How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Poco X3: all ways + secret chips

Xiaomi Poco X3 is one of the most popular smartphones in the budget segment, but even its owners sometimes face the question: how to quickly take a screenshot of the screen? There are actually more ways than you think! In this article, you will find not only standard keyboard combinations, but also hidden MIUI features, gestures for screenshots, and the solution of typical problems (for example, when the picture is obtained in black).

We tested all the methods on the Poco X3 NFC and Poco X3 Pro with the latest firmware versions (including MIUI 14 based on Android 13). If you have a different version, don't worry: most of the methods work on older builds. And at the end of the article you will find FAQs with answers to frequent questions, such as where screenshots are saved and how to edit them right after you create them.

Method 1: Standard key combination (always working)

This is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Poco X3. It does not depend on the firmware version or installed applications.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (for example, a dialog in the messenger or a page in the browser).
2. Press two buttons at the same time: Volume down + Power.
3. Hold them for about 1 second until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the screenshot.

⚠️ Note: If you press the buttons too long (more than 2 seconds), the smartphone may interpret this as an attempt to turn off or reset.

Where to look for the finished shot? By default, screenshots are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots folder. You can also find them in the gallery - they are marked with a special scissors icon in the upper right corner.

Heard camera shutter sound | There is animation at the bottom of the screen | There is a preview screenshot in the top notification panel | File appeared in Screenshots-->

Method 2: Three finger gesture (fastest)

If you're tired of pressing buttons, you can gesture the screenshot. This is a MIUI feature that allows you to take a screenshot just by swiping three fingers across the display. Here's how to set it up:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select the screenshot with three fingers.
3. Activate the switch and select the gesture direction (usually from top to bottom).

Now to take a screenshot:

• 👆 Put three fingers on the screen (for example, index, middle and ring fingers).
• 📱 Quickly swipe them from top to bottom (as if you were swiping the screen).
• 🎯 The picture is saved, and the top panel will have a preview of it.

💡 Useful tip: If the gesture doesn't work, check if the protective glass or cover is blocking it. Also make sure the gesture settings are in the right direction (sometimes the default is bottom-up, which is less convenient).

Method 3: Quick settings panel (for lazy)

Not everyone knows, but Poco X3 can take a screenshot directly from the notification panel, a method that is convenient if you need to capture the screen, but the volume or power buttons do not work (for example, due to a physical breakdown).

Instructions:

1. Open the screen you want to save.
2. Smash the notification bar from top to bottom (with one finger).
3. Find the Screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a rectangle with a curved angle) and if it's not there, tap it on a pencil (Edit) and add it to the panel.
4. Click on the icon – the picture will be taken instantly.

⚠️ Note: In some Poco firmware X3 (Especially custom) the screenshot icon may not be in the default panel, in which case add it manually or use another method.

Method 4: Voice command (for fans of “smart” functions)

If you have Google Assistant or Alice on, you can take a voice screenshot, which is especially handy when your hands are busy or your buttons are not working.

With Google Assistant:

1. Say, “OK Google,” or hold the Home button to activate the assistant.
2. Say the command: "Take a screenshot."
3. Confirm the action (if required).

With Alice:

1. Activate Alice with your voice (“Hello Alice”) or click on her icon in the Yandex search box.
2. Say, "Take a screenshot of the screen."

⚠️ Note: Voice assistants may not work in some applications (e.g. banking or gaming) due to security limitations.

Method 5: Third-party applications (for advanced functions)

If there's not enough built-in methods, you can install specialized utilities that allow you to do:

• 📸 Delayed screenshots (useful for grabbing menus that disappear when you click).
• 🎨 Edit immediately after creation (short, blur, add text).
• 📂 Automatic upload to the cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox).
• 📱 Screenshots of long pages (scroll screenshots).

Top.-3 POCO X3:

1. Screenshot Easy is a simple and lightweight tool with gesture support.
2. LongShot – to capture long web pages and chats.
3. Screen Master – with editor and screen recording function.

💡 Useful tip: Before installing third-party apps, check their ratings and reviews. Some utilities may request suspicious permissions (for example, access to the app). SMS or contacts – this is a sign of potentially dangerous software.

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If screenshots are not saved after installing the application, check the permissions in Settings → Apps → Permissions → Storage and enable access to files.

Problem Solving: Screenshots don’t work or turn black

Sometimes, Poco X3 users find that the screenshot is not created or saved blank (black screen).

• 🔋 Low battery (less than 5%) Some features MIUI They're switching off to save energy.
• 📱 Faulty buttons. If Volume or Power is not working, use a three-finger gesture or notification panel.
• 🔒 Application limitations: Some programs (banks, secure messengers) block screenshots. Try another method or turn off protection in the application settings.
• 📲 Firmware failure. Restart your phone or update it. MIUI last-minute.

If the screenshot is kept black:

1. Check if the energy saving mode is included in the battery settings.
2. Turn off the Dark Theme (sometimes the bug appears when it is activated).
3. Update the app you’re taking a picture in (such as Instagram or VK).

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If the problem persists after all the manipulations, try resetting to factory settings (but don’t forget to back up the data!).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Poco X3