How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro: all the ways from standard to hidden

Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro is one of the most popular smartphones in the budget segment, but even its owners do not always know all the ways to create screenshots. In this article, we will analyze not only the standard combinations of buttons, but also hidden features of MIUI that will simplify the process. For example, did you know that Redmi 9 Pro can take screenshots with a three-finger gesture or even a voice command?

This material will be useful for both beginners and experienced users, and we will go through each method with step-by-step instructions, including a little-known method through the notification menu that works even with a broken screen, and you will find answers to common questions: where screenshots are saved, how to change the file format, and why screenshots sometimes don't work, starting with the simplest, the classic button combination.

1. Standard method: combination of power and volume buttons

This is the most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 9 Pro. It requires no additional settings and works even in safe mode.

1. Open on the screen what you want to capture (message, page in the browser, map, etc.).
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

If the screenshot didn’t work the first time, try:

• 🔄 Press the buttons at the same time, not alternately.
• 🧹 Clear memory – if there is a lack of space, screenshots may not be saved.
• 🔋 Check battery power – at a level below 5%, some functions are turned off.

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If you have a magnetic lock case, remove it before you take a screenshot – sometimes the magnet will block the sensors and the button combination will not work.

Where to look for a screenshot? By default, all screenshots are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots folder or in the gallery in the Screenshots album. In MIUI 12+, after you take a screenshot, a thumbnail appears in the lower right corner - click on it to immediately edit or share the picture.

2 Screenshot with three-finger gesture (fastest way)

This method is only available on Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 10 and later, including the Redmi 9 Pro. It allows you to take a screenshot in one motion without taking your hands off the display. Especially convenient when one hand is busy or the power/volume buttons are difficult to access.

To activate the gesture:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Gestures.
2. Find the item "Screenshot with a three-finger swipe"
3. Choose the direction of the swipe (up or down - as convenient).

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Place three fingers on the screen (for example, index, middle and ring finger).
2. Then, quickly move them down (or up, depending on the setting).
3. The screenshot is saved, and the quick action panel will appear at the bottom of the screen.

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Advantages of this method:

• ⚡ Instantly create a screenshot without searching for buttons.
• 🎯 Works in any application, except for secure (banks, messengers with encryption).
• 🖐️ Convenient for users with thumbs or gloves.

3. Screenshot via notification panel (works even with a broken screen)

Few people know, but MIUI has a built-in button for screenshots right in the notification curtain, which is indispensable if:

• 🔧 Physical buttons (power or volume) do not work).
• 💥 The screen is broken, but the sensor is still responding.
• 🧩 You need to take a screenshot in the app where gestures are disabled (for example, in some games).

Instructions:

1. Open the screen you want (like a WhatsApp dialog or a page in Chrome).
2. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
3. Find a screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a zipper rectangle) if it's not there, click Edit (pencil) and add the button manually.
4. Slip the icon - the screenshot will be taken instantly.

Note that in some versions of MIUI, the screenshot button may be hidden behind the Quick Settings button (cog), and this method does not work on the lock screen and in some system menus (for example, in recovery mode).

4. Long screenshot (scrolling page)

If you want to save not only the visible part of the screen, but also the part that is hidden behind the scrolling (for example, a long chat or a web page), use the long screenshot feature. It is available in Redmi 9 Pro by default, but many users are not aware of it.

How to take a scrolling screenshot:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears at the bottom of the screen, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the “Scroll” button (it looks like two up and down arrows).
4. Wait for the system to automatically scroll through the page and connect the pieces into one long shot.
5. Save the result with the "Ready" button.

Limitations of function:

• 🚫 It doesn’t work in some apps (like Instagram or TikTok because of content protection).
• 📱 Maximum screenshot length: about 10 screens (depending on version) MIUI).
• ⚠️ Some sites with dynamic loading (for example, VKontakte) may remain empty areas.

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A long screenshot is saved as a separate file in the Pictures/Screenshots folder and can weigh 2-3 times as much as a normal shot.

If the “Scroll” function is inactive, check:

• 🔄 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version (in older builds, this option may not be available).
• 📥 Make sure the app supports scrolling screenshots (for example, in Telegram or Google Chrome it works stably).

5. Screenshot by voice command (for users with disabilities)

In Redmi 9 Pro, you can take screenshots using Google Assistant or built-in Xiao AI. This is convenient if your hands are busy or you have motor problems.

Method 1: Through Google Assistant

1. Activate the assistant with the “OK, Google” voice command or hold the Home button.
2. Say “take a screenshot” or “screenshot”.
3. Confirm the action (if required).

Method 2: Xiao AI (China/India only)

In global firmware Redmi 9 Pro this assistant is disabled, but if you have it installed:

1. Press the Home button or say, “Hey, Xiao AI.”
2. Say the command in Chinese: "(jiétú - "screenshot").

Important: voice commands don’t work in all applications (e.g., banking or high-security), and Google Assistant requires an internet connection and a microphone on.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try to pronounce it more clearly or go to the assistant settings and update the language model.

6. Alternative methods: ADB and third-party applications

If standard methods don’t work (for example, because of a button break or a system crash), you can take a screenshot through ADB (Android Debug Bridge) or special utilities. These are advanced methods that require computer skills.

Method 1: Through ADB

1. Install. ADB-PC drivers.
2. Turn on your smartphone Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to activate the developer mode).
3. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable “Debugging by USB”.
4. Connect Redmi 9 Pro to your PC and type in the command line: adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png
5. The screenshot will be saved in the root folder of the device under the name screen.png.

Method 2: Third-party applications

Google Play has utilities like Screenshot Easy or Super Screenshot that offer additional features:

• 🎨 Editing screenshots with addition of text and stickers.
• 📤 Automatic upload to the cloud.
• 🔍 Search for text in a screenshot (OCR).

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When using ADB or third-party apps, screenshots can be saved in.png format without compression, taking up more space than standard.jpg in MIUI.

Warnings:

⚠️ Attention: debugging by USB Opens access to system files. Do not connect your smartphone to unverified PCs to avoid data theft.

⚠️ Note: Some screenshot apps require root rights, which may compromise device warranty and security.

Comparison of all methods: which one to choose?

For most Redmi 9 Pro users, the best three-finger gesture is fast, button-free, and works 90% of the time. If the gesture is uncomfortable, use a button combination or notification bar. For long pages, only a standard screenshot with subsequent scrolling will work.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Problem 1: Screenshots are not saved.

• 📁 Check the space in the memory (at least 50 MB is required).
• 🔧 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes helps with system failures.
• 📱 Update. MIUI last-minute.

Problem 2: The screenshot is black.

This happens in secure applications (banks, Netflix, some messengers).

• 🔒 Use another phone to take pictures of the screen.
• 📸 Enable screen shooting mode in the application settings (if available).

Problem 3: The three-finger gesture doesn't work.

• 🔄 Switch the direction of the swipe in the settings.
• 🧹 Clear the system cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Clear the cache.
• 🛠️ Reset your gesture settings to standard.

Problem 4: The long screenshot is broken.

Try it:

• 📱 Close background applications (they may interfere with scrolling).
• 🔄 Try again in another browser (for example, in Firefox instead of Chrome).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions