How to take a screenshot on Redmi Note 7: all ways + life hacks from Xiaomi

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 7 remains one of the most popular budget smartphones even years after its release, and its reliability and functionality are backed by its MIUI, which offers several ways to create screenshots, from classic to unique. But many users still don’t know all the features, such as how to take a long screenshot or use voice commands.

In this article, we’ll look at not only standard methods (button combinations), but also the hidden features of MIUI 12/14 that will make it easier to use the screen, how to save screenshots to the cloud, edit them immediately after you create them, and even take pictures with a delay, and also why sometimes screenshots are not saved in the gallery and how to fix it without resetting.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 7. It is independent of the MIUI version and does not require additional settings.

• 📱 Simultaneously press the power button (on/lock) and the volume down button.
• 🎯 Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation screenshot.
• 📁 The finished image will automatically be saved in the Screenshots folder in the gallery.

If you can’t take a screenshot the first time, check:

• ⚡ Don’t press buttons too long – it can trigger the off menu.
• 🔄 Try changing the order of pressing: first press the volume, then power.
• 🛠️ Some firmware requires permission to screenshots in security settings.

⚠️ Warning: If the screen flashes after clicking the buttons, but the screenshot is not saved, check the free space in the device memory. MIUI Requires a minimum of 100 MB to save images.

2. Three-finger gesture: quick screenshot without buttons

Xiaomi's signature feature is the ability to take screenshots with three fingers across the screen, which is enabled by default, but it can be configured or disabled. Here's how to use it:

1. Open the desired screen (for example, a chat in Telegram or a page in the browser).
2. Place three fingers (usually index, middle and ring fingers) on the screen.
3. Then, quickly swipe them upwards (as if you were swiping the screen).
4. Wait for the beep and notification to save the screenshot.

If the gesture doesn't work,

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Special facilities → Three-finger gesture.
• 🔄 Make sure the function is enabled and configured to "Screenshot".
• 📱 Try to swipe your fingers in a different direction (for example, from top to bottom).

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If you have a case with a neckline for your fingers, try making a gesture closer to the center of the screen – so the sensor better recognizes touches.

3. Long screenshot (scroll screen)

Redmi Note 7 supports long screenshots, which are useful for saving entire web pages, correspondence or lists, and works in most applications, except for games and some system menus.

Instructions:

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons or gestures).
2. Immediately after the screenshot appears in the lower right corner, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the "Scroll" button (or "Long Screenshot").
4. Wait for the screen to automatically scroll down, capturing the content.
5. Click "Done" when the desired fragment is captured.

Limitations of function:

• 🚫 Not working on YouTube, Netflix and some banking apps.
• 📏 Maximum screenshot length – about 10 screens (depending on the application).
• ⚡ Requires sufficient RAM - if lack can "suppose".

4. Screenshot with delay (timer)

If you want to take a screenshot of a menu that disappears when you click buttons (like the context menu in your browser), use a delay. This feature is built into MIUI, but many people don't know about it.

How to turn on:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot.
2. Activate the option "Delayed screenshot".
3. Select the time of delay: 3 or 5 seconds.
4. Now, when you create a screenshot, any way you can, a timer will appear.

Where it comes in handy:

• 🕒 To capture pop-up notifications.
• 🎮 In games where the interface disappears when touched.
• 📊 For dynamic charts (e.g. Google Finance).

⚠️ Attention: Some custom firmware may not have the delay correctly, the screen will go out or the screenshot will not be saved. In this case, try using third-party apps like Screenshot Easy.

5. Voice assistant and other non-standard methods

Few people know, but the Redmi Note 7 can take screenshots on a voice command or even through Quick Ball, which are useful if the buttons are broken or you are multitasking.

Method 1: Google Assistant Voice Assistant

• 🎤 Say, OK, Google, take a screenshot".
• 📱 Or press and hold the Home button, then say the command.
• 🔍 If it doesn’t work, check the permissions for Google in the settings.

Method 2: Quick Ball (Floating Ball)

• 🎯 Enable the function in Settings → Additionally. → Quick Ball.
• 🖱️ Set the ball up so it will be displayed over all windows.
• 📸 Add the option "Screenshot" to the Quick Ball menu".
• 👆 Now tap the ball and select "Screenshot".

Method 3: Through MIUI Assistant (for MIUI 12+ firmware)

• 🤖 Hold the Home button to call an assistant.

6 Where screenshots are stored and how to manage them

By default, all screenshots on the Redmi Note 7 are saved in the Pictures/Screenshots folder, but MIUI offers flexible settings to manage them:

How to change the place of preservation:

1. Open the Files app.
2. Go to Categories → Images → Screenshots.
3. Click "More" (three dots) → "Settings".
4. Select "Save folder" and specify a new path (for example, on the SD-map).

How to enable automatic booting in the cloud:

• 🔗 In the cloud settings, activate "Autosync screenshots".

How to quickly edit screenshots:

• ✏️ Immediately after creating a screenshot, tap on its thumbnail in the notification.
• 🎨 A built-in editor with cropping, drawing and text addition tools will open.
• 💾 Save the changes – the original will remain intact and the edited version will be saved separately.

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If screenshots are missing from the gallery, check the DCIM/.thumbnails folder - sometimes thumbnails hide the originals.

7. Frequent errors and how to fix them

Even on a reliable device like the Redmi Note 7, you can have screenshot problems, and here are some of the most common solutions.

Problem 1: Screenshots are taken but not saved

• 🔍 Check the permissions for the Gallery app in Settings → Annexes → Permits.
• 🗑️ Clear the gallery cache: Settings → Annexes → gallery → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes resetting temporary files helps.

Problem 2: The screen is flashing, but the screenshot is not created

• 🛠️ Check if Do Not Disturb mode is enabled – it can block notifications.
• 🔋 Make sure the battery is above 5% when the charge is low MIUI Limits background processes.
• 📱 Update the firmware: in older versions MIUI 10 were bugs with screenshots.

Problem 3: Screenshots are kept in low quality

• 📸 Check the camera settings: Sometimes screenshot resolution is tied to screen resolution.
• 🔍 B Settings → Screen. → Screen resolution set Full HD+.
• 🖼️ If you use third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher), go back to the standard launcher. MIUI Launcher.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI Stopped working gestures for screenshots, reset gesture settings in Settings → Additionally. → Resetting settings → Gesture reset. It won't delete your data, but it will return the standard settings.

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