Where to save the records of calls on Xiaomi: file search and storage settings

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature for recording important conversations, interviews or evidence. However, many users face the problem: where exactly are these audio files stored? Unlike photos or downloads, call records do not always lie in obvious folders, and their location depends on the version of MIUI, the phone model and the applications used.

In this article, we will take a detailed look at all possible storage locations for records, from standard directories in the device’s memory to cloud services. You will learn how to find files manually through the file manager, why they can "disappear" after updates, and how to set up automatic saving in a place convenient for you. 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13) and current versions of the firmware MIUI 14/15.

Standard folders for calling records in MIUI

By default, Xiaomi smartphones store conversation records in a system folder, the path to which depends on the firmware version. In most cases, files are.amr or.mp3 format and stored in one of the following directories:

• 📁 /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ — mainland MIUI 12–15. Here files are sorted by dates and subscriber numbers.
• 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/ — alternative path for some models (e.g, POCO F4).
• 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.android.providers.media/files/CallRecord/ — rare option, occurs after resetting settings.

If you use the stock Call Recording app (the microphone icon), the files will be in the first folder. MIUI The path may change, for example, in MIUI 15 Xiaomi 13 Pro records moved to /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/. To avoid guessing, check out all three options.

Important: If you connected your phone to your computer via MTP and didn’t see the MIUI folder, turn on the display of hidden files in Windows Explorer settings or use the file manager on the smartphone itself (for example, Files by Google).

How to find records through the built-in application

The easiest way to access records is through the Call Recorder app, which is pre-installed on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI, and allows you not only to listen to files, but also to manage their storage, so you can open the list of records:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner → select Call Records.
3. You will see a list of all saved conversations, sorted by date.

On this menu you can:

• 🎧 Listen to the tape by tapping it.
• 📤 Share the file via messengers or mail (button "Share»).
• 🗑️ Delete unnecessary entries (hold your finger on the file) → select "Delete»).
• ⚙️ Configure the save settings (Settings button in the upper right corner).

Nuance: If you don't see the Call Record tab in the phone menu, then the feature is disabled in the settings. To activate it, go to Settings → Apps → Phone → Record calls and turn on the Toggle Recorder.

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If the record is not saved, check if it has been blocked by an antivirus (for example, Google Play Protect).

Cloud services and recording synchronization

Many users are unaware that Xiaomi can automatically upload call records to the cloud, which is available if you are logged in to Mi Account and enabled synchronization. Files are stored in the Mi Cloud service in the Records section, but there are important limitations:

• 🔒 Only 5GB of free space is available (records take it up fast).
• ⏳ Synchronization only works when connected to Wi-Fi (by default).
• 📵 Files in the cloud are stored in compressed format (quality is lower than in local copies).

To check or download records from the cloud:

1. Open the Settings. → Mi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Select Records (or Call Records in English).
3. Click on the desired file → Download or Delete.

Critical information: If you delete a record from the cloud, it will disappear from your phone (and vice versa) if sync is enabled. Disable it in the Mi Cloud settings if you want to manage files separately.

Why Call Records May Be Lost

Users often complain that the recordings suddenly disappear from the phone, and there are several reasons, and most of them are related to system settings or user actions.

Another common problem is that the entries are on the app list, but they're not played, because they're corrupted or codecs are incompatible.

1. Copy the file to your computer and try to open it through the VLC Player.
2. If not, convert the format using Audacity or online services.

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Always check the settings of the Phone application after the MIUI update - write settings and save paths are often reset.

How to Change the Place of Records Saving

By default, Xiaomi saves records to internal memory, but you can redirect them to the internal memory. SD-- A map or a specific folder:

1. Open the phone application → three points → Settings.
2. Select Call Recording → Rescue Place.
3. Please indicate the path you need (for example, /storage/XXXX-XXXX/CallRecords/ for SD-map).

Important: If you choose SD-card, make sure it is formatted as an internal storage (otherwise the records may not be saved) to check the format:

1. Go to Settings. → Warehouse.
2. Tap on the title SD-map → Settings.
3. If a Portable Device is specified, format the card as internal (the data will be erased!).

For advanced users, there is a way to change the way they save through ADB. This is true if the settings don't have the right option.

adb shell settings put global call_recording_storage_path /sdcard/YourFolder/

Replace YourFolder with your folder name, and be careful that the wrong path will lead to recording errors.

🔹 Check the vacant space for SD-card (minimum 1 GB)

🔹 Format the card as an internal storage (if necessary)

🔹 Create a folder for records manually (for example, CallRecords)

🔹 Reboot your phone after the changes-->

Alternative applications for recording calls

If Xiaomi's standard solution doesn't suit you (e.g., because of model restrictions for the European market), you can use third-party apps, which offer more features: format selection, cloud sync with Google Drive, speech-to-text transcription. Popular options:

• 📱 Cube Call Recorder ACR — Supports recording of both interlocutors, integration with Dropbox.
• 🎤 Call Recorder by Lovekesh – Simple interface, save in MP3/WAV.
• ☁️ Automatic Call Recorder – Automatic download to Google Drive, filtering spam calls.

When installing third-party applications, consider:

⚠️ Note: Starting with Android 10, Google restricted apps from accessing the microphone while calling. MIUI 12+ Many recorders only work through workarounds (e.g., turn on speakerphones!

To set up a third-party recorder:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Grant permissions to access the microphone, contacts and storage.
3. In the application settings, specify the file format (MP3 is recommended for compatibility).
4. Select a folder to save (e.g. /CallRecords/ThirdParty/).

Security and legal aspects

Recording phone conversations is not only technical, but also legal, with strict rules in most countries that can lead to fines.

• 📜 Consent of the interlocutor: in Russia (Article 23 of the Constitution) and the EU (GDPR) Recording a conversation without notifying the other party is prohibited if it is used for public purposes (for example, for court purposes.
• 🔐 Data storage: If you keep records with personal information (card numbers, passport data), encrypt files or store them in secure folders (for example, Private Folder in the Internet). MIUI).
• 🌍 International calls: Laws vary by country, for example, in the US, recording without consent is allowed if you are a participant in the conversation (state laws may vary).

On Xiaomi smartphones for the European market (Xiaomi 13 Lite EU, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G), the call recording function is often disabled by default due to GDPR.

1. Set India or Russia in the settings (Settings → Additional → Region).
2. Reboot the phone.
3. Check the appearance of the recording option in the phone application.

⚠️ Note: Changes in region may affect some services (e.g. Google Pay or banking applications) and return the original region after activation of the record, the function will remain active.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi call records