How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 5A: all ways with explanations

Xiaomi Redmi 5A is one of the most popular budget smartphones of the brand, which is still used by many users. Despite modest specifications, the device supports all basic functions, including creating screenshots. However, not all owners know how to take screenshots on this model, especially if you have previously used devices from other manufacturers.

In this article, we will take a look at all the ways you can create screenshots on Redmi 5A, from standard button combinations to alternative methods using gestures and third-party apps, and where you save the finished shots, how to edit and share them, and what to do if you can’t take screenshots for some reason.

We will pay special attention to the nuances associated with this model, for example, why sometimes the button combination does not work or how to get around the limitations of MIUI. If you just bought the Redmi 5A or have been using it for a long time, but never took screenshots – this guide is for you.

Method 1: Standard button combination

The most versatile and reliable method is to use physical buttons on the smartphone, which works on all Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi 5A, and does not require additional settings.

• 🔘 Power button (on / off) - is on the right side of the smartphone.
• 📉 Volume reduction button - located on the left side.

Algorithm of action:

1. Open on the screen what you want to capture (message, page in the browser, game moment, etc.).
2. Press and hold the power button and volume down button for 1-2 seconds at the same time.
3. You will hear the characteristic sound of the camera shutter (if the sound is not turned off) and see a short animation – this means that the screenshot is taken.

Make sure the screen is not locked |

Turn off Do Not Disturb mode if it is active |

Check that the buttons are not stuck and are pressed normally |

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If the screenshot didn’t work the first time, try:

• 🔄 Press the buttons simultaneously, not alternately.
• 🕒 Hold them for a little longer (up to 2-3 seconds).
• 🧹 Wipe buttons from dust or dirt – sometimes they don’t work well due to pollution.

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 5A with unofficial firmware or a very outdated version MIUI The combination of buttons may not work, in which case try other methods or update the software.

Method 2: Screenshot with the notification menu

If the physical buttons on your Redmi 5A are worn out or not working well, you can take a screenshot through the notification panel. This method is a little longer, but not less reliable.

1. Open the desired screen (for example, a dialog in the messenger or a page in the browser).
2. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
3. Find the screenshot icon (usually a scissors or a rectangle with lightning) and tap it.

If the icon is not in the main panel, try:

• 🔍 Swipe down again to reveal the full notification bar – sometimes the button is hidden there.
• ⚙️ Click on the pencil icon (panel editing) and add the screenshot shortcut manually.

The advantage of this method is that it does not depend on the state of the physical buttons, but on some versions of MIUI for Redmi 5A, there may be no screenshot button in the notification panel, in which case the following method will help.

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If the notification bar doesn’t open the first time, try swiping with two fingers from the top edge of the screen – this will work even on a locked device (if the appropriate setting is enabled).

Method 3: Screenshot gesture (only for MIUI 10 and later)

Since MIUI 10, Xiaomi has added the ability to take screenshots with a three-finger gesture, which is convenient if you often need to lock the screen, but press buttons are inconvenient. However, on Redmi 5A, this feature is not always available — it depends on the firmware version.

To activate the gesture:

1. Go to Settings → Additional settings → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot gestures.
2. Activate the "Three Fingers Swipe" switch.
3. Select the direction of the swipe (usually down).

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Open the screen.
2. Swipe your three fingers across the screen from top to bottom (or in the direction you choose).
3. Wait for the sound signal and animation - the screenshot is ready.

If the option is not in the settings, then your version of MIUI does not support it, in which case update the firmware or use other methods.

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 5A 1 GB of RAM Update to the latest versions MIUI If your smartphone starts to "brake" after upgrading, consider rolling back or resetting to factory settings.

Where screenshots are saved and how to find them

By default, all screenshots on Redmi 5A are saved to the Pictures/Screenshots folder (or DCIM/Screenshots in some versions of MIUI) to be found:

1. Open the Gallery app (an icon with colored squares).
2. Go to the Screenshots album - it is usually displayed separately.
3. If there is no album, tap three dots in the upper right corner and select "Show Hidden Folders."

You can also use a conductor:

1. Open the Files app (or any other file manager).
2. Go to the path of internal memory → Pictures → Screenshots.

If the screenshots are not displayed:

• 🔄 Restart your smartphone – sometimes the gallery doesn’t update right away.
• 📁 Check if file hiding is included in the Explorer settings.
• 🗑️ Make sure you don’t delete screenshots by accident (look in the gallery cart).

Volume and power buttons |

Through the notification panel |

Gesture (swipe) |

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How to edit and share screenshots

And right after you take a screenshot of Redmi 5A, you see a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen, and you can tap it and you can:

• ✏️ Edit a screenshot (cut, add text, drawings).
• 📤 Share it through messengers or social networks.
• 🗑️ Delete if the photo failed.

If the thumbnail is gone, open the screenshot in the gallery and click on the Edit (pencil) or Share (arrow) icon. The basic editing tools available in MIUI are:

• 🖌️ Painting brush.
• 📝 Addition of text.
• 🔲 Pruning and turning.
• 🎨 Blurring fragments (useful for hiding personal data).

For more advanced editing, you can use third-party applications, for example:

• 📱 Snapseed (from Google) – for color correction and filters.
• 🎨 PicsArt – for collages and stickers.
• 🖼️ PhotoRoom – to remove background.

To share a screenshot:

1. Open it in the gallery.
2. Click on the Share icon.
3. Select the application (WhatsApp, Telegram, VK, etc.).
4. If necessary, compress the image if it is too large.

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Screenshots in MIUI are automatically optimized for sending in instant messengers, but if you want to keep the original quality, use the "Send File" function instead of "Share Image".

What to do if screenshots are not available

Sometimes Redmi 5A has problems with screenshots, and let’s look at the most common causes and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods work:

1. Check if you have set administrator rights for any apps that block screenshots (such as antiviruses or parental control programs).
2. Run your smartphone in Safe Mode (press the power button → Safe Mode) and try to take another screenshot, if you can, a problem in one of the installed applications.
3. Reset your settings to factory settings (don’t forget to back up your data!).

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 5A With root rights or custom firmware (like LineageOS), standard screenshot techniques may not work, and use apps like Screenshot Touch or Super Screenshot that are not subject to system constraints.

Third-party screenshot applications

If you don't like embedded methods, you can install specialized applications that offer additional features, such as:

• 📸 Screenshots of scrollable pages (e.g. long chats or web pages).
• 🎬 Screen recording.
• ☁️ Automatic upload to the cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox).
• 🔒 Hiding notifications in a screenshot.

Top.-3 supplant 5A:

1. Screenshot Easy is a simple and easy tool with gesture and editing support. 👍 Pros: does not require root rights, weighs little. 👎 Cons: Advertising in the free version.
2. Super Screenshot for advanced users. 👍 Pros: Screenshots of scrolling pages, screen recording. 👎 Cons: a complex interface.

Screenshot Touch

• 👍 Pros: working through a floating button.
• 👎 Cons: It may conflict with some firmware.

On the Redmi 5A with 1 GB of RAM, some screenshot applications may not work smoothly. If the smartphone starts to slow down after installation, uninstall the program and use built-in methods.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi 5A