How to find and listen to the recordings of conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro: all ways

Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro is a popular smartphone with a phone recorder, but not everyone knows where to look for saved files. Depending on the version of the MIUI firmware and the applications used, the paths to access records may vary. In this article, we will analyze all possible options, from a standard voice recorder to hidden folders of the system, and also tell you how to recover deleted records and avoid losing them in the future.

It is important to understand that recording conversations on Android devices is regulated by law: in most countries, consent is required. In Russia, for example, recording without notice is allowed only if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation), However, when publishing or using the recording in court, proof of the legality of obtaining it may be required.

If you don't find the recordings in obvious places, the problem may be in the settings of the call app, the MIUI version, or even that the recording function is disabled by default. Next, a detailed analysis of each case with step-by-step instructions.

1. Standard place of storage of records in MIUI

In MIUI 10-14 firmware (current for the Redmi 8 Pro), call records are stored by default in the Recorder app, but the path to them depends on how the recording was turned on:

• 📱 Automatic recording of all calls: files appear in the folder Recordings/Call inner-memory.
• 🎤 Manual recording during a conversation: files can be saved in the MIUI/sound_recorder or in the root folder of Recordings.
• ☁️ Cloud Backup: If sync with Mi Cloud is enabled, records are duplicated in the Records section of i.mi.com.

To open a standard recorder:

1. Open the app menu and find the icon Dictaphone (microphone on an orange background).
2. Go to the Call Records tab (if it is not there, then the records are saved elsewhere).
3. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Show Hidden Files if the entries are not displayed.

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If the Dictophone app is missing, check the folder. MIUI/sound_recorder through any file manager (e.g. Mi File Explorer) and often hidden from direct access.

On the Redmi 8 Pro with MIUI 12+, the path may change due to privacy updates, for example, in some regional versions of the firmware, records are automatically encrypted and only accessible through the Security app.

2. Search for records through the file manager

If a standard voice recorder doesn't show records, try finding them manually through Mi File Explorer or a third-party manager (like Solid Explorer).

To open the hidden folders:

1. Launch the Mi File Explorer.
2. Click on three points → Settings → Enable Show hidden files.
3. Go to the root directory (/storage/emulated/0/) and enter the folder name manually.

Enable the display of hidden files

Check the Recordings/Call folder

Search for the extension.amr or.mp3

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If files are found but not played, the problem may be the codec. Try opening them through the VLC Player or converting them with Audio Converter. Redmi 8 Pro sometimes has.opus entries, which are not supported by all players.

3. Use of the "Phone" application to access records

Some versions of MIUI have records tied to call history, so you can find them.

1. Open the phone application (Phone).
2. Go to the Call Log and select the contact you want.
3. Click on the i icon (information) next to the number.
4. If there is a record, a button will appear to Play or Open the record.

If there is no button, but you are sure that the recording was conducted, check the settings of the Phone application:

1. Open the Phone Settings (three dots in the upper right corner).
2. Go to the Record of conversations → Storage.
3. Make sure that your internal memory is selected or SD-map.

On the Redmi 8 Pro with India Firmware (MIUI INDIA), call recording is disabled by default due to local laws, requiring a change of firmware region or third-party applications to activate it.

4. Recovering deleted call records

If the records have been deleted, you can try to restore them using specialized utilities.

• 🔍 DiskDigger scans internal memory for audio files.
• 🗑️ Recuva (requires to connect your phone to your PC in mode) MTP).
• ☁️ Mi Cloud – If sync was enabled, check the cart at i.mi.com.

Instructions for recovery through DiskDigger:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Run a full scan (requires root permissions for deep search).
3. Filter the results by file type: select Audio →.amr/.mp3.
4. Save the files found on SD-map.

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Important: The fewer memory operations you have done after deleting, the better your chances of recovery are. Do not install new apps or record video/photos before you try to recover.

⚠️ Note: Recovery apps may store copies of your data on their servers. Check the privacy policy before using it (for example, DiskDigger offers the option to not submit reports in the settings).

5. Set up automatic call recording

If you want all conversations recorded automatically, follow these steps:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Go to Settings. → Recording of conversations.
3. Turn on the option to record automatically.
4. Choose which calls to record: 📞 All incoming and outgoing 📥 Only incoming 📤 Only outgoing 🔒 Only from selected contacts

Internal memory.

SD-map

Redmi 8 Pro with MIUI 12.5+ has a Notify the other person about the recording option, which adds a voice message to the beginning of the conversation (for example, "This conversation is recorded"), which will help avoid legal problems.

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Automatically recording conversations drains the battery 5 to 10 percent faster, and if autonomy is important, turn it off for minor contacts.

If you don't have Record Conversations in your settings, your version of MIUI doesn't support it.

• 📲 Install an alternative call app (such as Truecaller or Google Phone).
• 🔄 Update your firmware to the latest version (check in Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).

6. Third-party applications for recording and storing conversations

If the built-in MIUI tools don't suit you, consider third-party solutions.The best options for the Redmi 8 Pro:

When installing third-party applications:

1. Provide all necessary permissions (microphone, access to calls, storage).
2. In the application settings, select the recording format (MP3 takes up more space, but better in quality).
3. Set up automatic email or cloud posting (e.g. Google Drive).

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. Cube) ACR) may conflict with MIUI Optimizations. If records are broken, turn off optimization in Settings → Special facilities → Delete MIUI Optimizations (requires unlocking the bootloader).

7. Alternative methods: recording via second phone or computer

If the software methods do not work, you can record the conversation by external means:

• 📱 Second phone: Put it next to you and turn on the recorder (like Voice recording on another Xiaomi).
• 💻 Computer: Connect Redmi 8 Pro to USB In File Transfer mode and use Audacity to record sound from the microphone.
• 🎧 Headset with recording: some Bluetooth headsets (for example, Sony) WH-1000XM4) have a built-in dictaphone.

For recording via computer:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
2. Enable File Transfer (MTP) mode in the notification curtain.
3. Launch Audacity and select Stereo Mix or microphone as your sound source.
4. Start recording before the call.

The downside of this method is lower sound quality and the need to synchronize the two devices, but it is guaranteed to work even on custom firmware or if the system recording is disabled.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Redmi 8 Pro