How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: all ways from classics to secret MIUI chips

Taking a screenshot on the Xiaomi Redmi 9T seems like a simple task — until you encounter unexpected nuances. Some users suffer from clamped buttons, others can not find saved pictures, and still others do not even suspect that MIUI has a hidden scrolling mode for long pages. This article will not just list the standard keyboard combinations, but also reveal little-known features that save time — for example, how to take a screenshot with one hand or via a voice command.

We tested all the methods on Redmi 9T with the latest versions of MIUI 14 and Android 12/13, so the instructions are relevant for 2026, and we focused on the typical errors: why the screenshot is not saved, how to change the format from.png to.jpg, and where the images disappear after updating the firmware. If you are looking not only for basic methods, but also advanced life hacks – welcome!

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones – including the Redmi 9T. Here the main thing is not to confuse the sequence of clicks, otherwise instead of a screenshot you will turn on sleep mode or start Google Assistant.

How to do it right:

1. Open the screen you want to capture (app, web page, settings).
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-1.5 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Warning: If you press the buttons longer than 2 seconds, a hard reset will be triggered. 9T This is especially true because of the sensitive sensors – many users accidentally reboot the phone while trying to take a screenshot.

The buttons are clean and not sticking |

Screen not locked |

App not in the background |

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2. Screenshot by gesture (three fingers)

The screenshot gesture feature in MIUI is a lifesaver for those who are afraid to break buttons or want to take pictures with one hand. On Redmi 9T, it is activated by default, but sometimes gets lost after updates.

How to turn on (if it doesn't work):

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Gestures and movements.
2. Find the item "Screenshot with three fingers" and activate the slider.
3. Test: Swipe down the screen with three fingers at the same time (no matter what).

🔹 Challenges and solutions:

• 🤏 Make sure your fingers touch the screen at the same time (a difference of 0.5 seconds knocks recognition).
• 📱 Does it work in a time? Reboot the phone - sometimes the touch layer MIUI"hanging".
• ⚙️ Conflict with other gestures? Turn off Settings → Screen. → Screen gestures if they interfere.

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If you have long nails, try to make a gesture with the pads of your fingers, not with the tips – this is how the sensor better recognizes touch.

3. Voice Assistant (Google Assistant or Xiao AI)

Few people know, but on the Redmi 9T, you can take a screenshot with your voice, without touching the screen, which is convenient if your hands are busy or your buttons are faulty.

⚠️ Note: If the screenshot is not saved after the voice command, check the permissions for the assistant in Settings → Annexes → Permits → Without access to memory, the images disappear.

Power buttons + volume |

Three finger gesture |

Voice assistant |

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4. Screenshot of a long page (scrollable)

One of the key advantages of MIUI over naked Android is the ability to take screenshots of scrolling pages (like chats on Telegram or Instagram feeds). This feature is unstable on Redmi 9T, but we found workarounds.

Instructions:

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons or gestures).
2. Immediately after the miniature appears in the lower right corner, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, click on the Scroll icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the page automatically scrolls to the end and save the result.

🔹 What to do if it doesn't work:

• 🌐 Don't scroll the web page? Try turning on "Per-Computer" mode in Chrome -- sometimes it helps.
• 📱 So the app doesn't support scrolling (like YouTube or TikTok).
• ⚡ Closes too fast? Increase the waiting time in Settings → Additionally. → Screenshots → Scrolling.

5. Screenshot via notification panel (quick access)

If you are tired of the combination of buttons, add the screenshot icon to the notification panel. This speeds up the process by 2 times - just one swipe and tap.

How to set up:

1. Open the notification panel (swipe from top to bottom).
2. Slip on the icon "Pencil" (or "Edit").
3. Find the screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.
4. Now, when swiping down, just click on this icon and the picture is ready!

🔹 Bonus: In some versions MIUI Here you can also turn on "Screen Recording" - useful for creating gifs or video instructions.

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The notification panel is the most reliable way if the power or volume buttons are faulty.

6. Where do I look for saved screenshots?

By default, all screenshots on Redmi 9T are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots folder. But after updating or resetting, the path may change.

• 📁 gallery → Album "Screenshots" (the most obvious version).
• 🔍 File manager → Internal memory. → Pictures → Screenshots.
• ☁️ Google Photos (if synchronization is enabled).
• 📱 Download folder (if screenshot is taken through some third-party apps).

⚠️ Note: If screenshots are missing, check the settings MIUI:

1. Go to Settings → Storage → Cleaning.
2. Make sure that the Auto Screenshot Cleanup feature is turned off (it deletes pictures older than 30 days).

🔹 How to change the format from.png to.jpg:

By default, Redmi 9T saves screenshots in.png (no loss of quality, but more weight).

1. Install Screenshot Easy or Screen Master from Google Play.
2. In the application settings, select the.jpg format and quality (we recommend 80-90%).

7 Problems and Solutions: Why Can't I Take a Screenshot?

Even on a phone as reliable as Redmi. 9T, Sometimes there's a failure. TOP-5 Reasons Why Screenshots May Not Work, and How to Fix Them:

🔹 Emergency: If nothing helps, connect Redmi 9T to your computer and use Scrcpy to create screenshots through ADB:

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi 9T