How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: all the ways from standard to hidden

Smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 9T his 6,53-inch-screen 2340×1080 It's often used to view content, play games, and document work, and it raises a logical question: How quickly do you save what's on display? Screenshots on Redmi. 9T You can do it in at least five different ways, from the classic button combination to voice commands and gestures, but not all of them are equally comfortable in different situations.

In this article, you will find not only basic instructions, but also hidden features of MIUI 12/13/14 that allow you to take screenshots of long pages, record a screen with sound or save pictures directly to the cloud without unnecessary action.

1. Classic method: power buttons + volume

The most reliable and versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 9T. Suitable even if the touch screen does not respond or the mode for the visually impaired is turned on.

1. Open on the screen what you want to capture (message, map, fragment of the game).
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-1.5 seconds until you hear the shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Warning: If you press the buttons longer than 2 seconds, a forced reboot will work. 9T This is especially true because of the sensitive mechanical buttons, and you can't take a screenshot if you have a screenshot:

• 🔒 The screen is locked (you need to unlock the phone first).
• 🎮 A button-locking game is launched (e.g. Genshin Impact or PUBG Mobile).
• 📱 Do not disturb with disabling notifications.

Where to look for a screenshot? By default, files are saved to the DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots folder. In MIUI 14, a thumbnail appears in the lower right corner, click on it to edit or share immediately.

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If screenshots are saved in low quality, check the camera settings: go to Settings → Apps → Camera → Screenshot resolution and select High (1080p).

2. The three-finger gesture is faster than the buttons

A MIUI signature feature that saves time and eliminates button search, to activate this way:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Special features → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot option with three fingers and turn it on.
3. Check the work: swipe down the screen with three fingers at the same time (no pauses!).

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Faster than pressing buttons (especially with one hand).
• 🎯 Works in games where power/volume buttons are blocked.
• 🔄 You can adjust the direction of the gesture (up or down).

⚠️ Warning: If the gesture doesn’t work, make sure that:

• 🧴 There are no greasy spots or moisture on the screen (the sensor does not recognize touch).
• 👆 You use three fingers, two or four will not work.
• 📱 The settings do not include the mode For left-handed (can change the logic of gestures).

Gamer tip: MIUI 13+ allows you to make a double-touch gesture on the back (in the settings Additional → Physical buttons).

3. Notification panel: screenshot in one tap

If you don't want to remember gestures or button combinations, MIUI has a built-in button for screenshots. Here's how to find it:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Swipe down again (or twice on some versions of MIUI) to open the full panel.
3. Find the Screenshot icon (scissors in the background of the screen) and tap it.

If no button:

• 🔧 Click on the icon. ⚙️ Edit in the upper right corner of the panel.
• 🔄 Drag the screenshot button to the active area.
• 💾 Save the changes.

The advantages of this method:

• 👆 No need to remember combinations – everything is in sight.
• 🔄 You can take a screenshot even with the screen locked (if the option is enabled in the security settings).
• 📱 It works 100% of the time, unlike gestures that can glitch.

The downside: it takes two swipes, which is longer than a gesture or a button.

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4.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

On the Redmi 9T with MIUI 12+, you can take screenshots with your voice, conveniently if your hands are busy or the screen is dirty.

1. Activate Google Assistant (long-press Home) or XiaoAI (branded Xiaomi Assistant).
2. Say one of the commands: Take a screenshot Take a screenshot Save the screen (for XiaoAI)

Confirm the action if the assistant asks.

⚠️ Note: Voice screenshots are not working:

• 🎵 During the phone call.
• 🎮 In games with the microphone turned off (for example, Free Fire).
• 🔇 If permissions for assistant in Settings are disabled → Annexes → Permits.

Secret Lifehack: If you say Take a screenshot and share it on Telegram, the assistant will automatically open the send dialog, which saves time if you need to send a screenshot urgently.

5. Screenshot of the page being scrolled (long screenshot)

If you want to save an entire web page, a chat on Telegram, or a long post on social networks, a standard screenshot will not work. MIUI has a Scrolling Screenshot feature, but it does not work in all applications.

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons, gesture, panel).
2. Immediately after the appearance of the thumbnail of the picture at the bottom of the screen, tap on it.
3. In the editor that opens, click on the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the page automatically scrolls to the end and click Ready.

Where this regime works:

⚠️ Warning: If the screenshot is cut after scrolling, try it:

• 🔄 Restart the application.
• 📱 Release. 1-2 GB of memory (long screenshots require a lot of resources).
• 🔧 Update MIUI until the latest version MIUI 14 fixed pruning bugs).

Alternatively, use third-party apps like LongShot or Scroll Capture if the built-in feature fails.

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Long screenshots are saved in.png format and can weigh up to 10-15 MB – keep this in mind when sending by mail or in instant messengers.

6. Secret functions: Screen recording + screenshot, cloud, editing

There are hidden features in MIUI that few people know about, and here are the most useful features for the Redmi 9T:

🎥 Screen recording with simultaneous screenshot

If you need to record the process and take a static picture:

1. Open the notification bar and find the Screen Record icon.
2. Start the recording, then at any time take a screenshot with buttons or gestures.
3. The video and screenshots will be saved separately in Movies → ScreenRecords and Pictures → Screenshots folders.

☁️ Automatic booting in Mi Cloud

The screenshots are synchronized with the cloud:

1. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Enable screenshot synchronization.
3. Select the download quality (original or compressed).

All images will now be duplicated in the cloud and available from any device.

✏️ Quick editing

After the screenshot was taken:

• Slip on the thumbnail at the bottom of the screen.
• Tools are available in the editor: 🖌️ Brush, marker, eraser. 📝 Text notes. 🔲 Blurring areas (to hide personal data). 🎨 Filters and trimming.
• Click Save or Share.

⚠️ Note: if the screenshot is not saved after editing, check the permissions for the Gallery app in Settings → Annexes → Permits → Warehouse.

Problem Solving: Screenshots are not saved, black screen, errors

Even Redmi 9T sometimes crashes with screenshots, and let's look at the typical errors and how to fix them:

🖼️ Screenshot not saved

Causes and solutions:

• 📱 Lack of memory: free up 500 MB+ In the Settings section → Warehouse.
• 🔧 Gallery Failure: Clear the Gallery app's cache in the settings.
• 🚫 Application restrictions: Some banking apps (e.g. SberBank) block screenshots for security reasons.

🌑 Black screenshot.

If the picture is completely black:

• 🎮 DRM-Protection: in games or streaming services (Netflix, Disney)+) screenshots blocked.
• 🔒 Safe Mode: Restart your phone – it may be the third-party app’s fault.
• 📱 Graphics driver failure: update MIUI last-minute.

🔄 Hanging in while creating a screenshot

If the screen freezes after pressing the buttons:

• 🔋 Lack of RAM: Close background apps in Recent → Clear everything.
• 🔄 Overheating: Let the phone cool 10-15 Minutes (especially for Redmi) 9T play).
• 📱 System Failure: Reset settings through Settings → The phone. → Resetting settings (data not deleted).

If nothing helps, try taking a screenshot through ADB (for advanced users):

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions