Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to save important information from a phone conversation, whether it is a business agreement or order confirmation. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro model with a storage capacity of 128 GB, the file storage system is organized logically, but has its own features due to the MIUI shell. Understanding the structure of directories allows you to quickly find the right audio recordings without using third-party software.
By default, the built-in voice recorder and call recorder feature use standard system folders that can be accessed through any file manager. However, after Android updates, the paths to system files may change, which causes confusion among users. In this article, we will take a detailed look at all possible locations where your audio file may be stored, and explain how to set up automatic recording for future calls.
Standard path to files through file manager
The easiest way to detect a recorded conversation is to use the built-in Explorer app. The Redmi Note 10 Pro uses Xiaomi’s file manager by default, which has easy access to system partitions. You need to open the application and go to the Audio or Records category, where the system itself aggregates all the audio files in the device’s memory.
If you prefer manual file management, you'll need to follow a specific path in the root directory. Usually, phone records made through the standard call interface are stored in a folder. MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec. This is where the files are in the format.m4a.aac, which is played by most media players.
It’s worth noting that some firmware versions may have slightly different paths, especially if cloud sync was enabled or default settings were changed, so it’s worth checking the Sounds or Recordings folder in internal storage. Files are often sorted by date of creation, so the most recent entries will be at the end or beginning of the list depending on the sorting settings.
- 📁 Open the “Conductor” app on the main screen.
- 📂 Go to the section "Internal Storage).
- 🔍 Find the file. MIUI, later sound_recorder and call_rec.
- ▶️ Click on the file to listen to or share it.
⚠️ WARNING: When cleaning the system cache or using memory acceleration features, files from temporary buffers can be deleted, so regularly copy important conversations to the cloud or computer.
Set up automatic call recording
To avoid looking for a record button during an important conversation, the Redmi Note 10 Pro can activate the automatic recording function, which is especially useful for lawyers, sales managers or in situations where you need to lock every incoming connection, the setting is done directly in the Phone application, which is the system component of the MIUI shell.
To activate the mode, open Phone, click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings. Then go to Call Record. Here you will see the Automatic Call Record switch, and once activated, you can choose whether to record all calls or only certain numbers from the contact list or unknown numbers.
It is important to note that when you turn on automatic recording, the interlocutor may hear a characteristic click or voice warning about the start of recording, depending on the regional settings and the firmware version. Also make sure that there is enough free space on your Redmi Note 10 Pro, as long conversations in high quality can take up a significant amount of memory.
☑️ Auto-recording setup
After the function is enabled, the system will start saving each conversation to the same directory. MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec. You can turn off this option at any time or add exceptions for specific contacts so as not to record personal conversations with loved ones.
Using the Dictophone app for manual recordings
In addition to automatic call recording, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro also has a powerful Dictator app that allows you to record while you talk manually if you forget to turn on the automatic mode or want to record only part of the dialogue.
Usually, the handheld recorder files are on the way. MIUI/sound_recorder subfoldless call_rec. The application interface allows you to mark important points in the record, add tags and even convert speech into text (the function depends on the language and version). MIUI). This makes the tool versatile for creating voice notes and interviews.
When exporting a record from the Dictator app, you can send a file via instant messengers, mail, or save it to cloud storage.The file format generally remains unchanged (.m4a), which ensures compatibility with PCs and other smartphones.
| Type of record | The way to preserve | File format | Annex |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic. | /MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec | .m4a / .aac | Phone. |
| Manual (bell) | /MIUI/sound_recorder | .m4a | Dictaphone |
| Voice note | /MIUI/sound_recorder | .m4a | Dictaphone |
| Screencast with sound | /MIUI/screen_recorder | .mp4 | Screencaste |
⚠️ Note: Do not delete files directly through your computer without a pre-copy, as this may disrupt the indexing of the media database on your smartphone and records will no longer appear in the call list.
Search for records through a computer and USB-cable
So, to sort through a large archive of conversations, it's most convenient to connect the Redmi Note 10 Pro to a computer. USB-cable select file transfer mode (MTP). In My Computer, a device will appear, the internal memory of which will be available as a regular disk.
Navigating folders on Windows or macOS is the same as the structure described above. You can copy the entire folder. call_rec It's a hard drive for archiving, and this is especially true for the model c. 128 GB memory where you can store thousands of hours of audio without losing system performance.
Use file extension search if you've lost your way. In the Windows Explorer search bar, type in.m4a or.aac, and the system will show all the audio files. Pay attention to the date of the change to find the right conversation.
Problems with access and application rights
Modern versions of Android (11, 12, 13 and above) have increased security requirements, which restricts applications from accessing the file system. If you use a third-party recorder instead of a system one, it may not see Xiaomi folders or be allowed to write to them.
To solve this problem, you need to give the application special permissions. Go to Settings → Applications → All applications, find your recorder, select Permissions and enable access to Memory or Files and Media. Without this step, the recording can begin, but the file will not be saved.
Also worth checking the battery settings. MIUI aggressively saves energy and can kill the recording process in the background. In the application settings, find Activity Control and select No Limits so that the recording is not interrupted when the screen is off.
- 🔋 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
- 🎙️ Find an app to record calls.
- ⚡ Select “Activity Control» → «No restrictions».
- 🔒 Check the access rights to the microphone and memory.
⚠️ Warning: Third-party call recording apps may stop working after Google Phone update or MIUI In such cases, system recording remains the only stable option.
Synchronization with the Mi Cloud
To protect records from loss when your phone breaks or accidentally deletes, Xiaomi offers Mi Cloud. owners of Redmi Note 10 Pro can set up automatic folder synchronization with records.
Go to Settings → Mi Account → Mi Cloud. Search for “Dictorphone” or “Sound Record” and activate sync. Now your recordings will be available from any device that logs in to your account, including the web version of the cloud on your computer.
Note that free storage is limited (usually 5GB).If you record many hours of conversations, the space can run out quickly, in which case consider buying extra space or manually uploading archives to your PC.