How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9 with NFC: all ways + secret chips

Xiaomi Redmi 9 with NFC is one of the most popular budget smartphones with support for contactless payments, but many users still do not know all the features of its software. Screenshots on this device can be done not only in the standard way through buttons, but also with gestures, voice commands and even through Quick Ball, a floating panel from Xiaomi. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, including little-known tricks for MIUI 12, 13 and 14.

The Redmi 9 NFC has a different firmware from region to region (Global, EEA, China) that affects the availability of certain features — for example, the Chinese version of MIUI has screenshot gestures disabled by default, and we've taken these into account and prepared universal instructions that work on all device modifications, and you'll learn how to edit screenshots immediately after creation and where to find saved screenshots.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

This is the most reliable method that works on all versions of MIUI and is independent of regional firmware, and works even if you have your gestures disabled or your touch screen broken (provided the physical buttons are in good working order).

To take a screenshot:

1. Open the desired screen (message, page in the browser, settings, etc.).
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

If the screenshot didn't work out:

• 🔄 Try pressing buttons with a small delay (first power, after 0.5 seconds - volume).
• 📱 Check if the buttons are locked in the settings → Additionally. → Buttons.
• 🔊 Make sure the sound of the system is not turned off – without it, you can miss the signal to create a screen.

⚠️ Note: Some of the firmware Redmi 9 NFC Long-term retention of power and volume buttons can cause the menu to reboot. If that happens, release the buttons and try again, but with a shorter press.

The screen is unlocked and active

The power and volume buttons are not stuck

System sound on (for signal)

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2. Three-finger gesture for quick screenshot

This only works on MIUI 12 and later, but it's much more convenient than buttons -- especially if you take screenshots a lot. It's enabled in settings, and you can create a screenshot in one motion.

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the option “Three finger screenshot” and activate it.
3. Choose the action: Swipe down (recommended) or Touch and hold.

How to use:

• 👆 Swipe three fingers across the screen from top to bottom (if you have chosen swipe).
• 👇 Or touch the screen with three fingers and hold for 1 second (if you choose the second option).
• 🎨 After creating a screenshot, an editing panel will appear - you can immediately crop or add text.

If the gesture doesn't work,

• 🔧 Restart your phone – sometimes the feature resets after updates.
• 📲 Check if the gesture conflicts with other functions (e.g., Split screen).
• 🌐 On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) This gesture can be disabled by default – manual activation will be required through the Developer Settings.

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3. Screenshot via Quick Ball (floating panel)

Quick Ball is a unique MIUI feature that adds a floating button with quick access to frequently used activities, including screenshots, to the screen. especially useful for users with large screens or if physical buttons are difficult to press.

How to turn on Quick Ball:

1. Open Settings → Additional features → Quick Ball
2. Activate the switch in the upper corner.
3. Customize the appearance (size, transparency) and position of the button on the screen.
4. In the Quick Actions section, add the Screenshot option (if it is not available by default).

How to take a screenshot:

1. Click on the Quick Ball floating button (by default, a white circle with a dot).
2. In the menu that appears, select the screenshot icon (usually scissors or screen thumbnails).
3. The picture will be saved in the gallery, and at the top of the screen will appear the editing panel.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI Quick Ball button has disappeared, check if it is disabled in the availability settings (Settings) → Special facilities → Quick Ball. In some firmware, the function moves between partitions.

4. Google Voice Assistant or Alice

If you have your hands busy or your buttons are not working, you can take a voice screenshot, which is suitable for both the built-in Google Assistant and Alice from Yandex (if installed), the method works on all versions of MIUI, but requires an Internet connection to recognize the command.

Using Google Assistant:

1. Activate the assistant with your voice (OK, Google) or hold the Home button.
2. Say “take a screenshot” or “screenshot”.
3. Confirm the action in the window that appears (required for security).

With Alice's help:

1. Open the Yandex app or activate Alice with your voice.
2. Say, "Alice, take a screenshot."
3. If the team didn’t work, check the permissions for Alice in Settings → Applications → Yandex → Permissions.

Limitations of the method:

• 🔇 Does not work in Do Not Disturb or if the microphone is turned off.
• 📵 Requires Internet connection to process voice commands.
• 🔒 On some screens (e.g. banking apps), voice screenshots may be blocked for security reasons.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try saying it differently: instead of “screenshot,” say “screenshot” or “screenshot.”

5. Screenshot via the notification menu (for MIUI 14)

The latest versions of MIUI (starting with 14) have the ability to take screenshots directly from the notification bar, which is convenient if you don’t want to remember gestures or button combinations. The feature is not available on all firmware, but on Redmi 9 NFC with the updated MIUI works steadily.

How to take a screenshot:

1. Open the notification bar by swiping your finger from top to bottom.
2. Find the Screenshot button (usually located next to the brightness or in the Quick Settings section).
3. Click on it, the picture will be taken instantly.

If no button:

• 🔧 Try adding it manually: click on the Edit icon (pencil) in the notification bar and drag the Screenshot to active shortcuts.
• 📱 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version – in the old firmware this option may not be.
• 🔄 Restart your phone if the button disappears after the update.

6.Where to find and how to edit screenshots

By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi 9 NFC are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots folder (or Pictures → Screenshots in some firmware).

• 📁 Gallery (in the album Screenshots).
• 🔍 Conductor (internal memory) → DCIM/Screenshots).
• 🌐 Google Photos (if synchronization is enabled).

How to edit a screenshot immediately after you create:

1. After removing the screen in the upper part of the screen will appear a thumbnail – click on it.
2. Opens a built-in editor with tools: ✂️ Cutting – changing the boundaries of the image. 🖌️ Drawing - brushes, markers, eraser. 📝 Text - addition of inscriptions. 🌈 Filters - Color correction. 🔍 Blurring – Hiding confidential information.

"Save."

⚠️ Note: If you take a screenshot in a bank or secure messenger (e.g. Telegram with secret chats), the picture may not be saved or will be black. MIUI, which blocks the creation of screens on protected screens.

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The fastest way is to make a three-finger gesture, the most reliable is to make a power button + volume. For frequent screenshots, set up a Quick Ball or notification bar.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi 9 NFC