How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 5: all ways with photos and videos

Xiaomi Redmi 5 is still popular due to its balanced performance and robust build. However, many users have difficulty trying to take a screenshot of the screen — especially if you have used devices from other brands. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to take screenshots on Redmi 5, including standard keyboards, gestures and third-party applications.

It is important to understand that the process may vary depending on the version of MIUI (firmware from Xiaomi), for example, in the old versions there is no gesture support, and in the new ones there are additional screenshot editing functions, we will take into account all the nuances and provide current instructions for any firmware.

If you've never taken a screenshot on Android before or switched from your iPhone, don't worry, it takes just a few seconds to do it. The key is to remember the right button combination or adjust a handy gesture. And for those who like automation, we've compiled a review of the best apps for advanced screenshot management.

Method 1: Standard button combination (Power + Volume Down)

This is the most versatile and reliable method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 5. It is independent of the MIUI version and guaranteed to work even on custom firmware.

1. Open on the screen what you want to capture (message, page in the browser, game, etc.).
2. Press two buttons at the same time: 🔋 Power button (right) 🔊 Volume reduction button (left)

1-2 seconds

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

• 🔄 Press the buttons at the same time (not consistently).
• 🧹 Make sure the buttons are not contaminated and are pressed normally.
• 🔋 Check if the battery is discharged (at a charge level below 5%, some functions may be blocked).

Where to look for a saved screenshot? By default, all screenshots are saved to the DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots folder. They can also be found in the gallery on a separate Screenshots album.

⚠️ Note: If the screen is turned off or rebooted after pressing the buttons, you have held them for too long (more than 3 seconds), in which case the smartphone perceives this as a command to force the reboot.

Method 2: Screenshot by gesture (only for MIUI 9 and later)

Starting with MIUI 9, Xiaomi has added the ability to take screenshots with a three-finger gesture, which is handy when it is difficult to reach the power and volume buttons with one hand, to activate this feature:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the item "Screenshot by gesture" and turn on the switch.
3. Choose one of the options: 👆 Swipe three fingers down the screen (the most popular option). 👇 Swipe three fingers up (less convenient because of the notification panel).

Once set up, just swipe three fingers across the screen in the selected direction and the screenshot will be taken automatically, which works even in games and applications with button locks (for example, in PUBG Mobile or Free Fire).

Advantages of the gesture method:

• ⚡ Faster than a button combination (no need to look for blind keys).
• 🎮 Works in games without pauses.
• 👌 You can use one hand (if the screen is not too large).

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 It doesn't work on older versions. MIUI (till 9th).
• 🤏 It can be triggered by accident when scrolling pages.

Method 3: Notification panel (for MIUI 10 and later)

MIUI 10+ has the ability to take screenshots directly from the notification bar, which is convenient if you need to capture something quickly without remembering the combinations.

1. Swipe your finger down from the top of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the screenshot icon (usually a scissor or screen thumbnail).
3. Slip it on it and the picture will be taken instantly.

If the icon isn't in the main panel, it might be hidden.

1. Open the notification panel and tap the icon ⚙️ ("Edit").
2. Find the "Screenshot" list and drag it to the active area.
3. Save the changes.

On the Redmi 5 with MIUI 10+, this method works more stable than gestures, as it does not depend on the sensitivity of the sensor.

Method 4: Voice Command (Google Assistant)

If you're too lazy to push buttons or make gestures, you can use a voice assistant, which works on any Android smartphone, including the Redmi 5, but requires an Internet connection.

1. Activate Google Assistant by saying “OK Google” or holding the Home button.
2. Say the command, “Take a screenshot” or “Make a screenshot” (in English sometimes works better).
3. Wait for confirmation - the assistant will inform you that the screenshot is saved.

Limitations of the method:

• 🌐 Requires an Internet connection (to process voice commands).
• 🔇 Does not work in Do Not Disturb mode or if the microphone is turned off.
• 🕒 It can be slower than manual methods (depending on the speed of the Internet).

This is a good way for people who use voice commands for other tasks (like calling or searching for information), but it is not the most convenient way to use regular screenshots.

Editing and managing screenshots

Once you've created a screenshot on Redmi 5, you can edit or share it right away.

If standard editing tools are not enough, you can install third-party applications, for example:

• 🎨 Snapseed – Professional editing (trimming, color correction, filters).
• 🖌️ PhotoRoom – Removing background and creating collages.
• 📝 Markup – Adding arrows, text and blurring sensitive data.

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To make screenshots take up less space, save them to.webp instead of.png. Use the Screenshot Easy app with compression settings to do this.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Sometimes Redmi 5 users have difficulty taking screenshots, and we'll look at some of the most common situations and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Screenshots are not saved

• 📁 Check the space in the memory (at least 50 MB is required).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone – it will reset temporary system errors.
• 🛠️ Update. MIUI Up to the latest version (in old firmware there are bugs with preservation).

Problem 2: The button combination is not working

• 🔧 Check if the hardware buttons are disabled in the settings (Settings) → Buttons and gestures).
• 🔋 Make sure the buttons don't stick (clean them with alcohol or compressed air).
• 📱 Try another method (such as a gesture or notification bar).

Problem 3: Screenshots are made in black

• 🎮 This is normal for secure applications (banks, encrypted messengers).
• 🔒 Some games (such as Genshin Impact) block screenshots according to the developer’s rules.
• 📺 To record the screen in such cases, use video recording (in MIUI It's built-in).

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI stop working all ways to create screenshots, reset settings through Settings → The phone. → Reset. It'll bring back the standard settings without losing data.

Annex side for extended screenshots

If the built-in features of Redmi 5 are not enough, you can install specialized applications.

• 📜 Scrolling Screenshots (Capture of Long Pages).
• 🎥 Screen recording with sound.
• 🔍 Text recognition (OCR) straight from the screenshot.
• ☁️ Automatic upload to the cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox).

Top.-3 supplant 5:

1. Screenshot Easy – supports gestures, timer and editing.
2. LongShot – specializes in scrolling screenshots.
3. Screen Master – has a built-in editor with a meme-jetor.

Check reviews and rankings on Google Play before installing – some apps may contain ads or require unnecessary permissions.

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The app side is useful if you need features that are missing from MIUI (like video capture or text recognition), but they can consume additional battery and memory.

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