Where to save phone records on Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro: a complete guide to search and manage files

You have enabled a conversation record on Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro, but can’t find the saved file? This problem is familiar to many users of Xiaomi smartphones – standard applications for recording calls often hide audio files in non-obvious folders, and sometimes do not save them at all without additional settings. In this article, we will analyze all possible storage locations for records on Poco X3 Pro, including system directories, cloud services and third-party applications.

The Poco X3 Pro features Android-based MIUI firmware, where the logic of saving records depends on the software version, regional settings, and even the chosen call app. We analyzed all scenarios from the standard Phone app to popular alternatives like Cube Call Recorder or ACR. You will also learn how to change the way you save, why records may be lost, and how to recover deleted files.

Important: If you use dual-sim or VoLTE/VoWiFi, the save paths may differ! there is a separate section with nuances for these cases.

1. Standard place to save MIUI records

The default phone app on Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro saves conversation records in a folder /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/. This is a good way to go for most versions. MIUI 12–14, But it can change depending on the:

• 📱 Firmware regions (global, Chinese, Indian) for example, in Chinese versions MIUI records may be retained in /MIUI/voice_recorder/.
• 🔄 System updates after major updates (e.g. with MIUI 12.5 on 13) The path may be reset to the standard /Recordings/.
• 📞 VoIP (WhatsApp, Telegram) records are often saved to a separate folder. /CallRecord/VoIP/.

To test this path:

1. Open any file manager (e.g., Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to the root directory (/storage/emulated/0/).
3. Open the folder. MIUI, later sound_recorder and call_rec.
4. Record files will be in format Call_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS.mp3 or rec_XXXXXXXXXX.mp3.

⚠️ Attention: If folders sound_recorder No, check the recording settings in the Phone application.Perhaps the function is disabled or files are saved elsewhere (see next section).

2. Alternative ways of saving (if entries are not in the standard folder)

If /MIUI/sound_recorder/ empty, check out these directories:

You can also save the records in hidden folders to see them.

1. Open Mi File Manager.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Show hidden files.
3. Check the.CallRec or.Voice folders in the root directory.

A critical nuance for Poco X3 Pro: If you use a microSD, the default records are saved to it in a folder /SDCard/MIUI/sound_recorder/. When you remove the card, the files will become unavailable!

Check the folder. /MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/

Enable the display of hidden files

Make sure that the record is not saved on SD-map

Check out cloud services (Mi Cloud, Google Drive)

Update the phone app to the latest version-->

3. Call recording settings in MIUI: where to change the save path

You can manually specify where to save the records.

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Record conversations.
3. Select a folder to save (in some versions of MIUI, this item is called a Storage Location).
4. Specify the path you want (e.g. /Download/CallRecords/).

Pay attention to these parameters:

• 🔧 File format:.amr (saves space) by default, but you can choose.mp3 better quality.
• 📁 Autocleaning: If enabled, records older than 30 days will be deleted.
• ☁️ Sync with Mi Cloud: If activated, copies of records will be in the cloud (check in Settings) → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Call records).

⚠️ Warning: When you change the way you save old records, you don't automatically transfer them -- you have to copy them manually. SD-card if it is formatted as a portable storage (files may be damaged when retrieved).

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If you often record long conversations, choose.mp3 with a bitrate of 128 kbps. This is the optimal balance between quality and file size. To change the bitrate, use the Cube Call Recorder app (in the settings → Audio Source → Custom Format).

4.Cloud Call Records: Mi Cloud and Google Drive

If your Poco X3 Pro is synced to Mi Cloud, the records can be automatically uploaded to the cloud to find them:

1. Open Settings → Xiaomi Akcount → Mi Cloud.
2. Select Call Records (if there is no item, then synchronization is disabled).
3. Press Data Management. → View.
4. The records will be sorted by date, and they can be downloaded or deleted.

For Google Drive:

• 📁 Records are saved to the CallRecordings folder (if you used the Call Recorder by Lovekesh app).
• 🔍 To find: Open Google Drive → Menus. → Recycle Bin (sometimes files get there due to synchronization errors).
• ⚙️ If records are not loaded, check the settings of the recording app: Autoboot → Google Drive → Turn on.

Important: Cloud copies can take up space in your storage. For example, in Mi Cloud, only 5 GB is available for free, and.mp3 records weigh ~1 MB/minute. If you exceed the limit, old files will be deleted.

5.Record Saving Problems: Why There Are No Files

If you have enabled a record but no files are in any folder, check these reasons:

• 🚫 In some countries (e.g. the EU), recording calls without the consent of the interlocutor is prohibited by law. MIUI can block the function.
• 🔕 Operator restrictions: Some mobile operators (e.g. Jio in India) block VoLTE recordings.
• 📵 Lack of memory. If the device has less than 500 MB of free space, MIUI Can automatically delete old records.
• 🔄 App crash. Restart the Phone app or clear its cache (Settings) → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

To diagnose the problem:

1. Try to record a test call (for example, call your other number).
2. Check notifications after the call is complete – if the message Record is saved but the file is not, then the problem is in the way of saving.
3. Install a third-party recording app (such as ACR) and check if records are saved through it.

⚠️ Attention: On Poco X3 Pro with firmware MIUI 13+ Call recording may not work if the power saving mode is on. → Battery → Energy saving regime.

6 How to transfer recordings to a PC or other device

To copy the Poco X3 Pro call records to your computer:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable (select File Transfer Mode when connected).
2. Open the folder with records (see sections above).
3. Copy files to any folder on your PC (for example, to the desktop).

Alternative methods:

• ☁️ Cloud: Upload files to Google Drive or Mi Cloud, then download to PC.
• 📧 Email: Send your email (convenient for 1-2 files).
• 🔗 FTP-server: Use the application FX File Explorer to Create for You FTP-servers on the phone and download files over Wi-Fi.

If you're recording in.amr, you might need a codec to play on your PC. Install VLC Media Player or AMR Player.

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When transferring records to your PC, save the original file names—they contain the date and time of the conversation (e.g., the date and time of the conversation, Call_20231015_143022.mp3). This will help you quickly find the right file among hundreds of records.

7. Third-party write apps: where they save files

If you are using a third-party application (such as Cube Call Recorder or ACR), the ways to save will be different:

To change the way you save in third-party applications:

1. Open the application settings (usually an icon) ⚙️ top-right).
2. Find the Storage or Save Location section.
3. Specify a new folder (e.g. /Download/MyCalls/).
4. Save the changes and restart the application.

Important: Some applications (such as ACR) require permission to record audio through ADB. If recordings are not saved, follow the command:

adb shell pm grant com.nll.acr android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO

FAQ: Frequent questions about Poco X3 Pro call recording