Have you recorded an important voice memo or interview on a Xiaomi voice recorder but can't find the file? Or want to change the location of the save so that the records don't take up your phone's memory? In this article, we'll look at all the possible ways to store voice recordings on Redmi, Poco and Mi devices, from standard folders to hidden MIUI directories. And we'll show you how to transfer entries to a memory card or to the cloud, restore deleted files and why audio sometimes disappears after a system update.
The manufacturer doesn't always tell you transparently where the records are stored, especially if you're using an app side or changing the default settings. MIUI 14/15 (including global and Chinese versions and revealing patterns - for example, why some models (Xiaomi) 13 Pro, Redmi Note 12) You'll also learn how to get around the restriction. MIUI root-catalogue SD-root-card.
Standard Ways to Keep Records in MIUI
By default, the Dictaphone app (or Recorder in global firmware) saves files to the system folder of internal memory. The path depends on the version of MIUI and the smartphone model:
- 📁 Main folder: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/ — here are the records stored.m4a (AAC) or.mp3 on new models (Xiaomi) 14, Poco F5).
- 📁 An alternative path: /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/ — used in global firmware or after resetting settings.
- 📁 For old models: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/ — relevant to Redmi 9, Mi A3 and devices MIUI 12 below.
Files are named by template REC_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS.ext, where YYYYMMDD — date, HHMMSS — Time of recording, for example, REC_20260515_143022.m4a signifies 15 may 2026 yearly 14:30:22.
⚠️ Note: If you connect your smartphone to your PC through MTP (Media Transfer Protocol, folder MIUI To see it, turn on the display of hidden files in Windows Explorer or use the file manager on your phone (for example, Mi File Manager).
How to change the place of saving to a memory card
By default. MIUI It does not allow you to save the recording directly to SD-The map is due to Android limitations, but there are two workarounds:
- Through the settings of the application: Open the recorder and tap on ⚙️ Settings. Select the save folder (or Storage location in the global version). SD-The card is inactive, go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Dictaphone → Permits and enable access to storage.
- Manual transfer: Copy folder sound_recorder to the memory card through the file manager, then in the voice recorder settings specify the new path manually (for example, /storage/1234-5678/Recordings/, where 1234-5678 — ID yours SD-map).
☑️ Preparing for a change in the conservation path
⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi 10, Poco) M4) post-record SD-The card may lose the audio editing functionality directly in the application. MIUI Work with external storage devices.
Where to look for records made by third-party recorders
If you use alternative applications (e.g. Easy Voice Recorder, Hi-Q MP3 Recorder, or ASR Voice Recorder), the ways you save may be different.
| Annex | The default path | File format |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Voice Recorder | /storage/emulated/0/EasyVoiceRecorder/ | .mp3, .wav, .aac |
| Hi-Q MP3 Recorder | /storage/emulated/0/HiQRecorder/ | .mp3 (bitrate up to 320 kbit/s) |
| ASR Voice Recorder | /storage/emulated/0/ASR/Recordings/ | .m4a, .ogg |
| Google Dictator | /storage/emulated/0/Recorder/ | .opus (transcribed in text) |
To find the recordings from a third-party recorder:
- Open the application and check the Settings → Save folder section.
- Search Mi File Manager for keywords: rec, voice, audio.
- Check the Download folder – some apps save records there by default.
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If you use third-party recorders frequently, create a folder shortcut with recordings on the home screen. To do this, in Mi File Manager, hold your finger on the folder and select Add to the home screen.
Why records “disappear” and how to recover them
Xiaomi users often face a problem when voice recordings suddenly disappear. Here are the main reasons and solutions:
- 🔄 Update MIUI: After major updates (for example, with the MIUI 13 on MIUI 14) The system may reset the save path. /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/backup/sound_recorder/ — Sometimes the records are duplicated there.
- 🗑️ Cache Clearing: If you cleaned the Dictaphone app's cache through Settings → Applications, records could be deleted, and you can restore them using DiskDigger or Recuva (root required for deep scanning).
- 📵 Failure of the file system: in case of sharp extraction SD-If you're writing a card or a battery, it might get damaged while you're writing. VLC — The program sometimes repairs partially damaged audio.
To recover deleted records:
- Install DiskDigger from Google Play and select Full Scan (requires root) mode.
- Filter the results by extensions:.m4a,.mp3,.wav.
- Save recovered files to your PC or cloud – Re-saving to your phone can overwrite data.
How to prevent the loss of records?
How to export records to the cloud or PC
To avoid losing records when you reset your phone or replace your device, it is recommended that you migrate them to the cloud or computer regularly.
🖥️ On PC through USB
- Connect Xiaomi to your computer via a USB-C cable.
- Select File Transfer (MTP) mode in the connection notification.
- In Windows Explorer, go along the way This computer → [Your phone name] → Internal memory. → MIUI → sound_recorder.
- Copy the necessary files into a folder on the PC.
☁️ To the cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud)
- 📁 Google Drive: Open Mi File Manager, select the notes and tap Share. Select Save to Drive and specify the folder.
- 📁 Mi Cloud: Upload files manually via i.mi.com web version (Files section). Automatic synchronization of voice recordings in Mi Cloud is not supported.