How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi: all the ways for Redmi, POCO and Mi

Screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones are one of the most popular features, but not all users know that they can be done not only with a standard combination of buttons. Depending on the model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 13) and the version of the MIUI firmware, there are up to 5 different ways: from classic hotkeys to voice commands and hidden gestures. In this article, we will analyze each method with nuances for different devices, and also tell you how to edit and save screenshots as efficiently as possible.

Xiaomi features features features like a long screenshot or quick access through the notification bar. However, some features may be disabled by default or require additional settings. For example, the three-finger swipe gesture does not work on all models, and the Xiao AI voice assistant is only available in Chinese firmware, and we tested all methods on current devices (2023-2026) and highlighted those that are guaranteed to work on your smartphone.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

It’s a versatile method that works on all Xiaomi models, from the budget Redmi 10A to the flagship Mi 14 Ultra.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (app, web page, settings).
2. At the same time, press the power button (on/lock) and the volume down button.
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the screenshot.

If you didn’t do it the first time, check:

• 🔋 Is the battery not discharged – at a charge level below 5%, the system can ignore the combination of buttons.
• 🖐️ Do you block the sensor at the same time – some cases interfere with the correct pressing.
• 🔄 Is not the Do Not Disturb mode on - it can turn off sound prompts.

On the new models (Xiaomi 13T, POCO F5), after creating a screenshot in the lower right corner, a thumbnail with options appears:

• ✏️ Edit – cropping, drawing, adding text.
• 📤 Share - quick sending to messengers.
• 🗑️ Delete – if you don’t need a screenshot.

⚠️ Note: On devices with a physical home button (e.g., Redmi) 4X) Instead of a combination of power and volume, a combination of home is used. + It's obsolete, but it's relevant to older models.

2. Three-finger swipe gesture - quick screenshot without buttons

A MIUI signature chip that saves time if the power or volume buttons break, to activate this way:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot option with a three-finger swipe and turn it on.
3. Swipe the screen from top to bottom with three fingers at the same time (no pauses!).

This method works on most devices except:

• 📱 Smartphones from AMOLED-Low resolution screens (e.g. Redmi) 9A) — Due to the sensor features, the gesture may be unstable.

If the gesture doesn't work:

• Update the firmware: MIUI 14 improved the recognition of multi-finger gestures.

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To take a screenshot with one hand, use the combination of Volume up + Power – so more convenient on larger smartphones (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro).

3. Screenshot via notification panel

Less well-known, but convenient way - especially if the buttons are contaminated or faulty.

1. Turn the notification bar swipe from top to bottom.
2. Find the Screenshot icon** (usually located next to Airplane Mode or Flashlight).
3. Slip on it – the smartphone will immediately take a screenshot.

If the badge is not:

• 📲 In some models (POCO M5) The icon is hidden in the tab "More"** - swipe the panel to the left.

Advantages of this method:

• 🔄 You can assign a double tap on the icon to create a long screenshot (scroll through).

Add the screenshot icon to the quick settings|Check for updates MIUI|Disable Power Saving Mode (can block icons)|Reboot your smartphone if the icon does not appear-->

4. Voice assistant Xiao AI (for Chinese firmware only)

If your Xiaomi is running the Chinese version of MIUI (or you have installed a global firmware with Xiao AI support), you can take voice screenshots.

1. Activate the assistant with the command “Hey, Xiao AI”** or hold the power button (on some models).

Limitations of the method:

• 🗣️ It only works when connected to the Internet (voice commands are processed on Xiaomi servers).
• 🌍 On the Global Firmware (Mi Global) ROM) voice assistant is often disabled.
• 🔇 In noisy places, you may not recognize the team the first time.

Alternative for owners of devices with Google Assistant:

• 🤖 Say OK Google, take a screenshot, but it only works if you have root access or special software like Tasker installed.

5. Long screenshot (scrolling page)

The scrolling screenshot feature allows you to capture all the content of a page — for example, a chat on Telegram, a long post on VKontakte or a web article.

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the appearance of the thumbnail, tap it - the editor will open.
3. At the bottom of the screen, a "Scroll" button (or "Long Screenshot") will appear. Press it.

Important nuances:

On devices with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra), a long screenshot supports scrolling up to 50 screens – a record among Android smartphones.

⚠️ Note: In screenshot-protected applications (e.g., SberBank Online or Tinder), the scroll function will be blocked.

6. Screenshot via ADB (for developers)

If the sensor or buttons are completely faulty, you can take a screenshot through the ADB command line. This method requires a PC and minimal technical skills:

1. Install Android SDK Platform-Tools on your computer.
2. Connect your smartphone to your PC via USB and enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times to unlock the developer menu).
3. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux) and type:

adb devices


adb exec-out screencap -p > screenshot.png

The finished screenshot will be saved in the folder with the platform-tools under the name screenshot.png.

Advantages of the method:

• 🖥️ It works even on broken screens (if you have a screen). USB-port).
• 📁 You can automate the creation of screenshots through scripts.

Limitations:

• 🔌 It requires original. USB-cables (cheap cables may not transmit data).
• 🛠️ Some firmware (HyperOS) require additional rights.

Where are screenshots stored and how to edit them

By default, all screenshots are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

To open it up:

1. Run the Files app (or any file manager).
2. Go to the “Images” tab → “Screenshots”.

For quick editing:

• 🖌️ Use the built-in editor MIUI (It opens with tapa on a thumbnail of a screenshot:
• 📱 For advanced editing, install Snapseed or Lightroom Mobile.

If screenshots are not saved:

• 📁 Check if a garbage cleaning app (like Clean Master) is installed – it can automatically delete screenshots.
• 🔄 Restart your smartphone – sometimes the system does not have time to write a file.

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On devices with HyperOS (new firmware for Xiaomi), screenshots are automatically optimized for weight – this reduces their size by 30-40% without loss of quality.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even on the new Xiaomi smartphones, users are having difficulty creating screenshots.

If none of the methods work:

• 🔄 Update the firmware through Settings → Updating the system.
• 📱 Reset the settings to factory (pre-make a backup!).
• 🛠️ Contact the service center – the problem may be in the hardware (for example, a faulty button controller).

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