Where to save the recordings of conversations on Xiaomi Poco X3: where to look for audio files in MIUI

You have enabled a phone call recording on Xiaomi Poco X3, but can't find the saved file? This problem is familiar to many smartphone users on MIUI - Xiaomi's proprietary shell doesn't always obviously organize media storage. Unlike other Android devices, where records usually lie in the CallRecordings folder, the Poco X3 path may differ depending on the firmware version, regional settings, or even the recording application used.

In this article, we will look at all possible locations where the Poco X3 (including the Poco X3 NFC and Poco X3 Pro) stores audio recordings of conversations.

• 📁 Standard folders MIUI For storing records (including hidden directories)
• 🔍 How to find files through the built-in file manager and third-party apps
• ⚙️ Recording settings that affect the save path
• 📱 Features for different versions MIUI (12-to-14)

Important: If you used a third-party recording app (like Cube Call Recorder or ACR), the path to the files will be different — we’ll look at this case as well. Also note that some firmware can automatically delete records after 30 days if you don’t change your storage settings.

1. Standard location of MIUI records

By default, the Xiaomi Poco X3 saves conversation records in one of the system folders, but its location depends on the MIUI version and regional settings.

• 📂 folder MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec — most common path for MIUI 12–14. Look for it in the root catalog of internal memory (/storage/emulated/0/).
• 📂 Recordings/Call — alternative path that occurs on global firmware (for example, for the European version of Poco) X3 NFC).
• 📂 Download/CallRecordings — if you manually changed the recording settings through the Dictaphone application.

To find the folder quickly:

1. Open the standard Files application (yellow folder icon).
2. Go to the Category section → Audio.
3. Enable the display of hidden files (click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Show hidden files).
4. Look for files with extension.m4a or.amr and species name Call_20260515_123456.

⚠️ Note: If you are connected to Poco X3 computer-to-computer MTP and haven't seen the file MIUI, Check to see if file transfer mode is on. Some firmware has Charging mode activated by default, which hides internal memory.

2. How to check the recording settings in MIUI

You can change the way you save the records in the settings of the system recorder.

1. Open the Dictaphone app (mic icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Settings.
3. Select the save folder (or Storage location in English firmware).
4. Make sure you choose internal storage instead of internal storage. SD-map (if installed).

If you have a path like /sdcard/CallRecordings in your settings, you mean internal memory (in Android /sdcard is not a removable card, but a partition /storage/emulated/0/).

adb shell ls -la /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec

This command can be executed via ADB (Developer Tool) if you connect the phone to a PC. The alternative is to use a file manager with root rights (such as Root Explorer), but this requires unlocking the bootloader.

Make sure that the recording of conversations is included in Settings → Applications → Permissions → Microphone

Check the free space in the internal memory (minimum 500 MB)

Disable battery optimization for the Dictaphone application

Reboot your phone after changing your settings-->

3. Search for records through third-party applications

If standard methods do not help, use alternative methods:

• 🔎 Search by file name: In the file manager, type in the search bar Call_* or *.m4a. It will find all the records, even if they are in an unexpected folder.
• 📱 File search apps: Files by Google or Solid Explorer can search by content and metadata. Install them from Google Play.
• 💾 Cloud Storage Check: If you have Mi Cloud or Google Drive sync enabled, records could have automatically downloaded there.check Backups or Recordings folders.

For advanced users, a utility is suitable FX File Explorer with access to root folders, which will show all directories, including system directories, where temporary records files are sometimes stored (for example, for example, for example, the file file file file file, /data/user_de/0/com.android.dialer/cache/).

⚠️ Note: Some write applications (such as Truecaller) store files in their own storage. To retrieve them, go to the application settings. → Call Recording → Export Recordings.

4.Why entries may not be in the folder

If you have enabled a record but no files, check these reasons:

• 🚫 Recording ban: Some countries (e.g. the EU) have privacy laws in place, and MIUI It can block the recording without notifying the subscriber.
• 🔋 Optimizing the battery: MIUI aggressively closes the background processes. Add the voice recorder app to the exceptions: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → Dictaphone → No restrictions.
• 📵 Access rights error: After the update MIUI The app may not have enough permissions. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Dictaphone → Permits and enable access to Microphone and Warehouse.
• 🗑️ Autoclean: Automatic deletion of old records can be enabled in the voice recorder settings. Check the option Delete older records.

If the problem persists, try resetting the app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Recorder → Storage.
2. Click Clear Data and Reset Settings.
3. Restart your phone and try recording a test call.

5. Alternative methods of recording and saving

If the built-in MIUI tools don’t suit you, consider these options:

• 📲 Google Drive: Set up automatic upload of records to the cloud. To do this, select Settings in the Dictaphone app → Autoboot → Google Drive.
• 📡 FTP-server: using Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer can configure access to phone files over the local network and download records to the PC in real time.
• 🔄 Sync with Mi Cloud: Enable backup in Settings → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Backup → Dictaphone.

For professional use, Call Recorder - Automatic Call Recorder from AppStar is suitable.

• Stores records in /CallRecordings/ with sorting by contacts.
• Supports cloud sync with Dropbox and OneDrive.
• He can transcribe conversations into text (paid).

⚠️ Note: When using third-party recording apps, make sure they comply with the laws of your country.In some regions (such as the United States or Germany), recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor may be illegal.

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If you often record important conversations, create a separate folder on the SD-map (if any) and specify it as a save location in the voice recorder settings, which will protect files from accidental deletion when resetting your phone.

6.Recovery of deleted records

If the records are missing after resetting or cleaning up the memory, try to restore them:

1. Check the Recycle Bin: In the Files app, open the Recycle Bin (available in MIUI 13+) and the deleted files are stored there for up to 30 days.
2. Use Recovery Utility: Connect Poco X3 to your PC and scan your internal memory with programs like Recuva or DiskDigger. Look for files with.m4a,.amr,.mp3 extensions.
3. Check backups: If you’ve synced data with Mi Cloud or Google Account, go to the web version of the service and look for archives with records.

Importantly, the less you use your phone after deleting files, the better the chances of recovery. When you write new data, old files are overwritten.

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If records are critical (for example, for a court or work), export them regularly to your PC or cloud. MIUI has no built-in protection against accidental deletion, and the shopping cart is cleaned automatically.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Poco X3