How to display an image from Xiaomi phone to TV: all ways

Xiaomi’s modern smartphones have powerful screens, but 6-inch diagonals are often not enough to watch movies at the company or show family photos. Broadcasting a picture to a big TV screen turns a typical evening into a full-fledged theater. Fortunately, the MIUI ecosystem offers many built-in tools for wireless and wired connections.

In this article, we’ll take a look at all the current connectivity methods, from standard protocols to specific features of Xiaomi’s shell, learn how to configure video streaming without delay, which apps to use for different types of TVs, and what to do if devices can’t see each other.

There are several major media technologies, each with its own advantages: the specific method depends on the model of your TV and the version of the Android operating system on your smartphone; some methods allow you to completely duplicate the screen, others only transfer videos or photos.

Wireless broadcasting through the built-in MIUI functionality

The fastest way to send a picture to the big screen is to use the native Mi Cast feature, which is based on the Miracast standard and allows you to duplicate the screen of your smartphone on any compatible TV without installing additional software. In recent versions of the MIUI shell, this feature is often hidden in the Connection and Sharing menu or brought to the control center.

To activate, you need to make sure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. This is a critical condition, since the data transfer is locally through the router. If your TV supports Miracast technology (often called Screen Mirroring, Smart View or Wireless Display), it will automatically appear in the list of available devices on the smartphone.

⚠️ Note: Using the Miracast method via Mi Cast, the smartphone screen may go out to save energy, but the broadcast will continue.

The process of connecting is as simple as possible by the developers. You don't have to look for it. IP-You just click on the broadcast icon and select your Smart. TV. If the image delay is high, try bringing the smartphone closer to the router or switch to the 5 GHz band.

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Use a 5GHz Wi-Fi network to stream video in 4K to avoid jerking and sound dissynchronization.

Using Google Chromecast technology built-in

Most modern TVs, even without Android TV on board, support the Google Cast protocol. Xiaomi smartphones have deep integration with Google services, making this one of the most stable methods. Unlike Miracast, it does not broadcast the entire screen, but specific content from applications.

Open an app like YouTube, Netflix or Google Photos. In the corner of the video player or in the sharing menu, you'll see a characteristic wave rectangle icon. You click on it, you'll select the target device, which allows you to use the phone as a remote control without using the battery to continuously stream the video.

• 📺 Ideal for streaming services and online cinemas.
• 🔋 Saves battery power as the decoding process takes over the TV.
• 📱 Allows you to use your phone for other tasks while watching.

If the built-in button doesn't appear, check to see if you're logged in to the same Google account on both devices. Also make sure that the Google Home app is installed and updated to the latest version.

Broadcasting through intermediary applications

In situations where standard methods don’t work or the TV is an “old” model without smart features, third-party solutions come to the rescue.

One of the most popular solutions is the application. TV Cast or Web Video Caster, which allows you to stream video from your browser or local memory of your phone, and the principle of operation is to install a server application on your TV (if it's Android). TV) or use of built-in DLNA-renderer.

For Apple users who have switched to Xiaomi, the issue of streaming through AirPlay is relevant. Since MIUI does not have native AirPlay support, you need to install an emulator app on the TV, such as AirScreen, and then the phone will see the TV as an Apple device.

⚠️ Warning: Free versions of intermediary apps often contain intrusive advertising. For comfortable use, it is recommended to purchase Premium subscriptions or use modified versions of the software.

Wired connection via USB and HDMI

When wireless connection is unstable or requires maximum image quality without compression, the best choice is cable. Xiaomi smartphones with a Type-C port often support video output, but there is an important caveat: the port must support USB 3.1 or higher with DisplayPort Alt Mode.

Budget models usually have only USB 2.0, which doesn't transmit video, and you'll need a special adapter with the technology. MHL or Slimport if supported by a particular phone model, the connection is via the Type-C to adapter. HDMI.

Video support check:


1. Go to Settings → About the phone.




2. Press 7 times on "Kernel Version" (to enter Developer Mode).




3. In the developer menu, look for the item "Enable USB- debugging" and the status USB.

The advantage of the wired method is that it does not have latency, which makes it possible to use the TV as a gaming monitor, and it does not discharge, but instead charges from the TV (if the TV port supports power supply) or from a separate source.

Broadcasting over DLNA and Local Area Network

DLNA is a classic way of transmitting multimedia content on a local network, not duplicating the screen, but allowing the TV to play files stored in the memory of a Xiaomi smartphone, ideal for viewing pre-loaded movies or photo albums.

To implement this method, a DLNA-enabled media player (usually built into a Smart TV) must be running on the TV, and the phone needs to open a gallery or video player (such as an MX Player or VLC), select a file, and press the Translate or Cast button.

Unlike Miracast, it doesn't stream live video, it downloads data in packets over the network, it reduces the load on the smartphone's processor, but if the Wi-Fi speed is low, there may be pauses for buffering.

• 📂 Suitable for high resolution heavy files.
• 🎮 Not suitable for games or demonstration of application interface.
• 🔌 Does not require a permanent active screen smartphone.

Make sure your profile is marked as “Private” or “Trusted” in your network security settings. Windows-based networks and routers often block detection. DLNA-Devices of each other for security reasons.

Elimination and network setup

Even with the right setup, users can face problems: the TV can’t see the phone, the image twitches or there is no sound. Most often the reason lies in the settings of the router or energy saving MIUI. Aggressive optimization can “kill” the background broadcast process.

If the connection is constantly breaking, try to ask statically. IP-Addresses for both devices in the router settings. AP Isolation (isolation of access points), which prevents devices on the same Wi-Fi network from communicating with each other.

To diagnose, use applications like Fing or Network Analyzer to show if devices can see each other at the network level, and if the ping between the phone and the TV is high, the problem is the Wi-Fi signal, not the software.

⚠️ Warning: Antiviruses and firewalls on the router can block ports required for Cast and Miracast protocols. Try temporarily disabling protection to check.

Comparison of methods and final recommendations

The best way to view YouTube depends on your goals. Chromecast is the best way to view it. Mi Cast is the way to show presentations or photos. Gamers should consider wired connectivity to minimize input delay.

Technology is moving forward, and Xiaomi is constantly improving its multimedia algorithms. New versions of HyperOS are expected to offer even deeper integration with the smart home, allowing you to stream a single-touch image through the Miot ecosystem.

Remember, the quality of the broadcast depends on the quality of your local network. A powerful router with support for modern standards is the foundation of stable operation of all wireless methods.

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The Golden Rule: Use Videos for Videos Chromecast/DLNA, for games and interfaces, such as Miracast or HDMI cable.