How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Poco: all ways + secret chips

You can take a screenshot on Xiaomi Poco smartphones in at least five ways, from the classic combination of buttons to voice commands and hidden gestures. But many users still do not know about all the possibilities or face problems: for example, the keys do not work because of the case, or you need to grab a long page. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods for the models Poco F1, X3/X4/X5 Pro, F3/F4/F5 and others, including little-known tricks with MIUI 14 and new versions of the shell.

The Poco lineup is a combination of Xiaomi's proprietary firmware with customized features for gamers. For example, some models have an advanced screenshot mode to capture game moments or scrolling pages. And the Poco F5 Pro has AI-assisted screenshot support, which we'll talk about too. If you can't take a screenshot in the standard way, there's probably a problem with gesture settings or application conflict. We'll go through how to fix this in detail.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most versatile method that works on all Poco models, from the Poco F1 (2018) to the fresh Poco X6 Pro (2026).

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

⚠️ Attention: if you have a thick case or a protective glass with projections, the buttons may not work. In this case, try to press them alternately at a minimum interval (not simultaneously, but almost simultaneously). X5 Pro and newer works even when pressed with a delay of up to 0.3 seconds.

Where do I look for the screenshot? All screenshots are automatically saved to the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Or open Gallery → Albums → Screenshots. MIUI 14+ has a separate tab called "Recent" where screenshots appear first.

2. Three finger gesture (the fastest way)

The Three-Finger Screenshot feature is enabled by default on all Pocos with MIUI 12 and later, and allows you to take a screenshot simply by swiping down the display with three fingers (usually ring, middle and index).

• 🎮 Gamers - do not need to take their hands off the control.
• 📱 One hand, if the phone is on the table.
• ⚡ Quick shots – for example, to fix an error in the application.

How to turn on (if it doesn't work):

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select a screenshot with three fingers.
3. Activate the switch and test the gesture on the home screen.

🔹 The secret trick: if you hold your finger on the screen with three fingers, you will open an extended screenshot menu (for scrollable pages.

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If the gesture is triggered by chance (e.g., when scrolling), reduce sensitivity in settings or turn off the feature for specific applications through Special Permissions.

3. Screenshot via notification panel (for lazy)

If you don't want to remember button combinations or gestures, use the quick bar, which works even on a locked screen (if you have the appropriate setting enabled).

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the screenshot icon (scissors or a rectangle with lightning). If it's not there, click Edit (pencil) and add it.
3. Slip on the icon – the picture will be taken instantly.

⚠️ Note: on some models (Poco) F1, Poco X3 NFC) The default screenshot icon is hidden to add:

1. Open the notification panel and tap "Edit".
2. Drag the screenshot icon into the active area.
3. Save the changes.

The advantage of this method is that you can take a screenshot without letting your finger off the buttons (for example, if you play PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact), just swipe the notification bar with one finger and tap the icon with the second.

4. Google Voice Assistant or XiaoAI

If you have a busy hand or a button that's not working, you can take a voice screenshot.

• 🤖 Google Assistant – Works on all Poco services with Google.
• 🗣️ XiaoAI – Xiaomi’s brand assistant (you need Chinese firmware or global with an installed application).

Instructions for 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 (if required).

Instructions for XiaoAI:

1. Open the XiaoAI app or activate it with your voice (Haolo Xiaoai).
2. Speak Chinese: «» (jiétú) Or in English: "Take a screenshot».

⚠️ Attention: on models with MIUI for Russia (e.g. Poco) X5 5G) XiaoAI can be disabled by default:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → XiaoAI → Enable

5. Advanced screenshots: long pages and games

Poco with MIUI 13+ has a Scrolling Screenshot feature that lets you capture the entire page (like a chat in Telegram, Instagram feed or a browser article).

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons, gestures, etc.).
2. Immediately after the miniature appears at the bottom of the screen, tap it.
3. Select “Scroll” (an icon with two arrows down).
4. Wait for the system to automatically scroll through the page and connect the pieces into one long shot.

🔹 Limitations:

• ❌ It doesn’t work in some games (like Call of Duty Mobile).
• ❌ Chrome can trim the bottom if the page dynamically loads content.
• ✅ Works perfectly in Telegram, WhatsApp, VKontakte.

For gamers on the Poco F3 GT, F4 GT and F5 Pro, there is a separate feature - recording a screen with the ability to extract frames.

1. Enable screen recording via Game Turbo (the icon in the notification panel during the game).
2. After the game is over, open the recording in the Gallery → Video.
3. Tap "Edit" and select "Save frame".

6. Screenshots via ADB (for developers)

If standard methods don't work (e.g. customized firmware or after resetting), you can take a screenshot via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer but gives you complete control over the process.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on Phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (Tap 7 times)
2. Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect Poco to your PC and execute the command: adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screenshot.png
4. Download the file to your computer: adb pull /sdcard/screenshot.png

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 14 When you first connect to a PC, you'll get a request for debugging permission, ADB Also make sure that the phone has the latest drivers installed (you can download on the Xiaomi website in the Poco section). → Support).

Frequent problems and solutions

If screenshots are not saved in the gallery, check the /Pictures/Screenshots/ folder through the file manager – sometimes MIUI creates duplicate folders with system-only permissions.

Problem 1: The buttons don't work.

• 🔧 Check if one of the buttons is clamped (for example, due to a phone drop).
• 🔧 Make sure the cover does not block the pressing.
• 🔧 Reboot your phone – sometimes helps with temporary crashes.

Problem 2: The three-finger gesture doesn't work.

• 🔧 Check if the function is included in the Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
• 🔧 Turn off other gestures (such as Double-Tap to Wake Up) that may conflict.
• 🔧 Update the firmware - in older versions MIUI There were touch recognition bugs.

Problem 3: Screenshots are black (in games or banking applications).

It's about protection. FLAG_SECURE, So, there are some applications that are using:

1. Take a picture of the screen with another phone.
2. Use ADB to disable protection (root rights required).

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On Poco. F5 Pro and newer screenshots in games can be taken through the built-in Game Turbo – it bypasses the restrictions FLAG_SECURE for supported applications.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions