How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9

Modern smartphones, and Xiaomi Redmi 9 is no exception, have long ceased to be just devices for calls, becoming powerful multimedia centers, where every element of the interface can require fixation. Users often face the need to save correspondence, capture an error in the application or just share an interesting moment from the game with friends. The operating system MIUI, which is based on Android, has many ways to perform this task, making the process as convenient as possible for owners of different habits.

In this article, we will take a look at all the available screenshot techniques, from classic mechanical combinations to advanced MIUI 12 shell features and later. You will learn how to use gestures, voice commands and even automatic scripts to capture images instantly. Understanding these tools will allow you to significantly speed up your device and effectively manage digital content.

We will focus on long screenshots that allow you to capture entire web pages or long dialogues in messengers in a single file. We will also look at the built-in image editor hidden in the system, which allows you to quickly highlight important or hide sensitive data before sending.

Classical method: a combination of physical buttons

The fastest and most time-tested way to take a screenshot of Redmi 9 is to use physical control buttons, which works even when the touch screen is temporarily unresponsive or the system is under load. To do this, you need to simultaneously press the volume button and the power button (lock the screen), pressing it should be short-term, but clear, so that the system has time to register the command.

It is important to keep the press synchronized: if you press the buttons too long, the off menu or voice assistant may activate. When you successfully create a picture, you will hear the characteristic sound of the camera shutter (if the sound is on), and the device vibrates slightly. The screen will instantly appear a smaller copy of the image taken in the upper corner, next to which there will be buttons for quick editing or sending.

⚠️ Note: Do not hold the buttons tighter. 2-3 seconds, as this may cause a forced reboot of the device or call emergency services if such a function is activated in the settings.

This universal method is the basic standard for all Android devices and does not require additional customization. It is ideal for situations where you need to act quickly and at random. However, if you often need to take a lot of screenshots, mechanical pressing may seem uncomfortable, and then you should pay attention to software alters.

Use of the control panel and task menu

The MIUI shell offers users an alternative way to create screenshots through a software interface, which is especially useful when using physical buttons is uncomfortable. To do this, you need to unlock your smartphone and lower the notification curtain from top to bottom. In the quick settings menu you need to find an icon with the image of scissors, which is called “Screenshot”.

If you don't find this icon in the front row, try swiping left or pressing the edit button (usually a pencil or three dots) to add a shortcut to a prominent place. Once you click on the icon, the screen will blink and a snapshot of the current contents of the display will be taken. This method eliminates the risk of accidentally pressing other buttons and is useful if one of the physical keys is faulty.

Another option to access this feature is in the menu of running applications. If you swipe from the bottom up and hold your finger (or press the menu button, depending on the type of navigation), a list of open programs will open. The thumbnail of the active application often displays additional control buttons, including a screenshot, which allows you to quickly capture the state of the application before closing it.

Gesture control: three fingers down

One of the most convenient features in Xiaomi smartphones is the ability to create screenshots with a swipe with three fingers on the screen. This feature is not activated by default on some versions of the firmware, so it must be pre-enabled in the settings. To do this, go to Settings → Additional Features → Screenshots and activate the Three Finger Swipe switch.

Once activated, simply swipe your three fingers from top to bottom on any part of the screen where the content is displayed and the device will instantly take a picture.This method is especially popular among users who appreciate speed and ergonomics, since it does not require moving the phone or finding buttons on the case. The gesture works in almost all applications, including browsers, gallery and social networks.

• 📱 The gesture works even on a locked screen if the screenshot on a locked screen is enabled in the security settings.
• ⚙️ You can adjust the gesture response: create a regular screenshot, a long screenshot or open the editing menu.
• 🚫 In some secure applications (banks, incognito mode), the creation of screenshots can be blocked by the security system.

It's worth noting that a certain skill is required to make a gesture successfully: fingers must touch the screen at the same time and move smoothly. If the screenshot doesn't work the first time, try changing the angle of inclination of your fingers or the speed of your movement. In sensitivity settings, you can sometimes find additional parameters to calibrate this action.

Voice control and Google Assistant

Modern technology allows you to control your smartphone completely hands-free using voice commands. Redmi 9 has Google's voice assistant pre-installed, which is perfectly integrated into the system. To take a screenshot with your voice, just say the phrase "OK, Google," wait for the answer, and then say "Take a screenshot" or "Take a screenshot." The system recognizes the command and performs the action.

This may seem less fast than pressing buttons, but it is indispensable in situations where hands are busy or dirty. In addition, voice control helps people with disabilities to fully use all the functions of a smartphone. To work correctly, make sure that the Google Assistant settings include Voice Match to recognize the voice of the owner.

⚠️ Attention: Voice control requires an active Internet connection and a running microphone. In noisy rooms, command recognition can be difficult.

And you can also talk about the ability to customize your own voice commands through the Google Assistant Routines app. You can create a scenario where you can use a single phrase, like "Write this down," and the phone will take a screenshot and send it to a specific chat or save it to a separate folder, which is an example of how process automation can make everyday tasks easier.

Long screenshot and extended functions

One of the most popular features in MIUI is the ability to create long screenshots (or scrolling screenshots). Once you have taken a regular screenshot in any of the above ways, a thumbnail will appear in the corner. Click on it, and at the bottom of the screen a button with two arrows or the words "Scroll".

By clicking this button, you automatically scroll down the page, and the system will stitch the image into one long band, and you can stop the process at any time by touching the screen, which is ideal for saving articles, WhatsApp or Telegram correspondence, and contact lists, and the maximum length of this image is limited by the screen size and available memory.

The screenshot editor, which opens immediately after creation, has powerful tools available: You can crop an image, add text, draw arrows or blur sensitive information. The built-in Lastik tool in MIUI allows you to remove objects from photos using artificial intelligence algorithms, which is rare for standard galleries. Once edited, the image can be immediately sent to the messenger or saved.

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Use the Blurr feature in the screenshot editor to hide passwords, card numbers, or personal correspondence before posting the image online.

Where screenshots are stored and how to manage them

All images are automatically saved to the gallery's system folder, and you can find them by opening the Gallery → Albums → Screenshots app, where files are sorted by date, making it easier to find the material you want, and it also allows you to create individual albums and move important screenshots to the gallery for better organization.

When a smartphone is overflowing, old screenshots can take up a lot of space, especially if you often take long, high-resolution photos of pages. It is recommended to periodically review this folder and delete what is unnecessary. The built-in Cleanup tool in the Security app can automatically find similar or blurred screenshots and suggest that they be deleted.

• 📂 Screenshot files are stored in format PNG maintain quality or JPG save space.
• 🗑️ Deleted screenshots are placed in the gallery cart, where they are stored for 30 days before final deletion.
• ☁️ Set up sync of your screenshot folder with Google Photos or Xiaomi Cloud to avoid losing data when you change your device.

For advanced users, you can change the default way of saving screenshots by transferring them directly to a microSD card, if installed in Redmi 9. This is done through storage settings or with file managers with system folder permissions, which helps keep the device's internal memory free for application installation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Regular cleaning of the folder with screenshots frees up to 1-2 GB of memory per month, which significantly speeds up the work of the Xiaomi Redmi 9 smartphone.