How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi: all ways for smartphones and laptops

Taking a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi devices is a challenge that every user faces. Whether you want to save important correspondence, capture an error in an application or share interesting content, the ability to quickly take a screenshot saves time. However, not everyone knows that there are several ways to create screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones and laptops at once, from standard keyboard combinations to hidden features of the MIUI shell.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for different Redmi models (including the Redmi Note). 12/13, Redmi 10/11 And others, and how to take screenshots on Xiaomi laptops (RedmiBook series), and we'll focus on the common issues of why the screenshot isn't saved, where to look for pictures, and how to set up handy gestures. + Volume Down or did not know about the existence of a three-finger swipe, this guide is for you.

Modern versions of MIUI (14 and later) offer advanced tools for working with screenshots, from editing immediately after creation to automatic text recognition (OCR), we will show how to use these functions with maximum impact, and share life hacks for advanced users – for example, how to take a long screenshot of a scrolling page or save a picture in the Mi Cloud without unnecessary actions.

Important: The instructions in this article are relevant for all Xiaomi devices on MIUI 12-14, including POCO smartphones and RedmiBook laptops. If your model is older than 2019, some methods may not work – check the firmware version in Settings → About phone.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

The classic screenshot method works on all Xiaomi Redmi smartphones, regardless of the model and version of MIUI. It consists of simultaneously pressing two physical buttons:

• 🔘 Press the Power (on/off) button and the Volume Down button for 1-2 seconds.
• 📸 You will hear the characteristic sound of the camera shutter (if the sound is on) and see the animation of saving the screenshot.
• 📁 The photo is automatically saved in the Gallery folder → Screenshots or DCIM → Screenshots.

This method is universal, but it has drawbacks:

• ⚠️ On some models (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro) buttons are inconveniently located – they are difficult to press simultaneously with one hand.
• ⚠️ With frequent use, mechanical buttons can wear out faster.

⚠️ Warning: If you accidentally pinch the buttons for too long (more than 3 seconds), the Reboot/Switch off menu may appear on the screen. In this case, just click Undo and try again.

For users with disabilities or who often take screenshots, we recommend configuring alternative methods (about them in the following sections). Also note that on some models (for example, Redmi K50), the button combination may conflict with the call of Google Assistant, in which case, disable it in the settings:

Settings → Applications → Default → Assistant and Voice Input → Disable

2. Three-finger gesture: quick screenshot without buttons

One of the most convenient ways is to swipe three fingers across the screen, which is available on all Xiaomi Redmi smartphones with MIUI 10 and later, but by default it is disabled.

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot with three fingers and switch on the switch.
3. Select the type of gesture: 👆 Swipe down - swipe three fingers from top to bottom. 👇 Swipe up - swipe three fingers from the bottom up.

Once set up, just take a single motion to take a screenshot, and this method is particularly useful:

• 🎮 During games (no need to interrupt gameplay with the press of buttons).
• 📱 When using a smartphone with one hand.
• 🔧 If the physical buttons on your Redmi are damaged.

⚠️ Warning: If the gesture doesn't work, check if it conflicts with other features (like Navigation Gestures) and make sure your fingers touch the screen at the same time - otherwise the system will recognize it as a regular swipe.

On some models (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro+) is available advanced gesture setting:

• 🔄 You can select the swipe direction (up/down/left/right).
• 🎨 Add vibration or sound signal when a successful screenshot is taken.

Enable the function in Settings → Additional functions → Gestures

Select the direction of the swipe (up or down)

Testing the gesture on the main screen

Disable conflicting gestures (e.g. navigation)-->

3. Quick settings panel: screenshot in one tap

If you are uncomfortable remembering button combinations or gestures, use the Quick Settings Panel (Notification Curtain) which works on all Xiaomi Redmi devices and does not require any pre-setting.

Instructions:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Find a Screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a serif rectangle) if it's not there, click on the pencil (Edit) and add it to the active buttons.
3. Slip the icon - the screenshot will be taken instantly.

Advantages of this method:

• ⚡ Instant access – no need to remember combinations.
• 🔧 You can edit the screenshot immediately after creation (short, add text, picture).
• 📤 It is easy to share a picture through messengers directly from the panel.

Some firmware (e.g. MIUI Global) may not have a screenshot icon, in which case:

Settings → Notification Panel and Status bar → Change and arrange icons → Add “Screenshot”

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If the screenshot icon is missing after the MIUI update, reset the notification panel settings: Settings → Applications → Application Management → Notification Panel → Reset.

4.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

On Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12 and later, you can take voice screenshots using the built-in Xiao AI assistant (in global firmware - Google Assistant), which is convenient if your hands are busy or buttons are not working.

How to activate:

• 🎤 For Xiao. AI: Say "Hi-ay, take a screenshot" (in Chinese: "") or hold the Home button (if physical) to call the assistant.

Google Assistant

1. Say, "Okay, Google, take a screenshot."
2. Hold the Home button (on the screen) to activate.

Limitations of the method:

• ⚠️ It only works when connected to the Internet (for voice recognition).
• ⚠️ In some regions of Xiao AI They may not support local languages.
• ⚠️ On laptops RedmiBook voice assistant can not take screenshots – only on smartphones.

Where it works:

• 🌐 Web pages in the Mi Browser or Chrome browser.
• 💬 Chats on WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber.
• 📋 Listings in Mi File Explorer or Google Keep.

Limitations:

• ⚠️ Does not work in games and some apps (e.g. TikTok, Instagram).
• ⚠️ The maximum screenshot length is 10 screens. If the content is longer, use specialized applications (e.g. LongShot).
• ⚠️ On RedmiBook laptops, long screenshots are taken through browser extensions (e.g. GoFullPage for Chrome).
• 🎮 Game panel (Win) + G: Open the game or app where you want to take a screenshot. Press Win + G, then click on the camera icon. The pictures are saved in Video → Capture.

On the RedmiBook notebooks, branded features from Xiaomi are also available:

• 🔧 Mi Smart Share: If the laptop is synced to Xiaomi smartphone, screenshots can be instantly transferred between devices via Mi Cloud.
• 🖱️ Hot keys: some models (e.g. RedmiBook Pro 15 2023) have added the Fn button + F11 quick-screen.