How to take a screenshot on a Xiaomi phone: 7 working ways (including hidden)

Taking a screenshot on a Xiaomi smartphone seems like an easy task — until you encounter unexpected problems. Some users can not find saved pictures, others are not aware of the existence of alternative methods, and still others are faced with the fact that the standard key combination does not work due to the features of the MIUI firmware. This article will not just list the ways, but will reveal unique Xiaomi chips that are not written in the official instructions — for example, how to take screenshots with long pages scrolling or why the pictures are sometimes saved in.png format, and sometimes in.jpg.

We tested all the methods on current models from 2023 to 2026 (including Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and POCO F6) and found nuances depending on the version of MIUI (from 13 to 15). If you use custom firmware or an older version of Android, there is a separate section at the end of this article with solutions for such cases. And for those who like automation, we will tell you how to set up a screenshot by voice or even double-touch back panel!

1. Standard method: keyboard shortcut (works on 99% of devices)

The classic method that we all know is to press the power button and the volume down button at the same time, but even here, there are pitfalls.

• 🔧 On Xiaomi MIUI 14+ Pressing delay should be no more than 0.5 seconds, otherwise the switch-off menu will work.
• 📱 On models with a physical home button (e.g. Redmi) 4X) Instead of volume, the Home button is used.
• 🔊 If the volume on the phone is turned off, the sound of the screenshot shutter will not sound - but the picture will still remain.
• 📁 By default, screenshots are saved in the folder Pictures/Screenshots, but MIUI 15 There is an option to change the path.

What to do if the combination does not work?

⚠️ Note: If the screen flashes after pressing the keys, but the screenshot is not saved, check the permissions for the com.miui.screenshot application in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Systemic. Sometimes they're reset after updates.

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2.The three-finger gesture is the fastest method for Xiaomi

Xiaomi's signature feature, which many don't know about, is that you can take a screenshot with three fingers on the screen from top to bottom, and it works even when physical buttons are locked or malfunctioning.

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select the screenshot with three fingers.
3. Activate the switch and test the gesture on any screen.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ 2 times faster than the keyboard combination (according to tests on the POCO F5).
• 🎯 Works in games and applications where volume buttons are occupied by other functions.
• 🔄 You can adjust the direction of the gesture (from top to bottom or bottom to top).

Disadvantages:

• 👎 Sometimes it works accidentally when scrolling pages.
• 📵 It does not work in Full Screen Gestures mode).

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3. Screenshot with scrolling (long pages in one shot)

If you want to save an entire web page, a chat on Telegram, or a contact list, a standard screenshot won't work. MIUI has a built-in scrolling screenshot feature, but it's hidden:

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the lower right corner, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait for the automatic scroll of the screen and press Ready.

Limitations of function:

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If the screenshot you're scrolling gets cut, try turning on the USB debugging option in your developer settings and try again, which sometimes helps stabilize the function.

4. Voice assistant XiaoAI: screenshot on command

Few people know that the voice assistant XiaoAI (built into MIUI) can take screenshots on a voice command, which is convenient when hands are busy or buttons are not working.

1. Activate XiaoAI by saying, "Hey, XiaoAI" or holding the power button (on some models).
2. Say to one of the commands: "Take a screenshot", "Photograph the screen" "Save the screen" (in English firmware: "Take a screenshot")

Confirm the action if the assistant requests permission.

Nuances:

• 🎤 It only works on Chinese, global and European firmware. On the Russian version, XiaoAI can be disabled.
• 🔇 In mode Do not disturb the voice assistant does not respond.
• 📶 Requires an internet connection to process the command (even if the screenshot is taken offline).

⚠️ Attention: On models POCO with firmware without XiaoAI (for example, POCO X6 Pro for the global market, this method doesn't work. Instead, you can use Google Assistant with the "Take a screenshot" command, but you need to enable permissions for the assistant in the special features settings.

5. Screenshot via Quick Settings Panel (for MIUI 14 and later)

In recent versions of MIUI, you can add a screenshot button to the notification bar, which is convenient if you take screenshots often and don't want to remember keyboard shortcuts.

1. Open the notification panel (swipe from top to bottom).
2. Put it on the icon. ⚙️ Settings (or Editing).
3. Find a screenshot tiles in the list (usually in the Tools section).
4. Drag it to the active area (upper screen).

Now it is enough to create a screenshot:

1. Open the notification panel.
2. Stick on the Screenshot icon.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ No need to remember keyboard combinations.
• ✅ It works even with faulty volume/power buttons.
• ✅ You can use it in games without interrupting gameplay.

6. Hidden features: Double-touching the back panel and the Bixby button

Some Xiaomi models (such as the Xiaomi 13T Pro and Redmi K60 Ultra) have unique ways to create screenshots that are not written in the official manuals:

Double touch of the back panel

The Double tap to wake function can be configured to create screenshots:

1. Activate Settings → Screen → Double touch to wake up.
2. Install the MacroDroid app from Google Play.
3. Create a macro with the Double Tap trigger and the Take Screenshot action.

Bixby button (on models for Korea and some global versions)

On phones with a physical Bixby button (such as the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G NE for the Korean market), you can reassign it to screenshots:

1. Go to Settings → Buttons and gestures → Bixby button.
2. Select Single Press → Screenshot.

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Double-touching the backbar is the fastest way for users who often take screenshots in full-screen games or apps.

7 Problems and Solutions: Why Screenshots Are Not Saved or Misrepresented

Even after following the instructions correctly, Xiaomi users sometimes run into problems, and here are the most common solutions:

If none of the solutions worked, try resetting the com.miui.screenshot app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the screenshot in the list of system applications.
3. Select Warehouse. → Clear the data.
4. Reboot the phone.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions