Where to look for recorded conversations in Xiaomi: all ways with pictures

Have you recorded an important phone call on Xiaomi but can't find the file? Or accidentally pressed the record button during a call and now you don't know where the audio went? In this article, we'll look at all the possible storage locations for recorded conversations on Redmi, Poco and Mi smartphones, from a standard voice recorder to hidden system folders.

The problem is that, depending on the version MIUI, The way the files are accessed, the way they're written (automatic, manual, third-party) and the way they're written, they can be accessed differently. MIUI 14/15 Android 13/14, and also took into account the features of popular models - from Redmi Note 12 before Xiaomi's flagships 14.

Important: If you used a hidden call record (without notifying the other person), the file can be stored in a secure folder - read about this in the section on system directories. MIUI, Check cloud services – sometimes files are automatically synced to Mi Cloud.

1. Xiaomi standard voice recorder: where 90% of users are looking

The most obvious place is the Dictophone app, which is pre-installed on all Xiaomi smartphones and stores the entries to the folder by default. /storage/emulated/0/Recorder.

To find the recorded conversation:

• 📱 Open the Dictophone app (if you don’t find it, check the Other Apps folder in the menu).
• 🔍 In the top row of the search, enter the keyword (for example, the name of the interlocutor or the date).
• 📁 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → «Folders» → Select "Calls" (if any).
• ☁️ Check the Cloud tab if sync with Mi Cloud is enabled.

If the recorder is empty, but you definitely recorded the conversation, check:

• 🗑️ Recycle Bin tab (files are stored there for 30 days).
• 🔄 Recorder settings: Records may be automatically archived (path: Settings) → Archiving).
• 📱 folder /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder — Here are the records on the old versions. MIUI.

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If the recorder does not open, try clearing its cache: Settings → Annexes → Dictaphone → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

2. Automatic call recording: where MIUI hides files

Many Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ POCO F5) They support automatic call recording, but not everyone knows where these files are stored:

• 📞 folder /storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings (for MIUI 12 newer).
• 📁 folder /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/call_rec (older).
• ☁️ Mi Cloud → «Call records” (if synchronization is enabled).

To enable automatic recording (if disabled):

1. Open the phone app.
2. Press three points. → «Settings» → «Call recording».
3. Select “Record Automatically” and specify numbers (or “All Calls”).
4. Set the sound source to either “My Voice Only” or “Both Voices” (some models require root to record both voices).

⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. the EU), recording calls without notifying the interlocutor is prohibited by law.

3. Hidden system folders: where to go MIUI shifting

If you don't find records in either the recorder or the CallRecordings folder, check the hidden system directories. MIUI Some files are automatically moved to secure folders, especially if:

• 🔒 You used incognito mode to record.
• 📱 You have a global firmware installed (for example, MIUI Global, where the paths differ from the Chinese version.
• 🔄 The phone has recently been updated – sometimes files are duplicated into temporary folders.

Where to look:

To see the hidden folders:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and use a file manager (such as Total Commander).
2. Enable the display of hidden files: in "Conductor» (MIUI) press three points → «Settings» → «Show hidden files».
3. Use the adb command to access system folders (developer mode enabled): adb shell ls /data/user/0/com.android.dialer/files/

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4. Cloud services: Mi Cloud and Google Drive

If the phone is synced, the records could automatically be uploaded to the cloud.

1.Mi Cloud (main storage for Xiaomi):

• 🌐 Go to i.mi.com or open the “Mi Cloud” app on your phone.
• 📁 Go to the section "Records" or "Dictophon" (the name depends on the version). MIUI).
• 🔍 Use date search – sometimes files are called random character sets (e.g., a random set of characters, rec_20260515_143022.aac).

2. Google Drive (if you use backup):

• 📁 Open Google Drive → section “Backups».
• 🔎 Type:audio – This will show all audio files.
• 📱 Check the backups folder» → «Xiaomi» → «Recorder».

⚠️ Note: If you delete a record from your phone but it is saved in Mi Cloud, you have 30 days to recover it from the cloud basket.

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5. Third-party applications: Cube ACR, Call Recorder and others

If you are using a third-party application rather than a standard voice recorder (e.g. Cube Call Recorder) ACR, Call Recorder by Lovekush or Boldbeast, the paths to the files will be different:

If you have deleted the app but the records are:

1. Install it again – sometimes files are restored.
2. Check the folder. /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/[name-packet]/files/ (for example, for Cube ACR It's com.cube.callrecorder).
3. Use a file manager with a file type search function (e.g, FX File Explorer to find everything.mp3,.amr or.aac.

⚠️ Warning: Some call recording apps (e.g. Boldbeast) require you to turn off battery optimization in settings MIUI, Otherwise, the recording may be interrupted:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the Dictator App → «Battery limitations» → «No restrictions».
3. Enable "Second Start" and "Second Launch".

Recovery of Deleted Records: What to Do If a File is Lost

If you accidentally deleted a recorded conversation, don’t despair – there are several ways to get it back:

1. Checking the basket:

• 🗑️ In the Dictophone app, open the Recycle Bin tab (files are stored there for up to 30 days).
• 📁 In The Guide» MIUI Go to the "Basket" (available on the MIUI 12 and newer).

Recovery programmes:

• 📱 DiskDigger (for Android) – scans internal memory for deleted audio files.
• 💻 Recuva or EaseUS Data Recovery (for PC) – connect your phone in File Transfer mode and scan the memory.

Backup copies MIUI:

• 🔄 If you have made backups through Settings → The phone. → Backup, restore data from the last copy.
• 📱 Backup folder: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/backup/AllBackup/.

⚠️ Note: Do not write new data to your phone after deleting a file (do not take photos, do not install apps) – this increases the chances of successful recovery. The more memory you use, the more likely the deleted file will be overwritten.

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The most reliable way to avoid losing an important record is to copy the file to the cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud) or to a PC immediately after a conversation.

7. Features of different Xiaomi models: Redmi, Poco, Mi

Depending on the smartphone model and version MIUI The paths to the records and the settings may vary. We've collected key features for popular lines:

If your model is not in the table, check:

• 📋 Version MIUI: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
• 🌍 Regional firmware: global (MIUI Global) or Chinese (MIUI China – Chinese version has more features for recording.
• 🔧 Root rights: on some models (e.g. Poco) X3 Pro) recording of both votes works only with root.

8. Alternative methods: if nothing has worked

If you have tried all the methods but never found the record, try these non-obvious solutions:

Verification of notifications:

• 📲 Open the Notifications Journal: Swipe down the screen → Keep your finger in an empty place. → press three points → «History of notifications».
• 🔍 Look for notifications from a recorder or a phone app with a mention of the record.

Search by system:

• 🔎 Use the built-in search MIUI: Swipe down the main screen. → Enter "record" or "rec».
• 📁 In "Conductor" click on the magnifying glass → Choose the Audio filter» → sort by date.

Log analysis:

• 📊 Install the Logcat Extreme app and search for the logs by keywords: recorder, call_recording, audio.
• 🔧 If you know adb, run the command to search for audio files: adb shell find /storage/emulated/0 -name ".amr" -o -name ".mp3" -o -name "*.aac"

Appeal in support of:

• 📧 Write in support of Xiaomi with the phone model, version MIUI Write time – sometimes they can help recover files from server logs.
• 🛠️ If the record is critical (e.g. for a court), contact a dedicated data recovery lab (e.g. DriveSavers or Ontrack).

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If the recording is made via the Phone app, rather than a voice recorder, try exporting the call log to the file. CSV — Sometimes there are links to audio files.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi conversation records