Modern smartphones allow you to instantly capture what is happening on the screen, which makes sharing information incredibly simple and convenient. Xiaomi device owners often look for quick ways to save images, but not everyone knows about the hidden capabilities of the system. Redmi Note 9 has many tools for working with content that go far beyond the standard button.
In this guide, we will take a detailed look at how to take a screenshot of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 using a variety of methods, from classic to automated. You will learn how to customize handy gestures, use voice control and edit the resulting pictures without installing third-party software.
You can take a screenshot at any time, to save a check, a text, or an interesting picture from the Internet. The MIUI system on board the device offers flexible settings to adapt the process to the habits of the individual user. Let's look at the basic options that will help you stay one step ahead.
Classical method using physical buttons
The most common and time-tested way to capture the contents of a display is by pressing two keys simultaneously. On the Redmi Note 9, it's a combination of an on button and a volume down button, and you have to press them simultaneously and release them so that the system can lock the command.
Once you have successfully performed the action, you will hear the characteristic sound of the camera shutter, and in the upper right corner a thumbnail of the image will appear. The screenshot is automatically saved in the gallery to the ScreenShots folder, from where it can be sent or edited.
The movement should be short and clear, resembling a slight click.
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If you can’t press the buttons at the same time, try pressing the volume button slightly first and then instantly pressing the power button.
This method works even if the touch screen temporarily stopped responding or freezes.The physical buttons on Xiaomi take priority and allow you to take a screenshot in almost any situation when the system is not in a state of complete freeze.
Control through the Control Center and the notification curtain
If you find the physical buttons uncomfortable or the buttons have a mechanical defect, you can use the interface software. The MIUI operating system has a built-in shortcut that is displayed in the quick access panel.
To do this, you swipe down to the Control Center (or the notification curtain, depending on the version of the interface). Among the many icons, you need to find an icon with a picture of scissors. One touch of this element instantly creates a copy of the screen image.
- 📸 The screenshot label allows you to take a picture without using your hands, which is convenient when holding the phone with one hand.
- ✏️ Immediately after creating the image, a toolbar appears at the bottom for quick editing and marking.
- ⚙️ The location of the label can be changed by holding your finger on the icon and dragging it to a more convenient place in the top row.
This is especially useful for those who prefer to minimize mechanical impact on the device body, and additional features such as screen recording or scrolling screenshots are often available through this interface, if they are in a separate group.
⚠️ Warning: If you haven't found the scissors icon, it may be hidden.Put the curtain down to the end and press the edit button (usually a pencil or gear) to add the widget to the active panel.
Setting up and using advanced gestures
One of the most convenient features in the MIUI shell is the ability to create screenshots using movements on the screen, which eliminates the need to reach for buttons on the body and makes the process of creating content as fast and invisible to others.
To activate this option, you need to go to the system settings. Go to Settings → Additional settings → Screenshots. Here you will find the Three Fingers switch that you need to activate. Once turned on, just swipe three fingers from top to bottom down the center of the display.
The system responds to touch instantly, and you'll see the shutter animation again, a technique that's particularly popular with gamers or those who watch videos frequently because it doesn't overlap the view with the control interface.
☑️ Customization of gestures
It’s worth noting that the touchscreen sensitivity on the Redmi Note 9 is quite high, so the movement should be confident, but not necessarily fast. If the gesture doesn’t work the first time, try increasing the touch area or using a protective glass with a good response.
Creating long screenshots and working with text
Often, a single image is not enough to save all the correspondence in the messenger or a long article in the browser. In such cases, the Scrolling Screenshot (or Long Screenshot) function comes to the rescue. It allows you to sew several images of the screen into one long strip.
Once you've taken a normal shot in any of the ways described above, a thumbnail will appear in the top corner. Click on it to open the editor, and select the button with the down arrow or the icon "More" → "Scroll" The device will automatically start to scroll through the content and glue the frames.
It stops when you touch the screen or when you reach the end of the page, and it's the perfect tool to save WhatsApp, Telegram, or long lists of products in online stores.
| Method | Difficulty | Best application | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttons | Low. | Universal. | It always works. |
| 3 finger gesture | Medium | Quick access | Requires customization |
| Curtain. | Low. | Big hands. | I need to open the menu. |
| Voice. | Tall. | No arms. | We need the Internet. |
When creating long screenshots, it is important that the content on the page is static. If during the scrolling, advertising pops up or the content of the tape changes, the final image may be defective or burst.
Voice control and Google Assistant
In the age of smart assistants, you can even take a screenshot with your voice. If your hands are busy or in the mud, just say, "OK, Google, take a screenshot." The assistant recognizes the command and performs the action if the phone is connected to the Internet.
This method requires pre-setting the voice activator and account binding, which is less reliable in noisy rooms, but can be a lifeline in critical situations where physical contact with the screen is impossible.
There is also the option of using third-party apps from Google Play that add their own widgets or commands, but standard Xiaomi functionality usually covers 99% of user needs without installing extra software.
What to do if the screenshot is not saved?
Editing and organizing saved files
Once you've created an image, the system offers you to go straight to processing it, and the built-in MIUI editor allows you to cut the edges, add text, draw arrows, or blur sensitive information.
To access the archive of all the images, open the Gallery app and go to the Album tab, where you have a separate ScreenShhots folder, where files are sorted by date of creation, making it easier to find the desired image among thousands of photos.
You can set up automatic cleaning of this folder or, conversely, back up in the Google Photos or Mi Cloud cloud to avoid losing important data when resetting settings.
⚠️ Note: When sending screenshots through messengers, the image quality may decrease. To transfer documents or drawings, use the File function instead of Photos to maintain the original resolution.
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Using the built-in editor immediately after the creation of the picture saves time and allows you to immediately send the finished result without opening the gallery separately.