How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: all ways with a photo

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro remains one of the brand’s most popular smartphones years after its release, thanks to its powerful Helio G90T processor, quadruple camera and capacious battery, but many users still face a basic problem: how to quickly take a screenshot of the screen if standard keyboard shortcuts fail or the phone “gluts”.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to create screenshots on the Redmi Note 8 Pro, including hidden MIUI features, gestures, and workarounds for non-standard situations, and why screenshots sometimes don’t save — and how to fix them without resetting.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most reliable method that works on any version of MIUI is 11 to 14, which is suitable even if the touch screen is not responding (for example, after a fall or when connecting to a PC).

Instructions:

• 📱 Simultaneously press the power button (right) and the volume button (top left).
• 🔊 Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation screenshot.
• 📁 The finished screen is saved in the folder DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots.

⚠️ Note: If you have a magnetic lock case installed (e.g. Xiaomi Smart Cover), the power button may be blocked.

Press the buttons at the same time, without delay | Make sure the screen is not locked |Check the free space in memory (need at least 50 MB) | Turn off the modes "Do not disturb" or "Game"

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2. Three-finger gesture - quick screen without buttons

The feature “Gesturing for a screenshot” appeared in MIUI 10 and works on all firmware Redmi Note 8 Pro. It is convenient when one hand to press buttons uncomfortable (for example, in transport).

How to turn on:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Special features → Gesture for a screenshot.
2. Activate the swipe switch with three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Enable Preview screenshot to edit the picture immediately.

How to use:

• 👆 Swipe your fingers from top to bottom across the screen (not necessarily vertically).
• 🖼️ Screenshot will be saved automatically, and at the top there will be a thumbnail for quick editing.

💡 If the gesture doesn’t work, check if it conflicts with other functions (for example, with Swipe for split screens). MIUI 12+).

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3. Screenshot via notification panel (if buttons are broken)

Few people know, but MIUI has a built-in screenshot button hidden in the Quick Settings panel, which saves you if the physical buttons don't work (for example, after getting moisture).

Step-by-step:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Click on the icon. ⋮ (three dots) or swipe down again to turn all the icons around.
3. Find the Screenshot button (scissors icon) 🖼️). If it is not, tap Edit and add to the active.
4. Press the button and the screenshot will be taken instantly.

⚠️ Note: Some custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience) may not have this button. ADB.

4. Advanced method: screenshot via ADB (for developers)

If your Redmi Note 8 Pro is connected to a PC and the screen does not respond to touch, you can take a screenshot via Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This is the only way that works even on a locked or bit screen (provided that the screen is not locked or bit). USB-debugging was included in advance).

Instructions for Windows:

1. Download ADB Tools and unpack it into the C:\adb folder.
2. Connect your phone to your PC via USB and select File Transfer mode.
3. Open the Command Prompt (Win + R → enter cmd).
4. Enter commands in order: cd C:\adb adb devices adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png adb pull /sdcard/screen.png C:\

The screenshot will appear on C:\ under the name screen.png. If you need a series of screens (for example, to record a process), use the script:

for /L %i in (1,1,10) do (


adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen_%i.png




adb pull /sdcard/screen_%i.png C:\screens\




)

🔧 Technical note: On MIUI 14 may require confirmation RSA-If the screen doesn't work, this method won't work, use Recovery mode.

5. Screenshot in Recovery Mode (if the phone is not turned on)

If the Redmi Note 8 Pro is stuck on the logo or left in the bootloop, but the screen is partially working, you can take a screenshot through Recovery Mode. This will help fix the error for diagnosis (for example, the code E: Unable to mount /data).

How it works:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power + Volume increase for 10 seconds).
2. Press Power + Volume Up until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu, select Apply update → Choose from ADB.
4. Connect your phone to your PC and type in cmd: adb shell twrp screencap /sdcard/recovery_screen.png
5. Remove the file via adb pull.

⚠️ Attention: Standard MI Recovery (not) TWRP) Screencap doesn't work. It requires custom recovery.

6 Why screenshots are not saved - and how to fix it

A common problem on the Redmi Note 8 Pro is that the screenshot is taken (sound is there, animation is there), but the gallery does not.

🛠️ Critical case: If screenshots are missing after the update MIUI, check the folder rights:

adb shell chmod 777 /sdcard/DCIM/Screenshots

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On the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, screenshots are saved by default in PNG format at a resolution of 2340×1080 (FHD+). If you want to reduce the weight of files, use apps like Screenshot Easy to convert to JPG.

7. Alternative applications for screenshots

If the built-in methods are not satisfied (for example, you need to record a screen or edit), install one of these applications:

• 📸 Screenshot Easy – Supports delayed screenshots (useful for menus that disappear when you click on the screenshot).
• 🎥 AZ Screen Recorder – allows you to screen while recording video (no restrictions) MIUI 3 minutes).
• 🖌️ Screen Master – Adds blurring, cropping and text addition functions right after creating the screen.
• 🔍 Super Screenshot – saves screenshots to the cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox) automatically.

⚠️ Note: Screenshot apps require Overlay rights over other windows (Settings) → Special facilities → Without it, they won't be able to intercept the screen.

💡 Tip: For games (e.g., for example, PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact: Use the built-in Game Turbo feature, which allows you to do screens without leaving full screen (swipe three fingers down). + retention).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi Note 8 Pro