Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is one of the popular mid range Android smartphone in India. It is available in two variant. One is 2GB with 16GB internal storage which is priced at Rs.9,999 and another one is with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage which is priced at Rs.11,999. Both the variants runs on MIUI 7 on top of Android 5.1 Lollipop. Here are some of the useful Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Tips and Tricks.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Tips and Tricks
Below are the Redmi Note 3 Tips and Tricks which are in the form of frequently asked questions.
How to move contacts, messages, photos, music, video, documents etc from old device to Redmi Note 3?
When one buys a smartphone, the first thing to do after inserting sim card is transferring data from old device to new device. For this Redmi Note 3 offers a simple method. You just need to install a app called “Mi Mover” from Play Store which is available for free. Then pair the devices using a QR code and start transferring instantly. This app will transfer all data from your old device which includes contacts, messages, photos, music, video, documents etc to Redmi Note 3.
How to take screenshot on Redmi Note 3?
Capturing screenshot on Redmi Note 3 is easy and simple. There are 2 ways. First one is using power button and volume down button. You need to press both at the same time and hold for a while. The screenshot will be taken. The other method is, access the quick setting menu. Tap on to the “screenshot” icon. The screenshot will be captured.
Is there any way to filter service messages & Promotional messages in Redmi Note 3?
In MIUI 7, there is a option called Smart SMS filter. This helps you to filter all sms and group all these messages under one single folder. By default it is disabled. You can enable it by going to Settings > System Apps > Messaging > enable Notification Group.
How to show data speed indicator on notification bar?
You can enable data speed indicator on notification bar in Redmi Note 3 by going to Settings > Notifications > turn on Show Connection Speed. This will start showing the data speed in notification bar.
How to change text size in Redmi Note 3?
In MIUI 7, you have total 6 different text size to choose from. You can change the text size by navigating to Settings->Text Size. The text size varies from XS(extra small) to XXL.
How to use Redmi Note 3 as Modem?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 supports WiFi hotspot, USB tethering and Bluetooth tethering. Using any one of this method you can share your mobile data with PC/Laptop and other wifi enabled device. For enabling USB tethering, you need to connect your device to PC via USB cable. Similarly, for enabling Bluetooth tethering, you need to pair your device with the device which you want to share the mobile data.
Couldn’t open WiFi hotspot and USB Tethering on Redmi Note 3?
If you have enabled restricted app data usage, then you might face this issue. You need to allow Mobile data access to “Android System”. You can do that, by going to “Security” app. Then tap on to data usage->Restrict App data usage. Now give mobile data access to “Android System”.
How to share PC internet to Redmi Note 3?
Reverse tethering of Redmi Note 3 is very easy. First you need to download and install Mi PC suite. Now connect your phone to PC. It will automatically switches to your PC internet connection. You can toggle between reverse tethering on/off by accessing the notification page.
Is there any way to customise Notification LED to different colours?
Yes. You can customise the colours of LED notification for calls, messages and notification. For this go to Settings> Additional settings> Notification light. Now you can select your preferred colours from the available option to different notifications.
These are the some of the basic yet useful Redmi Note 3 Tips and tricks. There are multiple customisation are available in MIUI 7 such as locking apps using the fingerprint scanner, limiting data usage to certain apps etc. If you are looking for certain feature, please feel free to ask in the comment section below. If you know any other Redmi Note 3 Tips and tricks, please share it in the comment section below.