How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi 13T: all the ways from classics to hidden chips MIUI 14

Why you need screenshots on Xiaomi 13T and why the standard method does not always work

Screenshots on Xiaomi 13T are not just a screen saver, but a tool to capture important moments, from confirming payments to saving dialogue in messengers or proof in controversial situations. However, many users are faced with the fact that the usual method of simultaneously pressing power and volume buttons does not always work, the reasons can be different, from contaminated physical buttons to conflicts with the shell of MIUI 14, which sometimes blocks the creation of images in certain applications (for example, in banking or streaming services).

In this article, we will discuss not only basic methods, but also alternative methods, from gestures to voice commands, and also tell you how to get around the limitations of the system. Particular attention will be paid to the problems that arise on Xiaomi 13T because of its unique hardware platform (Dimensity 8200-Ultra processor) and the software features of MIUI. For example, did you know that this model can take scrolling screenshots up to 10 screens? or that the feature Long screenshot automatically trims unnecessary interface elements?

Method 1: Classic – Power and Volume buttons

It is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the 13T. The algorithm is simple:

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

On Xiaomi 13T, this method has nuances:

• 🔊 Shutter sound can be turned off in Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Systemic sounds.
• 📱 If the screen is not responding, check if the buttons are locked due to cover or dirt.
• ⚡ With a low battery charge (less than 5%), the system can ignore the button combination.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI Pressing the power and volume buttons simultaneously can trigger the Emergency Call menu. To avoid this, press the buttons strictly at the same time, without delay.

Method 2: The Three-Finger gesture is the fastest method

The gesture screenshot feature is available on the Xiaomi 13T by default, but it needs to be activated beforehand. This is the most convenient way for those who often take screenshots - just swipe three fingers across the display from top to bottom.

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Additional Features → Gestures and Movements → Screenshot by gesture.
2. Activate the swipe switch with three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Set up the sensitivity of the gesture in the Additional settings section.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Instantly activate – no need to look for buttons.
• 🎮 Works in games and full-screen applications (where buttons can be disabled).
• 🔄 You can configure a reverse gesture (swipe up) for scrolling screenshots.

⚠️ Warning: If the gesture doesn't work, check if it conflicts with other features, such as Split Screen or Navigation Gestures. Turn them off temporarily in Settings → Display. → Navigation panel.

Method 3: Notification panel for those who like menus

If you don't like physical buttons or gestures, you can take a screenshot through the Quick Settings panel, which is useful when you want to lock the screen on your first try without moving too much.

Instructions:

1. Pull the notification bar from top to bottom (with one finger for partial opening, two for full).
2. Find the Screenshot icon (usually located on the second page of the tiles).
3. Slip it on it - the picture will be taken instantly.

If the icons are not in the panel:

• 🔧 Click on Edit (pencil icon) in the upper right corner of the panel.
• 🔍 Find the screenshot tile in the list and drag it to the active area.
• 📌 Put it on the first screen for quick access.

Method 4: Voice command for fans of smart assistants

On Xiaomi 13T, you can take voice screenshots using Google Assistant or built-in XiaoAI. This is convenient when your hands are busy or you need to fix the screen remotely (for example, while streaming).

How to set up:

1. Activate voice assistant: For Google Assistant, say OK, Google or hold the Home button. For XiaoAI, double tap the power button or say Little Love (if Chinese is enabled).

• 🗣️ Take a screenshot (in Russian or English).
• 🗣️ Take a picture of the screen.

Limitations of the method:

• 🔇 Does not work in Do Not Disturb or with the microphone turned off.
• 🌐 XiaoAI may not understand commands in Russian - switching to English or Chinese is required.
• 🔒 In some apps (such as TikTok or Netflix), voice screenshots are blocked by security policies.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t respond, check the microphone permissions in Settings → Apps → Permissions → Microphone and turn them on for Google or XiaoAI.

Method 5: Scrolling Screenshot – How to Capture a Long Page

The long-screenshot (or Scrolling Screenshot) feature captures not only the visible part of the screen, but also the part hidden behind the scrolling, which is indispensable for saving chats, web pages or lists in apps. On Xiaomi 13T, it works differently than on other models, using the MIUI algorithm, which automatically determines the boundaries of content.

How to take a scrolling screenshot:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the appearance of the thumbnail of the picture in the lower right corner of the screen, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, click on the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls the page and combines the frames.
5. Press Ready to save the result.

The nuances of work on Xiaomi 13T:

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 13T When you create a scrolling screenshot in a web browser, the system can crop banner ads and pop-ups. MIUI, Removing “extra” elements to save space.

Where are the screenshots stored and how to find them

By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi 13T are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots folder. However, the path may change depending on the MIUI version and user settings. Here's how to quickly find your screenshots:

• 📁 Through the Gallery: Open the Gallery app. Go to the Albums section. Select the Screenshot folder.
• 🔍 Through Explorer: Launch Files (folder icon) Follow the path Internal Memory → DCIM → Screenshots.

Google Photo

1. Open Google Photos.
2. In the search box, enter screenshots.

If screenshots are not saved:

• 📵 Check if saving is disabled in Settings → Warehouse → Folders. → Screenshots.
• 🗃️ Make sure that the device has enough free space (minimum 100 MB).
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the system MIUI "forgetting the way of preservation.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi 13T