How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi: all the ways for Redmi, POCO and Mi

Screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones are one of the most popular features that users use every day. Whether you want to save important correspondence, capture an error in the application or share interesting content, the ability to quickly take screenshots will save time and nerves. However, not everyone knows that on devices with a shell MIUI, there are five different ways to take screenshots from classic to hidden.

In this article, we will look at all the current methods, including hotkeys, three-finger gestures, voice commands, and even Game Turbo features for gamers. Separately, we will focus on the nuances for older models (before MIUI 10) and new flagships with hyper-touch screen. If you have ever encountered a screenshot that is not saved or turns out to be black, here you will find a solution.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi models - from the budget Redmi 9A to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

1. Open the screen you want to capture.
2. At the same time, press the Power (on) button and the Volume Down button.
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see an animation of the screenshot.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5) Button sensitivity may require a sharper press. If you don't get a screenshot the first time, try it:

• 🔄 Press the buttons not at the same time, but with a minimum interval (volume first, then power).
• 🧹 Clean the buttons of dirt – dust can block the trigger.
• 🔋 Check if the Power Saving mode is activated (it may turn off some functions).

Where to look for a screenshot? By default, the images are saved in the DCIM → Screenshots folder or in the gallery in the Screenshots album. New versions of MIUI 14+, after creating a screenshot, a thumbnail with quick editing and sending options appears in the lower right corner.

2. Three-finger gesture: quick screenshot without buttons

The gesture screenshot feature is a Xiaomi proprietary feature that eliminates the need to use physical buttons to activate it:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the Screenshot option with a gesture and turn it on.
3. Choose the direction of the finger (by default - from top to bottom).

Now, you just need to swipe your three fingers down (or up if you change the setting) to create a screenshot.

• 🎮 Gamers - does not interrupt the game (even in Game Turbo).
• 📱 Users with faulty power or volume buttons.
• 👆 Simultaneously creating a long screenshot (scrolling).

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+) The gesture may conflict with the swipe function for return. If the screenshot does not work, check:

1. Disable Swipe from the edges in Settings → System → Gestures. 2. Update the firmware – in MIUI 13+, bugs with gestures are fixed.

3.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

If you're too lazy to push buttons or make gestures, you can use Xiaomi's voice assistant (formerly Xiao AI), which works on all devices with MIUI 12 and later.

1. Activate the voice assistant with a long press on the Home button (or say “OK, Google” if you use Google Assistant).
2. Say to one of the commands: "Take a screenshot", "Screenshot" "Photograph the screen" (on Chinese firmware)

Pros of the method:

• 🎤 Works even with the screen turned off (if voice start is enabled).
• 🤲 No need for free hands – comfortable driving (but don’t be distracted!).
• 🌐 Supports several languages (Russian, English, Chinese).

⚠️ Note: On devices with global firmware (e.g, POCO X5 Pro) Xiaomi's voice assistant can be disabled by default:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Assistant → Enable

4. Long Screenshot (Scroll): How to Capture the Entire Page

A standard screenshot captures only the visible part of the screen, but what if you want to save an entire web page, correspondence in Telegram or a list in Mi Fit? MIUI There is a Scrolling Screenshot (or Long Screenshot) function).

How it works:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the screenshot appears at the bottom of the screen, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (two arrows up and down).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls through the page and connects the parts into a single file.

📌 Limitations of function:

💡 If a long screenshot is not saved, check for free space in memory – an additional 50–100 MB is required to combine the parts.

5. Screenshot in Games via Game Turbo

For gamers, Xiaomi has a separate tool, the Game Turbo, which not only optimizes performance, but also allows you to take screenshots without leaving the game.

1. Start a game (e.g. Call of Duty Mobile or Genshin Impact).
2. Swipe from right to left across the screen to open the Game Turbo panel.
3. Click on the screenshot icon (camera icon).

Advantages of the method:

• 🎮 Does not interrupt the gameplay (no lags).
• 📁 Save screenshots to a separate Game Turbo folder.
• 🔧 Allows you to share a picture immediately in Discord or Telegram.

⚠️ Note: On some models (such as the Black Shark 5), the Game Turbo panel may be hidden to return it:

Settings → Memory and performance → Game Turbo → Enable floating panel

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If the game does not support Game Turbo, add it manually through Settings → Apps → Game Turbo → Add games.

6. Hidden functions and problem solving

Even experienced Xiaomi users are unaware of some of the nuances of creating screenshots. Here are 5 little-known chips:

• 🔍 Incognito mode: B MIUI 14, you have a hidden screenshot option -- they're not displayed in the gallery, they're saved in a protected Private Safe folder. → Confidentiality → Private Safe → Include hidden screenshots
• 📐 Editing immediately after creation: If you quickly tap on the thumbnail after a screenshot, an editor with trimming, drawing and adding text will open.
• 🔄 Autodelete old screenshots: In Settings → Warehouse → Cleanup can be configured to automatically delete images older than 30 days.
• 🖥️ Screenshot from PC: Connect your phone to your computer USB Use the command: Adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png
• 🎨 Color profiles: On Xiaomi 13/14 Screenshots are saved in the color space DCIP3, What improves the quality of professional printing.

🛠️ Typical problem solving:

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi

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For most tasks, a combination of buttons or gestures with three fingers is enough. Voice assistant and Game Turbo are useful in specific scenarios (games, busy hands).