How to take a long screenshot on Xiaomi: all the ways (including hidden)

Long (scrollable) screenshots on Xiaomi allow you to capture entire web pages, instant messaging or app listings — anything that doesn’t fit on a single screen. This feature is built into MIUI firmware, but many users don’t know it exists or experience bugs when they try. In this article, we’ll look at all the working methods for creating scrolling screenshots, including little-known techniques for older models and custom firmware devices.

It is important to understand that the ability to take a long screenshot depends on three factors: the version of the MIUI, the smartphone model and the type of content (not all applications support scrolling). For example, in the Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 13, the function is stable, and on the POCO F1 with MIUI 12.5, it may require additional manipulation. We tested all methods on current versions of firmware (2026) and collected checklists to fix typical problems.

1. Standard method via screenshot menu (MIUI 12–14)

This is the simplest method that works on most modern Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices with official firmware.The algorithm is the same for all models starting with the Mi 9 and newer, but there are nuances for different versions of MIUI.

To take a long screenshot:

1. Take a regular screenshot with a combination of buttons Volume down + Power (or swipe three fingers down if gesture navigation is enabled).
2. In the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen, click on the Scrolling icon (it looks like two up-and-down arrows or Scroll).
3. Wait for the system to automatically scroll through the page and collect a screenshot. Some apps (like Telegram) may need to manually scroll through the content.
4. Click on “Ready” or “Save” to export the result to the gallery.

⚠️ Note: If the scroll button is inactive (grey), the app does not support long screenshots, which is typical for YouTube, TikTok and some banking applications due to security restrictions.

Check out the MIUI version (should be 12 or newer)

Update the app you’re trying to take a screenshot of

Reboot your smartphone

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2. Alternative method through "Read Mode" (for web pages)

If the standard method doesn’t work in a browser (e.g. Chrome or Mi Browser), you can use the built-in Read Mode, which is suitable for saving full articles, instructions or long posts on social networks.

Instructions:

1. Open the desired web page in the browser.
2. Touch the icons «⋮» (three dots in the upper right corner and select Read Mode (or View in Reading Mode).
3. In reading mode, take a regular screenshot (Loudness down + Nutrition).
4. In the screenshot menu, the option “Scroll” will appear – click on it to capture the entire text.

💡 Useful tip: In Mi Browser, read mode automatically removes ads and extra items, making it easier to create a clean long screenshot.If you don't have an option, upgrade your browser to the latest version.

3. Hidden method via ADB (for power users)

If your Xiaomi is running an older version of MIUI (below 12) or custom firmware, standard methods may not work, and ADB (Android Debug Bridge) – a debugging tool that allows you to manually run a command to create a long screenshot – will help.

This will require:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and platform-tools package (download from Android Developers website).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times click on version, then return to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Steps:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and allow debugging (a request will appear on the phone screen).
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with the platform-tools.
3. Enter the command: adb shell am start -n com.android.systemui/.screenshot.ScrollingScreenshotActivity
4. You'll have an interface on your smartphone to create a long screenshot. Follow the system's hints.

⚠️ Note: This method may not work on some custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS or Pixel Experience) because it requires standard system components. MIUI. Also after use ADB It is recommended to disable debugging USB developer-setting.

Standard through the screenshot menu

Browser reading mode

ADB (for experienced)

Another way.

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4. Applications for long screenshots: top-3 alternatives

If the built-in methods don't work, you can use third-party apps, and we tested dozens of utilities and selected three of the most reliable ones:

🔍 Important: Check the permissions of the application before installing. Some utilities (such as ScreenMaster) request access to special features (Settings) → Special opportunities → Services that may affect security: We recommend using LongShot as the most balanced option.

5. Typical errors and how to fix them

Even if you follow instructions correctly, users often encounter problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions.

• ❌ The "Scroll" button is missing: → Update. MIUI last-minute. → Check if the app supports long screenshots (for example, Instagram only works in feed, not in stories).
• ❌ Screenshot ends in the middle: → Try to scroll the page manually after pressing the button. → Close all background applications (especially messengers) to free up RAM.
• ❌ Black screen instead of content: → This is typical for applications with screenshot protection (banks, messengers with secret chats). → Use a second smartphone to take pictures of the screen or specialized apps like LongShot.

On devices with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro), long screenshots can be delayed due to performance optimization, in which case rebooting the phone or disabling the Smart Boost feature in the battery settings will help.

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If the long screenshot is blurry, try reducing the resolution in the display settings (Settings → Screen → Resolution) and this will reduce the processor’s load when processing the image.

6.How to edit and share long screenshots

After you create a long screenshot, you can crop it, add text or notes directly in the standard MIUI editor.

1. Open the screenshot in the gallery and click "Edit".
2. Use the tools: ✂️ Cutting – to remove extra parts. 🖊️ Pen/text - to add notes. 🎨 Filters – to improve readability (e.g., increase contrast).

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📌 Key Conclusion: Long screenshots in MIUI They are saved as.png at screen resolution. If you need to save space, convert them to.jpg through apps like PicsArt or Snapseed (quality will deteriorate slightly).

FAQ: Frequent questions about long screenshots on Xiaomi