How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 7: all ways with explanations

Xiaomi Redmi 7 is still a popular budget smartphone, despite the release of new models. One of the frequent questions users ask is how to take a screenshot of the screen on this device. There are several ways, and they depend on the version of the MIUI firmware installed on the phone. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, including classic button combinations, gestures and hidden system functions.

It is important to consider that Redmi 7 came with different versions of the shell, from MIUI 10 to MIUI 12 (depending on the region and updates).Some methods may not work on older versions of the software - we will note these cases separately.

If you just bought a used Redmi 7 or updated your firmware, check the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. This will help you determine which method is right for you.

1. Classic method: power buttons + volume

The most versatile method that works on all versions of MIUI and is independent of updates, is suitable even if gestures are disabled or the touch screen does not respond.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open on the screen what you want to capture (message, page in the browser, game).
• 🔘 At the same time, press and hold the power button (right) and the volume down button (top left).
• 🎯 Hold them 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation screenshot.
• 📁 The finished picture will be saved in the gallery in the Screenshots folder.

⚠️ Warning: Not to be confused with long pressing - if you hold the buttons for more than 3 seconds, the phone can reboot or trigger the shutdown menu. On the Redmi 7, the optimal retention time is exactly 1.5 seconds.

Make sure the screen is not locked.

Fingers don't close the buttons

The sound is not turned off (otherwise you will not hear confirmation)

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2. Screenshot with three fingers (gesture)

The feature appeared in MIUI 9 and works on all subsequent versions, including MIUI 14.

How to turn on and use:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Gesture for a screenshot.
2. Activate the switch "Scan screen with three fingers".
3. Return to the screen that you want to capture.
4. Swipe down the screen with three fingers at the same time (not necessarily vertically, a small angle is allowed).

🔹 nuance:

• 🖐️ The gesture only works if the fingers touch the screen at the same time (not consistently!).
• 🚫 On some versions MIUI function conflicts with navigation gestures – if it doesn’t work, turn off Full-screen gestures in Settings → Display.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI The setting may reset - check it again.

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If the gesture is triggered by chance (for example, when scrolling a page), reduce sensitivity in the gesture settings or turn off the function.

3. Screenshot via notification panel

A lesser known, but no less effective, way is to use a fast panel, which runs on MIUI 10-14, but requires pre-configuration.

Step-by-step:

• 🔧 Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
• 🔍 Find the screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a rectangle with lightning). If it's not there, tap on the screen. ⚙️ Edit and add it to active buttons.
• 📸 Click on the icon – the phone will immediately take a screenshot of the current screen.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi 7 firmware (especially Chinese) do not have the default screenshot icon in the notification bar. MIUI last-minute.

Power buttons + volumes

Three-finger gesture

Notification panel

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4. Scrolling screenshot (long page)

If you want to save an entire web page, chat or document that doesn't fit on a single screen, use the Scrolling Screenshot feature, which is available in MIUI 11 and later.

How to do this:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the lower right corner of the screen, tap on it.
3. In the editor that opens, select the “Scroll” option (the icon with two down arrows).
4. 📜 The phone will automatically scroll down the page and combine the pictures. Re-scroll if you want to capture more content.
5. Click "Ready" to save the result.

🔹 Limitations:

• 🌐 It doesn’t work in some apps (like TikTok or banking programs because of content protection).
• 📱 On Redmi 7 with 2 GB of RAM can slow down when scrolling long pages (more than 10 screens).
• 🔒 WhatsApp and Telegram screenshot chat will be without scrolling – only visible area.

5. Screenshot via Google's voice assistant

If the touch screen is not working or the buttons are jammed, you can take a screenshot with your voice, which requires an Internet connection and a Google Assistant activated.

Instructions:

• 🗣️ Say “OK Google” or hold the Home button to call the assistant.
• 📋 Dictate the command: “Take a screenshot” or “Screenshot».
• 📲 The assistant will confirm the execution and save the picture in the gallery.

⚠️ Note: Redmi 7 with Chinese firmware (China) ROM) Google Assistant can be disabled by default to activate it:

1. Install Google App from Play Market.
2. Launch the app and go through the voice setting.
3. Enable permission for the assistant in Settings → Apps → All apps → Google → Permissions.

6. Alternative methods: ADB and third-party applications

If standard methods don't work (for example, because of broken buttons), you can take a screenshot through ADB (Android Debug Bridge) or special utilities, this way for advanced users.

Method 1: Through ADB

1. 🖥️ Install Platform Tools on PC.
2. 📱 On the phone, turn on "Debugging by" USB» In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 7 times according to version, then return to Settings → Additionally. → For developers).
3. 🔌 Get Redmi on board. 7 To the computer and execute the command: adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png
4. 📤 Download the photo on PC: adb pull /sdcard/screen.png

Method 2: Screenshot applications

Play Market has utilities like Screenshot Easy or Super Screenshot that add additional features (like delaying a picture or editing), but require permission to “overlay other windows,” which can conflict with MIUI.

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ADB-The method is the only way to take a screenshot if the Redmi 7 doesn't have a sensor or buttons, but it requires a computer and technical skills.

Table: Comparison of all methods

Frequent problems and solutions

Even on a good Redmi 7, there are sometimes errors in the creation of screenshots, and let's look at the typical cases and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Screenshots are not saved

• 📂 Check the space in the memory: go to Settings → Memory and free up at least 500 MB.
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes system processes block saving.
• 🗑️ Delete the folder. DCIM/Screenshots manually (via file manager) and take a new photo – it will be created automatically.

Problem 2: The message “Can’t take a screenshot” appears

• 🔒 It's possible that the app is blocking screenshots (like Netflix or banking programs.
• 🛠️ Update. MIUI Up to the latest version in Settings → Updating the system.
• 📱 Reset the settings of the “Screen Pictures” application in Settings → Annexes → All applications → Screenshots → Warehouse → Drop it.

Problem 3: The buttons or gestures are not working

• 🔧 Check if Child Mode or Safe Mode is enabled (in which case many features are disabled).
• 🧹 Clear the system cache: Settings → Memory. → Cleanup → Cash.
• 🔄 If only one button (such as volume) doesn’t work, try taking a screenshot through the notification bar or voice assistant.

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If screenshots are taken but not displayed in the gallery, check the folder Pictures/Screenshots through a file manager (e.g. Mi File Explorer). MIUI Hiding them due to indexing error.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions