Where does the conversation on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T record: file search, settings and nuances

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T is a popular smartphone with the function of recording telephone conversations, but many users face the problem: where exactly are these audio files stored? Unlike flagship models, where the path to records is often obvious, in budget devices like Note 8T, the location of files can vary depending on the version of MIUI, the settings of the recorder and even the firmware region.

In this article, we’ll look at all possible storage locations, including hidden system folders, cloud services, and third-party applications, how to find files through Explorer, why they can disappear after a MIUI update, and how to transfer them to a computer or other medium without losing quality.

Standard places to save conversation records

By default, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T stores phone records in one of the system folders of internal memory. The path depends on the version of MIUI and regional firmware, but most often it is:

• 📁 /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ — mainfolder MIUI 11–12.5 (European and European versions).
• 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/ — alternative path for some assembly MIUI 12+.
• 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.android.providers.media/ — You can see duplicate records after syncing with Google.

Important: If you are using dual SIM-maps, records for each line can be stored in separate subfolders (e.g, call_rec/sim1/ and call_rec/sim2/). Files usually have a format.m4a or.amr and named by template: Call_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS_phone_number.m4a.

To find the folder quickly:

1. Open the File Manager app.
2. Go to the tab "Category» → «Audio».
3. Sort files by date – the latest entries will be at the top of the list.
4. Click on the file holding your finger and select "Info" to see the full path.

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If the folder call_rec empty, check the settings of the recorder: perhaps the records are saved on SD-map (the path will be) /storage/XXXX-XXXX/MIUI/..., where XXXX-XXXX — ID your memory card).

How to Enable and Set Up a Record of Conversations

By default, the recording function can be disabled or hidden in the settings to activate:

1. Open the application "Dialer" (Phone).
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to the "Recording of conversations" section (in some firmwares, the item is called "Call recording").
4. Activate the “Write Automatically” switch or select “Write Manually”.

Additional settings:

• 🔊 File format: choose between.m4a (Better quality, larger size) and.amr (smaller but worse sound).
• 📍 Place of preservation: internal memory or SD-map (if installed).
• 🔄 Autodelete: You can set up deletion of old records after 7, 30 or 90 days.

Note: on the Redmi Note 8T with MIUI 13+, recording conversations can be automatically disabled for numbers saved in contacts if the Notify of Record option is enabled, due to GDPR requirements in European firmware.

Why records disappear or don't persist

Redmi Note 8T users often experience recordings suddenly disappearing.

If the records are missing after the MIUI update, try:

1. Check the /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/backup/AllBackup/ folder, sometimes files are automatically transferred there.
2. Use the DiskDigger utility to recover deleted audio files (works without root).
3. Check out Google Drive or Mi Cloud if sync is enabled.

How to transfer recordings to a computer or other phone

There are several ways to transfer recordings from the Redmi Note 8T to a PC or other device:

Method 1: Through USB-cable Windows/macOS)

1. Connect your phone to your computer via USB.
2. Select File Transfer (MTP) mode in the notification curtain.
3. Open “This Computer” → search for the Redmi Note 8T device.
4. Go on the path of internal memory → MIUI → sound_recorder → call_rec.
5. Copy the necessary files to the computer.

Method 2: Wi-Fi (without wires)

• 🌐 Use the Mi Drop app (pre-installed on Xiaomi) or Send Anywhere app.
• 📤 In Mi Drop, select the files. → «Send» → generate QR-PC-based.
• 🔗 In Send Anywhere, click "Send» → select files → Get a 6-digit code to download.

Method 3: Through the Cloud

Upload files to Google Drive or Mi Cloud:

1. Open the Files app, find the folder with the records.
2. Select files → Share → Select a cloud service.
3. After downloading, download files to your computer through the web version of the service.

Third-party applications for recording: pros and cons

If the built-in Redmi Note 8T voice recorder is not satisfied, you can use alternative applications.

Warning: Many third-party recorders don't work on MIUI 12.5+ due to Android 11+ restrictions.

• 🔧 Check the permissions: Settings → Annexes → Permits → Microphone and Warehouse.
• 📱 Install the application as a system through ADB: adb shell pm install -i "com.example.recorder" -r /path/to/apk
• 🔄 Reboot your phone after you install the recorder.

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On the Redmi Note 8T with MIUI 13+, it is better to use Cube Call Recorder ACR with the “Write over Bluetooth” setting (even if Bluetooth is disabled) – this bypasses Android’s restrictions on recording calls.

How to Recover Deleted Records of Conversations

If the records were deleted accidentally, you can try to restore them, and the effectiveness depends on how long it has been since the deletion and how actively the phone memory was used.

Method 1: Through Recovery Applications

• 🛠️ DiskDigger scans internal memory for deleted audio files, works without root, but finds more files with root.
• 🔍 Recuva (for PC) – connect your phone in File Transfer mode and scan the memory card.
• 📱 Dumpster – Recycle Bin application that saves deleted files (you need to install before deleting records).

Instructions for DiskDigger:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Select Basic Scan (without root) or Full Scan (with root).
3. Mark file types: «AUDIO» (AMR, M4A).
4. Wait for the scan to finish and restore the files.

Method 2: Through backup copies

If automatic backup is enabled:

• 🖥️ Check out Google Drive: Menu → Recycle bin (files are stored there for 30 days).
• ☁️ In Mi Cloud, go to Settings → Cloud. → Backup copies.
• 📱 Local backups MIUI may be stored in /MIUI/backup/AllBackup/.

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If you can't recover your files, try extracting audio from your call log. Some apps (like Call Logs Backup & Restore) store metadata for conversations, including duration, to help confirm the call even if there's no record.

Storage optimization: how not to lose important records

To avoid losing records, follow these tips:

• 📁 Move files to your computer or cloud regularly (e.g. once a week).
• 🔄 Set up autoexport to Google Drive via Tasker or Automate.
• 📱 Use two. SIM-Set up separate folders for each line in the voice recorder settings.
• 🔊 Check the quality of the record: if files are saved in.amr format, convert them to.mp3 via Audacity for long-term storage.

For automatic sorting of records:

1. Install File Commander or Solid Explorer.
2. Create a rule: move all files from /MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ folder /Recordings/Archive/ older 7 days.
3. Set up a notification about new files via MacroDroid.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Redmi Note 8T