How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC: all the ways from standard to hidden

Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC (codenamed surya) remains a popular choice among gamers and multitasking users even years after its release. Its 120Hz screen, Snapdragon 732G performance processor, and MIUI firmware (or custom builds) offer flexible screenshot capabilities — but not everyone knows how to make the most of them.

In this article, we’ll look at not only basic button combinations, but also little-known features, from three-finger gestures to integration with Google Assistant. We’ll focus on the typical issues of why the screenshot doesn’t save, how to change the file format or turn off the shutter sound. If you’re using Poco X3 NFC on MIUI 12/13/14 or custom firmware like Pixel Experience, here are some of the most relevant solutions.

Method 1: Classic button combination (always working)

It's a versatile method that works on the Poco X3 NFC, regardless of the firmware or shell version.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (app, game, web page).
2. At the same time, press the Power button (right) + Volume Down button (left).
3. Hold them for 0.5-1 seconds until you hear the shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Attention: If you press too long (more than 2 seconds), turn off the screen or the power menu. Some custom firmware (for example, LineageOS) may require power + Volume up.

Make sure the screen is unlocked |

Close unnecessary notifications (they will be in the screen)|

Check the vacant space (MIUI requires a minimum of 50MB)|

Turn off Do Not Disturb mode if you need shutter sound-->

Where do you look for the screenshot you saved? The default file is in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or through the gallery: open Photos → Albums → Screenshots.

Method 2: Three finger gesture (fastest)

MIUI offers a unique feature, a three-finger swipe screenshot, which is convenient for games or applications where the power/volume buttons are busy (for example, in PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact).

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Screenshot gesture.
2. Activate the swipe switch with three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Set up a long screenshot to scroll through the pages.

How to use:

• 👆 Swipe down three fingers at the same time (without pause!).
• 🔊 Shutter sound can be turned off in Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Systemic sounds.
• 📱 It works even on a locked screen (if the option is enabled in the security settings).

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If the gesture doesn’t work, check the sensor sensitivity in Settings → Display → Touch Sensitivity. A sharper movement may be required on the Poco X3 NFC with protective glass.

Method 3: Voice assistant (for busy hands)

If your hands are busy or your buttons are not working, Google Assistant or Alice from Yandex will help you take a screenshot with your voice.

For Google Assistant:

1. Make sure the assistant is activated (Settings → Google → Settings for Google apps → Search, Assistant and Voice → Google Assistant).
2. Say, “Okay Google, take a screenshot.”

For Alice:

1. Open the Yandex application with voice assistant.
2. Say, "Alice, take a screenshot of the screen."

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work in some games or banking applications due to security limitations, and an internet connection is required to process the request.

Power keys + volumes |

Three finger gesture |

Voice assistant |

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Method 4: Quick settings panel (for MIUI 12 and later)

MIUI 12/13/14 firmware has the option to add a screenshot button to the notification bar, which is handy if the physical buttons are worn out or you prefer one-handed control.

How to set up:

1. Deploy the notification panel (swipe from top to bottom).
2. Click on the icon. ⚙️ (Edit).
3. Find the Screenshot tile (usually under Other Settings) and drag it to the active area.

How to use:

• 📱 Deploy the notification panel.
• 🖼️ Click on the screenshot tile.
• 🔄 For a long screenshot (scroll) hold the tile for 2 seconds.

Method 5: ADB-Teams (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work (for example, after changing the display or resetting), you can take a screenshot via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a connection to a PC, but is guaranteed to work even on broken firmware.

Instructions:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times click on version → Back to Additional → For Developers → Debugging by USB).
2. Connect Poco X3 NFC to your PC and confirm your trust in the device.
3. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb devices


adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png

To download the screenshot on PC:

adb pull /sdcard/screen.png

⚠️ Note: This method does not work in banking applications and some screenshot-protected games (e.g., in the case of a screenshot-protected game, Pokémon GO). It also requires installed Xiaomi drivers. USB Drivers.

Common problems and solutions

Even on a working Poco X3 NFC, you can have screenshot errors, and we'll look at the typical cases and how to fix them:

If screenshots are saved in.png format but you need.jpg (for example, to save space), use Image Converter applications or the ADB command:

adb shell "screencap -p | convert - -quality 80 /sdcard/screen.jpg"

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On the Poco X3 NFC with custom firmware (like ArrowOS), standard MIUI methods may not work, in which case use ADB or third-party apps like Screenshot Touch.

Tips for Professional Screenshots

Whether you’re taking screenshots for work, training, or publishing, these tips will help improve the quality of:

• 🎨 Turn off notifications: They spoil the composition. Use Do Not Disturb mode (Settings) → Notifications → Don't disturb).
• 📏 Use the grid: Enable the grid lines in the camera (Camera settings) → Grid for even screenshots.
• 🔍 Increase. DPI: For detailed screenshots (such as text), change the screen density through ADB: adb shell wm density 440 (return to adb shell wm density reset)
• 🖼️ Edit immediately: After creating a screenshot, click on its preview - the editor will open MIUI with tools for cropping, blurring and adding text.

To create a GIF from the screen, use the built-in Screen Recording (Notification Panel → Screen Recorder) or Xiaomi's Screen Recorder app. GIF Maker is the best way to convert videos to GIFs.

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If you need screenshots with a transparent background (for example, for design), use the Background Eraser app or remove.bg service after saving.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Poco X3 NFC