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

Taking a screenshot on Xiaomi smartphones seems like a simple task — until you encounter unexpected nuances. Depending on the model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11) and the version of MIUI (13, 14 or HyperOS), the key combinations and gestures may differ. And if the application is hanging on the screen or touch buttons are not working? In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, from the classic Power + Volume Down to voice commands and hidden functions for owners of devices with a physical button “Menu” (yes, they still exist!).

We'll focus on the typical issues of why a screenshot doesn't save in a gallery, how to change the format from.png to.jpg, and what to do if your smartphone doesn't respond to clicks, and we'll also cover little-known features like taking a long screenshot of a page you're scrolling through, or enabling automatic saving to the cloud, and let's start with basic techniques and gradually move on to advanced techniques.

1. Classical method: button combination

The most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi models – from the budget Redmi A2 to the flagship Xiaomi 13 Ultra.

• 🔘 Power button (Power) + 🔊 Volume down (Volume down).
• 🕒 Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see an animation screenshot.
• 📁 The finished shot is automatically saved to the Screenshots (or Screenshots) folder in the gallery.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F4 GT) The Power button can be sensitive to the duration of the press, and if you hold it for longer than 3 seconds, you call Google Assistant or the off menu. The optimal time is exactly 1.5 seconds.

This method works even on a locked screen (if the appropriate setting is enabled in Settings). → Screen locking → However, on devices with AMOLED-displays (e.g., Xiaomi) 12T Pro) at low screen brightness, screenshot animation may be invisible - focus on sound.

2.Gesturals and touch buttons: how to take a screenshot without physical keys

If your Xiaomi Power or Volume buttons are faulty, alternative methods will come to the rescue, with MIUI and HyperOS providing several gestures:

• 👆 Three-finger swipe down -- swipe three fingers from the top edge of the screen to the center. Works on most models, starting with the top edge of the screen. MIUI 10.
• 🖱️ Screenshot button in the notification panel - unroll the curtain and tap the icon ✂️ (Some of the firmwares require you to add it manually).
• 🎮 Game mode – while playing, swipe down the left or right edge of the screen (configured in Settings) → Special facilities → Gestures).

⚠️ Attention: POCO-devices with custom firmware (for example, POCO Launcher) The three-finger gesture may conflict with the quick return function. To disable the conflict, go to Settings. → System system → Gestures → Three-finger swipe and select priority action.

For smartphone owners with touch-sensitive navigation buttons (for example, Redmi 9A), another way is available:

1. Open the screen that you want to capture.
2. Hold the Home button (center touch key) for 2 seconds.
3. In the menu that appears, select Screenshot.

Make sure that gestures are included in the settings

Disable conflicting applications (e.g. Nova Launcher)

Update MIUI to the latest version

Check the sensitivity of the sensor in "Special capabilities"

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3. Voice Assistant and Google Assistant

If your hands are busy or your buttons are not working, you can take a voice screenshot, which is suitable for both the built-in XiaoAI (for China) and Google Assistant (for global firmware).

Method 1: XiaoAI (only for use) MIUI China)

1. Activate the assistant with a voice command: "Hey XiaoAI" or hold the Power button.
2. Say “” (in Chinese “screenshot”) or “Take a screenshot” (in English firmware).

Method 2: Google Assistant (Global Firmware)

1. Hold the Home button or say “Okay Google.”
2. Say the command: “Take a screenshot” or “Take a screenshot.”

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ 5G) Voice commands may not work if the settings disable microphone access for system applications. → Annexes → Permit management → Microphone.

Also note that screenshots taken through Google Assistant are saved in the Assistant folder inside the DCIM, not in the standard Screenshots directory.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try re-forming it: instead of “take a screenshot,” say “save the screen.”

4. Long (scrollable) screenshot: How to capture the entire 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 web pages, Telegram correspondence or long lists in applications.

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears in the lower right corner of the screen, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, select the Scroll (or Scroll) option.
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls down the page and click Ready.

⚠️ Note: Not all apps are working on the feature, such as Instagram or TikTok, where a long screenshot is blocked due to restrictions. API. Also, some sites (for example, with lazy loading) may not capture all the content, but only the part that managed to download.

If the scroll option is not active, check:

• 📱 Version MIUI — function is available starting with MIUI 12.
• 🔄 Gallery app updates (sometimes bugs are fixed via Google Play).
• 🛠️ Developer Settings: Enable Debugging by USB Reboot the device (in rare cases, it helps).

5. Screenshot via ADB and computer: for advanced users

If the sensor doesn’t work or you need to take a screenshot without notifications (for example, to test applications), Android Debug Bridge (ADB) will help.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools from the official Android website.
2. Turn on the phone Debugging over USB in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times on the build number, then return to Additional → For developers).
3. Connect Xiaomi to your PC and execute the command: Adb devices Make sure the device is identified.
4. Take a screenshot: adb exec-out screencap -p > screenshot.png

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) K50 Gaming) MIUI block ADB-Screencap commands because of security policies, and in this case, you need to get root rights or use a workaround through minicap before you run screencap.

Advantages of the method:

• 🖥️ It works even with a damaged display (if it is not a good one). USB-ported).
• 🔍 Allows you to take a screenshot without watermarks and notifications.
• 📊 Supports automation (you can write a script for a series of pictures).

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ADB is the only way to take a screenshot on Xiaomi with a broken screen if the sensor is not responsive and the buttons are physically healthy.

6 Where screenshots are stored and how to change the format

By default, all screenshots on Xiaomi are saved in.png format along the following path:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

or (on some firmware):

/storage/emulated/0/DCIM/Screenshots/

If the folder is empty, check:

• 🔍 Gallery filter – sometimes screenshots are hidden under the Album tab → Screenshots.
• 🗑️ The basket, in MIUI Deleted photos are stored for 30 days in the gallery → Basket.
• ☁️ Cloud – if sync with Mi Cloud is enabled, screenshots can be automatically uploaded there.

How to change the format from PNG to JPEG:

The.png format takes up more space than.jpg, but it retains transparency.

1. Install a file manager with batch renaming support (e.g. Solid Explorer).
2. Select screenshots in the Screenshots folder.
3. Select Convert → V JPG.
4. Remove the originals (optional).

⚠️ Attention: Starting with MIUI 14, when you convert to.jpg, you lose metadata (date of creation, device model). If it's important, use specialized applications like Image Converter.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even on new Xiaomi models, users are faced with errors when creating screenshots.

Problem 1: Screenshot is not saved in the gallery

• 🔧 Solution: Check the permissions for the Gallery app in Settings → Annexes → Permit management → Warehouse.
• 📂 If the Screenshots folder is damaged, create it manually through the file manager.

Problem 2: The button combination doesn’t work

• 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes the failure occurs due to overloading of RAM.
• 🛠️ Check buttons for physical damage (e.g., liquid hitting Redmi) 10C).
• 📲 Update the firmware -- in MIUI 13.0.5 was a hot key lock bug.

Problem 3: Black screen in the screenshot

• 🎬 This happens when you try to take a picture in secure applications (banks, encrypted messengers).
• 🔒 Turn off Content Protection in the app settings (if available).

Problem 4: The long screenshot is broken

• 📄 Try to scroll the page manually to the end before you capture it.
• 🌐 In Chrome, turn on Read Mode (three dots) → Reading mode).

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If screenshots are saved with artifacts (strips, blur), disable the HDR+ option in the camera settings - it sometimes conflicts with the screen capture system.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi