How to take a long screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9: all working ways

Screenshots of entire pages are an indispensable feature for saving long dialogues in messengers, lists of products in online stores or articles in the browser. On Xiaomi Redmi 9, this option is not obvious: depending on the version of MIUI and firmware, the algorithm may differ. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for creating scrolling screenshots, including hidden chips and circumventing system restrictions.

Redmi 9 (codenamed lancelot) only supports certain applications (browser, messengers, social networks), for example, WhatsApp or Telegram, a long screenshot is easier to do than Google Chrome. We tested all methods on MIUI 12.5, 13 and 14 — the results are summarized in the table below.

If standard methods don't work, don't rush to install third-party utilities. Often the problem lies in disabled system permissions or an outdated version of the application. At the end of the article, there's an FAQ with answers to typical errors, from the gray screen to the clipping of the screenshot.

1. Standard method through screenshot menu

The most reliable method, which works on all versions of MIUI for Redmi 9, is suitable for most applications, except for some games and banking programs (the feature is blocked there for security reasons).

Algorithm:

1. Open the desired application (such as Chrome or VKontakte) and scroll through the page to the end.
2. Take a regular screenshot: 👉 At the same time, press the volume down. + Meals for food 1-2 seconds. 👉 Or use a gesture: swipe three fingers across the screen from top to bottom (you need to enable Settings). → Additionally. → Gestures → Screenshot).

After the thumbnail appears, the screenshot in the lower right corner tap on it.

Scrolling

Ready.

⚠️ Note: If the Scroll button is inactive (grey), the application does not support the function.

Scroll through the page to the end in advance

Close pop-up windows and banners

Check the space available (need ≥100 MB)

Turn off the power saving mode-->

2.Gestural for Scrolling Screenshot (MIUI 13/14)

Newer versions of the firmware have a hidden gesture that allows you to take a long screenshot without opening the editor, which does not work on all applications, but significantly speeds up the process.

Instructions:

1. Open the app and scroll through the content to the end.
2. Take a regular screenshot (by any means).
3. Without letting go of the thumbnail in the lower right corner, swipe down the screen.
4. The system will automatically start scrolling. Release your finger when you grab the desired fragment.

🔹 Note: The gesture only works when the screen is vertically oriented. If you turn autorotate, lock the screen in portrait mode.

MIUI 12.5

MIUI 13

MIUI 14

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3. Use of Google Assistant (for web pages)

If you need to save a long web page and the standard method doesn’t work, use Google Assistant, which bypasses the limitations of MIUI and works even in banking applications (if it allows access to an assistant).

Step-by-step:

1. Open a page in Google Chrome.
2. Activate Google Assistant: 🗣️ Say, OK, Google". 👉 Or hold the home button (if configured).

"Take a screenshot and share."

Scrolling

Edit the boundaries and save the result.

⚠️ Note: This method is required:

• 📱 Google Assistant installed (default is on Redmi 9).
• 🌐 Internet connection (assistant sends data to Google servers).
• 🔓 Screen access permission (Settings) → Annexes → Google → Permits → Display over other windows).

4. Third-party applications for advanced users

If system methods are not satisfactory (for example, due to cropping a screenshot or poor quality), install specialized utilities. We tested 5 popular applications - the results in the table:

🔹 Recommendation: Redmi 9 is best suited for ScreenMaster or LongShot. MIUI 12.5+ They do not conflict with system processes.

📌 How to install:

1. Download APK from the official website (for example, APKPure).
2. Allow installation from unknown sources: Settings → Applications → Special Rights → Installation of unknown applications.
3. Launch the utility and follow the hints on the screen.

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Before installing third-party apps, check user reviews with Redmi 9 – some utilities may cause lags due to optimization for other Xiaomi models.

5. Solving problems with long screenshots

If the screenshot is cropped, not scrolled, or kept blank, use these tips:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone. Sometimes system processes. MIUI blocking function due to lack of RAM.
• 📱 Update the app. For example, older versions of Telegram didn't support long screenshots.
• 🗃️ Clear the cache. Go to Settings. → Annexes → [Title of the programme] → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🔧 Reset your gesture settings. Sometimes custom combinations conflict with screenshots: Settings → Additionally. → Gestures → Drop it.

Critical error: If the screenshot is saved as a black screen after scrolling, it means that the application has blocked access to its content (typical for banking programs and some games).

Alternative methods: ADB and PC

For advanced users who need screenshots of restricted screens (for example, from banking applications), the method through the Internet is suitable. ADB (Android Debug Bridge, you'll need a computer and USB-cable.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on Redmi 9: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (shap 7 times)
2. Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png Note: This command takes a static screenshot. Scrolling requires a script (see below).
4. To automatically scroll, use a Python script with a uiautomator library (example of code on GitHub).

⚠️ Attention: Method C ADB It requires command line skills, wrong commands can cause phone malfunctions, and we recommend testing it for unnecessary data first.

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ADB-The method is the only way to take a long screenshot in blocked applications (e.g., banking programs), but requires technical knowledge.

FAQ: Frequent questions