How to shoot a screen on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways + error solving

Taking a screenshot on Xiaomi seems like a simple task — until you encounter broken buttons, no sound of a picture or the need to capture a long web page. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to create screenshots on devices with MIUI 14/15 (including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark), as well as solve typical problems from “no screenshot” to “how to take a picture without notification”.

Xiaomi has the flexibility to set up its settings: not only can you choose a convenient screen shooting method, but you can also adjust the save format (PNG/JPEG), storage folder, and shutter sound. We tested all the options on the 2022-2026 models (including Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and POCO F6) and highlighted the only method that works even on a locked screen, which you will find in the section on alternative solutions.

1. Classic method: power buttons + volume

The most versatile method, working on all Xiaomi models (from Redmi 9A to Xiaomi 14).

1. Open the screen that you want to capture.
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (top left).
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see the animation of the shot.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X6 Pro) button sensitivity is high - if you hold them too long, an emergency call or reset may be triggered. Optimal retention time is less than 1 second.

Where to look for a screenshot? By default, files are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

Make sure the buttons are pressed synchronously.|Look at the top panel - has the notification appeared?|Check the Screenshots folder in the gallery|Try again if the photo is not saved.-->

2. Three-finger gesture (screenshot swipe)

Quick Screenshot, a gesture feature available in MIUI since version 12, is convenient when the power or volume buttons are faulty.

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select a screenshot with three fingers.
3. Activate the switch and test: swipe three fingers down the screen at the same time.

🔹 Pros of the method:

• 👍 Works on a locked screen (if the option is enabled in the security settings).
• 👍 You can adjust the direction of the swipe: down or up.
• 👍 It does not wear physical buttons.

⚠️ Attention: POCO F5 And some other models, the gesture may conflict with the "Separate Screen" function. If the screenshot doesn't work, turn off the separate screen in Settings. → Screen. → Separate screen.

3. Notification panel and quick settings

If physical buttons or gestures don’t work, use the virtual bar:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Find the Screenshot icon (usually located in the bottom row of quick settings).
3. Slip on it – the picture will be taken in 1-2 seconds.

🔹 What to do if there is no icon?

• 🔧 Open the full notification bar (swipe down with two fingers).
• 🔧 Click on "Edit" (pencil icon).
• 🔧 Drag the screenshot icon into the active area.

This method is especially useful for the Xiaomi Pad 6 and other tablets, where gestures can be triggered accidentally, and it is the only one that allows you to take a screenshot without the shutter sound (if you turn off the system sounds in the settings).

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On Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and later, you can add a Screenshot widget to the main screen: long press in free space → Widgets → Tools → Screenshot.

4. Voice command via Google Assistant

The way for those who prefer to control the phone by voice, works for all Xiaomi with Google Assistant installed (the default is on global firmware).

1. Activate the voice assistant: 🎤 Say “OK Google” (if the function is enabled). 🎤 Hold the button home (on models with a physical button).

"Take a screenshot"

"Take off the screen."

Confirm the action (if required).

🔹 Limitations of method:

• 🚫 It doesn’t work on Chinese firmware without Google Services.
• 🚫 It may not work in games or applications with voice commands blocked (for example, in the case of a voice command, PUBG Mobile).
• 🚫 Requires an internet connection to process the command.

💡 Alternative: On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T) You can set your own voice command in Settings → Xiaomi's voice assistant → Set up teams.

5. Screenshot of a long page (scroll)

If you want to save an entire web page, a chat on Telegram, or a long post on social networks, use the Scrolling Screenshot feature, which is available in the standard Mi Browser browser and some applications (such as WPS Office).

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the appearance of the thumbnail in the lower right corner, click on it.
3. Select the option “Scroll” (or “Long Screenshot”).
4. Wait for the page to automatically scroll and save the extended image.

🔹 Applications with support for long screenshots:

⚠️ Attention: POCO F4 GT And on other gaming smartphones, the scroll function may not work in high performance mode. Before taking a long screenshot, turn off Game Mode in the notification curtain.

6.Alternative ways: ADB, third-party applications and hidden features

If standard methods don’t work (e.g., on Xiaomi with custom firmware or after a hardware failure), try these solutions:

Method 1: Through ADB (for advanced users)

It allows you to take a screenshot even on a locked device with USB debugging.

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png


adb pull /sdcard/screen.png

Method 2: Screenshot applications

• 📱 Screenshot Easy – Supports timer and editing.
• 📱 Super Screenshot – allows you to take scroll shots in any application.
• 📱 Screen Master – Optimized for the MIUI.

Method 3: Hidden function "Developer Mode"

Activate "Debugging by" USB» In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 7 times, then in Settings → Additionally. → For developers, find the option “Screenshot through gesture” – here you can configure alternative combinations.

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ADB-The screenshot commands work even if the phone's screen crashes, but the sensor responds.

Problem Solving: Screenshot is not saved, no sound, no error

Problem 1: Screenshot is not saved in the gallery

• 🔍 Check the folder. /Pictures/Screenshots/ via file manager.
• 🔍 Make sure that the device has enough memory (at least 50 MB is required).
• 🔍 Restart your phone – sometimes system processes MIUI «hang».

Problem 2: No sound when shooting the screen

• 🔊 Check if the silent mode is on».
• 🔊 Go to Settings. → Sounds and vibrations → System sounds and activate the "Screenshot Sound».

Problem 3: Three finger gestures are not working

• ⚙️ Make sure the function is included in the settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
• ⚙️ Check if the gesture conflicts with other features (e.g., Swipe for Returns»).
• ⚙️ Update. MIUI Up to the latest version - in old firmware bugs with gestures.

Problem 4: Screenshot is black or empty

This is typical of screen protection applications (banking apps, Netflix, some games).

1. Use the second camera: take a picture of the screen with another phone.
2. Connect Xiaomi to your PC and take a screenshot via Scrcpy or Vysor.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi