How to take a screenshot on the phone Xiaomi Redmi: all the ways of 2026

Screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones are not just about saving the screen, but a whole arsenal of tools for work, learning and communication. Whether you want to save an important message on WhatsApp, share your successes in a mobile game or capture an error in the application — the ability to quickly take screenshots saves time and nerves. But if you just switched from an iPhone or another Android device, the combination of buttons and gestures in MIUI may seem unobvious.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to create screenshots on Redmi, from classic keyboard shortcuts to hidden features that even experienced users don’t know about. We’ll focus on the nuances for different firmware versions (MIUI 12/13/14) and models (from the budget Redmi 10A to the flagship Redmi Note 12 Pro+).

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

It’s a versatile method that works on all Redmi models, from the 2017 Redmi 4X to the latest Redmi Note 13.

1. Open on the screen what you want to fix (message, page in the browser, map in the game, etc.).
2. At the same time, press two buttons: Power (on/off) and Volume Reduction.
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the characteristic shutter sound of the camera and see the animation of the save.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) 9T Or Redmi Note 8 Pro) button sensitivity may vary. If you didn't get a screenshot the first time, try it:

• 🔹 Press the buttons faster (sometimes a delay of 0.5 seconds already leads to the power menu activation).
• 🔹 Use your thumb for the power button and index for volume – it is more convenient to synchronize the pressing.
• 🔹 Check if the buttons are locked in the settings (Settings) → Special facilities → Power button locks the screen).

Once you've successfully created a screenshot, you'll see a thumbnail at the top of the screen, and click on it to open the editor right away -- crop, add text or a picture, and share it through messengers.

2. Three-finger gesture: quick screenshot without buttons

MIUI's signature feature is the ability to take screenshots with a simple hand movement, which is available on all devices with MIUI 9 and later (i.e. all Redmis released after 2017) to activate:

1. Go to Settings → Additional settings → button gestures.
2. Find the screenshot option with three fingers and turn it on.
3. Choose the gesture type: Swipe down (recommended) or Touch and Hold.

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Place three fingers (usually index, middle and ring fingers) on the screen.
2. Swipe them down quickly (as if you were swiping the screen).

💡 Useful advice: If the gesture doesn’t work, check it out:

• 🔹 Is the One Hand Mode (Settings) enabled? → Screen. → One-hand mode – it can block the recognition of multiple fingers.
• 🔹 Screen cleanliness: greasy spots or defective protective glass interfere with the sensor.
• 🔹 Sensor Sensitivity: In Settings → Screen. → Sensitivity of touch select High.

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The advantage of this method is speed: experienced users take screenshots in 0.5 seconds without taking their hands off the screen, and it is indispensable if the mechanical buttons on your Redmi are worn or malfunction.

3. Scrolling Screenshot: How to Keep a Long Page

A standard screenshot captures only the visible area, but what if you want to save the entire chat in Telegram, a long article in the browser or a list of products in AliExpress? MIUI has a Scrolling Screenshot function for this (also known as Long Screenshot).

Algorithm of action:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail of the picture appears in the upper corner of the screen, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (it looks like two arrows down).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls the page and compiles a single image.
5. If necessary, cut the extra parts and save the result.

⚠️ Note: Not all apps work, here's a list of proven services that have a long screenshot guaranteed to work:

If the automatic scrolling didn’t work, try manually scrolling the page down by holding your finger on the screenshot thumbnail — sometimes this helps to “wake up” the feature.

4.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

If your hands are busy or your phone buttons are faulty, you can take a screenshot using Google’s voice assistant or XiaoAI. This method works on all Redmis with MIUI 11 and up.

Method 1: Google Assistant

1. Activate the assistant with the voice command OK, Google or holding the Home button (if you have one on your model).
2. Say, Take a screenshot or a screenshot.
3. Confirm the action if necessary.

Method 2: XiaoAI (Chinese Assistant)

On the Redmi Note 12 Global, this method may not work, but on the Chinese version (Redmi K50), it is often available:

1. Hold the Home button or say (Xiao Ai Tongxue).
2. Say in Chinese: (jiétú – “screenshot”) or in English: Take a screenshot.

⚠️ Attention: For voice commands:

• 🔹 B Settings → Google → Settings of Google Assistant → Voice input must be enabled to access the microphone.
• 🔹 Chinese firmware may require Chinese (simplified) installation in keyboard settings.
• 🔹 In public places, the voice assistant may not work due to noise cancellation.

The voice method is convenient for taking screenshots on the go, such as when you're cooking with a prescription and can't be distracted by pressing buttons, but it does require an internet connection to process commands.

5. Screenshot via notification panel (for MIUI 14)

Recent firmware versions (MIUI 14, which is installed on the Redmi Note 12, Redmi 11 Prime and later) have the ability to add a screenshot button to the Quick Settings panel, which is convenient if you often take screenshots and do not want to remember key combinations.

How to set up:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Edit (or Modify).
3. Find in the list of unavailable shortcuts Screenshot (the icon looks like a smartphone with a frame).
4. Drag it to the active area (for example, the first page of quick settings).

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Open the notification panel.
2. Slip the Screenshot icon.
3. Confirm the action if necessary.

💡 Useful tip: If the screenshot icon is missing after the update MIUI, Reset the panel settings:

1. Go to Settings → Notification Panel and Status bar → Reset.
2. Choose Reset the location of the shortcuts.
3. Then add the screenshot button manually again.

This method is especially useful for users with disabilities or those who prefer a minimalist approach without unnecessary gestures.

6. Hidden functions: delayed screenshot and screen recording

In addition to the standard methods, Redmi has less obvious tools for working with screenshots.

1. Screenshot with delay (timer)

If you need to take a picture in a few seconds (for example, to open a menu or wait for the page to load), use a built-in timer:

1. Take a regular screenshot (by any means).
2. Click on the thumbnail of the picture in the top corner of the screen.
3. In the editor, tap the Timer icon (clock) and select the delay: 3 seconds or 10 seconds.
4. Click Start – the phone will take a screenshot automatically after the time has elapsed.

2. Recording the screen with sound

If a static shot is not enough, you can record video from the screen (including system sounds and microphone):

1. Add a screen recording to the notification panel (similar to setting up a screenshot).
2. Slip on it and select the parameters: 🔹 Sound recording: On (for microphone recording) or System sound. 🔹 Permission: FHD (1080p) or HD (720p).

Start recording

When completed, click on the notification or tap the label again.

The video will be saved in the gallery in the ScreenRecordings folder, which is useful for creating instructions, fixing bugs or streaming mobile games.

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Recording the screen with system sound only works on MIUI 13 and later. On older versions (MIUI 12), sound will be recorded only from the microphone.

7 Where screenshots are stored and how to manage them

By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi are saved in the folder:

Internal Memory → Pictures → Screenshots

But there are a few nuances:

How to change the place of preservation:

1. Open the Gallery app.
2. Go to the Screenshots album.
3. Slip on the three dots in the top right corner and select the album settings.
4. Select the Save Path and specify another folder (for example, on the SD-map).

On Redmi models with hybrid firmware (such as the Redmi Note 8 Pro based on Mediatek), screenshots can be saved in low-resolution.png format (720p instead of 1080p). To fix this, upgrade to MIUI 13+ or use third-party apps like Screenshot Easy.

8 Problem Solving: Why You Can't Take a Screenshot

If none of these methods work, the reasons may be as follows:

If the problem persists, try resetting your gesture settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset gesture settings (does not affect personal data).
3. Reboot the phone.

In extreme cases, you can use third-party applications from Google Play, for example:

• 🔹 Screenshot Touch – Adds a floating button for screenshots.
• 🔹 Super Screenshot – Supports scrolling and editing.
• 🔹 Screen Master – for high-screen recordings FPS.

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If the screenshots are saved in an inverted form, turn off the autorotation of the screen before creating the picture. This is a bug in some versions of MIUI associated with the gyroscope sensor.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions