How to take a screenshot on the phone Xiaomi Redmi: 5 proven ways

You can take a screenshot of Xiaomi Redmi smartphones in a matter of seconds, if you know the right combinations, but many users still struggle to find the right buttons or are unaware of hidden MIUI features that simplify the process, and this guide will suit all modern models, from the budget Redmi 12C and Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Redmi K60 and Redmi Turbo 3.

We will not only discuss the classic way with the buttons Power + Volume down, but also alternative methods: gestures with three fingers, voice commands via Alice or Google Assistant, as well as the little-known function Quick Canisters in MIUI 14/15.

All methods have been tested on current firmware versions (including HyperOS for new models).If your Redmi runs on an older version of MIUI, some features may not be available, as we will warn you.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

It is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi Redmi smartphones, regardless of the model and firmware version.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (for example, a dialog in the messenger or a page in the browser).
2. At the same time, press the Power (on/lock) button and the Volume Down button.
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the screenshot.

The screenshot will automatically be saved to the Screenshots folder in the gallery. If the sound is turned off, pay attention to the visual cues: the screen will blink slightly, and at the top there will be a thumbnail with edit or delete buttons.

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If the buttons don't work, check for other features (such as volume control), sometimes caused by mechanical contamination or wear.

This method is reliable, but has disadvantages:

• 🔄 It takes two hands – it’s uncomfortable if you hold your phone with one hand.
• 🎯 You need to hit the buttons at the same time, otherwise the screen lock or volume control will work.
• ⚡ On some models (e.g. Redmi) 10A) The buttons are too close, which makes them easy to confuse.

2 Screenshot by three fingers gesture

The three-finger screenshot feature was introduced in MIUI 10 and has been one of the most convenient since then, allowing you to take a screenshot just by swiping it down from top to bottom with three fingers, and it activates this way:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot item with three fingers and switch on the switch.
3. Test the gesture on any screen – swipe the display from top to bottom simultaneously with three fingers (no matter what).

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Instantly – no need to look for buttons.
• 👌 It works in one hand (if the fingers are flexible).
• 🔄 You can adjust the direction of the gesture (from top to bottom or bottom to top).

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 Sometimes it works by accident (for example, when scrolling a page).
• ❌ Does not work in some games and applications with gesture blocking (for example, PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact).

Check if the mode is on in the settings | Make sure your fingers are not wet | Turn off the case if it interferes with the sensor | Test on an empty screen

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Quick sprays (tool panel)

In MIUI 12 and later, we have Quick Cans, a floating panel with fast action, including screenshots, to take advantage of:

1. Activate the function in Settings → Additional functions → Quick cans.
2. Select the display style (round or rectangular) and add the Screenshot icon to the panel.
3. Now it is enough to pull sideways from the edge of the screen to appear panel, and click on the screenshot icon.

This is convenient if you often need screenshots — you can call the panel even in full-screen applications.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 9A, Redmi 8) fast cans may conflict with navigational gestures. If the panel does not appear, check the gesture settings in the System section → Gestures.

You can also set up automatic cover of the panel after a few seconds so that it does not interfere.

4. Voice commands via Alice or Google Assistant

If you have your hands busy or your buttons are not working, you can take a voice screenshot.

• 🎤 For Alice (Yandex): say “Alice, take a screenshot” (requires the installed application Yandex with voice assistant).
• 🤖 For Google Assistant: Activate Assistant and Say “Take a Screenshot” (not all Redmi models).

The voice method is convenient, but has limitations:

• 🔇 Requires an Internet connection (to process commands).
• 📵 It may not work in Do Not Disturb or with the microphone turned off.
• 🛑 On some firmware, voice screenshots are blocked by default (you need to allow access in the assistant settings).

If the voice command is not working, check:

1. Permissions for assistant in Settings → Applications → Permissions.
2. Language of voice input (must be Russian).
3. Updates for the Yandex or Google application.

5. Screenshot via the food menu (alternative method)

Few people know, but in MIUI you can take a screenshot from the shutdown menu, and this method is useful if the volume buttons don't work:

1. Press the Power button for 2-3 seconds to turn off the menu.
2. At the bottom of the screen, find the Screenshot icon (on some models it is hidden under the More or Additional button).
3. Click on it – the picture will be taken without using physical buttons.

This doesn't work on all firmware. If you don't have a screenshot icon, try:

• 🔧 Update MIUI last-minute.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone – sometimes the menu is reset after updates.

6. Screenshot Problems and Their Solutions

Sometimes screenshots don't save, they're black or they're not taken at all, and let's look at the typical mistakes and how to fix them:

If none of the methods work, try resetting to factory settings (pre-saving the data!). In rare cases, the problem lies in the damage to the firmware - then flashing through Fastboot will help.

⚠️ Note: On Redmi models with HyperOS (e.g. Redmi) K70) Some of the old methods might not work, and in this case, use Fast Canisters or voice commands.

Power and volume buttons | Three-finger gesture | Quick sprays | Voice commands | Another way

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FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi

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On models with HyperOS (for example, Redmi Note 13 Pro+), screenshots can be taken even in games through the Game Turbo panel - swipe to the left of the game and select the screenshot icon.