You can take a screenshot on Xiaomi 11T (including the Pro and LE versions) in at least five different ways – from the classic button combination to voice commands and hidden MIUI functions. But somehow even experienced users often limit themselves to only one method, missing out on more convenient options for specific situations. For example, did you know that Xiaomi 11T can take scrolling screenshots of pages that are several screens long? Or that there is a way to create a shot with one hand without clamping the button combination?
In this article, we will not only list all the available methods, but also tell you which one is best to use depending on the task: whether you need to quickly save the game screen, take a picture of a long chat on Telegram or capture an error in the settings. And also analyze the typical problems — why the screenshot is not saved, where to look for pictures in the file system and how to instantly edit them without third-party applications.
This is the most reliable and versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the 11T. It does not depend on the version of MIUI or installed applications, so it is suitable even if the system “glues” or turns off gestures.
To take a screenshot:
- Open on the screen what you want to capture (for example, a message on WhatsApp or a page in the browser).
- At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
- Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the save.
Press the buttons strictly at the same time, not alternately |
Don’t hold for more than 3 seconds, otherwise the switch-off menu will be turned on.|
If it doesn’t work, try pressing a little harder (but without fanaticism)|
Check if the buttons are locked in the special features settings-->
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 11T Pro with its sensitive buttons sometimes triggers a false press — for example, Google Assistant can open instead of a screenshot. If this happens often, try another method or disable the assistant call through the power button in the settings.
2.The three-finger gesture is the fastest way
The “Three-finger screenshot” feature is enabled by default on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and later. It allows you to take a screenshot in just a fraction of a second – just swipe across the display from top to bottom with three fingers (usually using index, middle and unnamed).
How it works:
- 👆 Swipe the screen from top to bottom with three fingers at the same time (not necessarily vertically, a small angle is allowed).
- 📸 Hear the shutter sound and see a thumbnail of the screenshot in the lower right corner.
- 🔄 If the gesture did not work, check the settings: Settings → Special facilities → Gestures → Screenshot with three fingers.
Power and volume buttons|Three-finger gesture|Quick Ball|Voice assistant|Another way.-->
This is ideal for games (such as PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact) where buttons are busy controlling, or when you need to quickly save the screen with one hand, by the way, the gesture works even on a locked screen (if the settings allow access to notifications).
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If you can’t swipe with exactly three fingers, try using two – in some MIUI firmware, this gesture is also recognized as a screenshot.
Quick Ball is a virtual button that appears on top of any screen and gives you quick access to key features, including screenshots, and can be moved around the edges of the display and customized to suit yourself.
How to turn on and use:
- Open Settings → Special Options → Quick Ball
- Activate the slider and select the features for the button (e.g. Screenshot, Return, Home).
- Click on the floating circle and select the Screenshot icon (or swipe to it if the gesture is enabled).
The advantages of Quick Ball:
- ⚡ Works in any application, even if the buttons are blocked (for example, in banking applications).
- 🎯 You can adjust the transparency and size of the button so that it does not interfere with the.
- 🔄 Supports additional actions – for example, holding for a scrolling screenshot.
How to make Quick Ball invisible but accessible? In Quick Ball settings, select Transparency → 10% and minimize the size. The button will become almost invisible, but will respond to touch on the edge of the screen.--> 4.Voice assistant
«Okay, Google, take a screenshot" If you have Google Assistant or Alice on, you can take screenshots with your voice -- handy when you're busy, or you need to save the screen without touching your phone. For example, you're cooking with a prescription and you don't want to get your screen dirty. Say, "OK, Google, take a screenshot" or "Take a screenshot" (English works faster). Confirm permission to access the screen (only when you first use it. ⚠️ Attention: Voice screenshots do not work in some content-protected applications (e.g. Netflix, Sberbank Online or 1C». The way Speed Works in Games Works with a locked screen Requires settings Power buttons + volume ⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ❌ No. ❌ No three-finger gestures. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes (if access is allowed) ❌ No (on default) Quick Ball ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ❌ No. ✅ Yes (must be turned on) Voice assistant ⭐⭐ ❌ No (most games) ❌ No. ✅ Yes (Mic access required) 5 Scrolling (long) screenshots If you need to save the whole page (e.g. correspondence in the Internet) VK, A long Instagram post or a spreadsheet in Excel, a regular screenshot won't do, it'll only capture the visible part of the screen. 11T There's a scrolling feature. How to take a long screenshot: Take a regular screenshot in any of the ways above. Immediately after the thumbnail appears at the bottom of the screen, click on it. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon). Wait for the system to automatically scroll through the page and produce a single image. Save the result, it will be in.png format with resolution up to 1080×N (where N is the length of the page). 🔹 Limitations: 🚫 Does not work in applications with dynamic content (for example, TikTok or YouTube). 📱 Maximum length of screenshot – up to 10 screens (nearly) 20 000 pixel-high). 🔄 In some versions MIUI After scrolling, you need to manually trim the extra elements. 6. Where to look for screenshots and how to edit them All screenshots on Xiaomi 11T by default, saved in the folder: /storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/ But there are other ways to find them quickly: 📂 Through the Gallery: open the album "Screenshots" (it is created automatically). 🔍 Through the Explorer: Go to Internal Memory → Pictures → Screenshots. 🖼️ Through notification: immediately after creating a screenshot, tap on the thumbnail in the notification curtain. For quick editing: Open a screenshot from the gallery or notification. Click on "Edit" (pencil icon). Use the tools: ✂️ Cutting – to remove extra parts. 🖌️ Drawing – to add arrows or marks. 📝 Text for the addition of signatures. 🌈 Filters -- if you need to adjust colors. Save the changes -- the original will remain intact, and a new version will be created that says " edited». 💡To instantly share a screenshot, tap the thumbnail in the notification and select Share. The system will prompt you to send the picture to Telegram, WhatsApp or other messengers without saving it in the gallery. Frequent problems and their solutions Even on a reliable smartphone like Xiaomi 11T, Sometimes you have trouble with screenshots. Here are the most common errors and ways to fix them: Problem 1: Screenshot is not saved (sound is, but file is not). ⚠️ Attention: If you have a garbage cleaner installed (like Clean Master or CCleaner), it could have deleted the Screenshots folder. Check the basket or turn off the automatic cleaning. Solution: Reboot the phone. Check the free space in memory (need at least 50MB). Update MIUI Up to the latest version (old firmware had a save bug) Problem 2: Three-finger gesture doesn't work. Solution: Check if the function is enabled: Settings → Special facilities → Gestures → Screenshot with three fingers. If it's on but it doesn't work, try recalibrating the sensor through the engineering menu (##6484##.) Make sure there's no greasy spots or protective film on the screen that interferes with gesture recognition. Problem 3: Scrolling screenshot ends at half the page. Solution: Try to take a picture in vertical orientation – in landscape mode the function works worse. Turn off the traffic savings in your browser (such as Chrome or Opera) as lazy loading can interfere with scrolling. Use third-party apps like LongShot or Stitch & Share for difficult cases. FAQ: Can I take a screenshot on a locked screen? Yes, but only if the settings allow you to access notifications on a locked screen. Use a three-finger gesture or Quick Ball (if the button is visible). The power and volume buttons on the locked screen won't work. How do you turn off the shutter sound when you take a screenshot? Go to Settings. → Sounds and vibrations → System sounds and disable the screenshot sound slider. Alternatively, you can turn on silent mode before you create a picture. Why do screenshots get blurry? It's because of compression that's happening. MIUI default. To maintain original quality: Open Settings → Additionally. → Screen resolution and install FHD+. Use third-party apps like Screenshot Easy, which saves photos without compression. How to take a screenshot in a game without pause? In most games (like Call of Duty Mobile or Free Fire), the screenshot does not interrupt the process if you use a three-finger gesture or Quick Ball. The power and volume buttons can cause the game to curtail, depending on the optimization of the particular application. Where are the screenshots stored if I used a third-party application? Usually they are stored in the folder of this application, for example, in the folder of this application: /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/{name-packet}/files/Screenshots/ To find it, open Explorer, turn on the display of hidden folders and search for the Screenshot keyword.