How to find and listen to the recording of calls on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9: official and hidden methods

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 is one of the most popular mid-range smartphones, but the feature of recording conversations in it is not obvious. Many users face the problem: the call is recorded, but where to find the file and how to open it? In this article, we will analyze all possible ways, from standard MIUI tools to third-party applications and restore deleted records.

It is important to understand that the ability to record calls depends on the firmware version, regional restrictions and operator settings. For example, in some countries, recording conversations is prohibited by law, and MIUI automatically blocks this feature. We will look at the legal methods that work on most versions of the Redmi Note 9 (including MIUI 12/13/14).

If you’ve never turned on a conversation record, first check if this option is activated in your phone’s settings. Without pre-setting, no files will be created — even if you pressed the record button during the call.

1 Where are the calls recorded on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9

By default, record files are stored in the device’s internal memory along the way:

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/

Or in an alternate folder (depending on the MIUI version):

/storage/emulated/0/Recordings/CallRecord/

The files are.amr or.mp3 and are named by pattern: CallRecord_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS_XXXXXXXXXXX.amr, where XXXXXXXXXXX — If the file name does not contain the number, it will be replaced by an unknown number.

To see hidden folders (such as MIUI), turn on the display of hidden files in any file manager. In the standard application Files from Xiaomi, this is done as follows:

1. Open the Files app.
2. Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → "Settings".
3. Activate the "Show hidden files" switch.

⚠️ Attention: If the folder call_rec It's empty, but you're sure it was recorded, check the settings of the Dictator app (about it below), and it's possible that the files are saved elsewhere or automatically deleted after a certain time.

2. How to enable call recording in a standard application

Redmi Note 9 uses the built-in Sound Recorder app to record conversations, but some firmware has disabled this feature by default to activate it:

• 📱 Open the Phone app and go to the Recent tab".
• 🔧 Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → "Settings" → "Recording calls".
• 🎤 Turn on the "Record Calls" switch and select the mode: "All Calls" - recording incoming and outgoing; "Only Selected" - manual selection of contacts; "Disabled" - no recording is conducted.
• 💾 Specify the storage source: "Internal memory" or "SD-map” (if supported).

If you don't have Call Record in your settings, your MIUI version doesn't support this out of the box feature, in which case you'll need to use third-party apps (section 4) or update your firmware.

An important caveat: on some versions of the Redmi Note 9 (such as those with global firmware for the EU), call recording may be blocked due to legal restrictions, in which case a notification will appear when you try to enable the feature: "Call recording is not available in your region."

3. How to listen to a recording through the standard Dictator application

If the recording was conducted through built-in tools, you can listen to it in two ways:

1. Using the Phone app: Open "Recent Calls" and find a recorded conversation (there will be an icon next to it). 🎤). Tap the tape. → The replay will start automatically.

Through the Dictator app:

• Start the "Dictophone" (Mic icon).
• Go to the "Records" tab" → "Calls".
• Select the desired file and click "Play".

In the application "Dictophone" additional functions are available:

• 📤 Export – sending a record via messengers or saving to the cloud;
• ✂️ Cutting – Removing unnecessary fragments;
• 🔊 Increased volume – if the interlocutor spoke quietly;
• 🗑️ Removal – with recovery within 30 days (if basket is included).

⚠️ Note: If the record is not played back, check the file format. MIUI They save.amr records, which may not be supported by some players. VLC or convert the file into.mp3 via online services.

The record file exists in the folder call_rec|

The file format is supported by your player |

You have sufficient permissions to access the file (no MIUI restrictions) |

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4. Third-party applications for recording and listening to calls

If the standard Redmi Note 9 tools are not satisfied (for example, due to lack of function or poor recording quality), you can use third-party applications.

Before installing a third-party application:

1. Check the reviews – some programs don’t work on MIUI 14 due to system limitations.
2. Configure permissions: access to microphone, storage and call log.
3. Test recording on a short call – some apps only record your voice (due to Android restrictions).

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If the app doesn’t record the voice of the person you’re talking to, try turning on speaker mode during the conversation, which often solves the problem on Xiaomi smartphones.

5. How to recover deleted call records

If you accidentally delete a record, you can try to restore it, and success depends on how long it has been since it was deleted, and whether the phone's memory was used after that.

• 🗑️ The box in the application "Dictophon": Open "Dictophon" → "The "basket" (dumpster icon) deleted files are stored there for 30 days.
• 🔍 Recovery software: Use DiskDigger, Recuva (on PC) or Dumpster (on a shopping cart application). Efficiency: up to 70% when recovering in 1-2 days.
• 🖥️ Backup copies MIUI: If cloud redundancy is enabled (Settings) → Xiaomi account → Cloud. → Backup, check the archives.

The following is a step-by-step guide for DiskDigger (Android):

1. Install DiskDigger from Google Play.
2. Select "Full Scan" (requires root permissions for deep search).
3. Mark the file types: Audio (AMR, MP3).
4. Wait until the scan is completed (it can take 10 to 30 minutes).
5. Find the file by date/time and restore it.

⚠️ Warning: Don't save recovered files to the same drive from which they were deleted! Use the cloud or external SD-map to avoid overwriting data.

6. Solving Call Recording Problems

If the record is not working or files are not saved, check the following points:

If the problem is not solved, reset the settings of the application "Phone" and "Dictophone":

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the phone and the recorder, tap each.
3. Select "Storage" → "Clear Data" and "Reset Settings".
4. Reboot the phone.

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On the Redmi Note 9 with Android 11+, recording calls through third-party apps may require special microphone permissions to be enabled in call mode. This is done through Settings → Special Access → Recording sound (not available on all firmware).

7. Legal aspects of call recording

Before recording conversations, make sure that it does not violate local law. Most countries have the following rules:

• 🇷🇺 Russia: It is allowed to record calls without notifying the interlocutor if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation), however, using the record in court requires proof of its reliability.
• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Recording is allowed only with the consent of the second participant (Article 317 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine), except for the fixation of facts of extortion or threats.
• 🇪🇺 EU: Most countries (Germany, France) require notification of the recording, Spain and Italy – prohibited without consent.
• 🇺🇸 U.S.: Laws vary by state, 12 states (e.g. California) require consent from all participants in a conversation.

If you plan to use the record for legal purposes (such as for a court), follow the following guidelines:

• Save the original file without editing.
• Record the date and time of the recording (they must match the operator’s data).
• If necessary, certify the record with a notary.

⚠️ Note: Distributing a recording of a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor (for example, in social networks) may be considered a violation of the right to privacy and entail a fine or legal action.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9