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

Xiaomi Mi 10 (including the Pro and Ultra) offers several ways to create screenshots, from the classic button combination to innovative gestures. However, many users face difficulties: the picture is not saved, the editing menu does not open, the gesture works once in a while. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of creating screenshots on the Mi 10 with the MIUI version, and also solve typical problems.

The Xiaomi Mi 10 features scrollable screenshots (long page shots) and integration with the Xiaomi Cloud service, but these features require the right setup. For example, if you're trying to take a screenshot in a game or a banking application, the system can block the action for security reasons, and we'll show you how to circumvent such restrictions in legal ways.

Important: The instruction is relevant for MIUI 12/13/14 (including global and Chinese versions).If your smartphone is running on older firmware, some methods may not work - check the version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most reliable method that works on all versions of MIUI is to press physical buttons simultaneously. On the Xiaomi Mi 10, this is:

1. Find on the screen what you want to capture (for example, a message in a chat or a page in a browser).
2. Press the Power button (right) and the Volume Down button (left) at the same time.
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Attention: if you press the buttons at the same time, you may turn off the screen or adjust the volume.

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

Internal memory → DCIM → Screenshots

If the folder is empty, check Gallery → Albums → Screenshots or use the Mi File Explorer file manager.

2.The three-finger gesture is a quick way without buttons

The MIUI signature feature is to swipe screenshots across the screen, which is useful if physical buttons are difficult to access (e.g. when using a case).

1. Open Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot with three fingers and activate the switch.
3. Choose the direction of the swipe: Down (recommended) or Up.

Now to take a picture:

1. Place three fingers (usually index, middle and ring fingers) on the screen.
2. Quickly swipe down (or up if you choose this option).
3. Wait for the beep and the save notification.

💡 Tip: If the gesture doesn't work, check it out:

• 👆 Screen cleanliness (dirty or film may interfere with the sensor).
• 📱 Lack of active gesture-blocking apps (e.g., games or banking services).
• 🔄 Reboot your phone (sometimes helps to reset glitches in gesture recognition).

3. Voice command for screenshot

If you have Xiaomi Voice Assistant (or Google Assistant) on, you can take a voiceshot of the screen, which is convenient when your hands are busy or your buttons are not available.

For Xiaomi's voice assistant:

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

For Google Assistant:

1. Say OK, Google or hold the Home button.
2. Say: Take a screenshot (in English: Take a screenshot).

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work if:

• 🔇 The microphone for the assistant is turned off in privacy settings.
• 📵 No Internet connection (required to process commands).
• 🔊 Do not disturb or save charge mode is enabled.

4. Scrolling screenshot (long shot)

The Scrolling Screenshot feature allows you to capture an entire web page, long chat or list in one file. On the Xiaomi Mi 10, it works in most applications except secure ones (banks, encrypted messengers).

1. Create a regular screenshot in any of the ways described above.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the lower right corner of the screen, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, click Scrolling (an icon with two arrows down).
4. Wait for the page to automatically scroll and click Ready.

📌 Limitations:

• 🌐 It doesn’t work in Chrome in incognito mode.
• 🔒 Blocked in secure applications (e.g. Telegram Secret Chats).
• 📄 Maximum length of the image – about 5 screens (depending on the application).

The finished scrolling screenshot is saved to the same Screenshots folder, but marked scroll in the file name.

5. Screenshot via notification panel (quick settings)

A little-known way is to add a screenshot button to the Quick Settings panel, which is convenient if you take pictures often and don't want to remember gestures or button combinations.

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Edit (pencil).
3. Find a screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.
4. Press Ready.

Now to take a picture:

1. Open the notification panel.
2. Slip the Screenshot icon.
3. Confirm the action if necessary.

✅ Pros of the method:

• 🔹 No need to remember gestures or buttons.
• 🔹 It works even with faulty physical buttons.
• 🔹 Faster than voice commands.

❌ Cons:

• ⚠️ Takes up space in the Quick Settings panel.
• ⚠️ It may be accidentally pressed (for example, in your pocket).

6. Solving screenshot problems

If the pictures are not saved, an error appears or the function is not available, check these points:

🔧 Additional advice:

• 📲 If screenshots are saved in low resolution, check the screen camera settings in Settings → Screen. → Screen resolution.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI Reset your gesture settings (Settings) → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting gestures).
• 🖼️ To edit screenshots, use the built-in editor (opens when tapa to thumbnail) or third-party applications (Snapseed, Lightroom).

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If you need to take screenshots often in the same app (for example, for work), create a shortcut on the home screen: add the shortcuts and tools widget → select Screenshot. Now you can take the picture in one tap!

7.Alternative methods: ADB and third-party applications

If standard methods don't work (for example, because of a button break or a firmware failure), you can use ADB or third-party utilities, which require technical skills, but provide more features.

Method 1: ADB (for advanced users)

1. Install ADB Tools on your computer and connect Xiaomi Mi 10 over USB (with debugging enabled).
2. Enter the command adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png
3. The screenshot will be saved as screen.png in the root folder of memory.

Method 2: Apps from Google Play

Recommended Utility (tested on MIUI 14):

• 📱 Screenshot Easy – Supports gestures and timer.
• 🖥️ Super Screenshot – allows you to take scroll shots in any application.
• 🎨 Screenshot Touch – Adds a floating button for quick access.

⚠️ Attention: when using third-party applications:

• Do not give them access to notifications or special features unnecessarily – this could violate privacy.
• Before installing, check reviews and rankings on Google Play.
• Some applications may conflict with MIUI – test them for unnecessary data.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 10

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On the Xiaomi Mi 10, the most versatile method is power + volume reduction. Gestures and voice commands are convenient, but may not work in secure applications. For long shots, use the scroll function, but be aware of the limitations in banking services and instant messengers.