How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Pad 5: all ways with photos and videos

Xiaomi Pad 5 is one of the most popular tablets of 2021, combining performance, stylish design and flexible firmware MIUI for Pad. But even experienced users sometimes get lost when you need to quickly save the screen — especially if you are used to smartphones. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to create screenshots on Xiaomi Pad 5, including hidden features, gestures and even voice control.

You will learn not only basic button combinations, but also alternative methods for situations where physical keys do not work (for example, when a gamepad is connected or the power button breaks), and we will also tell you how to automatically save screenshots to the Mi Cloud cloud or send them directly to messengers without unnecessary action.

The instructions are relevant for all versions of the MIUI 12.5-14 firmware and tablet modifications: Xiaomi Pad 5, Pad 5 Pro and Pad 5 Pro 5G. If you have a different model, check the compatibility of methods at the end of the article.

1. Classic method: power buttons + volume

The most reliable and versatile method that works on all Xiaomi devices is a combination of physical buttons. On Pad 5, the algorithm is slightly different from smartphones because of the location of the keys.

Here's how to do it right:

• 🔘 Simultaneously press the power button (right) and the volume button (top left).
• 🕒 Hold them for 1–1.5 seconds until the characteristic shutter sound (if the sound is on) or visual animations.
• 📁 The finished screenshot will appear in the folder DCIM → Screenshots or in the notification (tap on it for quick editing).

An important nuance: on Pad 5, the buttons are located on the sides of the long side, so hold the tablet with both hands to avoid moving your fingers. If the screenshot does not work, try changing the force of pressing or the angle of capture.

⚠️ Note: If you have a magnetically mounted case (e.g. Xiaomi Smart Cover), it can block the pressing of buttons. Remove the case or try alternative methods from the following sections.

2. Three-finger gesture - quick screenshot without buttons

MIUI for Pad supports the hidden feature of creating screenshots by gesture — by swiping three fingers across the screen — which is convenient for gamers, artists or when the tablet is mounted on the rack.

How to turn on and use:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Special features → Gestures.
2. Activate the screenshot switch with three fingers.
3. Check the work: swipe from top to bottom on the screen with three fingers (without pauses).

If the gesture doesn't work:

• 🧹 Make sure there are no greasy spots or protection on the screen (they interfere with the sensor).
• 🔄 Restart the tablet – sometimes the feature resets after updates.
• 📏 Try to make a gesture from different sides of the screen (for example, from right to left).

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If you have Kids Mode on, gestures can be turned off. Leave mode or use buttons.

3. Voice Assistant Google Assistant or Xiao AI

You can take a screenshot on the Xiaomi Pad 5 without touching the screen, using voice commands, which is useful if the tablet is connected to a Smart TV or you are engaged in cooking / repair.

Team options:

• 🎤 For Google Assistant: “OK, Google, take a screenshot” (requires English system or Russified version of the assistant).
• 🤖 For Xiao. AI (Chinese firmware: "" (pronounced "Xiao Ai Tongxue, jietu»).

How to set up:

1. Make sure the voice assistant is enabled in Settings → Google → Google Assistant settings.
2. Activate the option to Allow Voice Input in any application.
3. For Xiao AI, go to Settings → Applications → Xiao AI → Voice control.

⚠️ Attention: On the global firmware Xiao AI If the command doesn't work, use Google Assistant or update the firmware to MIUI 13+.

4. Screenshot via PC (ADB or Mi PC Suite)

If you have a tablet connected to a computer, you can take a screenshot remotely, without physical access to the device, which is useful for support, streamers or sensor failure.

Method 1: Through ADB (for advanced users)

1. Install Android SDK Platform-Tools on your PC.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your tablet: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (tap 7 times), then Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging over USB.
3. Connect Pad 5 to your PC and execute the command: adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png
4. Download the file on PC: adb pull /sdcard/screen.png

Method 2: Mi PC Suite (Simple version)

• 🖥️ Download the official Mi utility PC Suite.
• 🔌 Connect the tablet to USB (Select the File Transfer Mode).
• 📸 In the program go to the tab Device → Screenshot.

5. Screenshot of a long page (scroll screen)

If you want to save an entire chat, a long web page, or a setup list, a standard screenshot won't work. MIUI has a built-in Scrolling Screenshot feature, but it doesn't work in all apps.

How to do this:

1. Take a regular screenshot (by any means from the previous sections).
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the corner of the screen, tap on it.
3. In the editor that opens, select Scrolling (an icon with down arrows).
4. Wait for the automatic scrolling and save the result.

Limitations:

• ❌ Not available on YouTube, Netflix, and some games (due to content protection).
• ❌ Maximum length - 10 screens (further cut off).
• ✅ Works in Telegram, Chrome, Settings MIUI.

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For scrolling screens in Google Chrome, use the GoFullPage extension – it saves a page in a PDF with hyperlinks.

6 Automation: Quick Actions and Tasker

If you need to take screenshots on a schedule (for example, to monitor applications) or under certain conditions (for example, when opening a particular window), set up automation.

Method 1: Quick Actions in MIUI

1. Open Settings → Additional → Quick Actions.
2. Add a new action → Screenshot.
3. Assign a trigger: Double tap on the back panel or Shake.

Method 2: Tasker App (for advanced)

• 📱 Install Tasker.
• 🔧 Create a task with Take Screenshot action (required) ADB root).
• ⏰ Set up a trigger: by time, geolocation, or event (e.g., Wi-Fi connection).

⚠️ Note: Automatic screenshots using Tasker may conflict with the security policies of some applications (e.g. banking.

7. Editing and managing screenshots

Once you've taken a screenshot, MIUI offers basic editing tools like cropping, drawing, adding text or blurring, but the system's limited capabilities. Let's look at the alternatives.

Built-in tools:

• 🖌️ Slip on the screenshot in the corner of the screen → The editor with tools will open:
• ✂️ Pruning - changing boundaries.
• 🎨 Drawing - brushes, markers, eraser.
• 🔤 Text - Adding inscriptions (fonts are limited).
• 🔍 Blurring – hiding personal data.

Third-party editing annexes:

Where are the screenshots stored?

By default, files are saved to /storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/. To change the path:

1. Install a file manager (e.g., Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer).
2. Move the Screenshots folder to the right place (for example, to the right location). SD-map).
3. Use Tasker or Automate to automatically copy new screenshots to the cloud.

Frequent problems and solutions

Even with these simple actions, users face difficulties, and let's look at common mistakes and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Screenshots are not saved

• 📲 Reason: Screenshots folder is damaged or not enough memory.
• 🔧 Solution: Clear the gallery cache (Settings) → Annexes → gallery → Warehouse → Clear the cache) or restart the tablet.

Problem 2: Black screen in the screenshot

• 🖥️ Reason: Protection DRM in applications (Netflix, Disney)+, banking).
• 🔧 Solution: Use an external camera or specialized software like ApowerMirror.

Problem 3: The three-finger gesture doesn't work

• ✋ Cause: Conflict with other gestures (e.g. Swipe for navigation).
• 🔧 Solution: Turn off other gestures in Settings → System system → Gestures.

Problem 4: Screenshots blurred

• 📸 Reason: Screen resolution changed (e.g., in games or when connected to a monitor).
• 🔧 Solution: Return the native permission 1600×2560 In Settings → Display.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions