How to make a screen on shaomi redmi: the complete guide

Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone owners often face the need to save an image of the current screen, whether it’s a messaging experience, a fun moment in the game, or an app bug to show to a specialist. Screenshot is the fastest way to capture information displayed on the device’s display at a particular time.

There are several methods for taking screenshots, and the choice of the right one depends on the model of your Redmi Note or Redmi Pro, as well as on the version of the MIUI or HyperOS shell installed. In this article, we will discuss all the options available in detail so that you can choose the most convenient way for yourself.

Some methods work on all devices without exception, while others require pre-activation in settings.Standard key combinations remain the most reliable tool that works even when the touch layer is getting stuck.

Below is a detailed guide covering all the nuances of working with graphics on your smartphone. We will consider not only the basic functions, but also the hidden features of the system.

Classical method using physical buttons

The most common and versatile method familiar to Android users is the simultaneous pressing of power and volume buttons, which works on 99% of Redmi devices, including older models and the latest flagships.

To take a picture, you need to press the Power and Volume Down button at the same time. Press it briefly but confidently. If you hold the buttons too long, you can start a switch-off or reboot menu instead of taking a screenshot.

Visual confirmation of the successful screenshot will be the characteristic sound of the camera shutter (if the system sound is on) and a brief flash of the screen, and in the upper corner will appear a small preview that can be immediately edited or sent.

• 📱 Press the power button and volume down at the same time.
• 🔊 Hear the characteristic snap of the camera shutter.
• 👀 Check the notification in the curtain or preview in the corner of the screen.

It is important to note that on some models with MIUI 12 and later, the reaction to pressing buttons can be instantaneous. If a screenshot is not created the first time, try changing the rhythm of the press or checking if the combination is blocked in special features.

⚠️ Warning: Do not press the buttons too hard or for too long, as this may force the device to restart or call emergency services if such a feature is activated in the security settings.

Use the Quick Action Menu (Stork)

If you don't like using physical buttons, like when your smartphone is on the table or you're holding it with one hand, you can use the software interface. Xiaomi's shell has a built-in screenshot-taking feature through the control center.

To do this, swipe top-down to open the notification curtain. Depending on the display settings, you may need to swipe a second time to deploy the full list of quick action tiles. Among the many icons, find an icon called "Screenshot" or a picture of scissors.

Once you click on the icon, the system will instantly snap a snapshot of the current contents of the display, which is especially useful when one of the physical buttons is faulty or has a tight stroke, and is a great option for Redmi Pad tablets, where the combinations of buttons may differ.

• 🔽 Swipe from top to bottom to open the curtains.
• 🔍 Find the screenshot icon).
• 🖱️ Click on the icon to create a picture.

If you don't find the right tile in the front row, try flipping to the right or clicking on the edit button (usually a pencil or three dots) to add the screenshot shortcut to the active ones, which will allow you to always have quick access to the feature.

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You can change the order of the tiles in the notification curtain by dragging them in edit mode. Place "Screenshot" at the very top for quick access.

Screenshot with three fingers (gesture)

One of the most convenient features of MIUI is the ability to take screenshots with a gesture, which is a feature that speeds up the process and makes it more ergonomic, but by default, it is often disabled and requires manual activation.

To enable this option, go to your smartphone settings. You need to find the "Additional" or "Extended Settings" section, and then select "Buttons and gestures." Here we're interested in the "Screenshot" tab, where you want to activate the "Three Finger Swipe" switch.

Once activated, just swipe your three fingers across the screen from top to bottom, and the system will instantly respond to the gesture and save the image, which is especially useful when viewing long pages in a browser or social media feed.

• 🖐️ Open the settings and go to "Buttons and gestures".
• ✅ Activate the option "Swipe with three fingers".
• 👇 Swipe three fingers on the screen from top to bottom.

Some firmware versions also have the option to “Enlarge Screenshot Area” after you have created the shot, allowing you to immediately go to edit. The gesture works in all applications except those where security is prohibited (for example, banking applications).

⚠️ Warning: The gesture may not work if a thick protective glass is pasted on the screen or if your hands are wet, as the touchscreen may not recognize three simultaneous touches.

Long screenshot (Scroll)

Often, you need to save not just one screen, but an entire page of a site, an article or a long correspondence. Xiaomi has a long screenshot (or scrolling) feature that allows you to sew multiple images into one long tape.

There are two ways to do this: One is to click on the Scroll button (down arrow) in the preview after you have created a normal screenshot (such as in the Quick Actions menu) or to use a special gesture if it is set up.

Once the mode is activated, the system will automatically scroll down, you can stop the process at any time by clicking on the screen or stop button, and the finished image will be saved in the gallery as a single file.

This feature is indispensable for saving instructions, recipes or correspondence on WhatsApp and Telegram. The quality of the final image remains high, although compression artifacts can be observed at very long file lengths.

Voice control and Assistant Touch

For those who prefer handless control or have physical limitations, Xiaomi offers the use of Google Assistant or the built-in Assistant Touch.

To take a screenshot with your voice, just say "Ok Google" (or activate the assistant with a button), and then say "Take a screenshot." The system will execute the command and save the image, which works even if the screen is locked, depending on the privacy settings.

The Assistant Touch feature also allows you to create a snapshot, and by adding a shortcut to the floating button menu, you can take screenshots in one click anywhere in the interface.

• 🎙️ Say, OK Google, take a screenshot".
• 🔘 Use the floating Assistant Touch button.
• ⚙️ Set up double tapping on the back (if supported).

The new Redmi models also feature “Tap on the back panel” and, once you go into the special features settings, you can assign a screenshot to double or triple tap on the back of the smartphone.

Where are screenshots stored and how to edit them

Once created, the screenshot is automatically saved to the gallery, and the standard Gallery app has a separate folder (album) called Screenshots or Screenshots, which makes it easier to find the right images among the photos.

Immediately after creation (within seconds), there is a thumbnail in the corner of the screen, and if you click on it, the built-in editor will open, and you can crop the image, draw arrows, add text, or blot out sensitive information.

Files are saved in PNG format, which ensures high quality without losing details. The path to files in the file system is usually /storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots.

If you delete a screenshot by accident, it can be found in the Recycle Bin folder in the gallery, where it is stored for 30 days, and then recovery is possible only through backup copies or third-party software.

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All screenshots are saved by default to the Xiaomi cloud (Mi Cloud) or Google Photos if sync is enabled, which protects data from loss when resetting your phone.

What to do if the screenshot does not work

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the usual combinations do not work, this can be caused by a software failure, features of a particular application or security settings. In banking applications and incognito mode, screenshots are often blocked at the Android level.

First of all, check if the device memory is full. If the free space is out, the system will not be able to save the new file. It is also worth rebooting the smartphone to reset temporary interface errors.

If the problem persists, check the special features settings. Sometimes third-party apps that overlap the screen (such as blue filter or voice recorders) can block the creation of screenshots. Try to turn them off temporarily.

• 💾 Check the free space in the phone memory.
• 🔄 Reboot the device to reset errors.
• 🚫 Check if the app blocks the creation of pictures (DRM).

In rare cases, you may need to reset the interface settings or upgrade the system to the latest version, where bugs with touchscreen have already been fixed by Xiaomi engineers.

⚠️ Note: If a screenshot is not taken in a banking application, it is not a bug, but a security feature to protect your financial data from spyware.