Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro is still the current flagship with a powerful hardware and a camera 108 MP, but even the owners of this smartphone do not always know all the ways to create screenshots. In this article, 5 proven methods (including hidden MIUI features), comparing their convenience, as well as solving typical problems: why screens do not save, how to change the format or edit the picture immediately after creation.
The Mi 10 Pro features scrollable screenshots (long screenshots) and integration with the Xiaomi Cloud, and we’ll take a look at how these features work in practice and show you what settings to change for maximum convenience. If you’ve just switched from an iPhone or other Android smartphone, here’s a look at the popular gestures and combinations.
1. Classic method: power and volume buttons
The most reliable method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones is to press the power buttons and reduce the volume simultaneously. On the Mi 10 Pro, this combination works instantly, but there are nuances:
- 🔘 Press the buttons strictly at the same time – if you first clamped the volume, and then power, the smartphone can perceive this as a call to the voice assistant.
- ⏱️ Hold the keys 0.5-1 second – too short press will not work, and a long one will cause the switch-off menu.
- 📱 On the screen will appear an animation screenshot (white outline of the smartphone), and at the top – a notification with a thumbnail.
Where to look for a ready screenshot? By default, files are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots folder (depending on the version of MIUI). On the Mi 10 Pro with MIUI 14+, screens are automatically optimized for weight - the average file size does not exceed 1.5 MB even at a resolution of 2340×1080.
2. Three-finger gesture: quick screenshot without buttons
The screenshot gesture is enabled by default on the Mi 10 Pro, but many users turn it off accidentally to take a screenshot in one motion:
- Place three fingers (usually index, middle and ring fingers) on the screen.
- Swipe down in a quick but smooth movement (as with a swipe to update a page).
- Release your fingers when you hear the shutter sound or see the animation.
If the gesture doesn't work,
- 🔧 Check the settings: Settings → Additionally. → Special facilities → Gestures → Screenshot gesture.
- 👆 Make sure that your gesture settings do not conflict with other features (e.g., Double Touch to wake up).
- 🧹 Restart your smartphone – sometimes system lags block gesture recognition.
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The advantage of the method is that you can take a screenshot with one hand without intercepting your smartphone, and the disadvantage is that on a wet or dirty screen, the gesture works worse.
3. Quick Ball: A virtual button for screenshots
Quick Ball is a fast-acting floating panel that saves time, and on the Mi 10 Pro, you can customize it to screenshots:
- 🎯 Activate Quick Ball: Settings → Additionally. → Quick Ball.
- ⚙️ In the panel settings add the action Screenshot (scissors icon).
- 🖱️ Drag Quick Ball to a comfortable edge of the screen (right or left is recommended).
Now to create the screen:
- Tap Quick Ball (the menu will appear).
- Select the screenshot icon.
- The miniature will appear in the notifications.
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If Quick Ball interferes with games, set up automatic panel hiding in full-screen applications (the option is in its settings).
This is a convenient way for users who often screen in social networks or instant messengers.
4.Voice assistant: screenshot on command
On the Mi 10 Pro, you can take a voice screenshot – you need a built-in voice assistant Xiao AI (works only on Chinese and global firmware with support for Chinese) or Google Assistant.
Method 1: Xiao AI (for MIUI with Chinese localization):
- Activate the assistant with a long hold of the Home button or a voice command "Hey, Xiao AI".
- Say: "Take a screenshot" or "Take a screenshot" (on global firmware).
Method 2: Google Assistant (for all versions of MIUI)
- Set up voice start: Settings → Google → Assistant settings → Voice input.
- Say, "Okay, Google, take a screenshot."
Why can’t the voice screenshot work?
Voice method is convenient when hands are busy, but it won’t work in games or applications with a lock screen recording (for example, banking programs).
5. Scrolling screenshot (long shot)
Scrolling Screenshot allows you to capture an entire chat, web page or list in one file. On the Mi 10 Pro, it works like this:
- Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons, gestures, etc.).
- Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the notification, click on it.
- At the bottom of the screen will appear the button Scroll (or Scroll) – tap it.
- The screen will automatically scroll down and the image will expand. Repeat until you capture the desired fragment.
- Press Ready to save a long screen.
Limitations of function:
- ❌ It doesn’t work in some apps (e.g. Instagram, TikTok) because of content protection).
- ⚠️ In the web browser can capture extra elements (advertising, lower panels).
- 📏 Maximum length of screen — ~10 screens (depending on the application).
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The scrolling screenshot is saved as a separate file in PNG format – it cannot be edited as a regular screenshot, but can be cropped in any graphics editor.
Editing and managing screenshots
After you create a screenshot on the Mi 10 Pro, you can immediately edit or share it:
| Action. | How to execute | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Quick editing | Slip on the thumbnail in the notification → select the tool (trimming, drawing, text). | 5 marker colors and 3 brush sizes are available. |
| Pruning | Open the screen in the gallery → Edit → Pruning. | You can set the aspect ratio (1:1, 16:9, etc.). |
| Reformatting | Use third-party apps (such as Photo & Picture Resizer). | By default, screens are saved in PNG (without loss of quality). |
| Auto-removal | Settings → Warehouse → Cleaning → Autoclean screenshots. | You can set up the removal of screens older than 30 days. |
Tip for saving space: If screenshots take up too much memory, enable compression in gallery settings (Gallery settings → Storage optimization) This will reduce the weight of files by 30-50% with no apparent loss of quality.
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To quickly find all screenshots, type:screenshot or filter through the Screenshots folder.
Typical problems and their solutions
Even on the Mi 10 Pro flagship, users are experiencing screenshot bugs, and here are the most common ways to fix them:
⚠️ Warning: If screenshots are saved in black or with artifacts, check if Dark Theme mode is enabled for screenshots (Settings) → Screen. → Dark subject. → This function may conflict with some applications.
- 🚫 Screenshots are not saved: Check permissions for the Gallery app (Settings) → Annexes → gallery → Permits → Make sure there is enough space on the device (minimum 500MB free).Reboot your smartphone - sometimes the mediaserver system process freezes.
- 🔇 No shutter sound: Turn on system sounds: Settings → Sounds and vibrations → System sounds, see if the phone is silent.
- 📱 Three finger gestures are not working after the update MIUI: Reset gesture settings: Settings → Additionally. → Special facilities → Gestures → Reset. Update the firmware to the latest version, in MIUI 14.0.5+ fixing the touch recognition bug.
⚠️ Note: If screenshots are taken with a delay (for example, in games), try to turn off the Game Turbo Mode feature (Settings) → Special facilities → It can block screen recording to improve performance.