How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 9: all ways + problem solving

Why do Redmi 9 screenshots work differently than other smartphones?

Xiaomi Redmi 9 (including Redmi modifications) 9A, 9C, 9T) sculpted MIUI, And if you're looking at Android naked, you're looking at a universal keyboard, and the manufacturer has added 4 alternatives, from gestures to voice commands, and some methods depend on the version. MIUI They may suddenly disappear after the update.

This article is about the current ways for 2026 (tested on MIUI 14/15), including rare features like scrolling screenshots and fixing problems when the screen is not saved. If you tried to take a picture in the standard way, but nothing worked out, it's probably about gesture settings or application conflict. We'll take it Step-by-step.

⚠️ Important: On Redmi 9 with custom firmware (like LineageOS), some methods may not work. If you are not sure about the software version, check Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI.

Method 1: Classic button combination (always working)

The most reliable method, which is independent of the MIUI version and works even on a locked screen (if the appropriate setting is enabled), is suitable for Redmi 9, 9A, 9C and 9T:

1. Open the screen that you need to save.
2. Press the power button (right) and the volume button (left) at the same time.
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound and see the screenshot animation.

⚠️ Warning: If you have a magnetic lock case (like a book), it can lock buttons.

Where to look for the screenshot taken?

• 📁 In the gallery: Screenshots folder or Screenshots.
• 🔍 File Manager: Internal Memory → Pictures → Screenshots.
• 📲 In notifications: swipe down and tap on the screenshot preview.

Method 2: Three-finger gesture (fastest, but requires adjustment)

The three-finger screenshot feature appeared in MIUI 12 and works on all Redmi 9s with the software updated. The advantage of the method is that you can take a picture with one hand without pressing a button.

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Gestures.
2. Find the screenshot item with three fingers and activate the switch.
3. Select action: Swipe down (recommended) or Touch and Hold.

How to use:

• 👆 Place three fingers on the screen (for example, index, middle and ring fingers).
• 📱 Quickly swipe down the screen (as when closing the app).
• 🎯 The screenshot will be saved automatically.

⚠️ Note: If the gesture does not work, check it out:

• 🔄 Does it conflict with other gestures (e.g., Back swipe).
• 🧹 Clean your memory – if there is a lack of space MIUI block the saving of screenshots.
• 🔧 Restart your phone if the gesture stops working after the update.

Method 3: Quick settings panel (if buttons don't work)

If the physical buttons on your Redmi 9 are damaged or unresponsive, you can take a screenshot through the notification bar, which is also useful when you need to take a picture from a locked screen (if the appropriate option is enabled in the security settings).

Instructions:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the screenshot icon (usually hidden under the button) ⋯ or edit).
3. Put it on the icon, the screen will blink, and the screenshot will be saved.

If the badge is not:

• 🔧 Click Edit (pencil in the upper right corner of the panel).
• 🔍 Find a screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.
• 💾 Save the changes.

💡 Tip: To speed up the process, add a screenshot shortcut to your desktop. To do this, hold your finger in the free space of the screen. → Widgets → Tools → Screenshot.

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If the notification panel does not open, check if No Sound or Do Not Disturb in the sound settings is enabled.

Method 4: Voice command (for those who like to control voice)

MIUI is integrated with Google’s voice assistant and its own Xiao AI (on Chinese firmware), which can be used to take a screenshot without touching the screen – conveniently if the hands are busy or the buttons are not working.

How to activate:

1. Say OK, Google or hold the Home button (if Xiao AI is enabled).
2. Say the command: 🗣️ "Take a screenshot" (in Russian). 🗣️ "Take a screenshot" (English). 🗣️ "" (in Chinese, for firmware with Xiao AI).

Confirm the action if the assistant requests permission.

⚠️ Note: Voice commands may not work if:

• 🔇 The microphone for the assistant is turned off (check in Settings). → Annexes → Google → Permits).
• 🌐 No Internet connection (assistant needs cloud services to recognize).
• 🔊 Do not disturb or no sound mode is enabled.

📌 Interesting fact: On some versions MIUI Voice screenshot is saved to a separate folder Voice_Screenshots. If you can’t find a picture, check it through the file manager.

Method 5: Scrolling Screenshot (Long Screenshot of the Page)

If you want to save an entire chat, a long web page, or an in-app list, a standard screenshot won't do, it'll only capture the visible area of the screen. MIUI has a hidden Scrolling Screenshot feature, but it doesn't work in all apps.

How to do this:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the appearance of previews in the notifications, tap on him.
3. In the editor that opens, look for the Scrolling button (or Long Screenshot).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls through the page and connects the parts into a single file.

📊 Compatibility of function:

⚠️ Note: Long screenshots are saved in.png format and can weigh up to 10-15 MB, MIUI Automatically reduce the quality or break the file down into parts.

Problem Solving: Screenshot is not saved or working

If neither of these methods works, the problem is either system settings or software conflict.

1. Check the space: MIUI requires a minimum of 50MB on the internal drive to save screenshots. Delete unnecessary files or transfer them to the memory card.
2. Update MIUI: Older versions (below MIUI 12) may have saved bugs. Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.
3. Reset your gesture settings: Go to Settings → System → Gestures and reset them to standard.
4. Turn off battery optimization for Gallery: Sometimes MIUI kills background processes, causing screenshots to not be saved. Go to Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization, find Gallery and select Unlimited.
5. Check Permits: Make sure the Gallery app has access to the storage (Settings → Apps → Gallery → Permissions).

🛠️ Advanced diagnostics:

• 🔍 Install a third-party screenshot app (like Screenshot Touch) and check if it works. MIUI.
• 📱 Try to take a screenshot in safe mode (press the power button). → Safe Mode. If it works, it's one of the apps installed that's to blame.
• 🔧 Reset the screen settings: Settings → Display. → Resetting settings.

📌 Critical error: If after trying a screenshot, the phone restarts or crashes into recovery, it's a sign of damage to system files:

1. Make a backup copy of the data.
2. Perform a reset to factory settings (Settings → About Phone → Resetting).
3. If the problem remains, search the phone through the Mi Flash Tool (instructions are on the official website of Xiaomi).

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If screenshots are not saved after all manipulations, check the integrity of the file system through the SD Maid app or run the fsck command in recovery mode.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi 9