How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi: 7 working ways + secrets MIUI

Screenshots of the screen on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones are one of the most popular features that will be useful for storing important information, sharing data in messengers or fixing errors in the work of applications. Despite the apparent simplicity, many users face difficulties: the combination of buttons does not work, the screenshot is saved in the wrong place, then disappears from the gallery altogether. This is especially true for the new models of the Redmi Note 13 Pro + or Redmi K70, where the manufacturer is experimenting with the location of controls.

In this article, we’ll look at not only the standard ways to take screenshots (via buttons and notification panels), but also the little-known MIUI 14/15 chips that work even on budget models like the Redmi 12C or Redmi A2. You’ll learn how to take long screenshots of scrolling pages, configure saves to the Xiaomi Cloud, and why screenshots sometimes turn black.

1. Standard method: button combination

The most versatile method that works on all Redmi models – from the old Redmi 4X to the fresh Redmi Turbo 3.

• 🔘 Power button (right) + 🔽 Volume down button (left)
• 🕒 Hold them down. 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound or see the animation
• 📁 The screenshot will automatically be saved in the folder. DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots

On some models (like the Redmi Note 11 Pro), the switch-off menu can be triggered instead of a screenshot, which means you've held the buttons too long. Try to reduce the time you press to 0.5-1 seconds.

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If you have a magnetic lock case (such as a book), remove it before you create a screenshot – the magnet can block sensors and interfere with the recognition of the combination.

⚠️ Note: On devices with damaged buttons (e.g., after a fall), this may not work, in which case use alternative methods in the following sections.

2. Screenshot via notification panel (quick access)

If the physical buttons on your Redmi are worn out or you just prefer to control the sensor, use the Quick Settings Panel:

1. 📱 Swipe your finger down the screen to open the notification bar.
2. 🔍 Find the screenshot icon (usually a scissors or a rectangle with lightning)
3. 🖱️ Slip on it - the screenshot will be taken instantly

If the icons are not in the main panel:

• 🔧 Click on "Edit" (pencil in upper right corner)
• 🔄 Drag the screenshot icon to the active area
• 💾 Save the changes.

⚠️ Note: On devices with unlocked bootloader or custom firmware (such as Pixel Experience), the standard screenshot icon may not be available. In this case, install a third-party app from Google Play, such as Screenshot Easy.

3. Three finger gesture (the fastest way)

A MIUI feature that allows you to take screenshots in one motion, with three fingers on the screen, and it's not on by default, so you need to activate it first.

1. 🔧 Go to Settings. → Additional functions → Gestures
2. 🖐️ Find the option "Three-finger screenshot" and turn it on
3. 📏 Set the direction of the gesture (usually from top to bottom)

Now, to take a screenshot:

1. 🖐️ Attach three fingers (indicator, middle and ring) to the screen
2. 👇 Quickly swipe them from top to bottom (as if you were swiping the screen)
3. 🎯 Screenshot saved, and the editing panel will appear at the bottom.

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⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi) 10C) If the gesture doesn't work, turn off Full-screen gestures in the settings and try again.

4.Voice command (for MIUI 12 and later)

If your hands are busy or your buttons are not working, you can take a voice screenshot through the built-in Xiao AI assistant (available only on Chinese and global MIUI 12+ firmware):

1. 🎤 Activate the voice assistant: 🔘 Press the power button for 2 seconds. 🗣️ Or say, "Hey, Xiao." AI" (if the function is on)

• "Take a screenshot" (in Russian)
• "Take a screenshot" (English)
• '(in Chinese, for CN firmware)

The function is supported by:

• 🌐 Mi Browser and Google Chrome
• 💬 Messengers: Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber
• 📱 Social networks: Vkontakte, Facebook, Twitter
• 📄 Some applications for reading (for example, WPS Office)

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A long screenshot does not work in banking applications (SberBank, Tinkoff) and games due to security restrictions.

⚠️ Warning: If after clicking on "Scroll" the screen begins to twitch or the capture breaks, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone
• 🧹 Clear the cache of the application in which you take a screenshot
• 📱 Deactivate "Acceleration" GPU" in the developer settings (if enabled)