How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: all ways + problem solving

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is one of the most popular smartphones of the brand, but even its owners sometimes face the question: โ€œHow to quickly take a screenshot of the screen?โ€ The methods depend on the version of MIUI, gesture settings and even the state of the buttons. In this article, we will analyze all working methods โ€“ from standard keyboards to hidden system functions, as well as solve typical problems (for example, when the screen is not saved or a black screen appears).

The Redmi Note 10 Pro features 5 different ways to take screenshots, more than many flagships, but not all of them are on by default. Weโ€™ll show you how to activate each one, and weโ€™ll show you which method is the fastest in a given situation (for example, for games or long web pages), and youโ€™ll also learn where screenshots are stored and how to edit them without third-party apps.

Method 1: Classic button combination (always working)

Itโ€™s a versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 10 Pro, regardless of the MIUI version or shell.

To take a screenshot:

  1. Open the screen you want (application, web page, settings, etc.).
  2. At the same time, press the power button (on/off) and the volume reduction button.
  3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the screenshot.

โš ๏ธ Note: If you press buttons longer than 3 seconds, the smartphone can start the procedure of forced reboot or call the recovery menu. on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, this happens less often than on older models, but it is better not to hold the keys too long.

Advantages of the method:

  • ๐Ÿ”„ It works in any state of the phone (even in Safe Mode).
  • ๐ŸŽฏ Accuracy: 100% activation the first time.
  • โšก Fast: It takes less than a second.

Disadvantages:

  • ๐Ÿคฒ It requires two hands (uncomfortable if you hold your phone with one hand).
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Shutter sound cannot be disconnected separately from system sounds.

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If you have a case with necklines under the buttons, try pressing a little harder - sometimes the sensors do not work due to a thick protective layer.

Method 2: Three finger gesture (most convenient for one hand)

This method is enabled by default on MIUI 12/13/14, but some users turn it off accidentally, and it is ideal for taking screenshots with one hand or when the power/volume buttons are faulty.

How to make a screen gesture:

  1. Check if the function is enabled: go to Settings โ†’ Additional โ†’ Special features โ†’ Gesture for a screenshot.
  2. If the option is disabled, activate it.
  3. Swipe three fingers from top to bottom across the screen (not necessarily vertically, a small angle is allowed).

โš ๏ธ Note: On the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the gesture may conflict with other features, such as a quick swipe for a split screen. If a screenshot is not created, check the gesture settings in Settings โ†’ Screen. โ†’ Gestures.

Comparison with the push-button method:

Criteria3 finger gesturePower buttons + volumes
Speed.โšก Very fast (0.5 seconds)โณ Fast (1 sec)
Convenience with one handโœ… Yes.โŒ No.
Work in gamesโŒ Frequently blockedโœ… Always working.
Setting upโš™๏ธ We can turn it off.๐Ÿ”’ Built into the system

On the Redmi Note 10 Pro, you can set the three-finger gesture to create a long screenshot (scrollable). To do this, after a standard swipe, tap the screen thumbnail in the lower right corner and select "Scroll".

1. Is the gesture enabled in the settings

2. Are there any conflicts with other gestures

3. Whether the screen is clean (dirty may interfere with the operation)

4. whether strong enough touch (some tapes require calibration)-->

Method 3: Voice Assistant (for MIUI 12 and later)

If you donโ€™t feel comfortable using buttons or gestures, you can take a voice screenshot, which works through Xiaomiโ€™s built-in Voice Assistant (not to be confused with Google Assistant!).

Instructions:

  1. Activate the assistant by saying, โ€œOK, Google,โ€ or holding the home button (if configured).
  2. Tell the command, โ€œTake a screenshotโ€ or โ€œScreenshot.โ€
  3. Confirm the action (if required).

โš ๏ธ Note: Voice commands may not work if:

  • ๐Ÿ”‡ The microphone for the assistant in the privacy settings is disabled.
  • ๐ŸŒ No Internet connection (some teams require cloud computing).
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Do not disturb or on the plane mode is enabledยป.

Advantages of the method:

  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Convenient if your hands are busy.
  • ๐ŸŽค It works even with the screen off (if configured).

Disadvantages:

  • ๐Ÿข Slower than gestures or buttons.
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Requires the microphone on (risks for privacy).

Power buttons + volume | Three finger gesture | Voice assistant | App side | I don't know how to do-->

Method 4: Quick settings panel (for MIUI 13/14)

Newer versions of MIUI have the option to add a screenshot button to the notification bar, which is convenient if you take screenshots often and donโ€™t want to remember gestures or keyboard shortcuts.

How to set up:

  1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
  2. Slap the icon ยซโš™๏ธยป (edit).
  3. Find the screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.
  4. Now, when you open the notification panel, you will see the screenshot button - tap it.

โš ๏ธ Attention: On the Redmi Note 10 Pro MIUI 12 This option may not be available. MIUI 13/14, If you want to use this method.

Advantages:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ No need to remember gestures or combinations.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Works in most applications (except for games with a notification panel lock).

Limitations:

  • ๐ŸŽฎ Does not work in full screen games (notification panel hidden).
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Requires pre-configuration.
How to return the notification panel in games?
In some games (such as PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact), the notification bar is blocked. To return it: 1. Go to the game settings (usually in the upper right corner). 2. Find the option to "Show notifications" or "Allow overlays." 3. Turn it on. If this option is not available, try swiping twice from the top edge (on some firmware this works).

Method 5: Third-party applications (for advanced functions)

If the built-in methods don't suit you, you can use apps from Google Play, which offer additional features, such as:

  • ๐Ÿ“œ Long screenshots (scrolling pages).
  • โœ๏ธ Editing immediately after creation.
  • โ˜๏ธ Automatic upload to the cloud.
  • ๐Ÿ” Text recognition (OCR).

Top.-3 apps for Redmi Note 10 Pro:

AnnexFeaturesCons
Screenshot EasyGestures, timer, editorAdvertising in the free version
Screen MasterLong screens, GIF-recordRequires access to notifications
Super ScreenshotOCR, cloud storagePlugins can slow down.

โš ๏ธ Note: When installing third-party apps for screenshots:

  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Check Permits โ€“ Some ask for access to notifications or special features, which may not be secure.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Nana MIUI Some applications may conflict with system gestures.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ After removing the application, return the standard screenshot settings to Settings โ†’ Annexes โ†’ By default.

On the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the Screen Master app may not work properly with the resolution of FHD+ (2400ร—1080). In this case, select Full HD compatibility mode in the application settings.

Where are screenshots stored and how to edit them

By default, all screenshots on the Redmi Note 10 Pro are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or (if you use a MIUI file manager):

Internal memory โ†’ Images โ†’ Screenshots

To quickly find a screenshot:

  1. Open the gallery.
  2. Go to the Screenshots album.
  3. Or use a search by date of creation.

For editing:

  • ๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ In the Gallery: tap the screenshot โ†’ ยซEditยป โ†’ Cut, add text or draw over top.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Google Photos: More tools (color correction, filters).
  • โœ๏ธ In applications like Snapseed or Lightroom: professional processing.

โš ๏ธ Note: If screenshots are not saved:

  • ๐Ÿ“ Check if the Screenshots folder has been manually removed.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Restart your phone โ€“ sometimes the system doesnโ€™t have time to create a folder at the first screen.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Update. MIUI โ€” In older versions, there was a bug with file saving.

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Screenshots on the Redmi Note 10 Pro are automatically optimized by the system: if disk space runs out, MIUI can compress them without loss of quality (but this reduces the file size by 30โ€“40%).

Solving Screenshot Problems

Sometimes screenshots on the Redmi Note 10 Pro are not created or saved incorrectly. Let's look at the typical errors and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Screenshot not taken (no sound or animation).

  • ๐Ÿ”‹ Check battery power โ€“ at levels below 5%, some features are turned off.
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Make sure that the Do Not Disturb mode is not turned on (it can block system sounds).
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Reboot your phone โ€“ sometimes helps with temporary crashes.

Problem 2: The screenshot is kept black.

  • ๐ŸŽฎ If this happens in the game, check the graphics settings โ€“ some modes (e.g., the game, HDR 120 FPS) conflict with screenshots.
  • ๐Ÿ”’ In apps like Netflix or banking programs, screenshots are blocked for security reasons (you will receive a notification saying โ€œYou canโ€™t take screenshotsยป).

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

  • โš™๏ธ Check the settings: Settings โ†’ Additionally. โ†’ Special facilities โ†’ Screenshot gesture.
  • ๐Ÿ‘† Possibly conflict with another gesture (e.g. swipe for split screen).
  • ๐Ÿงน Clear the system cache: Settings โ†’ Annexes โ†’ Application management โ†’ Three points. โ†’ Show system-based โ†’ Launcher โ†’ Warehouse โ†’ Clear the cache.

Problem 4: Screenshots are kept in low quality.

  • ๐Ÿ“ Check the screen resolution: if the display settings are HD+ instead FHD+, The screenshots will be less detailed.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Some firmware has the option โ€œScreenshot Qualityโ€ โ€“ look for it in Settings โ†’ Screen.

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If screenshots are needed for printing or professional use, turn on No Sound mode before creating and turn off Adaptive Brightness โ€“ this will help avoid artifacts in the picture.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi Note 10 Pro

Can I take a screenshot with an S-Pen or a stylus?
No, the Redmi Note 10 Pro doesn't support S-Pen or other stylus screenshots, but you can use the stylus to edit screenshots in Gallery or Google Keep.
How to take a screenshot in Safe Mode?
Only basic functions are running in Safe Mode. Use a button combination (power + volume reduction) as gestures and apps can be turned off.
Why do screenshots take up so much space?
On the Redmi Note. 10 Pro with permission FHD+ (2400ร—1080) one-shot weighs 1.5โ€“3 MB to reduce the size: ๐Ÿ“ Cut off unnecessary parts in the Gallery. ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Convert to JPEG instead PNG (save-up). โ˜๏ธ Upload photos to Google with compression enabled.
Can I take a screenshot with Google Assistant?
Yes, but only if Google Assistant is set up as the default assistant. Say, "OK, Google, take a screenshot." But it's slower than the built-in MIUI methods.
How to turn off the shutter sound when screenshot?
V MIUI The sound of the screenshot is tied to system sounds. To remove it: Go to Settings โ†’ Sound and vibration. Turn off System Sounds or set No Sound modeยป. โš ๏ธ This will turn off all system sounds, including notifications.