How to find and open contacts with SIM-Maps on Xiaomi: a step-by-step guide

You just put a new one in. SIM-You can't find the contacts you saved on your Xiaomi or Redmi card, or you can't find the numbers you reset, or you can't find all the numbers you've got on your Google account, and this is a problem that many smartphone users are familiar with. MIUI — The thing is, by default, the system hides contacts with Xiaomi. SIM-Maps to avoid duplication with cloud services, but they can be easily returned -- and we'll show you how to do that.

In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to access contacts on the Internet. SIM-map, including hidden settings MIUI, Using standard apps and workarounds for older models, and understanding why contacts may not be displayed, and how to transfer them to your phone or Google account for secure storage, are relevant for all modern Xiaomi, Redmi and other devices. POCO base MIUI 12, 13 and 14.

Why contact with the SIM-The cards are not displayed in Xiaomi

Before we get to solutions, it's important to understand the cause of the problem. In Xiaomi smartphones, contacts with the Internet are not limited to the Internet. SIM-The cards can be hidden for several reasons:

  • 📱 Settings MIUI Default: The system automatically hides contacts with SIM, If they're duplicated with a Google account or a Mi Account, it's for convenience, but it's often confusing.
  • 🔄 Firmware update: After update MIUI the "Contact" settings may be reset, and SIM-Contacts will become invisible.
  • 📵 Wrong format SIM: Old ones. SIM-Cards (e.g. Mini-SIM) may not support contact storage or may be error-proof.
  • 🔧 Operator restrictions: Some mobile operators block access to contacts on the Internet SIM-map through software.

If you find that your contacts are missing after the reshuffle SIM-cards to another slot (e.g., from slot 1 to slot 2), this is also normal behavior — MIUI It links contacts to a particular slot, and we'll look at the solutions for all of these cases below.

⚠️ Attention: Contacts to SIM-The card is stored in an outdated format and has a limit on the number of characters (for example, a name no more than 14 characters.

Method 1: View through the standard Contacts app

The easiest way is to use the built-in Contacts app, but by default it may not show records from the site. SIM-Here's how to turn them on:

  1. Open the Contacts app** (an icon with a human silhouette).
  2. Tap on three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
  3. Go to the Contact Management section → Display contacts.
  4. Make sure the switch is on opposite the SIM-map SIM 1/SIM 2, if you have two cards).
  5. Return to the main contact menu and update the list (pull the screen down).

If contacts still don’t appear, try restarting your phone or retracting/pasting. SIM-Sometimes it helps to change the slot (for example, to rearrange the card). SIM slot 2 to slot 1).

Make sure that SIM-The card is activated in the network settings

Check the display activation SIM-contact

Update your contact list (swipe down)

Reboot the phone-->

Method 2: Exporting SIM contacts through phone settings

If contacts are SIM-maps are displayed, but you want to transfer them to your phone or Google account for reliability, use the export function:

  1. Open the "Contact»** → Settings (⋮) → Import/Export of contacts.

Confirm the export and wait for the process to be completed.

After export, contacts are available even without SIM-Note that when exporting to Google, you may need to connect to the Internet for synchronization.

⚠️ Note: When exporting to a.vcf file, check that it is saved in the Download folder or MIUI. Some users lose files due to automatic cache cleaning.

Nana SIM-map

Google account

In the memory of the phone

In another cloud service (iCloud, Mi Account, etc.)-->

Method 3: Use of the Engineering Menu (for advanced users)

If standard methods do not work, you can try to turn on the display. SIM-It's a good way to use the powered user interface, because it requires a lot of care.

  1. Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##4636## This will open the testing menu.

Not all Xiaomi models work with this method, as the manufacturer can block access to certain parameters. If the menu does not open after entering the code, then your firmware does not support this method.

What to do if the engineering menu is not opened?
If the ##4636### code doesn't work, try the alternative: 1. Install the MTK Engineering Mode app from Google Play (only for MediaTek devices). 2. Open the MTK Settings → Connectivity → SIM Management. 3. Enable the SIM Contacts Visibility option. Warning: Don't change other options in the engineering menu so as not to disrupt the network!

Method 4: Viewing Contacts through the Messages app

Few people know, but in MIUI contact SIM-You can view the cards through the messaging app. SMS The system downloads numbers from all available sources, including SIM.

    Solution: Contact the operator for a replacement SIM-maps to a contact-enabled model (usually standard nano-SIMs) and you can also try resetting your network settings to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.

    Issue 3: Duplicate contacts after importation

    When transferring contacts with SIM-You can have duplicates in your phone or Google's memory to eliminate them:

    1. Open Contacts** → Settings → Combine Contacts.

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    If duplicates are constantly appearing, disable automatic sync with Mi Account in your account settings.

    Can I edit the contacts directly to SIM-map?
    Yes, but with limitations. In the standard Contacts app, you can edit the records from the SIM-The name and number are limited to 14 and 20 characters respectively. You can not add additional fields (email, address, etc.) SIM-For convenience, we recommend moving contacts to the device memory or Google account.
    Why did you lose contact with the SIM-map?
    Hard Reset does not affect data on SIM-If contacts are missing, probable cause: You accidentally deleted them through the Contacts app before resetting. SIM-The card was removed or damaged during the procedure. MIUI mapping SIM-Contacts (see Method 1) Check the SIM-If you have contacts on that phone, go back to the display settings in your Xiaomi.
    How to transfer contacts from SIM-card to the new Xiaomi?
    The most reliable way: Export contacts with your old phone SIM-maps to.vcf file (via Settings) → Import/Export. Move the file to the new Xiaomi (e.g., via Bluetooth, Google Drive or cable). On the new phone, import the file through the same Import/Export menu by selecting Import from the file. Alternative: paste SIM-card to a new phone and follow Method 1 or Method 2 from this article.
    Does all Xiaomi models support the work with the SIM-contact?
    Most of the Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO Supports reading contacts with SIM-maps, but there are exceptions: 📱 Smartphones without slots SIM-cards (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold 2 in the eSIM version only) – do not support. 🌍 Global and Chinese firmware: In Chinese versions MIUI function may be disabled. 🔄 Outdated models (e.g. Redmi) 3S on MIUI 8) – can work with errors. Check the specifications of your model on the official Xiaomi website.
    Can I restore remote contacts with SIM-map?
    Restore remote contacts directly with SIM-It's not possible -- it doesn't have a basket function or a history of change: 🔍 Check backups in Google Contacts (if previously synced). 📱 Contact the operator – some keep copies SIM-activation. 💾 Use recovery software (like Dr.Fone), but the odds are minimal. In the future, export your contacts regularly to a.vcf file!