Modern smartphones Xiaomi 10S series offer many ways to capture what is happening on the display, but not all users immediately find the right features in deep settings MIUI. Often there is a need to quickly save correspondence, a map or an error in the application, and knowledge of fast methods becomes a critical skill. In this guide, we will discuss in detail all available options for creating screenshots, from classic buttons to advanced scroll functions.
MIUI-based devices have unique interface logic that can be different from pure Android. Understanding these nuances will save you time and avoid the typical errors of image gallery work. We will look not only at the basic methods, but also at hidden features that often go unnoticed even by experienced owners.
Xiaomi 10S owners will appreciate the speed of the system, but effective management of multimedia content requires a clear understanding of the capture tools. Below are step-by-step instructions that will help you master the creation of screenshots of any complexity.
Classical method using physical buttons
The most common and reliable way to take a screenshot on any Android smartphone, including the Xiaomi 10S, involves using a combination of physical keys. This method works even when the touchscreen is temporarily unresponsive or the system is in a high load state.
It is important not to pinch the buttons for too long, as prolonged holding of the power key can cause the device to turn off menu or start the voice assistant.The movement should be clear and fast, resembling a slight click. After successful execution of the action, you will hear the characteristic sound of the camera shutter, and at the top of the screen will appear a thumbnail of the image taken.
⚠️ Attention: If you press late or out of sync, instead of screenshots, the volume level may change or the screen will lock.
For users who have difficulty hitting two small buttons at once, there is an alternative sequence of actions in the settings: you can assign a screenshot to be taken long-term by pressing one of the keys, which will make the process easier later, which is especially convenient for people with disabilities or using a smartphone with one hand.
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Practice taking screenshots on a locked screen (if allowed by settings) to work out the synchrony of pressing buttons without risking removing important data.
Using a three-finger gesture for quick capture
The MIUI shell is famous for its clever gestures, and the three-finger swipe is one of the most useful tools for everyday use. To activate this feature, you need to swipe three fingers from top to bottom down the center of the screen, which instantly creates a screenshot of the current image without having to reach for the buttons on the body.
However, by default, this feature can be disabled, so the first step is to activate it in system settings. You need to go to the additional settings section and find the item responsible for gestures and shortcuts. Once you turn on the option, you can use this quick method at any time.
- 📱 Open the settings of your smartphone.
- 🔍 Go to the Additional or Advanced Settings section.
- ✋ Select Screenshot or Gestures and Shortcuts.
- ✅ Activate the switch with three fingers.
It's worth noting that some versions of the firmware may have slightly different menu layouts, but the logic of the search remains the same. If you can't find the item you want, use the search bar at the top of the settings menu, typing in the word "screenshot." The system will prompt you to go to the desired switch.
Creating pictures through the Control Panel (Stork)
For those who prefer a visual interface and don't like to memorize combinations, the ideal solution is to use a quick access panel. On the Xiaomi 10S, just swipe from top to bottom to open the control center and find the appropriate icon there. It is usually signed as "Screenshot" and has a scissors icon.
This method is especially useful when you are in applications where physical buttons can be blocked or where gestures are inconvenient because of the interface. Clicking on the icon in the curtain guarantees 100% results without unnecessary mechanics.
If you don't see the screenshot icon in the front row of the icons, it may be hidden in the second page of the menu or removed from the quick access. To return it, click on the edit button (usually a pencil icon or a tripole) at the top of the notification curtain. In the list of available switches, find the Screenshot and drag it to the active zone.
⚠️ Note: In Full Screen View mode, video or games, swipe to open the curtain may be blocked or require double finger swipe from the edge of the screen.
The function of a long screenshot and autoscroll
One of the most popular features in MIUI is the ability to create long screenshots that capture the entire content of the page, even if it does not fit on a single screen. This is indispensable for saving correspondence in messengers, web pages or long contact lists. After creating a regular screenshot (in any of the ways described above), a thumbnail appears at the top of the screen.
In this thumbnail, you quickly click the "Scroll" button (or the icon with arrows down). The system will automatically start scrolling the content down, taking additional pictures and gluing them into one long image. The process continues until you hit the stop button or reach the end of the page.
☑️ Checking the scroll function
It is important to note that not all applications support this feature correctly. In some cases, scrolling may stop prematurely or, conversely, go into an endless loop if the application interface dynamically loads the content.
| Type of content | Scrolling support | Recommended method | nuance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web pages (browser) | Complete. | Auto-scrolling | Could grab the ads downstairs. |
| Messengers (Telegram, WhatsApp) | Complete. | Auto-scrolling | Perfect for the history of correspondence. |
| Social networks (Instagram, VK) | Partial | Manually. | The tape can be loaded indefinitely. |
| System settings | Complete. | Auto-scrolling | Clear boundaries of the division |
What if the scroll went wrong?
Voice control and Google Assistant
Modern technology allows you to control the Xiaomi 10S smartphone without using voice commands. If your hands are busy or your phone is on the table, you can just say, "OK, Google, take a screenshot." The assistant recognizes the command and performs the action by saving the image to the gallery.
This feature requires that the voice assistant be activated and permissions to access the screen are given, which can be useful in situations where physical contact with the screen is not possible, but it is worth remembering that voice control requires a good Internet connection to process the request on the servers.
In addition, in some regions or versions of MIUI, the voice command may be localized differently or require activation in the settings of the Google Assistant itself.
Where to find and how to edit the photos
Once you have a screenshot on the Xiaomi 10S, the image is automatically saved to the standard Gallery app, which is usually included in a separate album called Screenshots, which makes it easy to separate them from the photos taken by the camera, and in this album, the files are sorted by date of creation.
Once you've created a picture, if you click on the thumbnail, it opens up the built-in editor, and it offers basic tools like framing, drawing, adding text and stickers, and it also has the Long Screenshot feature that we talked about earlier, and the MIUI editor is powerful enough to be processed quickly without installing third-party apps.
- 🖼️ Open the Gallery app.
- 📂 Go to the Albums tab.
- 📸 Select the Screenshot folder.
- ✏️ Click on the image to edit.
Screenshot files take up space in the device’s internal memory. If you take them very often, it makes sense to periodically clean this album or set up automatic sync with the Xiaomi Cloud or Google Photos cloud storage, which will free up space and protect data from loss.
⚠️ Note: When you delete screenshots through a standard shopping cart, they can be stored there for up to 30 days, continuing to occupy space".
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Regularly cleaning up the screenshot album and using cloud synchronization is the best way to keep your smartphone memory in order and not lose important data.
Solving the Problems of Creating Screenshots
Sometimes Xiaomi 10S users are faced with a situation where screenshots are not created, most often due to security restrictions of the application itself, for example, banking applications, incognito mode in the browser or DRM-protected video players block the ability to capture the screen, in which case you will see a black screen instead of an image.
Another reason could be a lack of RAM or overcrowded storage: If the phone runs out of space, the system will not be able to physically save the new image file, check the available space in the memory settings and delete the extra files if necessary.
Also, make sure that the system does not include Do Not Disturb mode with special settings that can block visual and audible notifications about the creation of a screenshot, even though the file itself is created.