Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 7 can be required in a variety of situations, from saving important business information to fixing evidence in controversial moments. However, many users face the problem: once a call is completed, the record seems to “disappear”, and standard phone folders do not contain the expected files, the fact that the location of audio files depends on the version of MIUI, the recording application used, and even on the regional settings of the firmware.
In this article, we’ll look at all the possible locations for Redmi 7 records, from obvious memory folders to hidden system directories, and how to recover deleted files if they’re lost after an update or reset. We’ll focus on the nuances of working with MIUI 10–14 firmware, because the logic of storing data is very different. If you’re looking for a specific file but don’t know where to start, this guide will help you organize your search and save time.
1. Standard location of MIUI records
By default, Xiaomi Redmi 7 It stores records of conversations in the system folder, the path to which depends on the firmware version. In most cases, files are.amr or.mp3 and named by pattern: Recording_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS.amr, where YYYYMMDD and HHMMSS The date and time of the call are set.
The main ways where to look for:
- 📁 /sdcard/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ — standard-file MIUI 10–12. Here, records are sorted by dates and contacts.
- 📁 /sdcard/Recordings/CallRecord/ — alternative route in some regional firmware (e.g. India or Europe).
- 📁 /sdcard/Download/CallRecordings/ — If you use a third-party recording app (e.g. Cube Call Recorder).
To find the folder quickly:
- Open the Files app (an icon with a yellow folder).
- Go to the Category tab → Audio.
- In the search bar, enter call_rec record.
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If files with a 0KB file appear in search results, it means that the record has been interrupted or not saved due to a crash. Try calling again and turning the record back on.
2. Search through the Dictator app
Redmi 7 is a default call recorder built-in com.miui.soundrecorder, but many users don’t know that it also stores conversation records — not in the Records tab, but in a separate section.
Search instructions:
- Open the Dictophone app (icon with microphone).
- Tap it on three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings → Show the call records.
- If the option is active, return to the main screen of the application - a new tab Calls will appear.
If there is no tab, it means:
- ❌ Call recording disabled in settings (see section 4).
- ❌ Files were deleted after the update MIUI (Read section 6 on recovery).
- ❌ You use a third-party dialer (like Google Phone) that saves records elsewhere.
3. Alternative storage locations: hidden folders and the cloud
If the record is not in the standard folders, check the following locations:
| Storage area | Path or mode of access | When used |
|---|---|---|
| Hidden folder.callrecorder | /sdcard/.callrecorder/ (requires to enable the display of hidden files) | In China, MIUI firmware or global beta versions |
| Mi Cloud | Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud → Backups | If you have enabled cloud-based recording sync (rarely) |
| Phone application folder | /sdcard/Android/data/com.android.dialer/files/ | Using Google Phone instead of a standard dealer |
| External SD-map | /storage/XXXX-XXXX/CallRecords/ (where XXXX — ID map) | If the recording settings indicate saving to SD |
To see the hidden folders:
- Open the Files» → press three points (⋮) → Settings.
- Activate the option to show hidden files.
- Go back to the root directory (/sdcard/) and find the.callrecorder folder.
Why can records be stored in a hidden folder?
4. Call recording settings: how to turn on and where files are stored
If you can't find records, first make sure the recording feature is activated at all.In Redmi 7, it can be disabled by default or hidden in the depths of the menu.
How to check the settings:
- Open the phone application (green handset).
- Tap it on three points (⋮) → Settings → Recording calls.
- Make sure the Automatic Record switch is on.
- Check the save path in the Records Folder section.
Possible reasons why records are not retained:
- 🔇 No rights to write (check in Settings) → Permits → Microphone).
- 📵 Not enough disk space (MIUI Requires a minimum of 100 MB of free recording space).
- 🔄 Failure after update (see Section 6 on Recovery).
- 📞 VoIP (WhatsApp, Viber) – calls are not recorded by standard means.
☑️ Checking before searching for records
5. Search via PC: Connecting the phone to the computer
If you can’t find the phone records, connect Redmi 7 to your computer via the phone. USB-This will allow you to use advanced search on the file system, including hidden folders.
Step-by-step:
- Connect your phone to your PC via the original cable (use the USB 2.0 port for stability).
- On your phone, select File Transfer (MTP) mode.
- On your computer, open “This Computer” → search for the Redmi 7 device.
- In the address bar of the conductor enter: %USERPROFILE%\Desktop\Redmi7\Internal storage\MIUI\sound_recorder\call_rec\ (substitute Redmi7 on your device).
- Use extension search: type in the search bar.amr or.mp3.
If there are no records, try alternative ways:
- 🖥️ Internal storage\Recordings\
- 🖥️ Internal storage\Android\data\com.miui.soundrecorder\files\
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Connecting via USB often helps you find files that don’t appear in the standard MIUI file manager because of indexing glitch.
6.Recovery of deleted records
If the records are lost after resetting, updating MIUI or accidental deletion, you can try to restore them using specialized utilities. Importantly, the less you do on your phone after deletion, the better the chances of successful recovery (new files can overwrite old data).
Recovery methods:
- 🔄 DiskDigger (Android): scans internal memory for deleted audio files. Requires root rights for deep search.
- 💻 Recuva (PC): Connect your phone in mode MTP And scan the disk, effective for files that were deleted less than a month ago.
- ☁️ Mi Cloud: If sync was enabled, check backups in your Xiaomi account (Devices section) → Redmi 7 → Backup copies).
Instructions for DiskDigger:
- Install the app from Google Play.
- Run a basic scan (without root) or a full scan (with root).
- Select the Audio file type (AMR, MP3).
- After the scan is completed, mark the desired files and click Restore.
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If you are recovering records for judicial purposes, save them to a separate medium (flash drive) and record the date/time of the file creation using properties (right click → Properties → Detailed).
7. Frequent problems and solutions
Even if you find a folder with records, you may have difficulty listening to them or opening them.
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Files are available, but they are not reproduced. | The file header or codec is damaged | Use VLC Player or convert to MP3 via Audacity |
| Records are terminated in 1-2 minutes | Limitation of MIUI on recording duration | Install a third-party recording dialer (e.g. Boldbeast) |
| folder call_rec It was empty, but the recording was | Files moved to the cloud or hidden | Check out Mi Cloud or enable hidden files |
| Records are saved only for outgoing calls | Restriction of regional firmware | Update MIUI to Global Version or Use Google Phone |
If none of the methods worked, it is possible that the record was not preserved due to:
- 📵 Hardware restrictions: on some firmware MIUI Recording of incoming calls is blocked at the core level.
- 🔇 Application conflict: if two voice recorders are running simultaneously (e.g., built-in and Cube Call Recorder).
- 🔄 Failure during recording: if at the time of the call the phone overheated or discharged.
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Redmi 7 with India Firmware (MIUI INDIA) has legally disabled incoming calls. To get around the restriction, install global firmware through Fastboot.