Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro is one of the most popular smartphones in the budget segment, but even its owners are not always aware of the hidden capabilities of MIUI. One of them is scrolling screenshots that allow you to capture not only the visible part of the screen, but also the entire long chat, web page or document. In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to create such screenshots, including little-known chips and solving typical problems.
Have you ever tried to save whole correspondence on Telegram or WhatsApp, but a standard screenshot has cropped half of the messages? Or wanted to share the full instructions from the site, but it did not fit on one screen? With a scrolling screenshot, this problem is solved in seconds. The main thing is to know how to activate the feature on Poco X3 Pro, because depending on the version of MIUI, the algorithm can vary.
Why is the Poco X3 Pro not running a screenshot scrolling?
Before we get to the instructions, let’s look at the typical reasons why the function may not work:
- 📱 An outdated version MIUI: firmware MIUI 12 Scrolling Screenshots Is Unstable or Not at All.
- 🔧 Disabled gestures: if screenshot gestures are disabled in the settings, the system does not recognize the scroll command.
- 🌐 Incompatible applications: Some programs (such as banking or gaming) block screenshots for security reasons.
- 🔄 shell conflict: if you use a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher), standard features MIUI may not work.
If your Poco X3 Pro is updated to the latest version of MIUI, but the scrolling still doesn’t start, try resetting your gesture settings in Settings → Additional → Gestures and buttons. Also check if No Sound is enabled – sometimes it interferes with command recognition.
Method 1: Standard gesture for a scrolling screenshot
The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI function, which works on all firmware versions starting with MIUI 11, but the algorithm is slightly different:
- Open the application or web page you want to capture.
- Take a regular screenshot: 👆 Gesture: swipe three fingers down the screen (if enabled in settings). 🔘 Buttons: simultaneously press the Volume down + Meals for food 1-2 seconds.
"Scrolling."
Ready.
Important: If the toolbar disappears too quickly, increase the time it displays in Settings → Additional → Screenshots → Show the toolbar. The optimal value is 5 seconds.
What to do if the scroll icon does not appear?
Method 2: Scroll through the screenshot editor
If the standard method didn’t work, try an alternative path through the built-in editor.This is the way to go for the Poco X3 Pro on MIUI 12.5+:
- Take a regular screenshot in any convenient way.
- Open the notification about the creation of the screenshot and tap it – the editor will open.
- In the bottom panel, look for the Long Screenshot icon (may be called Scrolling or Extended Capture).
- You're going to start scrolling automatically, and if you want to capture only a piece of content, stop the process with the Save button.
On the Poco X3 Pro with firmware below MIUI 12.5, this may not work — instead of the scroll button, only the basic editor will be used, in which case update the system or use the third method.
Make sure the app supports screenshots
Check out the MIUI version (not lower than 12)
Turn off Do Not Disturb mode.
Close the background applications for stable operation
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Method 3: Hidden function through ADB (for advanced)
If the first two methods do not work, you can activate the scrolling screenshots through the ADB-This method is suitable for advanced users and requires connecting the smartphone to the PC.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB Tools.
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
- 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap according to the version → return to → For developers).
Instructions:
- Connect Poco X3 Pro to your PC and open the command line in the folder with ADB.
- Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
- Activate the hidden scroll function: adb shell settings put global long_screenshot_enabled 1
- Reboot your smartphone. Now, when you create a screenshot, you should have a scroll button.
⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB-If you are not sure about your actions, skip this method or seek help from a specialist.
Comparison of methods: which method is better?
To choose the best option, compare all three methods on key parameters:
| Criteria | Standard gesture | Screenshot editor | ADB-team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | ⭐ (simple) | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | ⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) |
| It's working on MIUI 11. | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. |
| Demands a PC. | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. |
| Stability | ✅ Tall. | ✅ Tall. | ⚠️ Medium |
| Support for all applications | ❌ No (banks, games) | ❌ No (banks, games) | ✅ Yes (unless there is a lockdown) |
For most Poco X3 Pro users, the best solution is the first or second method, and the third method should only be used if the first two fail and the function is critical.
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On MIUI 14, scrolling screenshots works the most stable – if you have an old firmware, update it through Settings → System Update.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even if you follow instructions correctly, users often encounter problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions.
- 🚫 Screenshots break in the middle: this happens if the content loads dynamically (like Instagram feeds).Try to scroll through the page manually to the end before taking over.
- 🔄 Scrolling works in jerks: close the background apps and free up RAM. X3 Hold the Home button and swipe unnecessary programs.
- 📵 Scroll button is inactive: check if the power saving mode is on (Settings) → Battery → Battery mode. It can block background processes.
- 🔒 The app blocks screenshots: some programs (for example, Sberbank Online or Tinkoff) prohibit the creation of screenshots.
If the screenshot is saved in low resolution after scrolling, check the quality settings in Settings → Screenshots → Image quality. The optimal value is High or Original.
⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI POCO X3 Pro long screenshots are not saved in the gallery, but in the folder Pictures/Screenshots/Scroll. If you can’t find a file, check this directory through any file manager.
Alternative Apps for Long Screenshots
If integrated functions MIUI They don't, you can use third-party utilities.-3 Proven applications for Poco X3 Pro:
- 📱 LongShot: Supports scrolling in most apps, including WhatsApp and Telegram.There is a manual cropping and editing feature.
- 🌐 Stitch & Share: specializes in web page capture. Can save screenshots in format PDF.
- 🎨 ScreenMaster: in addition to scrolling offers an advanced editor with the addition of text, arrows and blur.
Check reviews before installing – some apps may contain ads or require unnecessary permissions. On the Poco X3 Pro, it is better to download programs from the official Google Play store or Mi App Store.
Tip: If you use a third-party app, turn off the built-in scroll function in MIUI to avoid conflicts. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Screenshots and reset settings.
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Before installing third-party screenshot utilities, check their compatibility with MIUI. Some programs (such as Scroll Capture) do not work on firmware above MIUI 13 due to changes in the API.