Modern Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones have powerful functionality that allows you to solve many tasks without connecting to a computer, one of the most popular features is the ability to capture what is happening on the display. This may be needed to create training material, record a difficult level in the game or save an important dialogue in the messenger. MIUI HyperOS allows you to do this quickly and with high quality.
Unlike older versions of Android, which required root rights or third-party apps, today screen recording is available out of the box. However, many users are unaware of hidden settings that allow you to change bitrate, resolution or enable recording of internal sound of the system.
In this article, we will take a look at all the ways to activate a screen recorder, from standard buttons to advanced settings through the engineering menu, learn how to configure codec parameters for maximum quality and what security restrictions are imposed when working with protected content.
Standard method through the control panel
The fastest way to activate image capture is to use a notification curtain. In current versions of MIUI firmware, this tool is placed in a separate widget that is accessed by swipe down from the top edge of the display. If you don't find the Screen Recorder or Screen Recorder icon in the front row, try expanding the full widget list by pulling the curtain down to the end.
Once you click on the button, the system can request permission to access the microphone and storage. This is standard Android security procedure. Once confirmed, a floating control panel will appear on the screen where you can pause the process, take a screenshot or complete the recording. The finished file will automatically be saved to the gallery.
It is important to note that in some firmware regions (e.g. Global or EEA), the widget name may differ, sometimes hidden in the Tools folder. If a standard widget is missing, it can be added through menu editing, clamping the empty space on the desktop and selecting the system widgets.
- 📱 Open the notification curtain and find the Screen Record icon».
- ⚙️ Click on the gear in the widget to adjust the settings before start.
- 🎙️ Choose the sound source: microphone, system sound, or both at the same time.
- ▶️ Press the red button to start recording what is happening.
Customization of quality and sound parameters
Before you start creating content, you need to set the output options correctly. By default, the system can choose average quality to save space, but for YouTube or social networks, this is often not enough. Go to the Screen Recording app (a separate icon in the tool folder) and click on the gear settings in the upper right corner.
Here you will find the item "Resolution". For modern smartphones with AMOLED-The best screen choice will be 1080p or 2K, If the device supports this resolution natively, setting maximum values can lead to an increase in file size, so for long records, it is better to choose a balance between quality and volume.
The bitrate settings deserve special attention. Low, Medium, High are available in the Video Quality menu. For dynamic fast-fashion games, it is recommended to choose High to avoid compression artifacts and squares in the image. You can also include touch display here, which is useful for creating tutorials.
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To record high FPS gameplay, select 1080p resolution and 60 frame rates if your smartphone model supports this option in display settings.
Of particular interest is the source of the sound, which is available on the list: Microphone, System Sound and Both, System Sound mode allows you to record audio directly from the app, without street noise, but it is worth remembering that some applications (such as Netflix or Spotify) block the recording of sound due to DRM copyright protection, and the final video audio track will be absent.
Use of sidebar and hot keys
For gamers and active users, Xiaomi has a Game Turbo feature, which is a shortcut to the side when you start a game or an app that you add, and you swipe it, you get access to an extended menu that also has a write button, which is convenient because it doesn't override the view and allows you to quickly manage the process.
In addition, you can set the system settings to start recording a button combination or long pressing a certain key, if your model supports this. Often users use a bunch of volume buttons to control, but in MIUI this is customized individually through the menu "Additional" -> "Button Combinations".
If standard methods seem inconvenient, you can use the voice assistant Xiao AI (in global versions of Google Assistant), just say the command "Start screen recording" or "Write the screen", and the phone will automatically start the desired process, which is especially convenient when the hands are busy or the phone is fixed on the holder.
☑️ Checklist before recording
Comparison of built-in recorder and third-party applications
While the built-in MIUI tool covers 95% of users’ needs, sometimes more specific features such as a webcam overlay or advanced on-the-fly editing are required.
| Function | Built-in MIUI recorder | Third-party applications (AZ, DU Recorder) |
|---|---|---|
| Recording of system sound | Got it (natively) | There is (depending on the Android version) |
| Advertising in the interface | Absent. | It is often present in free versions. |
| Overlay of the face (camera) | No. | There is. |
| Resource consumption | Minimum | Medium or high |
| Editing | Basic (trimming) | Extended (effects, text) |
As you can see from the table, for everyday tasks, built-in functionality is more than enough. Third-party programs can be useful for streamers who need to display images from the front camera on top of the game. However, they often require more CPU resources, which can lead to a drop in FPS in heavy games.
In addition, third-party applications often request excessive permissions, which can affect data security. The tool built into HyperOS and MIUI works at the system level, has optimization for specific hardware and does not contain intrusive advertising.
⚠️ Warning: When installing third-party recorders, read permissions carefully. If a simple screen recorder requires access to contacts, geolocation and SMS, It is better to abandon its use in favor of a standard application.
Sound problems and their solution
One of the most common problems is the lack of sound in recorded video or quiet audio. This is often due to the limitations of the Android version. Starting with Android 10, the system allows you to write internal sound, but apps have to request that access correctly. If you record video from an old app, the sound may not go.
Also, check the mixer settings. If the media volume in the system is turned to zero, the recording will be quiet or empty, even if the source is selected "System sound." Before starting a session, always raise the media volume to a comfortable level.
In some cases, restarting the audio service helps. You can use the engineering menu to do this by entering the code ##6484### (not working on all models) and selecting the speaker test, but most often just restart the smartphone, which resets the temporary audio driver bugs.
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Where records are stored and how to edit them
After the process is complete, the file is saved to a standard gallery. The path to the file usually looks like internal memory./DCIM/ScreenRecorder or MIUI/screen_recorder. Depending on the version of the shell, the folder can be called differently, but a search by the date of creation in the gallery will quickly help you find the right video.
Xiaomi’s built-in video editor allows you to perform basic operations: cropping the beginning and end, overlaying music or changing the format. For more serious processing (color correction, overlay, transitions), it is better to export the file to your computer or use mobile editors like CapCut or VN.
Remember to periodically clean the folder with records. High-resolution videos take up a lot of space: one minute of recording in 1080p can weigh from 50 to 150 MB depending on the bitrate. Overflow of memory can cause a new record to be interrupted automatically.
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The MIUI-built recorder creates MP4 files with H.264 codec, which ensures maximum compatibility with any player and social networks without the need for conversion.