How to enable autorecord conversations on Xiaomi: all ways and life hacks

Recording phone calls on Xiaomi is a useful feature that helps you capture important details of negotiations, preserve evidence for legal purposes, or simply remember what you heard. However, in the latest versions of MIUI (beginning with 12), the standard voice recorder stopped recording calls automatically, and in some regions this option is completely hidden due to legal restrictions. In this article, we will discuss all working ways to enable auto record on Redmi, Poco and Black Shark – from embedded tools to third-party applications.

It's important to understand that the recording capabilities vary depending on the firmware version, smartphone model, and regional settings. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14 global firmware, the path to settings will be different from the Redmi Note 10 on MIUI 12.5. We'll look at universal methods as well as device-specific nuances. If your model doesn't support built-in recording, don't worry: at the end of this article, there's a review of reliable third-party solutions.

Before you start, make sure that the phone has enough free space (records take ~1-2 MB/minute) and check the laws of your region: in some countries, recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is prohibited.

1. Built-in auto-recording in MIUI: where to look for settings

On most Xiaomi smartphones, the call recording feature is built into the standard Phone app, but its location varies depending on the version of MIUI. Since MIUI 13, developers have begun to hide this option for users in the EU and some Asian countries due to legal restrictions.

To find the settings:

• 📱 Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
• ⚙️ Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
• 🎤 Scroll down to the Recording of Conversations section (on some models it is called Auto Recording).
• 🔄 Turn on the switch Automatic Recording and select which calls to record: All, Only the Favourites or Only the Unknown.

If there is no Conversation Record, your firmware does not support it, in which case try alternative methods in the following sections. Also note that some models (e.g. Xiaomi 12T) only record incoming calls, and outgoing calls are not fixed.

2. Hidden settings: how to enable recording through the engineering menu

On smartphones with MIUI 12.5-14, you can sometimes activate the recording through the CIT, even if the option is not available in the standard settings. This method does not work on all models, but it is worth a try.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. In the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to Turn on/off call recording (could be called Auto Call Recorder).
4. Activate the option and restart the phone.

If the combination ##4636## does not work, try the alternative code:

##847##

Redmi

Poco

MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec

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Before using the engineering menu, back up the data. In rare cases, incorrect changes can cause the communication module to fail.

3. Third-party applications: TOP-3 programs for recording

If the built-in methods don't work, third-party applications will come to the rescue, and we've tested dozens of programs and selected three of the most reliable solutions that don't require any help. ROOT-compatible with the latest Android 12-14 versions on Xiaomi.

Before installing, check the permissions of the application: it must request access to the Microphone, Warehouse and Call Log.

• 🔧 Go to the application settings and turn on Auto Record.
• 📁 Specify the folder to save files (it is better to choose) SD-map, if there is one).
• 🔄 Restart your phone to apply changes.

4. Features of recording on different Xiaomi models

The functionality of auto recording can vary greatly depending on the series of smartphones. For example, on flagships (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Black Shark 5 Pro) is often available record in high quality (up to 192 Kbps), while on budget Redmi (Redmi 10A, Redmi 9C) quality is limited to 64 Kbps. Below are the key nuances for popular lines.

📱 Redmi Note lineup (10/11/12 series)

On these models, the built-in recording usually works stable, but there is a bug: after upgrading to MIUI 14, files are saved without extension.

1. Rename the file by adding the.m4a or.mp3 extension.
2. Use the VLC player to play.

🎮 Black Shark Smartphones

On Black Shark gaming phones, call recording is disabled by default due to performance optimization.

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Special facilities.
• 🔄 Enable Call Recording Mode (may need to restart).

📲 Poco (X3/X4/X5)

On Poco with global firmware, recording is often blocked due to Xiaomi's policy for the European market.

• 🌐 Install Indian or Chinese firmware with the Mi Flash Tool.
• 📥 Or use Cube Call Recorder with VoIP Recording setting.

Check the space available (minimum 500 MB)

Update the firmware to the latest version

Install one of the recommended applications

Set up exceptions for important contacts

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5 Where records are stored and how to export them

By default, record files are stored in the phone’s internal memory along the way:

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/


or




/storage/emulated/0/Recorders/calls/

To transfer them to your computer or to the cloud:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable (select File Transfer Mode).
2. Copy files with the.amr or.m4a extension into a separate folder.
3. To save space, convert to MP3 via Audacity or online services.

If the folders call_rec No, check the settings of the voice recorder app. In Cube Call Recorder, for example, you can change the path in Settings. → Record folder.We also recommend that you enable automatic download in Google Drive or Dropbox, so you don't lose files when you reset your phone.

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Record files take up a lot of space. Clean the folder regularly. call_rec or set up automatic deletion of old files (e.g. older) 30 days).

6 Problem Solving: Why the Recording Doesn't Work

If the auto record is not running, check the following points:

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 14 for the European Region (EEA) Call recording is locked at the firmware level, and the only solution is to change the region or install custom firmware.

• 🔇 Microphone is busy with another app: Close all programs that use the microphone (such as WhatsApp while voicemailing).
• 📵 Limitations of Android 12+: On new OS versions, apps are not allowed to record audio during calls without special permissions. Use Cube Call Recorder with the option Record through accessibility.
• 🔄 Failure after update: Reset the phone app settings in Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Drop it.
• 📶 Poor communication quality: If the signal is weak, the recording may be interrupted.

If the problem persists, try an alternative recorder or check your phone for viruses (some malware blocks access to the microphone).It's also worth making sure the phone doesn't activate Do Not Disturb or Save Charge - they can turn off background processes, including recording.

7 Legal aspects: can conversations be recorded

Before you turn on auto-record, read the laws of your country. Most regions have the following rules:

• 🇷🇺 Russia: It is allowed to record conversations without notifying the interlocutor, if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation).
• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Consent of the second party is required (Article 317 of the Criminal Code).
• 🇪🇺 EU: In most countries (Germany, France) recording without consent is prohibited and punishable by a fine.
• 🇺🇸 U.S.: Laws vary by state, California, for example, requires you to notify the person you're talking to.

In Russia, records can be used in court as evidence, but only if they do not violate the secrecy of negotiations (Article 138 of the Criminal Procedure Code), for example, recording a conversation with a fraudster is useful for the police, but recording personal conversations without consent can be considered a violation.

If you record conversations for work (such as interviews or customer conversations), always notify the person at the start of the call, which will protect you from legal risks and ethically correct.

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