Xiaomi Redmi 9C is one of the most popular budget smartphones, but even its owners do not always know all the features of the device. Screenshots are needed daily to save important information, share successes in the game or fix an error in the application. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to create screenshots on the Redmi 9C, including little-known MIUI chips that will simplify the work with the screens.
The feature of the model is that there is no physical Menu button, which sometimes confuses new users, but the manufacturer has provided several alternative methods, including three-finger gestures and voice commands. MIUI 14 (Android 11) and they've identified the pros and cons of each, and if you have a different version of the shell, don't worry: most features work the same on all versions of Redmi. 9C (including NFC-version).
1. Classic method: power and volume buttons
The most versatile method that works on all Android smartphones, including the Xiaomi Redmi 9C. Suitable for emergency situations when you need to quickly lock the screen without unlocking the phone.
Instructions:
- 📱 Open the screen you want to save (for example, WhatsApp or Excel spreadsheet).
- 🔘 Simultaneously press the power button (right) and the volume button (top left).
- 🎵 Hold them down. 1-1.5 seconds – until the characteristic sound of the camera shutter and the screen blink.
- 📁 Screenshot is automatically saved to the gallery in the Screenshots folder.
⚠️ Attention: If you press the buttons longer than 2 seconds, a Google Assistant call or reboot (depending on the settings) will work. 9C with non-original firmware, you may need to configure the button combination in the menu → Buttons.
☑️ Checking before screenshot
2. Three finger gesture is the fastest way
A MIUI feature that saves time: no need to search for buttons or unlock the phone. It's on by default on the Redmi 9C, but if it doesn't work, it's easy to activate.
How to make a screenshot with a gesture:
- Place three fingers on the screen (for example, index, middle and ring finger).
- Swipe them down the screen in one quick move (as if you were swiping down).
- Screenshot ready! There's a thumbnail with edit buttons at the top of the screen.
If the gesture doesn't work:
- 🔧 Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Gestures and movements → Screenshot with three fingers.
- 🔄 Make sure the switch is active (should be blue).
- 📱 Try to make a gesture slower or faster – the system will be calibrated to your pace.
3. Screenshot via notification panel (for lazy)
The method is for those who don't like to remember button combinations or gestures. MIUI has a special button in the notification curtain, but it's hidden by default.
How to add a screenshot button:
- Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
- Click on the icon. ⚙️ («Edit or hold any icon for 2 seconds.
- In the “Other Settings” list, find the “Screenshot” (the icon with scissors) and drag it to the active area.
- Click "Ready" - now the button is always at hand.
⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI for Redmi 9C The screenshot button may not be on the list, in which case update the firmware or use alternative methods.
| Method | Speed. | Convenience | It works on a locked screen. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power buttons + volumes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ❌ No. |
| Three-finger gesture | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ❌ No. |
| Notification panel | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ❌ No. |
| Voice command | ⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ✅ Yes. |
4.Voice assistant: screenshot without hands
If your hands are busy or you want to feel like a hero of a futuristic movie, use voice control. On Redmi 9C, this works through Google Assistant or Alice (if installed).
Instructions for Google Assistant:
- Activate the assistant with your voice (OK, Google) or hold the Home button.
- Say “take a screenshot” or “screenshot”.
- Confirm the action (if required).
⚠️ Attention: Voice screenshots do not work in banking apps, cheat games and some instant messengers (such as Telegram Secret Chat.
Why is the voice screenshot not working?
5. Screenshot of the page being scrolled (long screen)
A standard screenshot captures only the visible part of the screen, but what if you want to save an entire web page, correspondence in Viber or a long list in Excel? MIUI has a Scrolling Screenshot feature, but it doesn't work in all applications.
How to take a long screenshot:
- Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
- Immediately after the miniature appears in the upper corner, click on it.
- In the editor that opens, tap the “Scroll” icon (two arrows down).
- Wait until the system automatically scrolls through the page and connects the parts into a single file.
- Save the result with the Ready button.
Applications where the scrolling screenshot does not work:
- 🎮 Games (e.g., games, PUBG Mobile, Free Fire).
- 🏦 Banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff).
- 📺 Some video players (YouTube, IVI).
- 🔒 Applications with screenshot protection (for example, 1Password).
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If the screenshot you're scrolling gets cut off, try scrolling the page manually to the end before you create the image, and the system records the current length of the content.
6 Where screenshots are stored and how to edit them
By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi 9C are saved in the folder:
/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/But it's easier to find them.
- 🖼️ Open the Gallery appendix» → album».
- 📂 Through any file manager (e.g. Mi File Manager) on the way up.
- 🔍 Through a search in the gallery for the keyword “screenshot».
Immediately after creating the screenshot, a thumbnail with buttons appears in the upper corner of the screen:
- ✏️ Edit – cropping, drawing, adding text.
- 📤 Share - quick sending to messengers.
- 🗑️ Delete – if you don’t need a screenshot.
- 📋 Scrolling (if available) – for long screenshots.
⚠️ Note: If the thumbnail does not appear, check the settings in Settings → Notifications → Floating notifications. Disabling this setting will hide all pop-ups, including screenshot previews.
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The screenshot editor in MIUI allows you to add a mosaic to sensitive data, but does not save the history of changes. Always duplicate the original before editing!
7. Screenshot Problems on Redmi 9C and Their Solutions
Even on stock firmware, Redmi 9C users sometimes encounter bugs when taking screenshots, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Screenshots are not saved | Lack of memory or access rights error | Clear the cache of the gallery or give permission to write files |
| Black screen on the screenshot | The application blocks pictures (banks, games) | Use a second phone or specialized apps |
| The three-finger gesture doesn't work. | Function disabled in settings | Include in Settings → Special. features → Gestures |
| No shutter sound. | System sound or silent mode is turned off | Check the volume in Settings → Sound |
If the screenshots are kept in low resolution:
- Check the screen settings: go to Settings → Display → Resolution and select HD+ (1600×720).
- Turn off the power saving mode: it can reduce the quality of the images.
- Update the firmware: Older versions of MIUI had a bug with screenshot compression.
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To create screenshots in maximum quality, use Game Turbo mode, which disables CPU optimization, which has a positive effect on the clarity of the images.