You took a screenshot on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5 Pro, but instead of a crystal clear image, you got a blurred porridge? The problem is familiar to many: standard screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones often lose detail, especially when zoomed in or printed. In this article, we will discuss 7 proven ways to improve the quality of screenshots — from hidden MIUI settings to third-party applications with support for 4K and HDR.
It's important to understand that screenshot quality depends not only on your Xiaomi screen resolution, but also on how you create it. For example, screenshots through Google Assistant compress more than those taken with a combination of buttons. And if you save pictures in JPEG instead of PNG, up to 30% of the details are lost. We tested all the methods on models from Redmi 10 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra — the results in the comparison table below.
Warning: Some methods require unlocking the bootloader or installing ADB-If you are a beginner, start with simple methods (sections) 2-3), A experienced users will find here and advanced techniques (sections) 5-7).
1. Check the basic screen settings before screenshot
Before you look for complex solutions, make sure your screen is working at its best. Xiaomi with MIUI 14+ has hidden options that affect the clarity of screenshots:
- 📱 Screen resolution: Go to Settings → Display. → Screen resolution and select FHD+ (or WQHD+, if available, on POCO F5 Xiaomi’s latest pixel density increases to 446. PPI.
- 🎨 Color profile: In the same display menu, activate Saturated or Standard (avoid Economical - it reduces contrast on screenshots).
- 🔍 Font scaling: Install Small in Settings → Display. → Text size. Large text in a screenshot leads to artifacts when compressed.
In the models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T Pro) dark theme screenshots are sharper due to better pixel contrast. If you care about detail, switch to a light theme temporarily before shooting.
2. Use the correct button combination
The way you create a screenshot directly affects the quality of the screenshot. Xiaomi has 4 main methods, and their results differ:
| Method | Quality. | Format | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power button + volume reduction | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | PNG | Maximum quality, no compression |
| Gesture down the screen with three fingers | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | PNG | Sometimes cuts edges on curved screens |
| Google Assistant (OK Google, take a screenshot) | ⭐⭐ | JPEG | Strong compression, artifacts |
| The Quick Settings Panel → "Screenshot" | ⭐⭐⭐ | PNG | Sometimes it decreases brightness |
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi with MIUI 13 and below, a three-finger gesture may conflict with other functions. → Additionally. → Special facilities → Gestures → Screenshot with three fingers and turn it back on if the method doesn't work.
For models with a subscreen fingerprint scanner (e.g. Redmi K60), there is an alternative way: double tap the fingerprint sensor (you need to activate in Settings → Display → Screenshot with the fingerprint sensor).
3. Change the format of saving screenshots from JPEG to PNG
By default, MIUI saves screenshots to PNG, but some system applications (like Google Photos) automatically convert them to JPEG with loss of quality.
- Open the gallery → Albums → Screenshots.
- Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select the album settings.
- Turn off the optimise option to save space.
- In Google Photos, go to Settings → Backup → Download quality and select Original Quality.
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If you need to send a screenshot by mail or messenger, pre-archive it in ZIP. this will prevent additional compression during transmission.
For advanced users, you can force the ADB to set the screenshot format, connect the phone to your PC, and execute the command:
adb shell settings put global screenshot_format png4. Increase screenshot resolution via ADB (for experienced)
Standard screenshots on Xiaomi have a screen resolution (e.g. 1080×2400 for the Redmi Note 12 Pro+). But through ADB you can force this value to 4K (if the screen supports).
Install ADB on PC (download from [developer.android.com](https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools))
Enable USB debugging on Xiaomi (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (7 times) → Return → Additional → For Developers → Debugging on USB)
Connect your phone to your PC and allow debugging
Open the command line in the folder with ADB-->
Now, execute the commands in order:
adb devices
adb shell wm size 1440x3200 # Replace with your target resolution (max. 2 times the native)
adb shell screenshot -p /sdcard/4k_screenshot.png⚠️ Note: Not all apps display correctly when forced. For example, TikTok or Instagram may have black bars. This method is only suitable for static images (web pages, documents, maps).
To return the standard permission, perform:
adb shell wm size reset5. Apps for screenshots with advanced features
If the standard methods don’t work, try specialized utilities. We tested 5 applications on Xiaomi 13 Lite and POCO X4 GT – the best results showed:
- 📸 Screen Master: Supports screenshots in 4K, layered editor, export to PDF. Disadvantages – advertising in the free version.
- 🖼️ Screenshot Touch: Adds scrolling for long pages (useful for chat rooms or websites). PNG compressively.
- 🎯 Super Screenshot: Can remove interface elements (such as navigation bars) before shooting. ROOT certain functions.