How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi: all ways for MIUI 14 and 15 (including hidden chips)

Why you need a screenshot on Xiaomi and when it saves

A screenshot on a Xiaomi Redmi smartphone is not just a saved screen image, but a universal tool for work, study and communication. Imagine: you urgently need to show a colleague an error in a corporate chat, save a payment confirmation in an online bank or fix a bug in the game before calling for support, in which case an instant screenshot saves minutes (and sometimes hours) of explanation.

This skill is especially relevant for owners of Redmi Note 10/11/12 and other models on MIUI 14/15, where the interface is regularly updated and standard button combinations may differ from other Android devices. For example, in the latest versions of the firmware, there is a hidden scrolling mode that not everyone knows about. And if you still click Power + Volume Down blindly, hoping for luck, this article is for you.

We tested 5 ways to create screenshots on different Xiaomi models (from the budget Redmi 9A to the flagship Xiaomi 13 Ultra) and identified the pros/cons of each, and we will also tell you how to circumvent the restriction of MIUI on screenshots in secure applications (banks, messengers with encryption) – information that is not in the official documentation.

Method 1: Classic button combination (works on 100% of devices)

This is the most reliable method, which is guaranteed to work even on Xiaomi with a damaged sensor or gestures turned off.

1. Open the screen that you need to lock.
2. At the same time, press the Power button and Volume Down button.
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 8 Pro), long-term retention of these buttons can cause a reboot to Fastboot mode.To avoid this, press quickly and synchronously - do not hold your fingers longer than 2 seconds.

Where to look for a finished screenshot? By default, all screenshots are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or through the gallery: open the Photos app → Screenshots album.

Method 2: Three-finger gesture (fastest, but requires adjustment)

The Three-Finger Screenshot feature was introduced in MIUI 10 and has since become a favorite tool for many users, allowing them to take a screenshot in one motion by swiping three fingers (usually ring, middle and index) from top to bottom of the display.

But by default, this gesture is disabled, so you can activate it.

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select the screenshot with three fingers.
3. Activate the switch and test the gesture on any screen.

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If the gesture doesn't work, try to swipe your fingers vertically rather than diagonally. MIUI is sensitive to the trajectory of movement.

Advantages of the method:

• 👍 Instant execution – no need to look for buttons.
• 🎯 Works in games (where button combinations may conflict).
• 🔄 Supports scrolling (we will talk about it below).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ It can be triggered by accident when scrolling pages.
• ⚙️ Requires pre-configuration.

Method 3: Scrolling Screenshot (long pages in one click)

If you want to save not a visible part of the screen, but an entire web page, a correspondence in the messenger or a list of documents, use the Scrolling Screenshot function, which automatically glues several frames into one long shot.

How it works:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the lower right corner of the screen, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls the page and connects the parts.

Comparison with manual gluing in graphic editors:

Method 4: Voice command (for those who like to control voice)

If you have Google’s voice assistant or Xiaomi’s built-in AI enabled, you can take a screenshot with a voice command, which is convenient when your hands are busy or you’re driving (unless you use your smartphone as a navigator).

Instructions for Google Assistant:

1. Activate the assistant with the phrase “OK, Google” or holding the Home button.
2. Say, Take a screenshot or take a picture of the screen.
3. Confirm the action (if required).

For Xiao AI (only works on Chinese firmware or with a Russified version):

1. Hold the Home button or say (Xiao Ai Tungsue).
2. Say (Jie Tu is a screenshot in Chinese) or take a screenshot.

⚠️ Warning: Voice commands may not work in restricted applications (e.g., banking or encrypted messengers) in which case the system will give an error.

Method 5: Screenshot via notification panel (for MIUI 14/15)

The latest versions of MIUI 14 and MIUI 15 have the option to add a screenshot button to the Quick Settings panel, which is handy if you take screenshots often and don’t want to remember button combinations.

How to set up:

1. Pull the notification curtain down twice to open the full panel.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Edit (pencil).
3. Find the Screenshot tile in the list (usually hidden in the Other Settings section).
4. Drag it to the active area (for example, the first page).
5. Press Ready.

Now, to take a screenshot, it is enough:

1. Open the screen.
2. Pull the notification curtain down.
3. Stick on the Screenshot icon.

The advantage of this method is visual control: you see which tiles activate the function, and do not risk accidentally restarting the phone (as is the case with a combination of buttons).

Problem Solving: Why the Screenshot Doesn't Work

Sometimes, despite all the efforts, the screenshot fails, and let's look at the typical causes and ways to address them:

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 9 Pro with custom firmware) after upgrading to MIUI 14 may miss the screenshot button in the notification panel:

1. Reset the panel settings: Settings → Notification Panel → Reset.
2. If it doesn’t help, install a third-party screenshot app (like Screenshot Easy).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

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The most versatile method is a combination of Power + Volume Down buttons, but for frequent use it is more convenient to adjust a three-finger gesture or tile in the notification panel.