How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 7: all ways + problem solving

Introduction

Taking screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi 7 seems like a simple task — as long as you don’t come across unexpected nuances, like why sometimes a screenshot doesn’t save? Or how to take a screenshot if the power button is broken? This article will not just list the standard methods, but also reveal hidden MIUI features that even the official instructions don’t talk about.

The Redmi 7 (codenamed onc) was released in 2019, but is still actively used due to the balanced characteristics: the Snapdragon 632 processor, 2-4 GB of RAM and a 12 MP camera. However, with the release of new versions of MIUI 12/13/14, the logic of creating screenshots has changed a little – especially if you updated from the factory firmware. We tested all methods on current versions of the software and found the only reliable way to take a screenshot with a hung screen (spoiler: this is not a combination of buttons!).

1. Standard method: button combination

The classic method works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 7. You need to press two buttons at the same time:

• 🔘 Power button (right) + volume-down button (left).
• 🕒 Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see an animation screenshot.
• 📁 The picture is saved in the folder DCIM/Screenshots or Pictures/Screenshots.

⚠️ Note: If you have a shell installed MIUI 14+, Pressing buttons can accidentally activate Google Assistant or Quick Settings. To avoid this, press the buttons strictly at the same time, without delay.

If the screenshot is not saved, check:

1. A "Screenshot Save" notification is in the curtain.
2. Permissions for the Screenshots app in Settings → Apps → Permissions.
3. Free space in memory (minimum 50-100 MB required).

Screenshot by gesture (for MIUI 10–14 only)

Xiaomi's signature feature is to take three-finger screenshots, which is convenient if the power or volume buttons are faulty, and it activates like this:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot gestures.
2. Turn on the "Gestural Screenshot" switch.
3. Swipe three fingers from top to bottom across the screen (do not let them go until the animation appears).

⚠️ Note: The gesture may conflict with navigation (e.g. swipe down for notification curtains).If screenshots are created randomly, disable the feature or reconfigure it to Settings → Special facilities → Gestures.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Faster than the button combination (30–40%).
• 🛠️ It works with faulty physical buttons.
• 🎯 You can take a screenshot with one hand (if the screen is a screenshot). ≤5.5 inches).

3. Voice assistant (for MIUI 12+)

If you have Xiaomi Voice Assistant (or Google Assistant) enabled, you can take a screenshot with a voice command, which is useful when hands are busy or buttons are not available.

Instructions:

1. Activate Assistant: - For Xiaomi Assistant: Say "Hi Mi" or press the home button. - For Google Assistant: Say "OK, Google."
2. Say the command: "Take a screenshot" (for Xiaomi Assistant). - "Screenshot" (for Google Assistant).

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work if:

• 🔇 The microphone for the assistant is turned off in Settings → Confidentiality → Microphone permissions.
• 🌐 No Internet connection (required for voice processing).
• 🔋 Battery level of charge <15% (The assistant is switched off to save energy).

4. Screenshot through the Quick Settings panel

A little-known way is to use a notification bar, which works on all versions of MIUI, but requires preconfiguration:

1. Open the notification curtain with two fingers (to see all icons).
2. Find the "Screenshot" button (scissors icon) 🖼️). If it's not there: - Slip on "Edit" (pencil) ✏️). - Drag the screenshot icon to the active area.
3. Press the button and the screenshot will be taken instantly.

Advantages of the method:

• 🎛️ No need to remember button combinations.
• 🔄 It works even if the gestures are disabled.
• 📱 You can use it with one hand.

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If the screenshot button is missing after the MIUI update, reset the notification panel settings: Settings → Notifications → Additional → Reset the panel settings.

5. Screenshot with the screen hanging (emergency method)

If the Redmi 7 is stuck and doesn't respond to touch, the standard methods won't work, and then the hardware combination that works at the system level will help.

1. Press the power button + volume button for 10-15 seconds.
2. Release the buttons when the screen goes out and lights up again (this is a sign of a reboot).
3. Immediately after the Redmi logo appears, press the power button + volume reduction - this will take a screenshot of the boot screen (if you need to save information about the failure).

⚠️ Note: This method doesn’t save a screenshot to the gallery — it sends it to the gallery. /data/log/screenshot, available only through ADB Or a recovery mode. It's easier for ordinary users to wait for a reboot and use standard methods.

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An emergency screenshot is the only way to capture a system error (such as a bootloop or black screen), but it requires root rights to extract the file.

6.Problems and solutions

Even on a serviceable Redmi. 7 There may be errors in the way you take screenshots.-5 problems and solutions:

If none of the methods work, check:

• 🛠️ Firmware integrity: reflash the device through the Mi Flash Tool (instructions on the official Xiaomi website).
• 🔧 The performance of the buttons: test them in Settings → The phone. → Diagnostics.
• 📱 Root rights: Some apps (like Screencast) block screenshots on rooted devices.

FAQ: Frequent questions