How to Take a Screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi Phone – All Ways 2026

Taking screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones seems like a simple task — until you encounter unexpected nuances. Some models support the classic combination of buttons, others require the activation of hidden gestures, and MIUI 14/15 has new features like long screenshots or delayed capture. This article covers all the current ways of 2026, including solutions for devices without physical buttons (for example, Redmi K70) and phones with a damaged screen.

We're going to look at not only basic techniques, but also little-known tricks: how to take a screenshot with one hand, save it to the Xiaomi Cloud automatically, or edit it immediately after capture. Special attention is paid to common problems — when screenshots don't save, a black screen appears, or the system writes "I failed to take a screenshot." If you use Redmi on custom firmware (for example, Pixel Experience), here too, you will find working solutions.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

It is a versatile method that works on all Redmi models – from the Redmi 4A (2017) to the flagships of the Redmi K70 Pro.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (for example, a dialogue in Telegram or a page in Chrome).
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume down button (top rocker).
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound (if the sound is on) and see the save animation.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ 5G) Holding the buttons too long can cause the switch-off menu. If you do, try again, reducing the time you press to 1 second.

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Where to look for a ready screenshot? By default, files are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or through the gallery: open Photos → Albums → Screenshots.

2.The three-finger gesture is a quick way for MIUI

The MIUI signature feature is swipe-grabbing, a method that is convenient when the power or volume buttons don’t work (for example, after a phone drops) or when you hold your smartphone with one hand.

To activate the gesture:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select a screenshot with a triple swipe.
3. Turn on the switch and read the hint: swipe down the screen with three fingers at the same time.

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If the gesture doesn’t work, check if it conflicts with other apps’ gestures (like Nova Launcher or Edge Gestures).

🔹 Advantages of the method:

• 👆 It works on Redmi with damaged buttons.
• 👌 You can take a screenshot with one hand (if your fingers are flexible).
• ⚡ Faster than pressing buttons – there is no risk of accidentally turning off the phone.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global 14.0.5) gesture can conflict with read mode. If the screen darkens when swipe, turn off reading in the notification curtain.

3. Screenshot via notification panel (for MIUI 12-15)

If you're uncomfortable remembering button combinations or gestures, MIUI has a built-in screenshot button hidden in the Quick Settings Panel:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification curtain.
2. Swipe down again to open the full panel.
3. Find the Screenshot icon, if it's not there, click Edit and add it to the active elements.
4. Slap the icon - the phone will take a screenshot.

🔹 When this method is irreplaceable:

• 🎮 During play (buttons are not blocked, as in gestures).
• 📱 If the screen only responds to touch (for example, after changing the touchscreen).
• 🔧 When debugging through ADB, When physical buttons are switched off.

4. Voice command via Google Assistant

If you have Google Assistant on, you can take a voice screenshot, which is convenient when your hands are busy or your screen is dirty.

1. Activate Assistant: For Google Assistant, say "OK, Google" or hold the Home button. For Alice, say "Hi, Alice."

• Google: “Take a screenshot” or “Take a screenshot.”
• Alice: "Take a screenshot."

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A s MIUI Go) voice commands may not work due to limited firmware capabilities, in which case use alternative methods.

🔹 Pros of voice method:

• 🗣️ No need to touch the screen – useful when damaging the sensor.
• 🚗 You can use it while driving (if the phone is attached to the holder).
• 🎧 It works through headphones with a microphone (for example, Redmi Buds 4).

5. Long screenshot (scrollable) in MIUI

The long screenshot (or Scrolling Screenshot) feature allows you to capture all content that does not fit on one screen – for example, WhatsApp correspondence, a page in Chrome or a list of tracks in Spotify.

How it works:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the capture, a screenshot with the Scrolling button (or Long Screenshot) will appear at the bottom of the screen.
3. Slip on it – the phone will automatically scroll down the page and add new snippets to the image.
4. To stop, press Ready.

🔹 Limitations of function:

• ❌ Does not work in games and some apps (e.g. TikTok, Instagram Stories).
• ❌ Maximum length: 10 screens (after this scroll stops).
• ❌ On Redmi with 3GB, RAM can slow down when capturing heavy pages (for example, with WebP images).

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A long screenshot is saved as a single.png image, but it can be cropped in the standard MIUI editor (Photo → Edit → Trimming).

6. Screenshot with delay (timer)

Sometimes you have to prepare before you grab the screen, like unrolling a menu that disappears when you touch it, or taking a picture in an animation app, and for that, MIUI has a delayed screenshot:

1. Open Settings → Additional features → Screenshot with delay.
2. Turn on the function and select the delay time: 3 seconds or 10 seconds.
3. Activate capture in any way (buttons, gesture, notification panel).
4. You will have time to prepare – after the timer expires, the phone will take a picture automatically.

🔹 Where it's gonna come in handy:

• 📸 To capture pop-up menus (such as context menus in Files).
• 🎮 For screenshots in download games (e.g. Genshin Impact).
• 📊 For real-time charting (e.g. Google Finance).

7 Problem Solving: Screenshots are not saved or black screen

If after clicking buttons or gesture screenshot is not saved, the screen flashes, but the file is not, or appears black image – check these moments:

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi with unlocked bootloader and custom recavery (for example, TWRP) Screenshots may not work due to lack of support MIUI Camera2 API. Install a Magisk module called MIUI Screenshot Enabler.

If the problem is not solved, check firmware integrity through Settings → About Phone → System Update. In rare cases, the bug with screenshots is fixed only by resetting to factory settings (don’t forget to make a backup!).

8.Alternative methods: ADB and third-party applications

When standard methods don’t work (e.g., on Redmi with a damaged screen or after a failed update), you can take a screenshot through ADB or specialized utilities.

🔹 Method 1: ADB (for advanced users)

1. Connect your phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times, then go back to Additional Settings → For Developers).
2. Open the command line on your PC and type: Adb devices (to make sure the device is detected).
3. Run the capture command: adb exec-out screencap -p > screenshot.png The file will be saved in the folder where the command was launched.

🔹 Method 2: Apps from Google Play

• 📱 Screenshot Touch – Adds a floating button for screenshots.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party apps, turn off battery optimization for them (Settings) → Battery → Battery optimization, otherwise they may not work in the background.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi