How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro: all the ways from standard to hidden

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro is a flagship smartphone with powerful hardware and a proprietary shell MIUI, which offers users several ways to create screenshots. But not all owners know about all the features: someone for years uses only a combination of buttons, and someone does not even know about the existence of gestures or voice control. In this article, we will analyze all available methods – from basic to little-known – and also tell you how to edit and save screenshots as efficiently as possible.

The Mi 10T Pro features scrollable screenshots and integration with the Xiaomi Cloud, and depending on the MIUI version (which was MIUI 12 out of the box, but now MIUI 14+ is relevant), some features can work in different ways. We took all the nuances into account and prepared a universal guide that will be suitable for other Mi 10/10T models.

1. Classical method: button combination

The most reliable and versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones is the simultaneous pressing of physical buttons. On the Mi 10T Pro, you need to create a screenshot:

1. Hold the power button (right) and the volume button (left) for 1-2 seconds.
2. Wait for the characteristic shutter sound (if the sound is on) and visual animation on the screen.
3. The screenshot will automatically be saved to the gallery in the Screenshots folder.

⚠️ Attention: If you press buttons longer than 3 seconds, the smartphone may interpret this as an attempt to force a reboot or call the Recovery menu. 10T This is especially true because of the sensors.

This method works even if the touch screen is not responding (for example, when the interface freezes), making it indispensable in emergency situations. However, it has a disadvantage: with frequent use, mechanical buttons can wear out faster.

2. Three-finger gesture - quick screenshot without buttons

The MIUI feature is the ability to take screenshots with a gesture, and the default feature on the Mi 10T Pro is a three-finger down gesture to use:

1. Touch the screen with three fingers at the same time (usually index, middle and ring).
2. Swipe down the screen with a little pressing (as with a swipe to return).
3. The screenshot will be taken immediately, without delay.

If the gesture does not work, check its settings:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the Screenshot item with a triple touch and make sure the slider is active.
3. If necessary, calibrate the sensor by selecting Sensitivity.

⚠️ Attention: Mi 10T Pro with film or low-quality glass installed, the gesture can be triggered in a few times, in which case try to increase the sensitivity of the screen or remove the protection.

3.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

If you have Xiaomi's voice assistant enabled (or Google Assistant), you can take voice screenshots, which is convenient when hands are busy or buttons are not available.

• 🎤 Activate the assistant by saying “OK, Google” or holding the home button (if Xiaomi Assistant is configured).
• 📱 Tell the command to “take a screenshot” or “Photograph the screen».
• 📁 The assistant will confirm the action and save the screenshot in the gallery.

For this method to work, it is necessary:

• Internet connection (for Google Assistant)
• Enabled access to the microphone for the assistant app.
• Active voice control function in settings (Settings → Applications → Assistant).

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To speed up the process, add the Screenshot command to the list of quick phrases in the voice assistant settings.

On the Mi 10T Pro with MIUI 14+, voice commands work even on a locked screen (if voice unlock is enabled), but you can’t take a screenshot of a locked screen – this is a security limitation.

4. Scrolling screenshot (long screen)

One of the most useful functions MIUI — the ability to create screenshots of long pages (such as chats, websites or lists). 10T Pro works like 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, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the smartphone automatically scrolls through the page and connects the parts into one long screen.

⚠️ Note: the feature does not work in all applications. for example, in Telegram or WhatsApp long screens are created without problems, and in some banking applications or games, the option can be blocked.

If you don’t get a long screen, try:

• 🔄 Update the application to the latest version.
• 📱 Reboot your smartphone (sometimes helps when you crash) MIUI).
• 🛠️ Clear the cache of the application Screenshots in the settings.

5. Screenshot via notification panel (quick access)

A little-known but convenient way to do this is to add a screenshot shortcut to the notification bar, so you don't have to remember gestures or button combinations.

1. Deploy the notification panel by swiping two fingers from the top edge of the screen.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Edit (pencil).
3. Find a screenshot shortcut in the list and drag it to the active area.
4. Save the changes.

Now it is enough to create a screenshot:

1. Deploy the notification panel.
2. Click on the Screenshot icon.

This method is particularly useful for users who often take screenshots in games or apps where buttons or gestures may interfere. For example, in PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact, randomly pressing buttons can lead to a loss, and a shortcut in the notification bar works without risk.

6.Editing and managing screenshots

After you take a screenshot of the Mi 10T Pro, you see a thumbnail in the lower right corner of the screen, and you tap on it, and you open the built-in editor with the basic functions:

• ✏️ Drawing (brushes, markers, eraser).
• 📝 Text (addition of inscriptions with choice of font and color).
• 🖼️ Trimming (change of screenshot boundaries).
• 🔍 Blurring (hiding confidential information).
• 📤 Share (fast sending to messengers or the cloud).

If the standard editor is not enough, you can use third-party applications, for example:

• Adobe Photoshop Express is for professional processing.
• Markup Hero – for annotations and markup.
• Screenshot Touch – to add arrows and stickers.

⚠️ Warning: When editing screenshots with sensitive information (passwords, bank details), always check that the original file is deleted or securely encrypted. MIUI There is a function of Safe folder (Settings) → Confidentiality → Safe folder where sensitive screenshots can be moved.

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Screenshots with bank details or passwords should be removed from the gallery immediately after use – they can become a target for malicious applications.

Also on the Mi 10T Pro, you can automatically upload screenshots to Xiaomi Cloud to enable it:

1. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Turn on the sync for the gallery.
3. Make sure that the gallery settings allow screenshots to be uploaded (Gallery settings → Cloud).

7. Screenshot problems and their solutions

Sometimes Mi 10T Pro users find that screenshots are not saved, black or scrolling, and the problems and ways to fix them are:

If none of the methods worked, try resetting your gesture settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset gesture settings.
3. Confirm the action and restart the device.

In extreme cases, it can help to update MIUI to the latest version or roll back to factory settings (don’t forget to make a backup!).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Mi 10T Pro