How to take a screenshot on Android Xiaomi: all the ways for Redmi, POCO and Mi

Screenshots on Xiaomi smartphones are not just about saving the screen, but an arsenal of tools for work, learning and communication. Depending on the model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 Pro, Mi 13 Ultra) and the firmware version of MIUI, there are up to 7 different ways to take screenshots. But many users still use only the standard button combination, without even knowing the existence of gestures, voice commands or the scroll function of long pages.

In this article, we will look at all the current methods, from classic to hidden, that work even on older devices (Redmi 4X, Mi A1). Particular attention will be paid to common errors: why the screenshot is not saved, how to change the format from.png to.jpg, and what to do if the picture turns out to be black.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

It is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of the MIUI version (even on MIUI 14 and HyperOS).

1. Open the screen you want to save.
2. Press the power button and the volume down button at the same time.
3. Hold for 1-2 seconds until you hear the shutter sound (or see the animation).

⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) Button sensitivity may require longer pressing. If the screenshot didn't work the first time, try holding the combination up to 3 seconds.

Make sure the screen is not locked.

Turn off Do Not Disturb (it can block shutter sound)

Check the space in memory (minimum 50 MB)

Close applications with screenshot protection (banks, messengers with secret chats)-->

Where to look for a finished shot? By default, screenshots are saved to the DCIM → Screenshots or Pictures → Screenshots folder. On MIUI 14 and later, you can change the save path in the gallery settings.

2. Three-finger gesture - quick screenshot without buttons

The screenshot gesture feature was introduced in MIUI 9 and has since become one of the most popular, allowing you to take a screenshot with a simple movement of your hand without pressing physical buttons. Here's how to turn it on:

1. Go to Settings → Additional functions → Gestures.
2. Select the screenshot with three fingers.
3. Activate the switch and read the motion hint.

Now, to take a screenshot, swipe your fingers from top to bottom across the screen.

• 👆 The movement should be smooth (sharp conduction may not work).
• 📱 It only works on an unlocked screen.
• ⚙️ In some models (POCO X3 Pro) gesture deactivated by default.

The advantage of this method is speed, for example, in games (Genshin Impact, PUBG Mobile) or when watching videos, you don't need to look for buttons, but be careful: casual touch can lead to unwanted screenshots.

3. Scrolling screenshot (long page)

If you want to save an entire chat in Telegram, a long web page or an in-app list, a standard screenshot won't do. Xiaomi has Scrolling (or Advanced Screenshot) for this. It's available on all devices with MIUI 10 and up.

How to use:

1. Take a regular screenshot in any way (buttons or gestures).
2. Immediately after the thumbnail appears at the bottom of the screen, click on it.
3. In the editor that opens, tap the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait for the automatic scroll of the screen and press Ready.

⚠️ Note: The feature does not work in some applications with dynamic content (for example, TikTok, Instagram Reels.

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If the screenshot is cut, try to enable the option “Debugging by” in the developer settings. USB" And try again. This sometimes helps stabilize the function.

4. Voice Screenshot (Google Assistant and XiaoAI)

If you have busy hands or touch buttons, you can take a screenshot with a voice command, either Google Assistant or XiaoAI (available on Chinese firmware).

Method 1: Google Assistant

• 🗣️ Say, OK, Google, take a screenshot".
• 📱 Hold the Home button (on older models) and say the command.

Method 2: XiaoAI (for Chinese firmware)

• 🔊 Activate the assistant with a double press of the power button.
• 🗣️ Say, "" (XiaoAI, take a screenshot).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro), voice screenshots may not work in limited-enabled games or applications (e.g., banking software).

5. Screenshot via notification panel (quick settings)

Few people know, but Xiaomi can add a screenshot button to the Quick Settings panel, which is convenient if you often take screenshots and do not want to remember gestures or button combinations.

How to set up:

1. Open the notification panel (swipe from top to bottom).
2. Click on the icon. ⚙️ (Edit).
3. Find a screenshot in the list and drag it to the active area.
4. Press Ready.

Now when swiping down, it is enough to tap on the icon. 📷 Screenshot to save the current screen.This method is especially useful for users with disabilities or when using a smartphone in a case.

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The screenshot icon in the notification bar is only available on MIUI 11 and later, and on older firmware versions, it can be added through third-party apps (such as Quick Settings).

Screenshot via computer (ADB and Mi PC Suite)

If the sensor or smartphone buttons don't work, you can take a screenshot through your computer, and there are two ways to do this: with ADB (for advanced users), or through the Mi PC Suite utility.

Method 1: Mi PC Suite (Simple)

• 🖥️ Download and install Mi. PC Suite.
• 📱 Connect your smartphone to USB (Turn on the debugging. USB developer-setting).
• 📷 In the program, select the Screenshots tab and click Take a picture.

Method 2: ADB (for experienced)

adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png


adb pull /sdcard/screen.png C:\Screenshots\

This command saves a screenshot directly to your PC. Read more about setting up ADB in the FAQ.

7 Hidden features: screenshot in safe mode and without sound

Xiaomi has some non-obvious features related to screenshots:

• 🔇 Silent Mode: If the shutter sound interferes, turn it off in Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Systemic sounds → Screenshot sound.
• 🛡️ Safe Mode: Screenshots in this mode are saved to a separate folder Safe_mode_screenshots and not available to third-party applications.
• 📲 Double screenshot: Some models (Mi 13) can take two pictures in a row, holding the thumbnail after the first screenshot.

Important: On devices with HyperOS (the new firmware from Xiaomi), the path to the folder with screenshots changed to Internal Storage → MIUI → Screenshot. This applies to models in 2026 (Xiaomi 14, Redmi K70).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi