How to take a screenshot on Poco X3: way + mistake-making

Contents

• Classic method: power and volume buttons
• Three-finger gestures – how to set up and use
• Screenshot via Quick Settings panel MIUI
• Google Voice Assistant for Screenshots
• What to do if screenshots are not saved
• Where to find and how to edit screenshots
• Top.-3 applications for extended screenshots

Take a screenshot on Poco X3 (version NFC, Pro and GT) You can do it in at least five different ways, from standard button combinations to voice commands, but many users are facing problems: screenshots are not saved in the gallery, disappear after a reboot or are taken with a black screen. MIUI 12/13/14, We also solve common mistakes.

It is important to understand that the functionality may vary depending on the firmware version. MIUI 14, the screenshot menu disappeared in the notification curtain, but a new gesture appeared. X3 Pro with Android 12 button combination works differently than on the base model with Android 10.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most versatile method that works on all versions of Poco X3 It's a simple algorithm, regardless of the firmware:

1. Open the screen you want to capture (app, web page, settings).
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.

⚠️ Attention: On Poco X3 Pro with Android 12+ Sometimes it's a turn off menu instead of a screenshot:

• 🔄 Press the buttons faster (less than 0.5 seconds latency).
• 🔄 Use the other finger for the volume button (sometimes triggered by incomplete pressing).
• 🔄 Rebooting the phone – it resets the temporary freeze system services.

If the combination does not work at all, check:

• 📱 Integrity of buttons – physical damage can block clicking.
• 🔧 Sign settings in Settings → Additionally. → Buttons and gestures (sometimes conflict with hardware buttons).

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On Poco. X3 GT With MediaTek Dimensity 1100, the button combination may not work due to power optimization. Enable Performance mode in battery settings.

2. Three-finger gesture - how to set up and use

The "three finger screenshot" function is available in MIUI 12 and newer, but it's disabled by default:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot.
2. Turn on the swipe switch three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Set up a long screenshot for the scrollable pages.

How to use:

1. Open the screen.
2. Swipe three fingers across the screen from top to bottom (the gesture should be smooth but fast).
3. The screenshot will be saved automatically, and at the bottom will appear the editing toolbar.

⚠️ Note: The gesture does not work in:

• 🎮 Games (blocked due to protection from accidental pressing).
• 📺 Some video players (for example, MX Player in immersive viewing mode).
• 🔒 Banking applications (security restrictions).

If the gesture doesn't work:

• 🧹 Clear the system cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Clear the cache.
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the gesture service will “hang” after prolonged use.

3. Screenshot through the Quick Settings panel MIUI

V MIUI 12 and older, there's a button in the notification curtain for screenshots:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the Screenshot icon (usually in the front row, next to the flashlight).
3. Slip it, and the current screen will be captured.

If no button:

• 🔧 Click on the pencil (panel editing) and add the Screenshot icon to the active elements.
• 📌 V MIUI 14 button can be hidden – search by settings on request “screenshot".

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ It works even with faulty power/volume buttons.
• ✅ You can take a screenshot with one hand (comfortable for large screens).

Limitations:

• ❌ Does not work in full-screen applications (games, videos) where the notification curtain is blocked.
• ❌ On some custom firmware buttons may not be available.

Notification curtain unlocked|The application supports overlay elements|The screenshot button is added to the panel|The screen is not locked with a password-->

4. Google's voice assistant for screenshots

If you have Google Assistant activated, you can take voice screenshots, which is convenient when your hands are busy or your buttons are not working.

1. Activate Assistant with the voice command OK, Google or hold the Home button.
2. Say, Take a screenshot or take a screenshot.
3. Confirm the action (if required).

⚠️ Note: The function only works when:

• 🌐 Active Internet (Assistant requires a connection to process the command).
• 🗣️ Configured voice in Settings → Google → Assistant settings → Voice Match.
• 📱 No restrictions in settings of special features.

Alternative voice commands:

If the Assistant does not respond:

• 🔊 Check the microphone permissions for the Google app.
• 📶 Make sure that mobile internet or Wi-Fi is enabled.
• 🔄 Update Google Assistant through Play Market.

5 What to do if screenshots are not saved

Typical problems and their solutions:

Problem 1: Screenshots don't appear in the gallery

• 📁 Check the folder. DCIM → Screenshots via Explorer (sometimes the gallery doesn't update media tags).
• 🔄 Reboot the phone – it will force the media database to be updated.
• 🛠️ Clear the cache and data of the Gallery applications in the settings.

Problem 2: Black screen in the screenshot

• 🎬 It's happening in DRM-Protected Applications (Netflix, Disney)+, Banking software. No solution - security constraints.
• 🔒 Check if incognito mode is enabled in the browser (some sites block screenshots).

Problem 3: Failure to save error

• 💾 Check the available space on the device (needs a minimum of 100 MB).
• 📂 Make sure the Screenshots app has permission to write in memory.
• 🛡️ Disable antiviruses – they can block system processes.

Critical info: On Poco X3 With root rights or custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience), screenshots can be saved in a folder /data/media/0/Pictures/Screenshots — It's hidden from the standard gallery. Use Root Explorer or FX File Manager for Access.

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If the screenshots are missing after the update MIUI, Reset the settings of the Gallery and Media Store app in the app menu.

6.Where to find and how to edit the screenshots taken

By default, screenshots are saved to:

• 📂 gallery → Albums. → Screenshots.
• 📂 Conductor → Internal memory. → DCIM → Screenshots.

Immediately after creating the screenshot, a quick editing panel appears at the bottom of the screen with options:

• ✏️ Drawing – adding arrows, text, blur.
• 📤 Share – sending to messengers or the cloud.
• 🗑️ Delete - Instant removal.
• 🔍 Scrolling – creating a long screenshot (if supported).

For advanced editing, use:

⚠️ Note: When editing screenshots in Google Photos, the originals are automatically uploaded to the cloud:

1. Open Google Photos.
2. Slip on the avatar. → Photo settings → Backup.
3. Turn off backup and synchronization.

7. Top.-3 applications for extended screenshots

If the standard functions MIUI Not enough, install one of these applications:

1. Screen Master (free, with purchases) 📸 Scrolling Screenshots for Long Pages. 🎨 Editor-in-Ch 50+ sticker. 📤 Autoboot to Google Drive/Dropbox. 🔗 Download to Play Market
2. Screenshot Touch (Free and Unlimited) 👆 Gestures for screenshots (shaking, tap on the icon). 📝 OCR-screen-recognition. 🔒 Password to access screenshots.
3. Screenshot Easy (Paid Version) 🎮 Screen capture in games (bypasses restrictions) DRM). 📹 Recording video from the screen without root. 📊 History of screenshots with date search.

⚠️ Note: Screenshot apps require permission Screen recording in Settings → Special features. Without that, they won't be able to take pictures in games and some apps.

Before installing third-party utilities:

• 🛡️ Check reviews from the last 2-3 months (many apps are no longer supported).
• 🔍 Check the permissions if the application requests access to the SMS or contacts, it is suspicious.

FAQ: Frequent questions