Budget smartphone owners often face the need to capture information on the screen, whether it is correspondence in the messenger or an important piece of article. Xiaomi Redmi Go, running on a lightweight version of Android, offers several convenient ways to accomplish this task. Understanding all the available methods will allow you to save time and not look for third-party applications for basic functions.
Screenshots are one of the most sought-after features in today’s mobile operating system. Despite the simplified Android Go Edition interface, developers have kept all the tools they need to work with images. In this article, we’ll take a look at each option available so you can choose the one that’s most comfortable for you.
It’s worth noting that some users may experience a lack of familiar features due to firmware or regional settings. However, a standard toolkit is typically present on all Redmi Go devices. We’ll look at both classic methods and lesser-known, but useful alternatives.
Standard Method Using Physical Buttons
The fastest and most proven way, familiar to most smartphone users, is to press the control buttons simultaneously. On the Redmi Go model, this combination works steadily and does not require additional adjustment. You need to locate the buttons responsible for volume and on the device.
To create a screenshot, press the volume down and power button at the same time. Hold them for one second until you hear the characteristic snap of the camera shutter. The screen instantly appears a smaller copy of the image taken, which disappears after a few seconds.
Mechanical pressing requires a certain skill, especially if you hold the phone with one hand. It is important to press the buttons in sync, because the system reads exactly the simultaneous action, and if you press them with a delay, the phone will perceive this as two different actions: changing the volume and locking the screen.
- 📱 Find the power button, which is usually located on the right side of the body.
- 🔊 Locate volume reduction button located just below or above the switch button.
- ⏱️ Press both buttons at the same time and hold for about 1 second.
- 📸 Wait for visual confirmation and sound to testify to the success of the operation.
⚠️ Note: Do not keep the buttons pinched for too long (more than that). 3-4 seconds), because in some firmware versions, prolonged retention may trigger an emergency call menu or reboot the device.
Using the Quick Settings Panel
If you're uncomfortable or damaged with physical impact, the system offers a software analog. At the top of the Redmi Go screen, there's a notification curtain that hides the quick access bar, and that's where the screenshot button often hides.
Swipe down to open the notification menu, and pull again to expand the full icon list. Among the standard switches (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) may be a screenshot button, which depends on the version of the MIUI interface or pure Android installed on your device.
Clicking on the icon will give you the same result as using the buttons, the image will be saved in the gallery, and in the corner of the screen will appear preview, this method is especially convenient when the phone is lying on the table or connected to the dock, and it is not advisable to reach for the side edges.
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If you use this method frequently, drag the Screenshot icon to the top row of quick settings so it’s always on hand when you first swipe.
However, it should be borne in mind that on some versions of Redmi Go, this feature can be hidden in the editing menu of the panel. To activate it, you need to press a pencil or three dots in the corner of the curtain and drag the desired element into the active zone.
Voice control and Google Assistant
Modern smartphones, including budget models like the Xiaomi Redmi Go, feature advanced voice control systems, ideal if your hands are busy or you are in a situation where touching the screen is uncomfortable.
Activate the voice assistant with the phrase "OK, Google" or long press of the button "Home." After the logo or beep appears, say the command "Take a screenshot" or "Take a screenshot." The system automatically captures the current image.
To work, this feature requires that Google Assistant be active and voice control configured, which requires a stable Internet connection, since voice commands are processed on the company’s servers.
- 🎙️ Say “OK, Google” to activate the assistant.
- 🗣️ Say the command clearly: “Take a screenshot».
- 🌐 Make sure your device is connected to Wi-Fi or mobile internet.
- ⚙️ Check in Google’s settings if voice control is allowed when the screen is locked.
This method may seem slower than buttons, but it is indispensable in certain use cases, such as when showing something on a screen or when the phone is mounted in a car.
Customization of gestures and additional functions
Xiaomi’s interface is known for its flexibility in setting up controls. Although the Go Edition version has limited functionality compared to flagships, some customization options are still available. Check the system settings for Gestures or Special Features.
Some firmware has a screenshot feature that you can use with three fingers across the screen, and this option requires calibration and may not work on very cheap touchscreens, but if you have it on your menu, be sure to turn it on. It speeds up the process.
To activate, go to Settings → Additional settings → Gestures. If there is no such item, then your version of the software does not support this method natively. In this case, you can resort to installing third-party applications, but this is not recommended due to the low amount of RAM of the device.
Why can't gestures work?
Also worth paying attention to the possibility of assigning actions to buttons. In rare cases, through an engineering menu or special applications, you can reassign a long press of the volume button to create a screenshot, but this requires the presence of Root rights, which is undesirable for the average user.
Where to look and how to edit saved screenshots
Once you've taken a screenshot, the system automatically stores it in internal memory, and you can find it in the standard Gallery or Photos app, usually for screenshots, a separate album with the corresponding title is created.
Open the gallery and find the Screenshots folder, or Screenshots, which stores all the images you've taken in chronological order, and once you've taken a screenshot, you often have a thumbnail in the corner of the screen, and you can click on it and edit it instantly.
| Action. | Description | Where to find out. |
|---|---|---|
| Viewing | Opening the full image | gallery → Screenshots album |
| Editing | Cutting, drawing, text | The "Change" button in viewing |
| Share. | Sending to the messenger or social network | Icon_share_ photo-menu |
| Removal | Cleaning up memory from unnecessary files | Recycle Bin in Gallery or File Manager |
The built-in editor allows you to quickly trim edges, add text or highlight an important area with a marker, which are built into Android Go and do not require the installation of additional software, which is critical for devices with low memory.
☑️ Checking the screenshot saving
Solution: If a screenshot is not created
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the usual combination of buttons does not work, the screen flashes, but the file is not saved, or sound is heard, but the image is not, and there can be several reasons, from a software failure to the limitations of a particular application.
First, make sure there is free space on the phone. If Redmi Go's internal memory is full, the system won't be able to write a new file. Clear the cache or delete unnecessary videos to free up at least 50-100 MB of space.
Second, some apps block screenshots for security purposes, such as banking apps, browser incognito modes, and some streaming services, in which case you'll see a black image or a message that you can't shoot.
If the problem is systemic, try restarting the device, clearing up temporary clipboards and restarting interface services, and in rare cases, resetting to factory settings helps, but this is an extreme measure that requires data backup.
⚠️ Note: If screenshots are no longer taken after installing an application, check its permissions. Some programs may intercept control of buttons or block access to the screen.
Optimizing storage and file management
Given that Xiaomi Redmi Go often has limited internal memory (8 or 16 GB), the issue of storing screenshots is acute.
Regularly review your screenshot folder, delete images that are no longer relevant: post-payment checks, time codes, correspondence, and use cloud services like Google Photos to automatically sync and free up space on your device.
Set up automatic cleaning or sorting. In the file manager, you can sort files by size and date to quickly find "heavy" screenshots. It's also helpful to check the Recycle Bin folder in the gallery once a month, since deleted files are often stored there for another 30 days.
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Regularly cleaning the folder of screenshots is a key way to maintain the performance of a smartphone with a small amount of memory.
Using microSD cards can also help if your phone version supports memory expansion and if the system allows you to save screenshots straight to the card (this feature is not available in all versions of Android Go).