How to make a printscreen on a Xiaomi Redmi phone: all the ways (including hidden)

Taking screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones seems like a simple task — until you encounter unexpected problems. From the combination of buttons does not work because of the case, the gesture with the palm refuses to recognize, it is not clear where the saved pictures went. This article will not only list the standard methods, but also reveal the hidden features of MIUI, which even the official instructions are silent about.

We tested all methods on the current models of Redmi Note 12/13, Redmi 10/11 and POCO X5 steerable MIUI 14/15 (Special attention was paid to common user errors, such as why screenshots are sometimes saved in.png and sometimes in.jpg, and how to fix them. You will also learn how to take long screenshots of the pages you are scrolling and where to find the image editor built into the image. MIUI.

1. Classical method: button combination

The most reliable method, which works on all Redmi models, from the budget Redmi A1 to the flagship Redmi K60.

1. Open the screen you want to capture.
2. At the same time, press the power button (on) and the volume reduction button.
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the characteristic shutter sound and see the animation of the screenshot.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) The power button is too close to the volume button. If you can't press them at the same time, try it:

• 🔹 Use two-finger grip - thumb on the power button, indicative of volume.
• 🔹 Remove the cover - it can block the full press.
• 🔹 Turn the phone over and press buttons on the back (suitable for flat-faced models).

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If the screenshot is not saved, check if the Do Not Disturb mode is enabled with blocking notifications. It can prevent the creation of screenshots.

2. Hand gesture: how to set up and why it doesn't work

Screenshot by gesture is available on all Redmis with MIUI 12 and up, but it is often disabled by default.

1. Go to Settings → Additional settings → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot by gesture.
2. Turn on the "Three Fingers Swipe" switch.
3. Choose the direction of the gesture: down or up (we recommend down - fewer false positives).

Now swipe three fingers simultaneously (without pause!) in the selected direction.

Is the mode on in the settings?

Do your fingers touch the screen at the same time (not consistently)?

Is the gesture being executed in the right direction?

Are there any greasy spots or scratches on the screen that interfere with the sensor?

The screen is not locked (the gesture only works in the unlocked state)-->

⚠️ Attention: Redmi with AMOLED-screens (for example, Note 12 Pro)+) The gesture may not work because of the sensitivity of the sensor:

• 🔹 Reduce the speed of the gesture – conduct more slowly.
• 🔹 Use dry fingers (wet or sweaty fingers impair recognition).
• 🔹 Restart your phone – sometimes the sensor resets the calibration.

3. Quick Ball: Hidden screenshot panel

Quick Ball is a floating button that appears on top of any screen, not only makes it easier to take screenshots, but also gives you quick access to other features (like returning to the home screen or locking the screen) to configure:

1. Open Settings → Special Options → Quick Ball
2. Turn on the switch and select "Screenshot" in the quick action list.
3. Set the button position (left or right) and its transparency.

Now to take a screenshot:

1. Tap Quick Ball (white circle on the edge of the screen).
2. In the menu that appears, select the icon "Scissors" (screenshot).

Quick Ball works even in gesture-blocked games and applications (such as PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact), where standard methods can be disabled.

4. Voice commands: "OK, Google" and MIUI Assistant

If you have your hands busy or your buttons are not working, you can take a voice screenshot.

Method 1: Google Assistant

Activate the voice assistant with the phrase “OK Google” or holding the home button, then say:

• 🗣️ "Take a screenshot" (works in English and Russian).
• 🗣️ "Take a picture of the screen".

Method 2: MIUI Assistant (Chinese firmware)

On Chinese firmware devices (Redmi for the Chinese market), a built-in assistant (Xiao AI) is available to take a screenshot of:

1. Activate the assistant with a long press of the home button or a voice:'
2. Say, "" (literally, "jie tu" - "screenshot").

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work if:

• 🔹 Access to the microphone is disabled Google/MIUI Assistant.
• 🔹 Charge Saving mode is enabled (limits the background activity of assistants).
• 🔹 Unofficial firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience) is used where MIUI Assistant deleted.

5. Long (scrollable) screenshots

If you want to save an entire web page, a chat in Telegram, or a list in Xiaomi Community, a standard screenshot will crop up some of the content. MIUI has a built-in Scrolling Screenshot feature, but it doesn't work in all apps.

To take a long screenshot:

1. Create a regular screenshot in any way (buttons, gesture, etc.).
2. Immediately after the screenshot appears in the lower right corner, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the "Scroll" button (an icon with two arrows down).
4. Wait for MIUI to automatically scroll through the page and connect the pieces into one snapshot.

📌 Where he works and where he doesn't:

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If a long screenshot breaks in the middle, try manually scrolling the page more slowly – MIUI will have time to capture more content.

6 Where screenshots are stored and how to edit them

By default, all screenshots are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

But there are nuances:

• 📁 On some firmware (for example, MIUI EU) path /DCIM/Screenshots/.
• 🖼️ Screenshots from Google Chrome are sometimes saved in the Download/Screenshots/.
• 🔍 If the folder is empty, check the gallery. → Albums. → Screenshots – sometimes files don’t appear in the Explorer.

MIUI has a built-in screenshot editor that appears immediately after the image is created.

• 🎨 Cut, rotate or resize.
• 🖍️ Add text, drawings or mosaics (to hide personal data).
• 📤 Share directly to instant messengers (Telegram, WhatsApp) or save to the cloud (Mi Cloud).

⚠️ Note: If the editor does not open automatically, check the settings:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Gallery → Show the editor after a screenshot.
2. Make sure the "Show thumbnail" switch is on.

7 Problems and Solutions: Why Screenshots Don't Work

Even on the new Redmi, users are experiencing screenshot bugs, and here are the most common problems and proven solutions:

If none of these methods work, try resetting your gesture settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select "Reset gesture settings and buttons".
3. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi