How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T: all ways + error solving

Taking screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most popular features, but not all Redmi Note 8T users are aware of all the available methods. This model, released in 2019, runs on the basis of MIUI (version 12-14) and supports both standard button combinations and unique gestures from the manufacturer. Unlike Xiaomi flagship devices, where functionality can be duplicated, some methods here depend on the firmware version and settings.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods for creating screenshots, including hidden MIUI chips, and also solve typical problems: why the screenshot is not saved, how to change the file format or turn off the sound of the trigger.

If you've just moved from an iPhone or other Android smartphone, some combinations may seem unusual. For example, there's no physical home button on the Redmi Note 8T, which affects alternative ways of taking screenshots. But don't worry: even if you don't have the standard combination, there are always backup options.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

This is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 8T. It does not depend on the version of MIUI and does not require additional settings.

To take a screenshot:

1. Open the desired screen (for example, a page in the browser or correspondence in the messenger).
2. Simultaneously press the power button (right) and the volume button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Warning: If you press the buttons too long (more than 3 seconds), a forced reboot or a Fastboot call will work.

Where to look for a ready screenshot? By default, files are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or through the gallery: open the Gallery app → Screenshots album.

Camera shutter sounded | Saving animation appears at the top of the screen | File appears in Screenshots folder | No error messages-->

2. Three-finger gesture (hidden MIUI function)

This is a way that users love for speed, but often turns off accidentally. On the Redmi Note 8T, it only works if activated in the settings.

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot with three fingers and activate the switch.
3. (Optional) Enable the screenshot Preview option to edit the picture immediately.

How to use:

Swipe three fingers (usually index, middle and ring fingers) simultaneously from top to bottom across the screen. The movement should be smooth but fast - as if you were swiping the screen down.

🔹 Frequent errors:

• 👉 The gesture does not work if the fingers are too far apart (maximum distance is 3 cm).
• 👉 Does not work in games or applications with blocked gestures (for example, PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact).
• 👉 On screens with an overly sensitive sensor, a random swipe can work (solved by calibration in Settings). → Display).

3. Screenshot through the Quick Settings panel

If the physical buttons on your Redmi Note 8T are worn out or not working, this method will be a salvation. It does not require remembering combinations - only one tap.

Instructions:

1. Deploy the notification panel (swipe from top to bottom).
2. Find a screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a screen thumbnail) if it's not there, tap on Edit (the pencil in the upper right corner) and add it to the active tiles.
3. Click on the icon – the screenshot will be taken instantly.

🔹 Advantages of the method:

• ✅ It works even with faulty buttons.
• ✅ You can take a screenshot with one hand (comfortable for large screens).
• ✅ There is no risk of accidentally restarting your phone (unlike a button combination).

⚠️ Note: In some versions MIUI 14 screenshot icon may not be available by default. If you didn't find it in the list of available tiles, update your firmware or use alternative methods.

4. Google Voice Assistant (for users with disabilities)

This method is suitable for those who can not use gestures or buttons, as well as those who prefer voice control. Redmi Note 8T supports Google Assistant, who can take screenshots on command.

How to set up:

1. Activate Google Assistant: Press the Home button (if any) or say “OK, Google.”
2. Say the command: "Take a screenshot" or "Screenshot".
3. Confirm the action (if required).

🔹 Limitations:

• 🗣️ It only works when connected to the Internet (cloud processing of the team is required).
• 🗣️ In some regions, the voice assistant may not recognize the command in Russian (try the English phrase "Take a screenshot").
• 🗣️ Does not work in applications with lock screen recording (bank programs, some games).

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If Google Assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try reinstalling the Google app through the Play Market or clearing its cache in the settings.

5. Third-party applications for extended screenshots

If the built-in features of Redmi Note 8T don’t suit you (for example, you need screenshots of scrolling pages or editing immediately after creation), pay attention to third-party utilities. We tested the 3 best applications for MIUI:

⚠️ Note: When installing third-party apps for screenshots MIUI 13/14 This is because utilities request permission to record screens or access notifications. Install programs only from the official Play Market and check reviews.

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Third-party apps are useful for creating screenshots of scrolling pages (like WhatsApp dialogs or long articles), but they can conflict with built-in MIUI features.

Problem Solving: Screenshot is not saved or working

Even on a serviceable Redmi Note. 8T Sometimes there's a failure in the screenshots.-5 errors and ways of eliminating them:

🔧 Problem 1: Screenshot taken but not saved in gallery.

• 📁 Check the folder. Pictures/Screenshots File Manager (for example, Mi File Explorer).
• 🔄 Restart your phone - sometimes MIUI Does not automatically update the gallery.
• 🛠️ Clear the cache of the Gallery app in the settings.

🔧 Problem 2: The button combination doesn’t work.

• 🔋 Check if the Volume Up button is clamped (sometimes it blocks the trigger).
• 🔧 Enable the function manually: Settings → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot by buttons.
• 📱 If the phone is in a case, try to remove it - some accessories block the sensors.

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

• ⚙️ Make sure the function is included in the settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
• 🧹 Clean the screen of grease and dust – the sensor may not recognize touch.
• 🔄 Recalibrate the sensor (see spoiler above).

🔧 Problem 4: Screenshots are kept in poor quality.

• 📸 Check the screen resolution: Settings → Display. → Permission (should be) FHD+).
• 🖼️ In some apps (for example, Instagram), screenshots are saved in a compressed form – this is a limitation of the platform.

🔧 Problem 5: When you create a screenshot, the phone vibrates, but the file does not appear.

• 📲 Check the available space on the device (needs a minimum of 100 MB).
• 🛠️ Update the firmware: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔄 Reset the Gallery app settings to factory.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions