How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 7: all ways with photos and videos

Xiaomi Redmi 7 is one of the most popular budget smartphones of 2019, and is still in active use. Despite the simplicity of the MIUI interface, many users have difficulty trying to take a screenshot of the screen, especially for those who have recently switched from iPhones or other brands, where keyboard combinations may differ.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can capture a screenshot on Redmi 7, from the standard hotkeys to the hidden features of the MIUI 10/11/12 shell. You’ll learn how to save screenshots with gestures, power buttons, and even voice commands. And we’ll also tell you where screenshots are saved, how to edit and share them without unnecessary actions.

If you've ever lost important information from a screen because you didn't have time to take a picture, or just want to optimize the process, this is for you. Redmi 7 has a unique Screenshot Scrolling feature that allows you to capture a whole long web page or chat — this is not something that many people know!

1. Standard method: Power + Volume Down button combination

This is the most reliable and versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 7. It does not depend on the firmware version and does not require additional configurations.

1. Open on the screen what you want to capture (message, photo, page in the browser, etc.).
2. Press two buttons at the same time: 🔘 Power button (right, used to lock the screen) 🔊 Volume down button (also right, bottom)

1-2 seconds

If the photo didn’t come out the first time, check:

• ✋ Do you press buttons at the same time, not in turn.
• 🔋 Is the battery enough (at a level below 5%, some functions may be blocked).
• 📱 No mechanical damage to the buttons (for example, after a fall).

On Redmi 7, after a successful screenshot, a thumbnail will appear at the top of the screen. Click on it to immediately open the editor and crop, add text or a picture. If the thumbnail does not appear, check the notification settings (more on this below).

⚠️ Warning: If you use a magnetic lock case (like a book), make sure it doesn't block the buttons. Sometimes the magnet activates sleep mode and the screenshot isn't saved.

2. Alternative method: Menu button (for MIUI 10 and older)

Not everyone knows, but the Xiaomi Redmi 7 can be screenshotd without using physical buttons, and this is a virtual menu button (three dots at the bottom of the screen), which is convenient if the mechanical keys are broken or you prefer to control the phone with one hand.

Instructions:

1. Open the screen you want (like a WhatsApp dialog or a page in Chrome).
2. Press and hold the virtual menu button (three dots) for 2-3 seconds.
3. In the menu that appears, select the Screenshot (scissors icon).

This method only works if you have a navigation bar with three buttons (Back, Home, Menu) in your settings. If you have gesture navigation (swipes), switch temporarily:

Settings → Display → Full-screen mode → Navigation buttons

The advantage of this method is that it does not risk accidentally turning off the phone (as happens when you press Power + Volume Down), but it is less intuitive for beginners.

3. Screenshot by gesture: three-toed swipe down

One of the most convenient ways to do this is to gesture a screenshot, which is disabled by default on Redmi 7, but it's easy to activate, and it's ideal for those who often take screenshots and want to save time.

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot gestures.
2. Activate the swipe switch with three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Enable the screenshot Preview option to see the thumbnail after capture.

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Open the screen.
2. Swipe three fingers from top to bottom across the display (as if you were “shaking off” the screen).
3. The shutter sound and animation will confirm the successful preservation.

This method is particularly convenient for:

• 🎮 Players (no need to take their hands off the controls).
• 📱 Users with large screens (no need to reach the buttons).
• 🔄 Quickly create a series of screenshots (for example, for instructions).

⚠️ Warning: If the gesture doesn't work, check if it conflicts with other features (such as Smart Assistant or Game Turbo.

4 Scrolling Screenshot: How to Capture a Long Page

Xiaomi’s unique feature, Scrolling Screenshot, allows you to save entire chats, web pages or lists (such as in-app order history), and works in most applications on Redmi 7, except for some games and banking programs.

How to use:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail of the picture appears at the top of the screen, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait for the phone to automatically scroll through the page and combine the footage into one long shot.
5. Save the result with the Ready button.

Limitations of function:

If the function does not work, try:

• 🔄 Update the app you are trying to scroll through.
• 📱 Reboot your phone (sometimes helps with crashes) MIUI).
• 🛠️ Clear the cache of the system application Screenshots in the settings.

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If you want to save the entire web page, but the scrolling doesn’t work, use PC mode in Chrome. After that, a standard screenshot captures all the content without cropping.

5.Voice assistant: Screenshot on command

Redmi 7 can take a screenshot without touching the screen, either with Google Assistant or Xiao AI (for Chinese firmware), which is convenient if you’re busy or want to impress your friends.

Instructions for Google Assistant:

1. Activate the assistant with your voice (OK, Google) or hold the Home button.
2. Tell the command: Take a screenshot or take a picture of the screen.
3. Confirm the action (if required).

For Xiao AI (if installed):

1. Hold the Home button or say (for the Chinese version).
2. Say: (in Chinese, "screenshot").

Limitations of the voice method:

• 🎤 A stable internet connection is required to recognize the command.
• 🔇 In noisy places, the assistant may not recognize the voice.
• 🔒 Does not work in some applications (e.g. banking or high security).

If the voice assistant does not respond:

• Check if it is enabled in the settings: Settings → Apps → All apps → Google → Notifications → Voice input.
• Update the Google app in the Play Market.
• Switch the recognition language to Russian (if English is used).

6 Where are the screenshots saved and how to find them

By default, all screenshots on Redmi 7 are saved to the Screenshots folder (or Screenshots in Russian) in the phone's internal memory. However, the path may vary depending on the MIUI version and settings.

How to find screenshots:

1. Open the Gallery app (flower icon).
2. Go to the Albums section. → Screenshots.
3. Or use the file manager: Internal drive → DCIM → Screenshots

If the screenshots are not displayed:

To make it easier to access screenshots:

• 📁 Add Screenshots to your favorites in the file manager.
• 🔄 Set up automatic upload to the cloud (Google Photos or Mi Cloud).
• 📤 Use the Gallery widget on the home screen for quick access.

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Screenshots on Redmi 7 are saved in.png format with a resolution corresponding to the screen (720×1520 pixels) and can be edited immediately in the standard Editor app or sent via instant messengers without compression.

7 Additional Features: Editing and Fast Submission

Once you have created a screenshot on Redmi 7, you can edit it or share it without saving it, saving time if you need to send it quickly to a friend or colleague.

How to edit a screenshot immediately after you create:

1. Take a screenshot of the screen in any way.
2. Slip on the thumbnail that appears in the upper left corner.
3. Tools are available in the editor: ✂️ Cutting (change of image boundaries). 🖊️ Drawing (brushes, markers, eraser). 📝 Text (addition of inscriptions). 🔲 Mosaic (closure of personal data). 🎨 Filters (change in brightness, contrast).

Ready.

How to quickly share a screenshot:

1. After you create a screenshot, tap on the thumbnail.
2. At the bottom of the screen, select the Share icon (arrow).
3. Select the application (WhatsApp, Telegram, VK, etc.).
4. Send the photo without saving in the gallery (optional).

Solution: Restart your phone or take a screenshot in another way (e.g. via the menu button).