How to listen to a recorded conversation on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: all ways and solutions to problems

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 9T is a useful feature that helps to capture important conversations, interviews or just save memorable conversations. However, many users face difficulties when it comes to finding and listening to these recordings: the standard Dictaphone application is not always obvious, files can be hidden in unexpected folders, and sometimes playback is blocked due to formats or access rights.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to listen to recorded conversations on Redmi. 9T — From embedded tools to third-party applications, and we'll also solve some of the common problems of why the record doesn't open, how to convert it or transfer it to your computer. MIUI, where automatic call records are stored, and how to find them without root rights.

Where are the conversation records on Xiaomi Redmi 9T stored?

By default, all recordings made through the standard Dictaphone app or call recording function are stored in the device's internal memory.

• 📁 Manual recordings (via dictaphone): /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/ or /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/
• 📞 Automatic call recordings: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/call_rec/ (slip-folder)
• 🔄 Backups (if synced with Mi Cloud is enabled): in cloud storage in the Records section

Important: folder call_rec It can be hidden from the file manager. To see it, turn on the display of hidden files in the Explorer settings (for example, in Files). → Settings → If the records are not in these folders, check the settings of the Dictaphone application - it is possible that the saving path was changed manually.

Method 1: Listening through a standard recorder

The easiest method is to use the built-in Dictaphone app (a microphone icon on a red background) which automatically captures all recordings, including calls, if the function is activated in the settings:

1. Open the Dictaphone application (if it is not on the main screen, search through the system search).
2. In the bottom panel, select the Records or Calls tab (depending on the MIUI version).
3. Find the file you want in the list. Call records are usually tagged with a pipe icon. 📞 date.
4. You tap the tape, you play it, you can change the speed, you can cut the clip, you can share the file.

If the recording is not reproduced, check:

• 🔊 Volume: The sound may be switched off or translated to the speaker/earphones.
• 📱 File format: Standard records are stored in.m4a If the file is corrupted, try opening it through VLC or MX Player.
• 🔒 Access Rights: Restart the application or clear its cache in Settings → Annexes → Dictaphone → Warehouse.

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If the Calls tab is not in the Recorder, update the application via Google Play or enable recording of calls in the settings: Settings → Apps → Recorder → Permissions → Recording of sound

Method 2: Find records through the file manager

If the recorder doesn't show the record, find it manually through the conductor.

1. Open the Files app (or any other manager, such as Solid Explorer).
2. Go to the internal memory: /storage/emulated/0/.
3. Open the folder. MIUI → voice_recorder → call_rec (for calls) or Recordings (for manual recordings).
4. Record files usually have names of the type rec_20260515_143022.m4a (date).

To make it easier to find:

• 🔍 Use date search: sort files by time of change.
• 🎵 Listen to the file directly in the explorer: tap on it and select Playback.
• 📤 Copy the record to another folder (for example, Downloads) if you want to send it via messenger.

Method 3: Reproducing through third-party applications

If a standard recorder fails (e.g., doesn't play files or show recordings), use third-party players.The best options for Redmi 9T are:

How to play a recording via VLC:

1. Install the application and open it.
2. In the side menu, select Audio.
3. Click Review and go to the entries folder (see section above).
4. Select a file - playback will begin with the ability to adjust the speed and volume.

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as Voice Recorder) may request access to contacts and call history.

Method 4: Transfer of records to a computer

If you need to save the record for a long time or edit it on a PC, transfer the file through USB-cable or cloud. Step-by-step instructions:

Alternative modes of transmission:

• ☁️ Cloud: Upload the file to Google Drive, Mi Cloud or Dropbox, then download it to PC.
• 📧 Email: Send an email to yourself as an attachment (suitable for files up to 25MB).
• 🔗 Messengers: Send your entry to Telegram (without size limit) or WhatsApp.

If the computer can't see the phone:

• Check USB mode: In the notification curtain, select File Transfer (MTP) when connecting.
• Install drivers for Xiaomi from the official website (link).
• Try another one. USB-cable or port – sometimes a problem with the physical connection.

Method 5: Recovering Deleted Records

If the record was deleted by mistake, you can try to restore it, the chances depend on how long it took and whether the device was used after deleting (new data overwrites old data).

Instructions for DiskDigger (no root required):

1. Install DiskDigger from Google Play.
2. Select Basic scan (surface scan).
3. Mark the file types: Audio (sound).
4. Wait for the scan to be completed and find the file by date/name.
5. Press Recover and save the record to the cloud or memory card.

Alternative programmes:

• 🛠️ Recuva (for PCs, requires connecting your phone as a storage device).
• 🔄 GT Recovery (mobile application, works without root, but with restrictions).

⚠️ Warning: Do not install recovery software on the same memory as the records, which reduces the chances of success. Use a memory card or cloud to save the recovered files.

Solving problems with reproduction

If the record is not played back, the reasons can range from a corrupted file to format incompatibility.

If none of these methods worked, try converting the file:

1. Install Audio Converter from Google Play.
2. Select a corrupted file and convert it to MP3.
3. Try to play a new file.

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If the recording is critical but not playable, try extracting the audio track with Audacity on PC. To do this, import the file as raw data (File → Import → Raw Data) and experiment with the codec settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Redmi 9T