Where Xiaomi Recorder Stores Records: A Complete Guide to File Search and Management

Have you recorded an important conversation or lecture on a Xiaomi voice recorder but can't find the file? Or accidentally deleted the recording and want to restore it? In this article, we will detail where the audio files from the voice recorder are stored on Mi, Redmi and smartphones. POCO, How to find them manually, transfer them to a memory card or computer, and restore deleted records.

The manufacturer does not always obviously place folders with records, and the paths may differ depending on the version. MIUI We have gathered up-to-date information for all modern firmware (including: MIUI 14/15 And HyperOS, and we also took into account the features of working with built-in voice recorders and third-party applications, and if you use Google Disc or other software, we have separate instructions for these cases.

Important: file paths may change after system updates. If you don't find a record on the standard route, check out the alternatives we'll show below. And if a file is gone, don't panic: 80 percent of the time, it can be recovered with free tools.

Standard ways of storing records of the Xiaomi voice recorder

By default, the built-in Xiaomi voice recorder (Record or Recorder app) stores files in the device's system memory. MIUI:

• 📁 The main path (MIUI 12–15, HyperOS): /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/ or /storage/emulated/0/Recorder/
• 📁 Old versions (MIUI 10–11): /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/VoiceRecorder/
• 📁 For POCO-device: /storage/emulated/0/POCO/Recorder/ (sometimes duplicated in /MIUI/)
• 📁 Records from the on-screen recorder (if the option is enabled in Quick settings): /storage/emulated/0/ScreenRecorder/

Files have extensions.m4a (AAC-coding.mp3 (In new versions of the app, names are formed by a template: REC_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS.m4a, where YYYYMMDD — date, HHMMSS — Time, for example, REC_20260515_143022.m4a signifies 15 may 2026 yearly 14:30:22.

To open the folder:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB (Select File Transfer Mode in the Notification Curtain).
2. Open the conductor. Windows/macOS Then go down one of the paths.
3. Or use a file manager on your phone (like Google Files or Mi File Manager).

⚠️ Attention: If the folder MIUI or the Recorder is missing, check if hidden files are enabled in the file manager settings: ⋮ (menu) → Settings → Show hidden files.

How to change the location of the saved records (to a memory card or cloud)

By default, Xiaomi’s voice recorder saves files to internal memory, but you can redirect them to the device. SD-A map or a cloud storage (like Mi Cloud or Google Drive) here's how to do it:

Transfer to memory card

If your device supports microSD (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+ or POCO X5 Pro), follow the following steps:

Open the application Record (Recorder)

Press on. ⋮ (three-point) → Settings

Select a Retention Site → Memory map

Restart the application to apply changes-->

After that, new records will be saved along the way:

• 📁 /storage/XXXX-XXXX/MIUI/sound_recorder/ (where XXXX-XXXX — identifier SD-map).

The old files will remain in the internal memory, and you need to transfer them manually.

1. Connect your phone to your PC or use a file manager.
2. Copy files from /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/ file SD-map.
3. Remove duplicates in internal memory (optional).

Automatic upload to the cloud

Xiaomi doesn’t provide built-in recording sync with Mi Cloud, but you can set up automatic downloads via Google Drive:

1. Install the Google Drive app.
2. Open Settings → Backup.
3. Click Download folder and select /MIUI/sound_recorder/.
4. Enable the Auto-Download option for new files.

⚠️ Note: Cloud services can compress audio files when downloading, which degrades quality. For important recordings (such as interviews or lectures), it is better to use original files from your phone.

Search for records through file manager and PC

If you can’t find a folder with records, use these methods:

Method 1: Search by file name

All recordings of the Xiaomi voice recorder have a prefix in the name REC_. To find them:

1. Open any file manager (e.g., Mi File Manager or Total Commander).
2. In the search bar, enter REC_*.m4a or REC_*.mp3.
3. Wait until the scan is completed - all records will appear in the results.

Method 2: Connecting to a PC

Sometimes it is easier to find files through your computer:

• 🖥️ Connect your phone to your PC via USB (Select the File Transfer Mode (MTP)).
• 🔍 In Windows Explorer, press Ctrl + F and enter REC_.
• 📂 If the search does not work, manually check the folders: Internal storage/MIUI/ Internal storage/Recorder/ Internal storage/POCO/ (device POCO)

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If the phone is not detected on the PC, try another one. USB-cable (preferably original) or enable debugging USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Press the build number 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers).

Method 3: View through Google’s Files app

The Google Files app has a user-friendly interface for multimedia search:

1. Install Google Files.
2. Open the Audio tab.
3. Sort files by date (Recent) – the recorder entries will be at the top of the list.

Recovery of deleted recordings of the recorder

If you accidentally delete a record, don't despair: it can be restored within 30 to 60 days (unless the disk space has been overwritten).

Method 1: Checking the basket

In the new versions MIUI 14+ and HyperOS files deleted through the Files application fall into the Recycle Bin:

1. Open Mi File Manager.
2. Go to the basket tab (dumpster icon).
3. Find a prefixed file. REC_ and press Restore.

Method 2: Recovery programs

If files are permanently deleted, use specialized utilities:

Instructions for DiskDigger (the easiest option):

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Select Full Scan (requires root for deep search).
3. Mark the format M4A or MP3.
4. Wait until the scan is completed and save the files found.

⚠️ Warning: Do not install recovery software on the same drive from which the files were deleted - this reduces the chances of success.

Work with records: editing, conversion, sending

The records you find can be not only listened to, but also edited, converted to another format or sent via instant messengers.

Editing of records

Xiaomi’s built-in voice recorder doesn’t have editing features, but you can use third-party apps:

• 🎛️ Lexis Audio Editor – trimming, sound normalization, noise removal.
• 🎵 WaveEditor – Multi-track editing (for experienced users).
• 📱 Voice PRO — Simple interface for pruning and improving quality.

Conversion of formats

If you need to convert.m4a into.mp3 format:

1. Install the Audio Converter.
2. Select the file and target format (for example, MP3 320 kbps).
3. Click Convert and save the new file.

Sending records

To share the record:

• 📤 Open the file in Mi File Manager → Share.
• 💬 Choose the messenger (Telegram, WhatsApp) or mail.
• ☁️ For large files (>50 MB) upload the record to the cloud (Google Drive, Yandex Disk) and send the link.

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When sent via messengers, records are often compressed. Use cloud services to maintain quality or archive the file in the cloud. ZIP before shipment.

Problems with the Xiaomi voice recorder and their solutions

Sometimes users encounter errors when writing or saving files, and consider the typical problems and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: The recorder does not keep records.

If the file does not appear in the folder after recording:

• 🔧 Check the permissions: Settings → Annexes → Recording. → Permits (must include Warehouse and Microphone).
• 📱 Restart the app or phone.
• 🗑️ Clear the cache: Settings → Annexes → Recording. → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🔄 Update the app via Google Play or App Store.

Problem 2: Records are broken or distorted

If the sound is interrupted or the recording contains interference:

• 🎤 Check the microphone for dirt or damage.
• 🔇 Turn off noise reduction functions in the voice recorder settings.
• 📵 Make sure there are no sources of electromagnetic interference (e.g. microwaves) nearby).
• 🔋 Charge your phone with a low battery level (<15%) It may be a productivity restriction.

Problem 3: The folder with the records disappeared after the update

After updating MIUI The path to the files may change:

1. Use a search by name REC_*.m4a (see section above).
2. Check the new folder: /storage/emulated/0/Android/media/com.miui.voicerecorder/.
3. Install an alternative recorder (such as Easy Voice Recorder) and check if new records are saved.

Alternative voice recorders for Xiaomi: comparison and customization

If Xiaomi’s built-in voice recorder doesn’t suit you, consider third-party apps that offer advanced features: cloud sync, real-time editing, and better recording quality.

To transfer the recordings from a third-party recorder:

1. Open the file manager and find the application folder (see the table above).
2. Copy files into /MIUI/sound_recorder/ convenienceally.
3. Or export entries directly through the app interface (usually there is a Share or Export button).

FAQ: Frequent questions about recordings of the Xiaomi voice recorder