How to take a screenshot on a Xiaomi phone: 5 ways for all models

Screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones are not just about saving the screen, but a whole system with hidden capabilities. Depending on the model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 Pro, Mi 13 Ultra) and the version of MIUI, the way you take screenshots can be drastically different. Somewhere there is a classic combination of buttons, and some places there is innovative gestures or even voice commands. This article covers all the current methods for 2026, including little-known chips like screenshots with long pages scrolling or saving to the Xiaomi Cloud automatically.

If you're just switching from an iPhone or other Android device, the first question is, "Where do you look for screenshots?" In MIUI, they're saved by default to the Pictures/Screenshots folder, but you can change the path. But POCO and Black Shark owners should pay attention to the branded shells: they sometimes add unique features, such as recording the screen simultaneously with the screenshot. Next, we'll analyze each method in detail, from basic to advanced.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi models – from the budget Redmi A2 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Pro.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (social network, game, settings).
2. At the same time, press the power button (on) and the volume reduction button.
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see the animation.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5) Holding the buttons too long can cause the switch-off menu. If the screenshot doesn't work, try pressing faster.

Where to look for the result? Open the gallery and go to the Screenshots album (or Screenshots in the English version of firmware). In MIUI 14+, after creating the screen, a thumbnail appears in the lower right corner - tap it to edit or share immediately.

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If the power button is broken, use an alternative method with gestures or a notification panel (described below).

2. "Triple touch" gesture (3 fingers down)

A MIUI signature chip that saves time and eliminates button search.

1. Go to Settings → Special features → Gestures.
2. Select Screenshot with a touch (or Screenshot gesture).
3. Activate the switch and select a gesture: swipe three fingers down or touch and hold three fingers.

Now you just swipe down the screen with three fingers (not necessarily simultaneously, as long as the system recognizes three touch points), and this works even in games or applications with screenshots blocked (for example, SberBank Online), but there may be a notification about the ban.

Check if the gesture is enabled in the settings | Make sure there are no greasy spots on the screen (they interfere with recognition) | Try to slow down if it doesn't work |Reboot your phone if the gesture stops working

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⚠️ Attention: POCO and Black Shark, this gesture may conflict with game features (e.g., calling the Game Turbo panel), in which case, turn it off in the game settings or use another method.

3. Notification panel and quick settings

If you don't want to remember button combinations or gestures, MIUI has a built-in button for screenshots, hidden in the notification bar:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Swipe down again to deploy quick settings.
3. Find the Screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a zipper rectangle) and if it's not there, click on the pencil (Edit) and add it.
4. Slip the icon – the screenshot will be taken instantly.

The advantage of this method is the ability to select the screen area before saving, after clicking on the icon, a frame will appear that can be stretched with your fingers, which is convenient for capturing only the right part of the screen (for example, a dialogue in the messenger without unnecessary background).

4.Voice assistant and commands

Few people know, but in MIUI, you can take screenshots with your voice, without touching the screen.

1. Activate Google Assistant (long-term pressing of the Home button or voice command “OK, Google”).
2. Say, "Take a screenshot" or "Photograph the screen."
3. Confirm the action (if required).

On the new models (Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+) and works proprietary assistant Xiao AI.

• 🎤 Hold the power button (on some models, the volume button up) to call Xiao AI.
• 🗣️ Say in Chinese or English: "Screenshot" or "" (jiétú).
• 📸 Confirm the command (if necessary).

⚠️ Warning: Voice commands may not work in applications with security restrictions (banks, payment systems), and on models for the European market (Global) ROM) Xiao AI It is often disabled, and instead uses Google Assistant.

5 Screenshots with scrolling (long screens)

One of the most useful features of MIUI is the ability to capture an entire long chat, web page or list in one screenshot.

• 🌐 Mi Browser or Google Chrome.
• 💬 Messengers (Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber).
• 📄 Vertical Scrolling Apps (Instagram, Twitter/X).

How to do this:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the miniature appears at the bottom of the screen, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, select the option “Scroll” or “Long Screenshot” (the icon with two arrows down).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls the page and connects the frames.
5. Press "Ready" to save.

🔹 Limitations:

• It does not work in games and some applications (for example, Tinkoff Bank).
• The maximum length is about 10 screens (depending on the model).
• Chrome may need to enable a feature in the flag settings (chrome://flags/#enable-android-screenshot-editing).

6. Hidden features and screenshot settings

MIUI has a lot of non-obvious options for working with screenshots.

Automatic upload to the cloud

To save screens automatically in Xiaomi Cloud:

1. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Choose Synchronization → Screenshots.
3. Turn on the switch.

Now all new screenshots will be duplicated in the cloud with the ability to view on other devices.

Editing before preservation

After creating the screen, tap the thumbnail at the bottom of the screen - the editor with the tools will open:

• ✏️ Drawing (brushes, markers, eraser).
• 📝 Text (a signature may be added).
• 🔲 Blurring (to hide personal data).
• 🎨 Filters (sepia, black and white, etc.).

Change in the format of conservation

By default, screens are saved in PNG, but you can change to JPEG (less weight) or WEBp (better quality).

1. Install the file manager Mi File Manager.
2. Go to Settings → Additional → Screenshot format.
3. Choose the format you want.

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The WEBp format gives the best ratio of quality and size of the file, but not all messengers support it when sending.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi