How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi 11T: all ways + problem solving

Creating a screenshot on a smartphone is a basic feature, but even this can raise questions from owners of Xiaomi 11T. Especially if we are talking about non-standard scenarios: scrolling screenshot of a long page, fixing the screen with gestures or voice commands. In this article, we will analyze all available methods, from classic to little-known, as well as typical errors and their solutions.

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If you’ve just moved from an iPhone or other Android smartphone, some keyboard shortcuts may seem counterintuitive. Don’t worry: After reading this article, you’ll be able to take screenshots with one hand, without unnecessary movements — even in games or apps with non-standard navigation.

To start, check the MIUI version on your device: go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. This depends on the availability of certain features (for example, gestures for screenshots appeared only in MIUI 12.5+).

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most reliable and versatile method is the simultaneous pressing of physical buttons, which works on all versions of MIUI and does not depend on the gesture settings.

To take a screenshot:

1. Open the desired screen (web page, message, game moment).
2. Press the power button (right) and the volume down button (left) for 1-2 seconds.
3. Wait for the characteristic shutter sound (if the sound is on) and visual animation.

The image will be saved in the gallery in the Screenshots folder. If nothing happened, check:

• 🔋 Is the battery not discharged (at a level below 5%, some functions are turned off).
• 🎮 Does the screenshots of the running game (eg, Genshin Impact) block? PUBG Mobile may require additional permissions).
• 🔧 Are hardware buttons disabled in settings (Settings) → Special facilities → Physical buttons).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 11T Pro with sensitive trigger buttons (e.g. in games) accidentally tapping can result in a screenshot.To avoid this, disable the feature in Settings → Additionally. → Buttons and gestures → Preventing Accidental Photography.

2. Screenshot gestures: how to take a picture with one hand

MIUI offers three types of gestures to create screenshots. You can configure or disable them in the Settings menu → Additional → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot.

Methods of activation:

• 👆 Three-finger swipe down: swipe three fingers from the top edge of the screen to the center, even on a locked screen (if enabled in the settings).
• 🖐️ Touch the back: double tap the fingerprint sensor (on the back) and the feature is only available on models with the sensor under the screen (e.g., on the back, 11T Pro).
• ✌️ Scissors gesture: press the screen with two fingers and spread them apart (as if you cut them with scissors) and this method is convenient for fixing dialog windows.

If the gestures don't work:

1. Make sure the function is enabled in the settings.
2. Check if the gesture conflicts with other actions (such as a gesture to call Google Assistant).
3. Restart your phone – sometimes touch gestures get confused after prolonged use.

Xiaomi. 11T s MIUI 13+ The function "Smart screenshot" appeared: if you hold its thumbnail after creating the picture, the system automatically recognizes the text, QR-phone numbers or codes in the image.

3. Scrolling Screenshot: How to Capture a Long Page

A standard image captures only the visible part of the screen. But what if you want to save the entire chat in Telegram or a long web page? MIUI has a built-in scrolling screenshot feature.

How it works:

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons or gestures).
2. Immediately after the appearance of the thumbnail in the lower right corner, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the “Scroll” icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait for the system to automatically scroll through the page and connect the parts into a single image.

Limitations of function:

⚠️ Note: Scrolling screenshot saves the content as a single long image that can weigh up to 10-15 MB. If you plan to mail it, pre-compress the file through the Gallery → Edit → Squeeze.

4.Voice Assistant and Google Assistant

If you have busy hands or touch gestures, you can take a screenshot with a voice command, which is suitable for both the built-in Xiao AI (Chinese version) and Google Assistant.

Method 1: Xiao AI (for Chinese firmware)

Activate the assistant with a long press on the home button (or say "Hey, Xiao AI"), then say:

(screenshot)

On global firmware, this function may not be available.

Method 2: Google Assistant (works on all versions)

1. Activate the assistant by voice (OK, Google) or by holding the home button.
2. Say, "Take a screenshot" or "Take a screenshot."
3. Confirm the action on the screen (if necessary).

Advantages of the method:

• 🎤 It works on any screen, even in games (unless you lock it).
• 🌐 Supports several languages (including Russian and English).
• 🔄 You can create a series of screenshots with one team: Take 3 screenshots in a row".

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If Google Assistant doesn't recognize the command, check the default language in its settings, sometimes switching to English (USA) and back again helps.

5 Screenshots in games and secure applications

Some apps (banking, secret chat messaging, games) block screenshots for security reasons, such as SberBank Online or WhatsApp (Secret Chat mode) and you will see a notice saying “Screenshots are forbidden.”

How to get around the restrictions:

• 📱 Second phone: Take a picture of the screen with another device (quality will be worse).
• 🖥️ Screen Mirror: Connect to PC via Mi PC Suite or adb and take a picture from your computer.
• 🎥 Screen recording: Enable recording (Notification Panel) → Screen recording, then extract the frame from the video.

For games (such as Call of Duty Mobile or Honor of Kings) there are special solutions:

1. Use DND (Settings → Special Features → Do Not Disturb) mode for games, which temporarily disables screenshot blocking.
2. Install the Tencent Game Buddy platform, where screenshot restrictions are milder.

⚠️ Note: Taking screenshots in banking applications may violate security rules, such as Tinkoff and VTB, when screenshots are detected, may block a session.

6.Alternative methods: ADB, third-party applications and the cloud

If standard methods don’t work (for example, the power button is broken), you can use advanced tools.

Method 1: Through ADB (for power users)

Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command:

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screenshot.png

The file will be saved in the root folder of the device. For automatic transfer to the PC, add:

adb pull /sdcard/screenshot.png C:\Users\YourName\Desktop

Method 2: Third-party applications

Popular utilities for screenshots:

• 📸 Screenshot Easy – Supports timer and editing.
• 🖼️ Super Screenshot – allows you to take scroll shots in apps where it is forbidden.
• 🔍 Screen Master – Adds features like text recognition and cloud backup.

Method 3: Xiaomi Cloud

If sync with Xiaomi Cloud is enabled, all screenshots are automatically uploaded to the cloud to be accessed from another device:

1. Go to i.mi.com.
2. Sign in with the same Mi Account.
3. Open the section "Gallery → Screenshots".

7. Editing and managing screenshots

After creating a screenshot, MIUI offers instant editing.The miniature appears in the lower right corner - tap it to:

• ✏️ Cut the edges or change the proportions.
• 🖌️ Add text/drawing (brushes, markers, stickers available).
• 🔍 Recognize the text (OCR) — works for 10+ language.
• 📤 Share directly to messengers or the cloud.

Where the screenshots are stored:

• 📁 Main folder: Internal memory → Pictures → Screenshots.
• 🖥️ On PC: when connecting to USB Select the "File Transfer" mode".
• ☁️ In the cloud: Xiaomi Cloud → gallery → Album "Screenshots".

If screenshots are not saved:

Screenshots folder not manually deleted

Enough free space on the device

No errors in the file system (check through Settings → Memory → Check)

The gallery settings include the display of hidden files-->

8. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even on reliable devices like the Xiaomi 11T, you can have problems with screenshots.

If none of the methods worked, reset the gesture settings:

1. Go to Settings → System and device → Resetting.
2. Select Reset gesture settings (does not affect personal data).
3. Reset the device.

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Before resetting your settings, back up your gestures to Settings → Additional → Buttons and gestures → Backup.

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