How to take a screenshot of Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite: all working ways in 2026

The Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (also known as the CC9 in China) is still a popular smartphone due to its balance of performance and price. But even years after its release, users are faced with basic questions such as how to take a screenshot. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods, including classic button combinations, MIUI gestures, voice commands and little-known functions for advanced users.

It's important to understand that the methods may vary depending on the firmware version. The Mi 9 Lite originally ran on MIUI 10 (Android 9), but many devices have already upgraded to MIUI 14 (Android 12/13). We'll take these nuances into account and point out where additional customization is needed. We'll also look at where screenshots are saved, how to edit and share them without unnecessary actions.

1. Classical method: button combination

The most versatile method that works on all versions of MIUI is the simultaneous pressing of physical buttons. On the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite, you need to:

1. Open the screen you want to capture (app, web page, settings).
2. Press the power button (right) and the volume down button (left) at the same time.
3. Hold them for about 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the screenshot.

If the picture didn't work out:

• 🔄 Try pressing buttons with a slight delay (power first, then volume).
• ⚡ Check if the buttons are locked in the settings (Settings) → Special facilities → Power button).
• 📱 Make sure the screen is not frozen (for example, in Do Not Disturb mode).

On the Mi 9 Lite with MIUI 12+, after you take a screenshot, a thumbnail appears in the lower right corner — click on it to edit or share it right away. This saves time if you need to quickly send a screenshot to the messenger.

2. Screenshot by gesture (three fingers)

The MIUI feature is the ability to take screenshots with a simple swipe, which is disabled by default, so you need to activate it first:

1. Go to Settings → Gesture Management → Screenshot by gesture.
2. Turn on the switch next to the Swipe option three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Set the gesture direction down or up.

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Open the screen.
2. Place three fingers (usually index, middle and ring fingers) on the screen.
3. Then, move them down (or up if you change the setting).

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Faster than pressing buttons – there is no risk of accidentally turning off the screen.
• 🎯 It works with one hand (if the fingers are flexible).
• 🔇 You can turn off the shutter sound in the gesture settings.

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If the gesture works accidentally (for example, when scrolling through the feed in social networks), reduce sensitivity in the settings or turn off the function.

3. Google Voice Assistant or Xiao AI

If buttons or gestures are not available (for example, when the screen breaks), you can use voice commands. There are two options available on the Mi 9 Lite:

Method 1: Google Assistant

Activate the assistant with the phrase “OK, Google” or press the Home button (if it’s physical), then say:

Take a screenshot.


or




Take a screenshot

Method 2: Xiao AI (Chinese version)

On firmware with Xiao AI (usually disabled on global versions):

1. Hold the Home button or say Hey, Xiao AI.
2. Say the command in Chinese: (jiétú - "screenshot").

Limitations of the voice method:

• 🔇 Does not work in Do Not Disturb or with the microphone turned off.
• 🌐 Xiao AI You may not understand English/Russian commands.
• ⚠️ In some applications (banks, instant messengers), the voice assistant is blocked for security reasons.

4. Screenshot via notification panel

The following is a little known method that works on MIUI 11+:

1. Turn the notification bar swipe down from the top edge of the screen.
2. Find the Screenshot tile (if not, click on the pencil icon to edit the tiles).
3. Slip it on it - the picture will be taken instantly.

If the tiles are not in quick settings:

1. Open Settings → Notification Panel → Order of tiles.
2. Find the screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.

Advantages of the method:

• 🖼️ No need to remember gestures or button combinations.
• 🔄 You can quickly take a series of screenshots in a row.
• 📱 It works even if one of the physical buttons is broken.

5. Advanced features: long screenshot and screen recording

Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite supports not only the usual pictures, but also:

Long (scrollable) screenshot

Useful for saving entire web pages or chats:

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way.
2. Immediately after the miniature appears, tap on it.
3. Select the Scrolling option (or Long Screenshot).
4. Wait for the screen to automatically scroll and save the extended shot.

Limitations:

• 🚫 It doesn’t work in some apps (e.g. Instagram, TikTok).
• ⚠️ Can crop dynamic content (video, animations).

Screen recording with sound

If you want to save not a static picture, but a video from the screen:

1. Deploy the notification panel.
2. Find the Screen Record tile (if not, add through editing).
3. Slip it on her and confirm the recording.
4. To stop, press the tile again or use the control panel.

Record settings:

6 Where are the screenshots saved and how to find them

By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/


or




Internal memory → DCIM → Screenshots

How to open the folder quickly:

• 📁 Through the Gallery: Open the app, select the album Screenshots.
• 🔍 Through the Explorer: Go to Internal Memory → Pictures → Screenshots.
• 📎 Through the thumbnail: after creating a screenshot, tap on its preview in the lower right corner.

If screenshots are not saved:

⚠️ Attention: Check the permissions for the Gallery app in Settings → Annexes → Permit management → Also make sure that the device has enough free space (minimum 500 MB).

Tips for managing screenshots:

• 🗑️ Clean Screenshots folder regularly – it can take several gigabytes.
• 📤 For quick sending, use the Share function directly from the thumbnail.
• ✏️ For editing (trimming, blurring), use the built-in editor in the Gallery.

7. Solving screenshot problems

If screenshots are not being created, check out the following points:

For complex cases (for example, if screenshots are not saved even after a reboot):

⚠️ Attention: Try clearing the Gallery app cache (Settings) → Annexes → gallery → Warehouse → If the problem persists, check the integrity of the file system through Settings → Memory. → Memory check.

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If neither method works, it's probably the firmware problem. Try updating MIUI to the latest version or resetting (pre-saving data!).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite