Taking a screenshot on the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite seems like a simple task — until you encounter unexpected nuances. The model supports several ways to take screenshots, but not all of them are equally convenient. For example, a classic combination of buttons may not work if the smartphone activates one-hand mode, and the gesture of triple touch sometimes conflicts with the launch of Google Assistant. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, including little-known ones (for example, through Quick Ball or voice commands), and also tell you where screenshots are saved and how to quickly edit them.
The Mi 10 Lite feature is the presence of AMOLED-screen-in-screen HDR10+, It's a very powerful way to get better screenshots, and it's a much more contrasting way to get these images, but it can also lose some shades in the dark areas. MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 14 (including the global and European versions) – results differ.If your smartphone is running on an older version, some features may not be available.
1. Classical method: button combination
The most reliable method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones is to press physical buttons simultaneously.
- 🔘 Power button (right) + volume-down button (left).
- 🕒 Hold both buttons for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see the animation.
- ⚡ If the smartphone does not respond, check if the buttons in the settings are blocked (Settings) → Additionally. → Buttons).
This method is universal, but has disadvantages:
- ❌ It is difficult to press two buttons at the same time with one hand (especially if you have a case).
- ❌ Risk of accidentally calling the power menu or changing the volume.
⚠️ Note: On some Mi 10 Lite firmware, prolonged button retention can activate Fastboot mode. If the screen goes out and the Mi Bunny logo appears, release the buttons and restart the device.
If the combination does not work, try an alternative:
- Press and hold the power button.
- Without letting go, press the volume button quickly.
- Release both buttons after the beep.
2.Gestural and triple touch
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite supports two types of gestures for screenshots:
- Triple touch (defaulted)
- Swipe with three fingers (down the screen).
To activate them:
- Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Gestures.
- Select a screenshot and turn on the desired option.
- For triple touch, you can adjust the sensitivity zone (the entire screen or only the bottom part).
| Gesture. | How it works | Pluses | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple touch. | Quickly touch the screen 3 times in a row | It works in any application | Could be an accident. |
| Swipe with three fingers | Swipe down the screen with three fingers. | Fewer false positives | Uncomfortable with one hand |
If the gestures don't work:
- 🔄 Reboot your smartphone.
- 🛠️ Check if the function conflicts with other gestures (e.g. Double Tap to Wake).
- 📱 Update the firmware to the latest version MIUI.
Enable the function in Settings → Gestures
Check for conflicts with other gestures
Reboot your phone after the changes
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3. Notification panel and Quick Ball
If physical buttons or gestures are uncomfortable, use software methods:
Method 1: The button in the notification panel
- Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
- Find the screenshot icon** (if not, click Edit and add it manually).
Method 2: Quick Ball (Floating Ball)
Quick Ball is a virtual button that can be placed anywhere on the screen, so you can activate it.
- Go to Settings → Additional → Quick Ball
- Turn on the function and adjust the position of the ball.
- In the Quick Ball menu, add the screenshot option**.
- Now just press the ball and select the desired item.
On the Mi 10 Lite with MIUI 14 Quick Ball firmware, you can immediately crop the screenshot or share it after you create it.
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If the screenshot icon disappears from the notifications panel after the update, reset the panel settings: Settings → Notifications → Additional → Reset the panel settings.
4. Voice Commands and Google Assistant
You can take a screenshot of the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite without touching the screen, using voice commands.
- Activate Google Assistant (hold the Home button or say “OK, Google”**).
- Say the command: “Take a screenshot” or “Photography of the screen.”
If the team is not working:
- 🔊 Check if the microphone is enabled for Google Assistant (Settings) → Annexes → Google → Permits).
⚠️ Note: Voice screenshots don’t work in banking apps and some games due to security restrictions, and they can be activated accidentally if you listen to music with lyrics (for example, in Spotify).
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5 Where are the screenshots saved and how to find them
By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite are saved in the folder:
/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/To find them quickly:
- Open the Gallery app (or Files).
If screenshots are not saved:
- 📸 Make sure your phone has enough memory (minimum 500MB of free space).
- 🔧 Check permissions for the Screenshots app** in Settings → Annexes → All applications → Screenshots.
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Screenshots are not saved | Lack of memory | Clear the cache or transfer the files to SD-map |
| Black screen on the screenshot | DRM restrictions (e.g. Netflix) | Use an external camera or other method |
| Screenshots blurred | Power saving mode activated | Turn it off in Settings → Battery |
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If screenshots are not saved in the gallery but take up space in memory, check the /storage/emulated/0/Pictures/.thumbnails folder – sometimes thumbnails are created and the files themselves are “lost” due to a failure.
6.Editing and sharing screenshots
After you take a screenshot of the Mi 10 Lite, you see a thumbnail in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- ✂️ Cut or rotate the image.
- 🎨 Add text, drawings or stickers.
- 📤 Share immediately through messengers or social networks.
- 🗑️ Delete the screenshot if you don’t need it.
For extended editing:
Save changes to the new file or re-write the original.
If the screenshot does not appear:
- 🔧 Enable the option in Settings → Additionally. → Showing screenshots thumbnails.
- 📱 Check if animations are disabled in Settings → The phone. → Additionally. → Window animation.
7. Challenges and solutions
Even on a reliable smartphone like the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite, you can have problems with screenshots.
Problem 1: The screenshot is black.
This is due to DRM protection in some applications (e.g. Netflix, Disney+, banking software).
- 📷 Take a picture of the screen with another camera (but the quality will be worse).
- 🔄 Enable Screenshot mode in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to Additional → For developers → Disable the protection of flagship functions).
- ⚠️ Attention: Disconnection DRM It may disrupt some services (e.g. Google Pay).
Problem 2: The button combination is not working
If the buttons do not respond:
- 🛠️ Check if one of the buttons is stuck (especially if the phone is falling).
- 🔧 Reset button settings in Settings → System system → Gestures → Buttons.
- 🔄 Restart your phone in Safe Mode (hold the power button) → Reboot in Safe Mode.If in Safe Mode screenshots are working, the problem is in a third-party app.
Problem 3: Screenshots are kept in low quality
This may be related to:
- 🔋 Power saving mode (turn it off in Settings) → Battery).
- 📱 Screen settings: check the resolution in Settings → Display. → Screen resolution (should be) FHD+).
- 🤖 Application restrictions (for example, in Telegram, screenshots from secret chats are saved compressed).
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If screenshots are saved in.png format but take up too much space, convert them to.jpg via the Photo Compress app (available on Google Play).