How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro: all ways + problem solving

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro is a flagship smartphone with powerful hardware and advanced MIUI firmware, but even experienced users sometimes get lost when you need to quickly take a screenshot. Especially if the standard method does not always work or you need to capture a long page. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of creating screenshots on the Mi 10 Pro, including rare chips that are not written in the official manuals.

Important: the instruction is relevant for all versions of MIUI 12-14 (including global and Chinese firmware), as well as for modifications of the Mi 10 Pro with custom shells. If your smartphone runs Android 10/11/12 - methods are also suitable, but minor adjustments may be necessary.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

The classic method that works on 99% of Android smartphones, including the Mi 10 Pro. Here the main thing is synchronous pressing, otherwise instead of a screenshot you either lock the screen or change the volume.

Algorithm:

• 📱 Open the screen you want to capture (application, web page, chat).
• 🔘 At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
• 🎨 Hold on 1-2 seconds until you see the save animation (white flashing screen) + shutter).

If the screenshot didn't work out:

• ⚡ Check if the shutter sound is turned off in Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Systemic sounds.
• 🔄 Try pressing the buttons in reverse order: first volume, then power.
• 🛠️ Some firmware requires permission to create screenshots for individual applications (for example, banking).

⚠️ Attention: On the Mi 10 Pro with MIUI 14 Long-term retention of power and volume buttons can trigger the Emergency Call or Google Assistant menu.To avoid this, click quickly and sharply.

2. Three finger gesture (the fastest method)

A MIUI feature that saves time and eliminates button search, which is enabled by default, but can be disabled or reconfigured.

How to make a screenshot with a gesture:

1. Place three fingers on the screen (any, but usually use index, middle, and ring fingers).
2. Swipe down the screen in one motion (as if you were swiping the page).
3. The screenshot will be saved automatically, and an editing panel will appear at the top of the screen.

If the gesture doesn't work,

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Special facilities → Gestures and check if the screenshot option is enabled by triple touch.
• 🧹 Clear the system cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Clear the cache.
• 📱 Make sure there are no greasy spots or protective film on the screen that interferes with the sensor.

3. Voice command via Google Assistant

The method is for those who like to control a smartphone with their voice or have sensor problems, and works even if the screen is locked (when OK Google is on).

Instructions:

1. Activate Google Assistant: Say “OK Google” (if enabled). or press the Home button (navigation bar) for 2 seconds.

"Take a screenshot"

"Photograph the screen."

Confirm the action (if required).

Limitations of the method:

• 🚫 It doesn’t work in some apps (like TikTok or Netflix due to content protection).
• 🔇 Requires Internet connection to recognize voice.
• 📵 On Chinese firmware. MIUI It may not be supported (Google Play Services is required).

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If Google Assistant doesn't recognize a command, try saying it in English, "Take a screenshot." Often this works better than in Russian.

4. Scrolling screenshot (long page)

Exclusive MIUI feature for Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro, which allows you to capture all the content of the page (for example, a long chat in Telegram or an article in the browser), not only the visible area of the screen.

How to take a scrolling screenshot:

1. First, create a regular screenshot in any way (buttons or gestures).
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 “Scroll” icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls through the page and connects all the pieces into one long screenshot.

Important nuances:

• 🌐 It does not work in all applications (for example, Instagram or VKontakte can be blocked).
• 📄 Maximum screenshot length – up to 10 screens (depending on the application).
• 🔄 If the scroll is “hanging”, try repeating the action or restarting the application.

5. Alternative methods (for experienced users)

If standard methods do not work (for example, due to breakage of buttons or non-standard firmware), you can use workarounds.

Method 1: Through the notification menu

• 📲 Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
• 🔍 Find the screenshot tiles (if not, add through Edit).
• 🖼️ Slip on it - the screenshot will be saved automatically.

Method 2: ADB (for developers)

If the smartphone is connected to the PC, you can take a screenshot through the command line:

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screenshot.png

The file will be saved in the root folder of the device, which is useful if the screen does not respond to touch.

Method 3: Third-party applications

Google Play has utilities like Screenshot Touch or Super Screenshot that offer advanced features (like recording screen videos or editing screenshots).

⚠️ Note: Some screenshot apps require permission to display over other windows (Settings) → Annexes → Special access → Displaying on top of other applications can create vulnerabilities for viruses.

6 Where screenshots are stored and how to manage them

By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

But the path may vary depending on the firmware, so you can quickly find the screenshots.

• 🖼️ Open the gallery. → album».
• 🔍 Or use the built-in conductor (MI File Manager and go up the path above.

Management advice:

• 🗑️ To delete all screenshots at once, pinch one file in the gallery. → Choose the rest → press "Delete».
• 📤 To transfer to the PC, connect the smartphone to USB “File transfer».
• ☁️ Automatic Cloud Download: Enable in Google Settings → Backup → Upload to Google Photos.

If screenshots are not saved:

• 📁 Check if the device memory is full (at least 500 MB of free space is required).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes it solves the problem with the gallery cache.
• 🛠️ Update the Gallery app via Google Play.

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Screenshots take up space in memory! Clean Screenshots folder regularly, especially if you actively share screens on instant messengers or social networks.

7. Solving common problems

Even the flagship Mi 10 Pro sometimes fails to capture screenshots, and let’s look at common mistakes and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Screenshots are not saved

• 🔍 Check the permissions: Settings → Annexes → gallery → Permits → Warehouse.
• 📁 Make sure the Screenshots folder is not deleted or renamed.
• 🔄 Reset the Gallery app settings in Settings → Annexes → gallery → Warehouse → Reset.

Problem 2: The three-finger gesture doesn't work

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Gestures → Screenshot with triple touch and enable the function.
• 🧹 Clear the Launcher cache (standard launcher) MIUI).
• 📱 If the screen is protected by a glass, try pressing harder or using the other finger.

Problem 3: Scrolling screenshot is cropped

• 📄 Try to scroll the page manually to the end before creating a screenshot.
• 🔄 Close and open the app where you take the picture again.
• 🛠️ Update the app where the problem occurs (e.g. Chrome or Telegram).

Problem 4: Black screenshots

This is a common mistake when trying to take a picture in secure applications (banks, Netflix, some games).

• 📸 Use another smartphone or camera to take a picture of the screen.
• 🔧 Turn off Content Protection in the app settings (if available).

Frequently asked questions