How to listen to a recorded call on Xiaomi: official and hidden ways

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature that helps you capture important details of negotiations, confirm agreements or simply save memorable conversations. However, many users face the problem of where these records are stored and how to play them if the standard Calls app does not show them in the expected place. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to access records, from official MIUI tools to hidden folders and third-party utilities.

It’s important to understand that the ability to record calls depends on the firmware version, device model, and regional constraints. For example, on some Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5 devices, the feature may be disabled by default due to legal regulations. We’ll look at workarounds and alternative solutions that work even on the latest versions of MIUI 15 and Android 14.

1. Standard method: Calls app

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Calls app, which shows recorded conversations in a special section, but not everyone knows where to look.

1. Open the Calls app** on the home screen or menu.
2. Tap it on three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Call Records.
3. If there is no item, check the History tab and find the microphone icon next to the contact you want.

On some models (such as Xiaomi 13T or Redmi K60), records may be hidden behind an extra swipe to the left in the call history. If the partition is empty but you are sure that the recording was being made, the reasons may be as follows:

• 📱 No permission to write: check the settings of the application in Settings → Annexes → Calls. → Permits.
• 🔇 The function is disabled: in some regions (for example, the EU) recording of calls is blocked by law.
• 🗑️ Auto-cleaning: in MIUI Automatic deletion of old records can be enabled (check in Settings) → Memory. → Cleanup).

⚠️ Attention: On devices with Android 12+ Google has restricted access to call records through API. If you use a third-party dialer (like Truecaller), the records can be saved in its own folder.

2. Search for records in the file manager

If the records are not displayed in the Calls app, they can be found manually through the file manager. By default, MIUI stores the audio files in a hidden folder, the path to which depends on the firmware version.

• 📁 /sdcard/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ — old-form MIUI (before 12.5).
• 📁 /sdcard/Recordings/Call/ — for new devices (Xiaomi) 14, Redmi Note 13 etc.).
• 📁 /sdcard/Android/media/com.android.providers.media/ — If the recordings are made via Google Drive.

To see the hidden folders:

1. Open Files** (standard Xiaomi manager).
2. Tap it on three points (⋮) → Settings → Enable Showing Hidden Files.
3. Go to one of these paths and find files with the.amr or.mp3 extension.

Check if the entry is included in the dialer settings

Make sure there was a microphone icon during the call.

Try searching for files (keyword "call")

Update the Calls app on Google Play-->

If there are no folders at all, maybe the records are saved to the cloud. Check Settings → Xiaomi Account → Cloud → Backups. Sometimes the files are automatically synced to Mi Cloud but not displayed locally.

3.Use of secret codes and engineering menus

For advanced users, there is a way to access records through an engineering menu, which doesn't work on all models, but it can help if standard paths don't work. Importantly, the wrong actions on the engineering menu can disrupt the phone.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code ##4636## (some devices may require #847###).
2. Select Usage statistics → App ops.
3. Search the listing for com.android.server.telecom and check the recording permissions.

If this path didn’t work, try an alternative code to access call logs:

##2663##

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14+ The engineering menu can be blocked. ADB-5 Do not change the settings unless you are sure of their purpose!

Yes, for diagnostics.

Yes, to unlock the features.

No, I'm afraid to break my phone.

No, I didn't know he existed.-->

4. Recovering deleted call records

If the records were deleted accidentally or after resetting, you can try to restore them using specialized utilities. Note that the chances of success depend on how long it has been since the deletion and how actively the device memory was used.

Recommended programmes:

• 🛠️ DiskDigger (there is a free version) – scans internal memory for audio files.
• 🔍 Recuva (requires root access) - restores files by signatures.
• 📱 GT Recovery (for Android) – Supports recovery of call records in.amr format.

The recovery algorithm:

1. Install the selected application from Google Play.
2. Select the file type to search for: Audio or Call Records.
3. Start a deep scan (can take up to 30 minutes).
4. Save the files found to the cloud or PC.

If the records were deleted long ago and the device’s memory was actively used, the chances of recovery are minimal, in which case only a backup (if it was created) will help.

5. ADB-commands to access records (for experienced ones)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try extracting records using the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting your phone to a PC and basic command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times according to version, then go back to Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
3. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (macOS/Linux) and type in: adb shell ls /sdcard/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ (If the folder exists, you will see a list of files).
4. Copy files on PC: Adb pull /sdcard/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ C:\Call_Records\

If the folder call_rec empty, try alternative ways:

adb shell ls /sdcard/Recordings/Call/


adb shell ls /data/user/0/com.android.server.telecom/files/

⚠️ Attention: Teams with access to /data/ They require root rights. Without them, you'll get a Permission denied error. Don't try to get around the restrictions, it could cause the device to reset.

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If ADB does not recognize the device, update the Xiaomi drivers through the official website or use the Mi PC Suite utility.

6.Alternative applications for recording calls

If the built-in Xiaomi feature is not satisfied (for example, due to the lack of recording or poor sound quality), you can use third-party applications. They offer additional features: cloud storage, speech-to-text transcription, recording format selection.

Top.-3 apps:

• 🎤 Cube Call Recorder ACR — Records both ends of a conversation (requires audio source settings).
• 📱 Call Recorder by Lovekesh – Simple interface, support MIUI.
• ☁️ Automatic Call Recorder – Automatic uploading of records in Google Drive.

How to set up Cube Call Recorder ACR:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. In the settings, select the Record Source → Voice Call.
3. Activate the option to record automatically.
4. In the Save folder section, specify /sdcard/CallRecords/.

Important: Some applications may conflict with the built-in MIUI dialer. If the records are no longer saved after installation, try:

• Turn off the built-in recording in Settings → Calls → Call recording.
• Add the application to the AutoRun list (Settings → Applications → AutoRun).
• Clear the cache of the Calls app (Settings → Apps → Calls → Storage).

7. Problems and Solutions: Why Calls Are Not Recorded

If the call recording doesn't work at all, the reasons could be both software and hardware, and let's look at typical scenarios and how to fix them.

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 🔄 Firmware updates: in the latest versions MIUI fixing the recording bugs.
• 📱 Regional settings: on some models (for example, for the Indian market), the recording is blocked at the firmware level.
• 🛠️ Integrity of microphone: if recording is not conducted even through third-party applications, the bottom microphone may be defective (diagnosis is required in the service).

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On devices with MIUI 14/15 and Android 13/14, built-in call recording may be limited due to Google's policy, with the alternative being using VoIP-enabled apps or recording via an external voice recorder.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls to Xiaomi