Compilation_recovery_01

[quote author=jboixxx post=79822424][color=#990000] PLEASE, this thread is for referencing ONLY, hence:
1) don't comment or "book space" on this thread, rather, you can click on [b]follow[/b] button.

2) all enquiries should be made on [url=https://www.nairaland.com/5890793/xiaomi-discussion-thread-updated/11][b]→Xiaomi Main Thread←[/b][/url],

3) buying and selling on [url=https://www.nairaland.com/3880817/xiaomi-thread-store/167][b]→Xiaomi Thread Store←[/b][/url] or

4) Xiaomi devices tweaking on [url=https://www.nairaland.com/4694106/xiaomi-thread-tweaking-phones-spot][b]→Xiaomi Tweaking Thread←[/b][/url].

Thanks.[/color]

[color=#000099]Credit to members of the main thread for this compilation.[/color] [hr]
[img]https://www.nairaland.com/attachments/10311029_2019093007_53_31_jpeg9f6f1226eac34cb69f5a771f59942987[/img]

[b]Redmi Note 9 naming scheme[/b]:
[quote author=genius43 post=89028777]
[b]PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT[/b]

Globally we currently have three phones in the Redmi Note 9 series.

[b]1. Redmi Note 9 Pro - This variant is known as Redmi Note 9 Pro Max in the Indian market[/b]

Specifications: https://www.kimovil.com/en/where-to-buy-xiaomi-redmi-note-9-pro

https://m.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_9_pro-10217.php

[b]2. Redmi Note 9s - This Variant is called Redmi Note 9 Pro in the Indian market.[/b]
Specifications:

https://www.kimovil.com/en/where-to-buy-xiaomi-redmi-note-9s

https://m.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_9s-10147.php

[b]3. Redmi Note 9 - Smallest of the the series.[/b]
Specifications
https://www.kimovil.com/en/where-to-buy-xiaomi-redmi-note-9

https://m.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_9-10192.php

This is for those that would come and be asking confusing questions later. Be guided.
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[b]Conversation on using memory card as internal storage or portable storage [/b]:
[quote author=okikiosibodu post=83026174] Jboixxx... I think you should add these to you compilation list for newbies
[quote author=BoleAndFish] Hello guys, if I select the option to use my memory card as extra phone storage, will I be able to format it as external storage in another device if I want to start using it in another device? [/quote]

[quote author=saint2ace] No you can't, the SD Card is useless outside the phone it was configured to work with. You cannot reformat nor use it except in the phone. Lost 64gb SD card to that experiment. Still can't find a way around formatting it outside the phone, unfortunately the phone has been sold off :-[ :-[ [/quote]

[quote author=olayinkajnr] It is 100% possible. Unless you are using a fake SD card.

I have a 32gb SD card that I used with my Nokia 5.1 last year.

I formatted it as internal storage on Nokia 5.1. But then, I got Infinix Note 5, I formatted it as portable. I used that same SD card on Nokia 3.1 as internal storage too. Now I'm using the same SD card on my OTG drive.

So, kindly disregard that information. [/quote]

[quote author=olayinkajnr] Actually, he can. All he has to do is to format it back, either as portable or as internal storage.

Sorry about your lost SD card. But one or two things might contribute to it getting damaged and key among them is maybe it is a fake SD card or you don't just know how to format it outside the phone. [/quote]

[quote author=okikiosibodu] Good day Fam... Pls how do you advice I format my storage as...... Internal memory or portable device (RN7)

Cc: Olayinkajnr, Genius43, GrandMufti, Gptech, Jboixxx [/quote]

[quote author=olayinkajnr] If you format it as portable devices, you won't be able to install apps on it. Only pictures, music and other files can be saved on it.

If you format as internal, it will assume the position of your internal storage. All apps will be installed on it, all apps data will be saved in it. All your pictures, music and other files will be saved on it.

Plus, it won't be as fast as when you format as portable.

If you are formatting as internal, it's advisable to use an original SD card with high read and write speed.

So you decide now. [/quote]
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[b]Data zapping issue?[/b]:
[quote author=jboixxx post=85042768] TODAY'S TIP:

If you're experiencing data zapping on your device, kindly do this tweaking.

Settings > Sync > Mi Cloud > Disable the gallery sync.

Turning off your auto sync will disable your email sync which is not recommended for those that uses office email or have active emails.

[b]Edited:[/b]
Also, you can check if your System apps updater is set to Auto updates, if it is, change to "Don't update" but leave the "Show update notifications" active.

2. Disable your Auto updates on Google play too. How? GooglePlay > Menu > Settings > Change "Auto Update Apps" to "Don't auto update apps" and change "Auto Play videos" to "Don't Auto Play Videos".

3) Don't forget, WhatsApp status is a data zapping feature

4) Facebook isn't left out if your video playback is active

5) this is rare though: Google Photos/drive auto sync (disable and change to manual sync). This is to those that prefers Google Photos to Mi Cloud like me ;D
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[url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-1aQUXYTX7h3wk6M-Zu_pI6DHpEIH_K0/view?usp=drivesdk] [b]Mi Dialer for RN8[/b][/url] ← Link to the Mi dialer for whoever needs the dialer.

MIUI Dialer 2: https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/xiaomi-inc-2/contacts-and-dialer-xiaomi/contacts-and-dialer-xiaomi-11-0-4-2-release/miui-contacts-and-dialer-11-0-4-2-android-apk-download/ [/color]

[color=#990000] Battery drain after update? "If you update your phone, give it time to adjust. Do a force restart randomly as much as possible." ~ Genius43[/color]

[color=#000099] [b]Abi you wanna be a "pro" in mobile photography?[/b] Maybe this video can help a bit [/color]
[quote author=genius43 post=80512451]
Let me share you this video by Technology Jock it will help you in making decisions when taking photos, there are others out there too. Search and watch videos by Pixel village

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AXbYobdgjE

Here is another one

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHvFHRPLvII [/quote]


[quote]
GCAM SECTION

[b]How to import .xml files of GCam:[/b] https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/settings09/

[b]Redmi Note 8:[/b] https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog866/

[b]Redmi 8 GCam:[/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/PXv4.1.1_GoogleCamera_7.2.014.apk

[b]Redmi Note 8Pro GCam App:[/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/MGC_6.1_X6_RN8Pro_Edition_2.1.apk

Configs
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog844/

[b]Stable GCam for RN7?[/b]
[quote author=genius43 post=85386894]
I believe there are links on the compilation thread. You are not new here.

https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/PMGC_7.0.009_HDR_Version_V13.apk

Configs for RN7:
https://www.datafilehost.com/d/552c9354

Note use Astro XML For Astrophotography alone.
My GM1 works well for every other mode
To apply configs

Create a folder on the root of your internal storage called GoogleCamera then create another folder in this folder called ConfigsCamera. Paste the XML FILE (s)
Then follow other steps on application of the pasted XML on the camera app from the link below

https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/settings09/

Jboixxx please apply updates where necessary
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[b]GCam for Mi A3:[/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/MGC_6.2.030_B-S-G-based_v.0.2c_TlnNeun.apk

https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog856

[b]Xiaomi K20pro and Mi 9T GCam: [/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/Kv1.1.9_6.2.030.apk

[b]Mi 9 GCam: [/b] https://www.nairaland.com/post/86863265 [Not Cached]

[b]GCam for Pocophone F1 [/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/F1v9.4a_6.2.030.apk

[b]GCam for Mi8?:[/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/F1v9.4a_6.2.030.apk

[b]Redmi Note 7pro Gcam:[/b] https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/GC_RN7P_6.2.030.apk (slow motion not working on this)

[b]How to install GCam on Redmi 7[/b] https://www.androidexplained.com/redmi-7-install-google-camera/

[b]Redmi 6 GCam:[/b] Get it here. Change video resolution to 720p else, it crashes.
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[b]Sharing apps between 1st and second space of MIUI[/b]:
[quote author=jboixxx post=84153224] Go to second space > Explore new feature > second space > settings > move data > select apps. (You'll need authentication of 1st space at one point)[/quote]

[b]Just got yourself a new Xiaomi phone[/b]? Search for Scanning on the Settings search box then, disable WiFi and Bluetooth scanning.

[b]Screenshots are blurry when sent via WhatsApp[/b]?
[quote author=jboixxx post=81323752] .Resolution issues. If the screenshot is so important, you can attach it as document rather than jpeg/PNG. If that doesn't work, attach to Google drive, give it a 'share' privilege and send the link to the recipient. It will be clear.

Boleandfish, once you've taken your screenshot, click on it before it's taken off your screen and click on 'scroll'.

Modified:
Not all apps support this feature [/quote]

[b]Battery calibration using an app?[/b]
[quote author=stephinnoyewole post=84240551] [b]BATTERY CALIBRATION[/b]

1- Download "Ampere" on Play Store

2- Open the app and charge your phone up to 100% (important: you should only proceed with the calibration when "Full" appears in Ampere)

3- Keeping your phone connected to the cable, go to your file explorer and then "/data/system" and delete "batterystats.bin ", " batterystats-checkin.bin" and "batterystats-daily.xml"

4- Reboot your phone (plugged yet) and charge it till "full" on ampere again

5- Unplug the cable and use normally your phone till its shutdown (0%)

6- Charge your phone up to 100% with it turned off

7- Turn on your phone (plugged) and charge till "full" on ampere

8- Unplug and enjoy! [/quote]

[b]Having pairing issue(s) with your Xiaomi airdots?[/b] Try [url=https://www.reddit.com/r/airdots/comments/a1itcm/airdots_problem_with_connection_to_each_other/]this[/url].

[b]Send SOS SMS with just a click[/b]
[quote author=jboixxx post=84209188] [b]TIPS & TRICKS 5[/b]
Did you know you can send SOS SMS with just the press of a button (5x) on your phone without looking?

Let's go there! Settings > Emergency SOS > toggle it ON > Add number(s). This feature will send the coordinates of your location to your emergency contacts each time you press your power button 5x. You can also activate the option of sending your last 1hr call history to your emergency number(s).

Netw provider will charge for the SMS, so,
take note.
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[b]Need a mobile phone universal remote control for your devices?[/b] Download SURE on playstore.

[b]Set up your remotes on SURE remote[/b] https://www.nairaland.com/post/84577096 [Not cached]

[b]Disable ads on MIUI [/b]: https://techpp.com/2018/09/17/remove-ads-xiaomi-miui-guide/amp/

[b]Please, use less of your Power button by adjusting your settings [/b] https://www.nairaland.com/post/78277028
[quote author=Gptech post=78277028] Try as much as you can to avoid tapping your power button, this helps to extend its life span. To do this, enable 'double tap' to wake, then go to settings - Additional settings - buttons and gesture shortcut, then change 'turn off screen' to ' long press the home button'. Also, enable quick ball, select shortcut, and enable one of the short cuts as ' long press the power button'. That way, you only need to touch your power button only if phone somehow turns off, or you want to enter either recovery or fastboot mode.

[img]https://www.nairaland.com/attachments/9364357_screenshot20190510171706096com_android_settings_jpeg06fe1d9de825dd062ffbb0ede531608d[/img]
[img]https://www.nairaland.com/attachments/9364358_screenshot20190510171943537com_miui_touchassistant_jpegedaee166fe3afcc467cbc54bdc85ad80[/img]
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[b]Place a data cap to your hotspot sharing[/b]: https://www.nairaland.com/post/83924255 [Not Cached]

[b]Mi Message? [/b]
[quote author=fibonacci2526 post=78227672] Like imessages, you can send mi messages to those using Xiaomi devices via the internet. It has to be activated on both devices to work.

Settings-system apps-Messaging- Activate Mi message. [/quote]

[b]Want to backup all your files offline? [/b]
[quote author=jboixxx post=78049832]
[color=#000099]You can back up your apps offline using Xender→PC connection (check my Xiaomi compilation link on my signature). You can NOT backup the appdata/cache offline, some do not support inline backup sef.

2. Export your contacts to internal storage: contact → option (vertical ellipse at the top right corner) → import/export → export to storage.

3. You'll have to copy your user files to your PC, external HDD, OTG flash drive or installed Memory card.

Don't forget to contact us if you need any OTG flash drive or memory card[/color][/quote]

[b]Buying/Paying for an app on Google play?[/b]
[quote author=olayinkajnr post=78116419] [quote author=Prince202020] Please put me through abeg, I really want to own that Poweramp, modded ones don tire me.

See attached pic, that's 9pay app I'm talking about. [/quote]

You don't need the app bro.

Just go to 9pay.com.ng and register with your mobile number (9mobile number) and the Google account you use on playstore (very important).

Once done, fund the 9pay wallet that's associated with the Google account and phone number you used in registering.

Make sure you have only the 9mobile SIM inside your phone so you won't have any issue.

Open playstore once your 9pay wallet is funded, and then click the 3 dots at the uppermost left hand corner and select payment method. A new page will open and you'll see 9pay, click it and it will add automatically.

After that, you are good to go.

If there's anything that's not clear, let me know and I'll be glad to explain.
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and
[quote author=olayinkajnr post=78115100] [quote author=saky18] 1. Go to pay.google.com (Delete any previous profile there with Nigeria address) Settings - (scroll to last page) - Close payment profile

2. Go to Menu (Top left) - Addresses - add new address. E.g:
Country (US)
First Name Last name
Stanford University
450 Serra Mall
Stanford, CA
Zip code: 94305–2004
Save

3. Menu - Payment method (Now add your GTB MasterCard)
Save

4. Go to Playstore - Payment method (verify that your card has been added.

That's it. You can now pay for any app [/quote]

I used to use this method but I discovered that it will charge you in dollars directly which is very expensive when your bank charges you.

But with 9pay, a 500naira app will go for 530naira (30naira is VAT).

With ALAT BY WEMA, a 500naira App will go for 500naira.

With GT Master Card an 8dollars app is supposed to go for 2,800naira or less self but you'll be charged 3,200naira.

I know this coz I used to use it. [/quote]

[b]Font from ifont? Visit here [/b] http://www.nairaland.com/post/61327401 [Not Cached]

[b]Want to install ANY new font? [/b]
[quote author=GrandMufti post=57669142] ***modified ***

To convert tff or otf or ttc to mtz file using ifont

**Download ifont and miui theme editor from playstore.
**Open ifont. Go to My - settings - change font mode - miui theme mode.
**Go back. Still on the My tab, select my fonts -click this. Then navigate to where the tff or otf file is located, select it and click 'set'. Close the app.


To create a miui font file from any ifont mtz file

** open miui theme editor
** Click browse.
** navigate to where the mtz file is located. In this case storage - miui - theme. You should see the mtz file with ifont attached to the name. Select it.
** Click on start - next - finish. Close the app.
** open themes app.
** Click on themes - offline - scroll down to import.
** navigate to storage - miui - theme. Select the mtz file. Be careful not to select the mtz file you created with ifont. You can differentiate them by date / time they were created. The more recent should be the one to select.
** after selecting, the new font should appear under the fonts tab or theme tab. Select as desired to apply.
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Find more fonts [url=www.mediafire.com/file/6jcf7cdnrgnu933/1000++%20font.zip]here[/url] and unzip it using [url=https://zarchiver.en.uptodown.com/android/download]this[/url], then follow the ifont conversion procedure. If you need more info, contact grinface98.
U can make use of [b]MI custom font[/b] app (avail in Playstore).

[b]Updating ROM manually?[/b] http://www.nairaland.com/post/61225422 [Not Cached]
or
[quote author= jboixxx post=60040739] [quote author=careytommy7] Abeg I need step by step guide to upgrade my RN4 to MIUI 9 [/quote]
Update to 8.5.4 then download miui9 version of your choice to downloaded_rom folder of your device > updater > choose update package > select the file > update.
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or
[quote author=GrandMufti post=61535176] [quote author=iammayorkay] have bn trying to update the recovery rom with updater but it's showing not verified. [/quote]
Exactly what the image says.

You can't update from mm stable to n beta via updater app.

You can try your luck by first updating to mm beta, then n beta.

http://bigota.d.miui.com/7.5.22/miui_HM4XGlobal_7.5.22_d2c36356d6_6.0.zip

If you succeed, then proceed to update to the latest n beta.

Otherwise, na unlockis bootloadis ;D ;D [/quote]

[b]Disable Xiaomi SIM registration (N50/100 deductions upon phone reboot)?[/b] http://www.nairaland.com/post/61136501
[quote author=GrandMufti post=61136501] [quote author=jboixxx] Grandmufti, please how do I stopped this SIM authentication/framework SMS that gulps N50 every time a SIM is changed? [/quote]
Settings *permissions *permissions *sms * tap the 3 dots at the top right, * show system * xiaomi sim card service [/quote]

[b]PC doesn't recognise device?[/b] http://www.nairaland.com/post/60729937 [Not Cached]

[b]Want to block spam SMS?[/b]
[quote author=jboixxx post=60395669] [quote author=careytommy7] Please who can tell me how to stop receiving this message from MTN.
I've tried EOCN off but it didn't work [/quote]
This is alternative to honsule's option:
Just add a unique pharse from that SMS to your block list and you're good to go.
How
Security > block list > gear at the top-right > SMS blocklist > keyword blocklist > add > save.
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[b]Want to schedule an SMS?[/b] Click on the + beside the text input section > timed > adjust as needed > ✓

[b]Need to activate One-hand mode?[/b] http://www.nairaland.com/post/65255639 [Not Cached]

[b]Download online/youtube videos?[/b]
[quote author= encryptjay post=60175950] [quote author=iliyande] Please how can I download YouTube videos.? [/quote]

In addition to TubeMate and the 'ss' method for downloading YouTube videos, you can also copy the video link, go to 'savefrom.net' and paste the link in the box. Select your preferred video format and download.
For other sites apart from YouTube, you can add sfrom.net/ before the URL and hit enter that is, sfrom.net/http:// noobody.com/ and you'll get all the links for videos contained on the web page.
TubeMate is tight though. [/quote]

[b]Double contacts showing?[/b]
[quote author=jboixxx post=59538562] For your merged contact, All I did was to delete all my contacts (including MI contacts and Google contacts via browser), disable my MI account contact backup totally and restored my vCard contact backup made on my Windows contact(I always do a vCard backup to my lappy at intervals). Then activate Google contact synchronization.

Updating? You're advised to download your updates using ucbrowser and update manually [/quote]

Pu.skin, drag.net and hon.sule. Kindly help us close/lock this thread. Thanks

cc:
ke.kilika
.ge.nius43
K.allmemrB
G.ptech
Gran.dmufti
olayin.kajnr
etc

Oga iba.won, help copy this thread link to your 1st comment on the main Xiaomi page for easier reference.

[b]PLS, NO COMMENT IS ALLOWED ON THIS THREAD[/b][/quote]