How to Take a Screenshot on Xiaomi: All Ways for Redmi, POCO and Black Shark

Taking screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones seems like a simple task — as long as you don’t face unexpected limitations, like why the Redmi Note 12 doesn’t have the usual button combination? or how to take a screenshot in-game if the navigation bar is hidden? This article covers all the current ways to take screenshots on Xiaomi, POCO and Black Shark devices, including little-known MIUI 14/15 chips and bypassing typical problems.

We'll look at not only basic methods (Power + Volume Down buttons), but also alternatives: gestures, voice commands, and hidden features for advanced users. We'll focus on the features of screenshots in games and secure applications, where standard methods are often blocked. If you use Xiaomi with custom firmware or without a branded shell, here you will find a solution.

1. Standard method: button combination

The most versatile method that works on all Xiaomi models (from Redmi 4A to Xiaomi 14 Ultra) is to simultaneously press the buttons Power and Volume Reduction.

1. Open the screen that you need to lock.
2. Hold the Power + Volume Down for 1-2 seconds.
3. Wait for the characteristic shutter sound (if the sound is on) and visual animation.

The image is saved in the DCIM/Screenshots or Pictures/Screenshots folder (depending on the MIUI version). On some devices (e.g. POCO F5), a quick action panel appears after the screenshot is created for editing or sending.

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If the buttons don’t work the first time, try pressing them at the minimum interval (first Power, then Volume Down).

⚠️ Warning: On mechanical button devices (such as the Black Shark 5 Pro), pressing too hard can result in a double-positive effect, resulting in a screenshot that turns off the screen or restarts.

2. "Three fingers down" gesture» (MIUI Gesture Screenshot)

A MIUI signature chip that eliminates the need to use physical buttons, and is available on all devices with MIUI 9 and newer, but is disabled by default to activate:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Choose a screenshot with a gesture.
3. Turn on the switch and remember the movement: swipe three fingers from top to bottom across the screen.

Advantages of the method:

• 👆 Works in games and applications with hidden navigation bar.
• 🎯 More precisely, standard buttons - you can take a picture of a specific moment.
• ⚡ Quick, if the buttons Power/Volume Hard to access (for example, on large smartphones like Xiaomi) 13T Pro).

3. Voice command (Google Assistant / Xiao AI)

If you have a voice assistant on, you can take a screenshot without touching the screen.

Voice is useful in situations where your hands are busy or your screen is dirty.

• 🔇 The team will have to repeat in noisy places.
• 📵 On some models (e.g. Redmi) 10C) Voice screenshot blocked in banking applications.
• 🔒 Pre-configure permissions for the assistant in Settings → Annexes → Special access.

4. Screenshot via notification panel (Quick Ball/Side Menu)

MIUI has built-in tools for quick access to features, including screenshots.

1. Quick Ball (Floating Panel)

Activated in Settings → Additional Features → Quick Ball. Once turned on, a translucent circle appears on the screen that you can drag and drop. Click on it and select the Screenshot icon.

2. Side Menu (Side Menu)

Available on devices with MIUI 12 and later. Swipe your finger from the right edge of the screen to the center to open the menu, and select Screenshot.

Enable Quick Ball in Settings |Add the Screenshot icon to the panel |Configure transparency and position | Check the game-->

⚠️ Attention: POCO F4 GT In addition, the side menu may conflict with the built-in gamer triggers, in which case, disable Game Turbo in the settings or use alternative methods.

5 Screenshot in games and secure applications

Many games (such as Genshin Impact or PUBG Mobile) and banking applications (such as SberBank Online) block standard screenshot techniques.

For games:

• 🎮 Use Game Turbo: Open the control panel in the game (swipe from the top right corner) and click the screenshot icon.
• 🖥️ Connect your smartphone to your PC via Mi PC Suite and take a picture from your computer.
• 📱 Install a third-party software like this. AZ Screen Recorder (requires root or ADB-permitting).

For banking applications:

• 🏦 Enable Developer Mode and turn off screenshot protection via Settings → For developers → Disable protection of flagship applications.
• 📸 Take a picture of the screen with another device (if allowed by bank regulations).

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On Black Shark 5/6, the unique combination works in games: press left trigger + right trigger for 2 seconds.

6 Advanced Methods: ADB, Root and Automation

For users who are not enough standard methods, there are advanced options:

1. Screenshot via ADB

Connect your smartphone to your PC, activate Debugging over USB and execute the command:

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screenshot.png

The file will be saved in the root folder of the device. For automatic transfer to the PC, add:

adb pull /sdcard/screenshot.png

2 Automation with Tasker

Create a task in Tasker that will take a screenshot of:

• ⏰ Timer (for example, every 5 minutes).
• 📍 Geolocation (when entering a certain place).
• 🔄 triggering another event (e.g. connecting to Wi-Fi).

3. Root access

With root rights, you can use apps like Screenshot Ultimate that bypass any restrictions, including:

• 🔒 Protection from screenshots on Netflix or Disney+.
• 🎮 Blocking in anti-cheat games (for example, Call of Duty Mobile).
• 📱 Creating screenshots on a locked screen.

⚠️ Note: Using root methods may violate Xiaomi’s warranty terms and result in blocking certain features (e.g. Google Pay or banking apps). MIUI 14+ root also disables data encryption.

7. Editing and managing screenshots

After creating the screenshot, MIUI offers basic editing tools:

• ✏️ Cutting, turning, adding text.
• 🖌️ Paintings by brush or marker.
• 🔍 Blurring sensitive data.
• 📤 Quickly send to messengers or the cloud.

For extended editing:

• 📱 Use the built-in Gallery app (tools) AI-retouch and Von).
• 💻 Transfer the picture to your PC and edit it in Photoshop or GIMP.
• 🌐 Use online services like Canva or Fotor.

To organize the screenshots:

1. Create a separate folder in the Gallery and move the files there.
2. Use tags (in Google Photos): add the #screenshots tag.
3. Set up automatic sorting by date or name via Files by Google.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi