How to Mirror a Huawei Phone to a TV via Wi-Fi: A Complete Guide

Transferring photos from Huawei on the big TV screen through Wi-Fi — a convenient way to share photos with friends, present a presentation, or simply enjoy viewing wirelessly. However, many users encounter difficulties: the phone doesn't detect the TV, the connection constantly drops, or the image quality leaves much to be desired. In this article, we'll examine all the current wireless image transfer methods, their pros and cons, and provide specific recommendations for smartphone owners. Huawei (including models P60 Pro, Mate 50, Nova 11 and others).

Feature of phones Huawei - own ecosystem Huawei Share (previously HiSuite), which often conflicts with standard protocols like Miracast or DLNAWe tested all methods on TVs. Samsung, LG, Sony Bravia And Xiaomi TV We've checked the latest firmware versions (2023–2026) and highlighted those that work reliably. If your TV was manufactured before 2018, some features may be missing—we'll mention those as well.

Method 1: Huawei Share (quick and no settings required)

Huawei Share - proprietary technology from Huawei, similar Apple AirPlay or Samsung Quick ShareIt allows you to transfer files between devices of the brand, but also supports some TVs with Wi-Fi DirectThe main advantage is minimal delays and preservation of original image quality.

To take advantage Huawei Share, follow these steps:

• 📱 On your phone: open Gallery, select a photo → click Share → Huawei Share.
• 📺 On TV: turn on Wi-Fi Direct or Screen Mirroring (on the menu Net or Connections).
• 🔗 Wait until your phone finds the TV in the list of available devices and confirm the connection.

If your TV does not appear in the list, check:

• ⚙️ The TV is in the "Sleep" mode Device discovery (sometimes called Device Connect).
• 📶 The phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🔄 On the phone in Settings → Huawei Share options included File transfer And Connecting to TV.

Phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network | Wi-Fi Direct is enabled on the TV | Huawei Share is enabled in the phone settings | Files do not exceed 50 MB (limit for some TVs) -->

Important: Huawei Share works stably only with TVs running Android TV 9.0+ or ​​with support for the standard. MiracastOn models LG webOS Synchronization errors may occur until 2020.

Method 2: Screen Mirroring

If Huawei Share is not supported by your TV, alternative is Screen Mirroring (or Screen reflection). This method broadcasts the entire phone screen to the TV, which is convenient for displaying gallery slideshows. The downside is possible scrolling delays and reduced image quality.

Instructions for Huawei:

1. On your phone: Pull down the notification shade → tap Screen Mirroring (or Wireless display).
2. On TV: turn on Screen Mirroring on the menu Net or Connections.
3. Select the name of your TV from the list of available devices on your phone.

Common problems and solutions:

• 🔄 The screen is flickering or slowing down: Reduce the broadcast resolution in the settings Screen Mirroring on the phone (select 720p instead of 1080p).
• 🚫 TV is not located: reboot your router and make sure it is enabled WMM (in settings Wi-Fi → Additional).
• 🔊 No sound: Some TVs don't transmit audio through Miracast - use a separate column or Bluetooth.

⚠️ Warning: On TVs Samsung series J (2016–2017) and LG With webOS 3.0 manual activation may be required Miracast via the service menu (code 1105 on the remote control). Official support for this mode depends on the TV firmware.

3. Method: DLNA/UPnP (for older TVs)

Protocol DLNA (or UPnP) is a universal method of transferring media files that works even on TVs from 2012 to 2018. For Huawei You will need a third-party application, since the built-in gallery does not support DLNA.

Recommended apps:

• 📌 BubbleUPnP (paid version without unnecessary fluff).
• 📌 LocalCast (free, but with file size limitations).
• 📌 AllCast (supports Chromecast And DLNA).

How to set up:

1. Install one of the applications on your phone.
2. Turn on the TV DLNA on the menu Network → Home Network.
3. In the app on your phone, select a photo → press Play on → select your TV.

DLNA limitations:

• ⏳ Delay when scrolling through photos (up to 2-3 seconds).
• 📉 Quality may decrease to 1280×720 on old TVs.
• 🔒 Some models Huawei block access to the gallery for third-party applications - allow access in Settings → Applications → Permissions.

4. Method: Google Cast (for Android TV and Chromecast)

If your TV is running on Android TV (or connected to it Google Chromecast), the most reliable way is to use Google CastThis method supports high resolution (up to 4K) and minimal delays.

Instructions:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open Google Photos On your phone, select an image → press Broadcast (Wi-Fi screen icon).
3. Choose yours Chromecast or Android TV from the list.

Advantages Google Cast:

• 🎯 Supports HDR And 4K (if TV is compatible).
• 🔄 You can stream entire albums automatically.
• 📱 Works even if the phone is locked (broadcasting continues).

⚠️ Attention: On phones Huawei without Google services (models after 2019) for Google Cast will need to be installed Google Play Services manually through AppGallery or third-party sources. This may disrupt system stability.

5. Method: Direct connection via Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct Allows you to connect your phone and TV directly, without a router. This is useful if you don't have a home network or have a weak Wi-Fi signal. However, the data transfer speed will be lower than when connecting through a router.

How to connect:

1. On TV: turn on Wi-Fi Direct on the menu Net.
2. On your phone: go to Settings → Wireless & networks → Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Select your TV from the list and confirm the connection (you may need to enter the PIN code from the TV screen).
4. Open the gallery, select a photo → Share → Wi-Fi Direct.

Restrictions Wi-Fi Direct:

Why is Wi-Fi Direct slower than regular Wi-Fi?

Direct connections between devices aren't optimized for high speeds—they use a single data channel without a router to distribute the load. Furthermore, many TVs limit bandwidth to save energy.

6. Method: Cloud services (for remote access)

If you need to transfer photos to a TV on a different network (for example, at your dacha or in the office), use cloud services. This method is universal, but requires a stable internet connection on both devices.

Popular services:

• 🌥️ Huawei Cloud (built into phones) Huawei, 5 GB free).
• 🌥️ Google Photos (unlimited storage for compressed photos).
• 🌥️ Yandex Disk or Mail.ru Cloud (convenient for Russia).

How to transfer a photo:

1. Upload images to the cloud from your phone.
2. On your TV, open a browser or service application (for example, Google Photos For Android TV).
3. Log in to your account and download photos to your TV or view them online.

⚠️ Caution: When using Huawei Cloud Download speeds may be limited outside of China. To speed up downloads, use a VPN with servers in Asia or download photos at night.

Comparison of all methods: which one to choose?

To make your decision easier, we've compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even with proper setup, problems can still arise. We've compiled the most common errors and how to fix them:

• 🔌 The phone doesn't see the TV.: Check that both devices are connected to the same network (or using Wi-Fi Direct). Reboot the router.
• 📵 The connection is broken: Turn off power saving mode for apps on your phone Huawei Share or Screen Mirroring.
• 🖼️ Photos are displayed with artifacts: Reduce the broadcast resolution in the settings or convert images to JPEG.
• 🔒 PIN code required: on some TVs (for example, Sony Bravia) you need to enter the code from the TV screen on your phone.

If none of the methods work, check:

• 📱 It's turned on on the phone Developer mode and USB debugging (sometimes it interferes Miracast).
• 📺 The TV firmware has been updated (outdated versions may not support new protocols).
• 🔄 The router doesn't block Multicast-traffic (check settings) IGMP).

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to transfer photos from Huawei on Apple TV?

Yes, but only through AirPlayTo do this, install the application on your phone. AirScreen or ApowerMirror, which emulates AirPlay- receiver. The quality will be lower than with direct transmission, and the delay may reach 1–2 seconds.

Why when transmitting through Miracast no sound?

Some TVs (especially LG And Philips) do not transmit audio MiracastSolutions:

• Connect the external speaker Bluetooth or 3.5 mm.
• Use Google Cast instead of Miracast.
• Check your TV sound settings: sometimes the audio is output through HDMI ARC.

How to transfer photos from Huawei on TV without Wi-Fi?

If Wi-Fi is not available, alternatives:

• 🔌 USB cable: connect your phone to TV via OTG adapter (need TV with USB-host).
• 📶 Bluetooth: Some TVs support file transfer via FTP or OPP (slow, up to 1 MB/s).
• 💽 flash drive: Copy the photo to a USB drive and connect it to the TV.

Why Huawei Share doesn't work on Samsung TV?

Samsung blocks third-party transmission protocols on its TVs, giving priority Smart ViewSolutions:

• Use Screen Mirroring instead of Huawei Share.
• Install the app on TV Send Files to TV (available in Samsung App Store).
• Update your TV firmware to the latest version (new versions support Miracast improved).

Is it possible to transfer RAW-photo with Huawei on TV?

Most TVs don't support formats RAW (.ARW, .CR2, .DNG). Solutions:

• Convert RAW V JPEG through Lightroom or Snapseed.
• Use DLNA with the application BubbleUPnP - it can transcode formats on the fly.
• Connect your phone via HDMI via adapter USB-C → HDMI (support will be required DisplayPort Alt Mode on the phone).