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

Why you need screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro and what to do if they are not saved

Screenshots on the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro are not just a way to save information from the screen, but a full-fledged tool for work, learning and even creativity. You can capture important messages in instant messengers, save performance tests (such as AnTuTu or Geekbench), share camera settings with friends or document errors in applications for support. But what if standard methods do not work? Or screenshots are saved in low resolution?

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can take screenshots on the Mi 10 Pro (including the hidden features of MIUI 12/13/14), explain why screenshots are sometimes not saved, and show you how to automate the process with gestures and voice commands, and also tell you where screenshots go missing if they’re not in the gallery, and how to return lost files.

Important: Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro (model umi) was released in 2020 with Android 10 on board, but many users have already upgraded to MIUI 14 based on Android 13. The methods of creating screenshots may slightly differ depending on the firmware version - we will specify all the nuances.

Method 1: Classic button combination – Power + Volume Down

It is a versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Mi 10 Pro.

1. Open on the screen what you want to fix (for example, a page in the browser or a dialogue in Telegram).
2. At the same time, press the Power button (right) and the Volume Down button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Note: If you press buttons longer than 3 seconds, your smartphone can interpret this as a command to force a reboot (especially on older versions). MIUI). Also, avoid pressing during an active call – this will interrupt the connection.

Where to look for a ready screenshot? By default, files are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or through the gallery: open the Photos app → Screenshots album.

Method 2: Three fingers down gesture – how to set up and use

MIUI's signature feature is the ability to take screenshots with one motion across the screen, which is useful when the power or volume buttons are faulty, or when you hold your smartphone with one hand, and this is how to activate it:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Gesture for a screenshot.
2. Turn on the swipe switch three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Set up a Long Screenshot for scrollable pages (works in the browser and some applications).

Now, to take a screenshot:

• 👆 Place three fingers on the screen (for example, index, middle and ring fingers).
• 📱 Quickly swipe them from top to bottom (as if you swipe the contents down).
• 🎯 Release your fingers after vibration - screenshot ready!

🔹 Tip: If the gesture doesn't work, check if it conflicts with other features (like Smart Assistant or Game Turbo). Also, clean the screen of moisture or dirt - the sensor may not recognize touch.

Method 3: Voice command via Google Assistant or XiaoAI

If you have busy hands or smartphone buttons are not working, you can take a screenshot with your voice, either the built-in XiaoAI (Chinese version of the assistant) or Google Assistant will do.

Option 1: Google Assistant (for global firmware)

1. Activate the assistant with your voice: say OK, Google or press the Home button (if you have one).
2. Say the command: Take a screenshot or Make a screenshot (in English it works more stable).

Option 2: XiaoAI (for Chinese firmware)

Press the Power button for 1 second to call XiaoAI, then say in Chinese:

(Jiétú)

Or in English: Take a screenshot.

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work in some applications (e.g. banking or security-enhanced) and make sure that the assistant has access to Warehouse and Microphone in the resolution settings.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try re-forming it: instead of “screenshot,” say “take a picture of the screen” or “save the screen.”

Method 4: Quick Settings Panel – Hidden Screenshot Button

Few people know, but MIUI has a built-in screenshot button right in the notification bar, and here's how to find it and use it:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Swipe down again to turn the full panel around.
3. Find the Screenshot icon (usually hidden under the Edit button).
4. Click on it – the screenshot will be taken instantly.

If the button is not in the panel:

• 🔧 Click Edit (pencil in upper right corner).
• 📱 Find a screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.
• 💾 Save the changes.

Important: On some versions of MIUI, the screenshot button may not be present in the notification panel due to manufacturer restrictions (e.g. firmware for the European market).

Method 5: Screenshot via ADB for advanced users

If standard methods don’t work (for example, because of a button break or a firmware failure), you can take a screenshot via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer and minimal command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your smartphone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times to become a developer) → Back to Additional → For Developers → Debugging over USB.
2. Connect the Mi 10 Pro to the PC via USB-cable (original!).
3. Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb devices

(Your phone should be displayed. If not, install Xiaomi USB Drivers.)

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png

This command saves a screenshot in the root folder of the storage under the name screen.png.

🔹 Note: For high-resolution screenshots (e.g., for QHD+ mit 10 Pro) add a parameter -d:

adb shell screencap -p -d 3 /sdcard/screen_highres.png

Where are the screenshots stored and how to recover them if they are missing

By default, screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro are saved in:

If the screenshots are missing:

1. Check the Recycle Bin folder in the gallery (files are stored there for 30 days).
2. Use a file manager (such as Mi File Manager) and enable the display of hidden files.
3. Use recovery utilities like DiskDigger or Recuva (requires root permissions for deep scanning).

⚠️ Note: If you use cloud backup (Mi Cloud or Google Photos), check if screenshots have been automatically deleted from local storage after uploading to the cloud. Google Photos has an option to Free up space that deletes local copies.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even on a flagship like the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro, users have difficulty taking screenshots, and here are the most common situations and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: Screenshots are not saved

• 📱 Reason: Not enough space on the device. Solution: clear the cache or transfer the files to the device. SD-map.
• 🔧 Reason: Media Provider malfunction. Solution: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Show system-based → Media Provider → Warehouse → Clear the data.
• 🚫 Reason: Corporate policy restrictions (if the phone is used for work) Solution: contact the administrator MDM.

Problem 2: Screenshots are made black

This is a typical problem when trying to take a screenshot in:

• 🎮 Cheat-protected games (e.g, PUBG Mobile, Genshin Impact).
• 🏦 Banking applications (Sberbank Online, Tinkoff).
• 📺 Annexes with DRM-Protection (Netflix, Disney)+).

Decisions:

• Use Google Assistant (sometimes bypasses restrictions).
• Connect your phone to your PC and take a screenshot via scrcpy (screen streaming).
• Take a picture of the screen with another device (if privacy permits).

Problem 3: The three-finger gesture doesn't work

Check it out.

• 🔄 Is the gesture enabled in the settings (Special features) → Screenshot gesture).
• 📱 Does it conflict with other gestures (such as Smart Assistant or Double Tap to Wake).
• 🛠️ Are there third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher) that can block system gestures.

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If none of the methods work, try resetting MIUI to factory settings (but back up first!). 90% of the time, this solves software failures with the creation of screenshots.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions