Screen recording on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: All methods from standard to professional

Creating screencasts on Xiaomi smartphones often raises questions among users – especially when it comes to budget models like Redmi. 9T. Many people mistakenly believe that to record the screen must install third-party programs or receive ROOT-In fact, even on stock firmware. MIUI There are at least 3 built-in ways to run recording, plus a couple of reliable workarounds for advanced tasks.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods, from the basic tool Quick Settings to hidden functions for gamers and streamers, and focus on setting sound from the microphone, video resolution and performance optimization so that recording does not slow down on Redmi. 9T With its Snapdragon 662 and 4GB of RAM, we'll also tell you how to get around the restrictions. MIUI, if the standard methods do not work.

If you need to record gameplay, create a tutorial video, or just save the broadcast, here you will find step-by-step instructions with pictures (in text format) and tips for correcting typical errors, such as why recording can be interrupted in 3 minutes or why no audio from the speakers is saved.

1. Standard screen recording via "Quick Settings"

The easiest way to start recording is to use the built-in function. MIUI, Available on all Xiaomi smartphones, including Redmi 9T. It does not require the installation of additional applications and works even on the latest versions of firmware (up to the latest version). MIUI 14).

To activate the recording:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the Quick Settings panel.
2. Find the icon "Screen Recording"** (usually hidden - tap the icon) ⋯ Or edit to add it to the visible area).

During recording, a floating panel with control buttons will appear in the upper right corner:

• 🎤 — turn on/off the microphone
• ✏️ — Draw on the screen (e.g., circle important elements)
• ⏹ — stop

Check the free space on the device (minimum 1 GB)

Close unnecessary apps in the background

Turn off notifications if they interfere.

Set the screen brightness to maximum.-->

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ Maximum authorization — 720p (on the Redmi 9T no option 1080p standard-tool).
• ❌ No way to record internal sound (only from a microphone).
• ❌ Video saved in format.mp4 bitrate ~8 Mbps, which may not be enough for professional tasks.

⚠️ Warning: If nothing happens after clicking on the recording icon, check if the feature is disabled in the developer settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI and tap 7 times to activate the developer mode. → Additionally. → For developers, find the Screen Record item and make sure it's turned on.

2. Recording the screen through Game Turbo

Few people know, but in MIUI There's a hidden tool for gamers called Game Turbo that can record screens with advanced settings:

• 🎮 Record gameplay with internal sound (e.g. from the PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact).
• 📊 Select permission before 1080p and frame rate 60 FPS.
• 🔇 Disable notifications during recording.

How to start recording through Game Turbo:

1. Open any game (for example, Call of Duty: Mobile).
2. Swipe from left to right across the screen to call the Game Turbo panel (if the panel doesn’t appear, turn it on to Settings → Special Features → Game Turbo).
3. In the Game Turbo panel, tap the Record icon** (it looks like a circle with a dot inside).
4. Select permission (720p or 1080p) and FPS (30 or 60).
5. Press Start – the recording will begin after the countdown.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ Records internal sound from the game (without microphone).
• ✅ You can choose a high resolution and FPS.
• ✅ Automatically disables notifications and optimizes performance.

⚠️ Note: If the game does not support Game Turbo (for example, some emulators), the recording may not start.

Third-party annexes: AZ Screen Recorder and Mobizen

If embedded tools MIUI You don't like it, you can install special programs to record the screen — AZ Screen Recorder and Mobizen offer more features than standard tools but require additional permissions.

Comparison of annexes:

• AZ Screen Recorder: 🎥 Entry in 1080p/60 FPS. 🎤 Sound capture from microphone and internal speaker (requires activation via ADB). 🖌️ Built-in video editor.
• Mobizen: 📱 Lightweight, optimized for weak devices. 🔄 Automatic Save to the Cloud. 🎮 Mode for streaming on YouTube or Twitch.

Instructions for setting up AZ Screen Recorder:

1. Download the app from Google Play (or from the official website if the Play Market is not available).
2. When you first start, grant permissions to Overlay over other windows and access files.
3. To record internal sound: Connect your phone to your PC and enable Debugging USB in the developer settings. Run the command to ADB: adb shell pm grant com.hecorat.screenrecorder.free android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
4. Run the recording through a floating button or widget.

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After installation AZ Screen Recorder Recording is slowing down, lower resolution to 720p and turn off the recording of touches (option in the application settings).

Important: On Redmi 9T s MIUI 12.5+ Some versions of Mobizen may not work properly due to system limitations. AZ Screen Recorder or update the firmware.

4. Screen recording via ADB (for power users)

If you need to record a screen without watermarks and with the highest quality, you can use the tool. ADB (Android Debug Bridge is suitable for developers or those willing to spend 10 minutes setting up.

What you need:

• 🖥 Computer installed ADB (You can download from the official Android website).
• 📱 Xiaomi Redmi 9T with debugging on USB.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and confirm your trust in the computer on your smartphone screen.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB.
3. Start recording with Adb shell screenrecord /sdcard/record.mp4 --bit-rate 10000000 --size 1080x2400 where: --bit-rate 10000000 — bitrate (10 Mbps for good quality). --size 1080x2400 — screen resolution of Redmi 9T.

Ctrl + C

/sdcard/record.mp4

adb pull /sdcard/record.mp4 C:\Users\YourName\Videos\

⚠️ Note: When recording through ADB video is saved without sound by default. To capture the audio will require additional commands or ROOT-Also, a long recording (more than 3 minutes) can cause Redmi to overheat. 9T — monitor the temperature of the processor.

5 How to record a screen with internal sound (without the sound) ROOT)

One of the main limitations of standard recording methods on Xiaomi is the inability to capture internal sound (such as music from Spotify or sounds from the game), which can be solved in two ways:

Method 1: Use an external microphone

• Connect to the smartphone external microphone through USB-C Bluetooth.
• Place the microphone next to the phone’s speaker (for example, use headphones with a microphone).
• Enable sound recording from the microphone in the settings of the screencast application.

Cons:

Method 2: Virtual audio cable (only for Android 10)+)

1. Install the SoundAssistant app from Google Play.
2. Enable the Audio Monitor option in the application settings.
3. Start recording the screen through AZ Screen Recorder with microphone enabled.
4. The sound from the speakers will be duplicated on a virtual microphone and recorded in video.

Method 3: Use a PC

• Get Redmi on board. 9T computer-only USB.
• Use programs like this. OBS Studio or Vysor for screen and sound capture.
• Configure the audio source as Phone Speakers (you will need to enable Sound Transfer over the phone). USB developer-setting).

6. Solving typical problems when recording screen

Even after setting up the screen correctly, record the screen on Redmi. 9T It can malfunction. Here are the most common problems and their solutions:

Problem 1: Recording is terminated in 3 minutes

• Reason: Limitation MIUI Long-term recording to save battery.
• Solution: Go to Settings → Battery and productivity → Optimize the battery and disable optimization for the recording application.

Problem 2: No sound in the recording

• Reason 1: The microphone is turned off in the recording settings.
• Solution: Before recording, tap the microphone icon in the control panel.
• Reason 2: Systemic constraints MIUI (no internal sound capture).
• Solution: Use the method with ADB or external microphone (see section 5).

Problem 3: Videos slow down or tear

• Reason: Insufficient performance of Snapdragon 662 recording 1080p/60 FPS.
• Solution: Reduce the permit to 720p or FPS until 30. Close all background applications.

Problem 4: No video is saved

• Reason: Not enough space on the device or file system error.
• The solution: Make room (minimum) 500 MB) and restart the phone. If the problem recurs, check the folder DCIM/Screenshots for the presence of damaged files.

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If the screen recording doesn't start at all, check if the feature is disabled in the security settings. MIUI The record is blocked due to privacy policies (e.g., in corporate devices).

7 Where records are saved and how to edit them

By default, all videos recorded by standard means MIUI, stored in a folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Movies/ScreenRecords/

or

/storage/emulated/0/DCIM/Screenshots/

(depending on the version of the firmware).

To quickly find the record:

1. Open the Gallery app.
2. Go to the album Videos or Screen Records.
3. Sort the files by date of creation.

For basic editing, you can use the built-in application "Video Editor»** (MIUI Video Editor):

If you need more advanced features (such as overlapping multiple tracks or color correction), set:

• InShot is convenient for quick installation from the phone.

Optimization tip: Copy the video to your PC before editing, which will make it faster, especially if the file weighs more than 500MB.

8. Alternative methods: mirroring on PC

If you need to record the Redmi screen 9T With maximum quality and no time constraints, mirroring is the best option, and this is true for streamers, long review creators, or those who work with professional software like Adobe Premiere.

Method 1: USB (Vysor or scrcpy)

Method 2: Wi-Fi (ApowerMirror)

• 🌐 Install ApowerMirror on PC and Phone.
• 📶 Connect devices to a single Wi-Fi network.
• 🖱 Start broadcasting the screen on PC and record through OBS Studio or built-in ApowerMirror tool.

The advantages of mirroring:

• ✅ There are no time limits for recording.
• ✅ You can write in 4K (if the PC supports).
• ✅ It is easy to add comments through the PC microphone.

Cons:

• ❌ Computer required.
• ❌ Possible delays in Wi-Fi transmission.

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For minimal delays in mirroring, use USB-Connect and disable background processes on PC (especially antivirus).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen recording on Redmi 9T