How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 7A: all ways with explanations

The screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi 7A is one of the most popular features for saving important information, correspondence or errors in applications. Despite the budget price category, this smartphone supports all the standard methods of creating screenshots available in more expensive models. However, due to the features of the MIUI interface and the lack of a physical Menu button, many users have difficulties.

In this article, we will explore all possible ways, from the classic combination of buttons to hidden gesture functions and third-party applications. We will pay special attention to the nuances that are characteristic of the Redmi 7A (for example, working with the shell MIUI 10/11 based on Android 9 Pie), You will learn not only how to take a screenshot, but also where to find saved files, how to edit them directly on the phone and why the feature may sometimes not work.

1. Classic method: power and volume buttons

The most reliable and versatile method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi 7A. To create a screenshot at the same time press two buttons:

• 🔘 Power button (right) + volume-down button (top left).
• 📱 Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the camera shutter sound and see the save animation.
• 🖼️ The finished screenshot will appear in the notification bar – click on it for quick editing or sending.

This method works even if the smartphone is getting stuck or unresponsive to the sensor (provided the buttons are physically intact), the main disadvantage is that you need accurate synchronous pressing, otherwise you can work volume adjustment or lock the screen.

⚠️ Warning: If you have a magnetic latch case installed, it can block the power button. Remove the case before taking a screenshot.

On Redmi 7A with MIUI 10/11, after pressing the buttons, a screenshot will appear in the lower right corner of the screen.

• 📤 Share immediately (click on the sending icon).
• ✏️ Edit (cut, add text or figure).
• 🗑️ Delete if the photo is unsuccessful.

2. Screenshot by gesture (three fingers)

The Screenshot Gesture feature is available in Redmi 7A by default, but is often disabled to activate it:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Special features → Gesture for a screenshot.
2. Turn on the switch opposite "Swipe three fingers down."
3. Test: Swipe the screen from top to bottom with three fingers at the same time.

Advantages of the method:

• 👌 It works with one hand (comfortable for large screens).
• 🚀 Faster than pressing the buttons.
• 🎯 Accuracy: You can take a screenshot of a specific moment in a video or game.

Disadvantages:

• 👎 Sometimes it works by accident (for example, when scrolling the tape in social networks).
• 🔋 Increases battery consumption by 2–3% due to constant gesture tracking.

⚠️ Warning: If the gesture doesn't work, check if it conflicts with other features (e.g., Double-Tap to Wake Up.

3. Using the notification panel (quick settings)

Redmi 7A has a built-in button for screenshots in the notification curtain to use:

1. Pull the notification curtain down (with one or two fingers).
2. Find the screenshot icon (usually a scissor or a rectangle with lightning).
3. Touch it – the screenshot will be taken instantly.

If the button is not in the visible area:

• 🔍 Pull the curtain down to the end to reveal all the quick settings.
• ⚙️ Click on the pencil icon ("Edit") and add the "Screenshot" button to the active ones.

This method is convenient when:

• 🎮 You play and do not want to interrupt the process by pressing buttons.
• 📱 One of the physical buttons is broken.
• 🔋 You need to take a series of screenshots in a row (for example, for instructions).

4. Voice command (Google Assistant)

If you have Google Assistant on, you can take a voice screenshot.

1. Activate the assistant with the phrase “OK, Google” or hold the Home button.
2. Tell the command to "take a screenshot" or "screenshot".
3. Confirm the action (if required).

Limitations of the method:

• 🗣️ Requires Internet connection to recognize voice.
• 🔇 Does not work in Do Not Disturb mode or with the microphone turned off.
• 📵 It may not work in some applications (e.g. banking due to security restrictions).

The advantage is that it's convenient when your hands are busy or your screen is dirty, and it's also suitable for people with disabilities.

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If Google Assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try to pronounce it more clearly or reframe it: for example, “Photograph the screen” instead of “Photograph the screen.”

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If the built-in methods don't work, you can install specialized utilities. 7A fit:

Warnings when using third-party utilities:

• 🛡️ Give apps access to only the necessary permissions (e.g., refuse access to contacts or access to the app). SMS).
• 📥 Check reviews before installing – some programs contain ads or collect data.
• 🔄 After deleting the application, screenshots taken through it may disappear (if stored in its cloud).

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 7A s MIUI Some applications may conflict with system gestures. If standard screenshots stop working after installation, disable the third-party utility.

6 Where screenshots are stored and how to manage them

By default, all screenshots on Redmi 7A are saved in the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots/

To find them:

1. Open the Files app (or any file manager).
2. Go to the Images section → Screenshots.
3. For quick access, use the word "Screenshot" search.

Tips for managing screenshots:

• 🗃️ Sort files by date or title (select Sorting from the file manager menu").
• 🖼️ To save space, convert screenshots to WebP (weigh 2-3 times less than the size of the screenshots). PNG).
• ☁️ Automatically upload screenshots to the cloud (Google Photos, Mi Cloud or Yandex.Disk).

If screenshots are not saved:

• 📁 Check if there is enough space on the device (minimum 100 MB).
• 🔧 Restart your phone – sometimes system processes freeze.
• 🛠️ Update. MIUI Up to the latest version (old firmware had file saving bugs).

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Screenshots on Xiaomi Redmi 7A are saved in PNG format without compression. If you need to reduce their size, use apps like Photo & Picture Resizer or online services like TinyPNG.

7. Problem Solving: Screenshot Not Working

If none of the methods work, the reasons may be as follows:

Common user errors:

• 🔕 Pressing the buttons with a delay (you need to do it at the same time).
• 📵 Using a gesture on a locked screen (not working).
• 🔋 Battery discharge (below 5%) – the system can block “extra” functions).

If the problem persists, reset settings (without deleting data):

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select "Reset all settings" (not to be confused with "Reset to factory"!).
3. After rebooting, check the screenshots.

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