How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9: all the ways from classics to secret MIUI chips

Xiaomi Redmi 9 remains one of the most popular budget smartphones even years after its release — and not surprisingly: reliable hardware, up-to-date MIUI firmware and a lot of hidden features. But many users still do not know how to quickly take a screenshot on this device, especially if the standard button combinations do not work due to wear of mechanical keys or firmware features.

In this article, we will not just list all the possible ways to create screenshots (their entirety). 5!), But we'll also uncover unique chips. MIUI 12/13/14, You can take delayed screenshots, edit them immediately after you create them, or even save them to the cloud automatically, and you can also learn why screenshots sometimes don't save -- and how to fix them. 30 seconds.

Method 1: Classic button combination (always working)

The most reliable and versatile method is the use of physical buttons, which works on any version of MIUI, even if the smartphone is getting stuck or not responding to the sensor.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (for example, WhatsApp correspondence or a page in your browser).
2. Press the Power button (right) and the Volume Down button (left) at the same time.
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the characteristic shutter sound and see the screenshot animation.

⚠️ Note: If you have a magnetic lock case installed (e.g. Xiaomi Smart Cover), the power button may be blocked. In this case, try pressing a little harder or removing the case.

Where to look for a screenshot taken? By default, all screenshots are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots folder or in the gallery in the Screenshots album. If there is no folder, check the storage settings (for more details in the Problems section).

Method 2: Three finger gesture (fastest)

The MIUI feature is the ability to take screenshots in one motion across the screen, which is 3 times faster than a combination of buttons, but requires pre-configuration:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special. features → Gestures.
2. Activate the screenshot switch with three fingers.
3. Test: swipe down the screen with three fingers at the same time (no pauses!).

🔹 Pros of the method:

• 👆 It works with one hand (if you hold your fingers with one hand).
• 🎯 Accuracy higher - no need to aim at buttons.
• 🔄 You can take a series of screenshots in a row (for example, for a long web page).

⚠️ Warning: If the gesture doesn't work, check if it conflicts with other features (e.g. Swipe for return in navigation settings.

Method 3: Voice command (for those who like to control voice)

If you have Google Assistant or Alice on, you can take screenshots with your voice, which is convenient when your hands are busy.

1. Activate voice assistant: For Google Assistant: say "OK, Google" or press the Home button (if any). For Alice, say "Alice" or click on the microphone icon in the Yandex search bar.

• 🗣️ «Take a screenshot (for Google).
• 🗣️ «Take a picture of the screen (for Alice).

📌 Important: Voice commands only work if:

• 🔊 Microphone not silenced (check permissions for assistant in Settings) → Annexes).
• 🌐 Internet access (assistants handle commands in the cloud).
• 📱 The screen is unlocked (on the locked screen, voice commands are disabled by default).

Method 4: Quick settings panel (if buttons don't work)

If the physical buttons on your Redmi 9 are worn out or unresponsive, you can take a screenshot through the notification curtain, a technique that is particularly useful for devices with a damaged power socket or volume button.

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Swipe down again to open the full panel.
3. Find the Screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a serif rectangle) and if it's not there, tap the Edit icon and add it to the active buttons.
4. Click on the icon – the screenshot will be taken instantly.

🔧 If the icon isn't in the curtain:

1. Go to Settings → Notification Panel and Status bar → Order of buttons.
2. Find the screenshot in the list and drag it to the top (in the Active Buttons section).

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Add the screenshot icon to the quick settings bar (first swipe) to make access even faster. To do this, drag it into the first 6 positions in the button editor.

Method 5: Delayed screenshot (for menus and pop-ups)

Sometimes you need to capture a menu that disappears when you click on the buttons (for example, the context menu in the browser or a pop-up in the game). MIUI There is a screenshot with a delay:

1. Open the screen.
2. Use any of the above methods (buttons, gesture, or panel), but hold your finger on the screen after activation.
3. A menu with options will appear, select Delay (timer icon).
4. Select the delay time: 3 seconds or 10 seconds.
5. Prepare the screen (for example, call the menu) – the screenshot will be taken automatically after the time has elapsed.

📊 When the delay comes in handy:

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The delay feature is only available in MIUI 12 and later. If it is not available, update the firmware through Settings → About Phone → System Update.

Redmi 9 screenshot problems: why they don’t persist and how to fix them

Even after a successful screenshot is taken, it may not appear in the gallery.

• 📁 Screenshots folder removed: Create it manually in DCIM via file manager.
• 🚫 No rights: Go to Settings → Annexes → Permits → Warehouse and check the rights for the Screenshots app.
• 🗑️ Lack of memory: Clear the cache in Settings → Warehouse → Clean up.
• 🔄 Optimizer Conflict: Turn off Background Cleanup in Settings → Battery.

🛠️ Emergency solution: If screenshots are missing after the update MIUI, Reset the settings of the Gallery app:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Gallery.
2. Press Warehouse. → Clear the data.
3. Reboot your smartphone.

⚠️ Warning: After cleaning the data, the gallery may reset albums and tags. Pre-backup important photos via Mi Cloud or Google Photos.

Secret MIUI chips for working with screenshots

Few people know, but MIUI has hidden features for working with screenshots that save time:

• 🔗 Share immediately: After creating a screenshot, tap on the thumbnail in the corner and select Share - a menu with messengers will open without saving to the gallery.
• 📂 Autosave to the cloud: Enable in Settings → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Synchronization → Screenshots.
• 🖼️ Long screenshot: In some apps (e.g. Chrome), a Scroll button will appear after a regular screen – tap it to capture the entire page.
• 🔍 Search by text: In the gallery, open a screenshot and click Text — MIUI It recognizes the text and allows you to copy it.

💡 Bonus: If you often take screenshots of web pages, install the Xiaomi Mint Browser browser - it has a built-in function of saving pages in the browser. PDF single-stack.

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To speed up access to screenshots, add the Quick Tools widget to the home screen. To do this, pinch the blank space on the screen → Widgets → find Tools and drag it.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi 9