Where Xiaomi stores records from the recorder: the path to the folder and 5 ways to find files

Have you recorded an important conversation on a Xiaomi voice recorder but can't find the file? Or accidentally deleted the record and want to restore it? In this article, we'll look at which folder the default audio recorder on Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi, POCO and Black Shark models) stores, and show alternative search methods - from a standard conductor to a computer connection.

The problem is that the path to recordings may differ depending on the version of MIUI and the application used (a standard voice recorder or third-party programs like Easy Voice Recorder), and some users experience files disappearing after a system update or settings reset, and we will tell you how to avoid data loss and where to look for backups.

If you don't find records in a standard folder, don't panic. In 90% of cases, files are simply moved to another storage (e.g., Mi Cloud) or hidden from direct access. Below you'll find step-by-step instructions for all scenarios, including recovering deleted records.

Standard location of recordings of the recorder on Xiaomi

By default, the standard Dictaphone app (Mic icon) on Xiaomi saves audio files to the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Recorder/

or (on some firmware):

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/

These folders are accessible through any file manager, such as Standard Explorer or Total Commander. Files usually have the.m4a (AAC) or.amr (for short entries) extension and are named by the date/time of creation, such as:

• 📅 rec_20260515_143022.m4a — record 15 may 2026 yearly 14:30
• 🎤 voice_1715778645.amr — short-note AMR (name)
• 📱 call_rec_5551234567_20260510.m4a — Recording of telephone conversation (if the function is enabled in the settings)

⚠️ Note: If you use dual applications (Double Apps in the Applications) MIUI), The second account can be stored in a folder. /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.miui.voicerecord/. Access to it is possible only through root-rights or special applications such as FX File Explorer.

How to find records through the conductor on the phone

To open a folder with records without connecting to a PC:

1. Open the Explorer app (the folder icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the Device or Internal Memory section.
3. Find the Recorder folder (or MIUI/sound_recorder).
4. Slip the file to listen to it through the built-in player.

If the folder is not:

• 🔍 Check the hidden files: in Explorer click ⋮ → Settings → Show hidden files.
• 📁 Make sure the recording is saved: open the recorder, swipe left on the home screen - there the story is displayed.
• ☁️ Check out Mi Cloud: Records can automatically sync (see section below).

Check the Recorder folder in the Explorer|Enable the display of hidden files|Open the story in the Dictaphone app|Check the Mi Cloud for backups|Try searching by file name (for example, "rec_*")

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💡 Useful tip: If you often record important conversations, set up automatic backup to the cloud. ⋮ → Settings → Backup and enable the Mi Cloud option.

Search for records through Mi Cloud (Xiaomi cloud storage)

If your Xiaomi has Mi Cloud sync enabled, the records can be automatically copied to the cloud to find them:

1. Open your Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Make sure that the Dictaphone slider is active (if not, turn it on).
3. Go to i.mi.com from your phone or PC.
4. Sign in and select the Recorder (or Records) section.

⚠️ Note: Mi Cloud only stores the last 30 days of records (unless you subscribe to extended storage). Old files are automatically deleted. To save the record forever, download it to your device or transfer it to another cloud (for example, Google Drive).

If the recording is not displayed in the cloud, but you are sure that sync has been enabled, try:

• 🔄 Update the Mi Cloud page (sometimes the data is loaded with a delay).
• 📱 Restart the Dictaphone app on your phone.
• 🌐 Check your internet connection – sync only works with active Wi-Fi or mobile data.

Connect Xiaomi to a computer to search for records

If you can not find files on the phone, connect the device to the PC through USB-That's what cable is for:

1. Connect Xiaomi to your computer (use the original cable for a stable connection).
2. On your phone, select File Transfer (or MTP) mode in the connection notification.
3. On PC, open This computer - your smartphone will appear as a removable disk.
4. Go to the Internal Storage folder → Recorder (or) MIUI → sound_recorder).

🔧 If the folder is empty or not open:

• 🔐 Unlock the phone screen – some versions MIUI Block access to files when the screen is locked.
• 🛠️ Install Xiaomi drivers on PC (you can download from the official website).
• 🔄 Reboot your phone and reconnect.

Critical information: On some models (such as Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12), the Recorder folder may be hidden from the PC due to security policies MIUI 14+. In this case, use the file manager on the phone or ADB-file-copying.

What to do if the records are missing or deleted

If you accidentally deleted a post or it disappeared after the MIUI update, try the following recovery methods:

1. Checking the basket:

In MIUI 12+, deleted files from the Recorder can be temporarily stored in the Recycle Bin to open it:

→ Recycle Bin → Select files with the extension.m4a or.amr

2. Recovery through specialized applications:

Use programs like DiskDigger or Recuva (require root rights for deep scanning).

• 📱 Install DiskDigger from Google Play.
• 🔍 Select Full Scan (this requires superuser rights).
• 🎵 Filter the results by format.m4a or.
• 💾 Save the recovered files to a memory card or cloud.

⚠️ Warning: Do not write new files to your phone after deleting the record, which reduces the chances of successful recovery. It is better to immediately remove the memory card (if it is used) and connect it to the PC through the card reader.

3. Appeal in support of Xiaomi:

If the records were critical (e.g., court evidence), you can contact Xiaomi to request data recovery.

• 📧 Write to support@mi.com with the theme “Recovery of audio recordings».
• 📄 Attach a screenshot of the history of records from the Dictaphone app (if any).
• 🔢 Indicate. IMEI Devices (can be found in Settings) → The phone).

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The chances of recovering a deleted record are maximum in the first 24 hours, and the longer you wait, the greater the risk of overwriting the data.

Setting up the place of saving records of the recorder

By default, the Xiaomi Recorder saves files to internal memory, but you can change the storage location to a microSD card or cloud.

1. Open the Dictaphone app.
2. Tap it on. ⋮ → Settings → Preservation site.
3. Choose one of the options: 📱 Internal Memory (Recorder folder) 💾 Memory card (folder) /storage/XXXX-XXXX/Recorder/, where XXXX-XXXX — ID yours SD-map) ☁️ Mi Cloud (authorization required)

📌 Important: When saving to a memory card, make sure that:

• 🔋 The card is formatted as internal memory (if not, the records may not be saved).
• 📏 There is enough space on the map (minimum 100 MB free).
• 🔒 The card is not protected from writing (check the physical switch on the adapter).

If you choose Mi Cloud, the records will be available on all devices associated with your Xiaomi account.

• ☁️ Free rate is limited to 5 GB (records take up) ~1 MB/minute).
• 🔄 Synchronization only works when connected to Wi-Fi (by default).
• 🔒 Files in the cloud are encrypted, but Xiaomi could theoretically access them at law enforcement’s request.

Alternative applications for recording and their storage folder

If you use third-party applications to record, the paths to the files will be different.

🔍 How to find a folder of a third-party recorder:

1. Open the app and make a test entry (for example, say “test”).
2. Remember the time of the recording.
3. Use a guide with sorted by date (⋮ → Sort by → Date of change).
4. Find a fresh file with the extension.mp3,.m4a or.wav.

⚠️ Note: Some apps (like Google Recorder) don't store files locally, but upload them to the cloud. Check the app's settings to see where your records are stored.

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If you record lectures or interviews frequently, use self-save apps in the cloud (such as Otter.ai or Rev Voice Recorder) to protect you from data loss when your phone breaks down.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recordings of the recorder on Xiaomi