.g., no sound, AC3 into MKV).
• ❌ Delay up to 2-5 seconds during playback.
• ❌ Not all TVs support subtitles.

5. Broadcast via Xiaomi apps (Mi Home, Mi TV Remote)

If you have a Xiaomi ecosystem (smartphone + TV), you can use branded apps for streaming, such as Mi Home or Mi TV Remote, which allows you to not only control the TV, but also transfer content to it.

Instructions for Mi Home:

1. Install the Mi Home app and add your TV to your device list.
2. Open the Devices tab, select the TV and click Screen Translation.
3. Confirm the connection on the TV.

Advantages of branded applications:

• 🔗 Automatic synchronization with Xiaomi account.
• 📱 Support for gestures and voice control (on some models).
• 🔄 Ability to broadcast only audio (for example, music).

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ It only works with Mi TVs. TV (It is not suitable for Samsung or LG).
• ⚠️ Sometimes there are lags when transmitting high-resolution video.

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Xiaomi's proprietary apps provide maximum compatibility but are limited by the brand ecosystem.For versatility, it's better to use Miracast or HDMI.

6. Alternative methods: Bluetooth and USB-accumulator

If none of these methods work, alternatives are available, which are less convenient, but sometimes help in emergencies.

Transmission via Bluetooth:

• 📲 It is suitable only for photos and music (video cannot be transmitted).
• 🔊 The sound quality is worse than Wi-Fi or HDMI.
• 🕒 Transfer speed is low – inconvenient for large files.

How to transfer files:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both devices.
2. On your smartphone, select a file → Send → Bluetooth → select a TV.
3. On the TV, confirm the file's acceptance.

Use of the USB-storage:

• 💾 Suitable for all files, but requires an additional device.
• 📁 The TV must support the file format (e.g., the file format, MP4 video).
• ⚡ Faster than Bluetooth, but less convenient than wireless.

Tip: If the TV doesn’t see the flash drive, format it in FAT32 or exFAT via your smartphone (Files by Google or MIUI File Manager app).

7 Problem Solving: What to Do When Nothing Works

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

If the problem persists, try:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 Update the firmware on the smartphone and TV.
• 🛠️ Reset the network settings on the TV (Settings) → Network → Resetting network settings).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Mi) TV 4A In 2018, Miracast support may disappear after the firmware update, in which case only a rollback to the old version of the software or use of the software will help. HDMI.

FAQ: Frequent questions