How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Mi 9: a detailed guide

Modern smartphones like the flagship Xiaomi Mi 9 allow you to instantly capture the screen image for later use, while saving correspondence, payment receipts, interesting moments from games or errors in the work of applications. Device owners often look for quick ways to implement this feature without thinking about how many options are available on the system.

The MIUI operating system that runs the phone has several mechanisms for capturing images, which can vary depending on the firmware version and the user's individual settings, and understanding all the methods available will allow you to choose the most convenient for a particular situation.

This article details the algorithms for creating screenshots, and we will look at standard keyboard shortcuts, gesture control, voice commands, and process automation, as well as editing and saving the received files.

Classical method using physical buttons

The most common and reliable way to work on any Android device involves pressing two buttons simultaneously. On the Xiaomi Mi 9 case, you need to press the volume button and the lock button, and it is important to do this at the same time, with a minimum interval.

The mechanics of the process require clarity: if you press the buttons sequentially, the phone will perceive this as separate commands (for example, turning on the screen or changing the volume). When executed correctly, you will hear the characteristic click of the camera shutter, and a thumbnail will appear at the top of the screen.

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the screenshot is not created the first time, this may be due to a software failure or features of content protection in some applications (for example, in banking programs or incognito mode).

⚠️ Warning: If you take a screenshot in an app with enhanced security (banks, encrypted messengers), the image may appear black screen instead of real content.

For successful image capture, make sure that:

• 📱 The phone screen is active and not in sleep mode.
• 🔘 You press side buttons, not touch buttons (if any).
• 🖐 Pressing occurs simultaneously, without delay between buttons.
• 🚫 The application does not prohibit copying content.

It's worth noting that once you've created a picture, the system offers an edit menu, where you can immediately crop the image, apply a filter, or send the file to the messenger, and ignoring this window will automatically save the original in the gallery.

Managing screenshots through the notification panel

The second popular method does not require physical buttons, which is especially useful if one of them is faulty or busy in the game. To do this, you need to turn the “curtain” of the notifications swipe from top to bottom.

If the icon is not on the first screen, swipe left or press the edit button (usually a pencil) to add a shortcut to the active zone. Once pressed, the system will take a picture of the current state of the display.

Using the control panel allows you to take screenshots even in the rare cases where the side buttons are temporarily blocked by the system or other application. However, if the screen does not fully respond to touch, this method will not work.

Advantages of using curtains:

• 🖱 No need to reach for the side faces of the body.
• 👁 Ability to visually confirm the action before execution.
• ⚙️ Access to additional settings through a long press.
• 🎮 Convenience in games where volume buttons are used to control.

Set up and use gestures on Xiaomi Mi 9

The MIUI Operating Shell is famous for its flexibility in interface configuration. One of the most convenient tools is to create screenshots using triple tapping on the screen. This feature is not active by default and requires manual activation in settings.

To enable the option, go to Settings → Advanced Settings → Screenshot. Here you need to activate the "Three fingers" switch, and then swipe three fingers from top to bottom down the center of the screen will instantly create a picture.

This method is especially popular among users with large smartphones, as it does not require changing the grip of the device, but be careful: accidentally touching three fingers while reading news feeds or viewing photos can lead to the inadvertent creation of many files.

⚠️ Note: Triple tap may conflict with gestures in some games or drawing apps. If you notice strange interface behavior, try temporarily disabling this option.

To activate the gesture, follow the following steps:

1. Open the smartphone settings.
2. Go to the Advanced Settings section.
3. Select Screenshot (or Screenshot).
4. Activate the switchboard "Three fingers".

You can also set your behavior after you create a picture, for example, you can select the action “Do Nothing” if the edit pop-up annoys you, or set up a cloud-based submission.

Voice control and Google Assistant

Owners of Xiaomi Mi 9 can use the voice assistant to take screenshots, which is especially true when hands are busy or the phone is lying on the table. Google Assistant or Xiao AI (in global versions may not be available) understand the command "Take a screenshot".

To activate, just say "Ok Google" or press the home button for a long time (if configured), and then say the command. The system recognizes the request and performs a screen capture. The accuracy of recognition depends on the quality of the microphone and the absence of background noise.

This is the most technologically advanced method, but requires a stable Internet connection to process a voice request, and in a poor signal environment, the network may fail to execute or execute with a delay.

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Useful tip: For quick activation of the voice assistant without a trigger phrase, set up the “Access with Voice Match” function in Google Assistant and turn on the start option when you bring the phone to your ear.

The main advantages of the voice method:

• 🗣 Fully free hands during the process.
• 🌐 Remote control via smart speakers (in the Google ecosystem).
• 🔍 Accessibility for people with limited physical abilities.
• ⏱ Speed of execution with good diction.

Long screenshot: Capturing the entire page

Often, you need to save not only the visible part of the screen, but the entire page, such as long correspondence on WhatsApp, an article in the browser or a social media feed. Xiaomi Mi 9 implements the function of “Long screenshot” (or “Extended”).

Immediately after you create a normal screenshot (in any of the ways described above), a button with a down arrow or the words "Scroll" appear in the upper right corner of the thumbnail. When you click on it, you start scrolling mode. The phone will automatically scrolle the page down, taking a series of pictures and stitching them into one long picture.

The process will stop automatically when it reaches the end of the page, or manually if you touch the screen.The resulting file will have a non-standard aspect ratio and can weigh significantly more than a normal image.

Also, when “linking” artifacts can occur if the video was played on the screen.

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A long screenshot is not a separate feature, but a mode of continuation of a normal shot. First, take a basic screenshot, then press the expansion button.

Where to look and how to edit saved screenshots

Once created, the image is automatically stored in the device's internal memory. Standard file path: Internal memory → DCIM → Screenshots. The MIUI Gallery has a separate Screenshots folder for them, which makes it easier to search.

The system offers a built-in editor that opens immediately after a picture is taken or when you select a photo in a gallery, and there are tools available for cropping, rotating, overlaying, marker drawing, and adding stickers, which are enough for basic processing.

If the built-in functionality is not enough, the Xiaomi Mi 9 has no problems working with third-party applications from Google Play, such as Lightroom or specialized utilities for annotations. MIUI fairly.

⚠️ Warning: When cleaning memory through the Cleanup system tool, be careful. Screenshots are often labeled as "junk files" or cache, and can be accidentally deleted along with temporary application files.

To manage files, use the built-in Explorer:

1. Launch the Explorer app.
2. Select the Image category.
3. Find the Screenshots folder.
4. You can sort files by date, size or name.

Regular screenshot sorting helps to make space and quickly find the information you need, and remember to periodically delete old and irrelevant images, as they tend to accumulate and take up gigabytes of space.

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