Screen recording on Xiaomi: all the ways for Android 12, 13 and 14

Screen recording on Xiaomi smartphones is a feature that can be used to create guides, streams, save game moments or show errors in applications. Despite its apparent simplicity, many users face problems: recording is interrupted, there is no sound, low quality or no start button at all. In this article, we will discuss all working methods for devices on MIUI 12-14 (including Redmi and POCO), as well as the nuances of setting the resolution, FPS and audio source.

It is important to understand that the recording capabilities depend on the firmware version and device model. For example, on Xiaomi 13 Pro with Android 14, 4K@60FPS is available, while on the budget Redmi 10A, the maximum resolution is limited to 720p. We tested all methods on current firmware (at the time of 2026) and identified the optimal solutions for various tasks - from fast recording without installing programs to professional capture with an external microphone.

1.Integrated screen recording in MIUI: where to look and how to set up

Most Xiaomi smartphones (starting with MIUI 11) have a built-in screen recording tool, but its location and functionality vary. On new devices (Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+), the button is placed in the Quick Settings Panel, and on older ones (Redmi 9, POCO X3) you may need to activate through a hidden menu.

To find the screen recording:

• 📱 Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
• 🔍 If there is no Screen Record button**, swipe left to open all panels or click on the pencil icon (✏️) editable.
• ⚙️ On the old versions. MIUI Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Screen recording.
• 🎤 To record sound from the microphone, hold the recording button and select the audio source.

Note that some devices (POCO F5, Redmi K60) will need to confirm the screen’s permission to record in the dialog window when they first start up. If the button is gray and inactive, check if it blocks the power saving mode or optimizes the battery for system applications.

2. Advanced settings: resolution, FPS and sound

The built-in MIUI tool allows you to flexibly configure write options, but not all users know where to look for these options.

1. Start recording the screen in the standard way (via the notification panel).
2. During recording, tap on a floating toolbar (usually in the upper right corner).
3. Select the gear icon (⚙️) or “Settings».

Available parameters (depending on the model):

On Xiaomi 13 Ultra and POCO F5 Pro, 4K@120FPS recording is available, but files take up to 1 GB in 5 minutes – make sure that the device has enough free space. If the 4K option is inactive, check if the display settings are enabled with WQHD+ mode (on some models, writing at maximum resolution requires activation of this mode).

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Before recording the game, turn off notifications and reduce the brightness of the screen – this will reduce the load on the processor and prevent lags.

3.Why screen recording doesn't work: 7 frequent issues

If the built-in tool refuses to start or the recording is terminated, the reasons can be both software and hardware.

• 🚫 Grey Record button: Check if Incognito Mode is enabled in Settings → On some firmware, it blocks system tools.
• 🔊 No audio in the recording: Make sure the recording settings select System Sound or Microphone. On Android 12+ You may need to have audio recording permission for Screen Recorder.
• 📱 Recording is interrupted after 3-5 minutes: This is a restriction MIUI to save battery. Disable Battery Optimization for the write application in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Screen Recorder.
• 🎮 Lags when recording games: Reduce the resolution to 720p and FPS Up to 30. Also close the background apps through Settings → Annexes → Cleanup.

On Android 13/14 devices (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G), there may be a “failed to start recording” error due to a conflict with Google Play Protection.

1. Open Settings → Google → Security.
2. Turn off the device scan for malware.
3. Reboot your smartphone and try again.

4.The Best Third-Party Screen Recording Apps

If the built-in tools are not satisfied (for example, there is no recording of system sound on Redmi). 9A), We'll look at alternative applications. 10 programs and selected the top-3 with regard to compatibility with MIUI:

• 🥇 AZ Screen Recorder: ✅ Recording sound from microphone and speakers (on Android 10)+) ✅ No watermarks. ✅ Video editor built in ⚠️ Nana MIUI 14 may require permission through ADB
• 🥈 DU Recorder: ✅ Support 1080p@60FPS even on budget models. ✅ Streaming on YouTube/Twitch ⚠️ Advertising in the free version
• 🥉 Mobizen Screen Recorder: ✅ Low battery consumption ✅ Recording from a webcam (for reactions) ⚠️ Registration is required to remove limits

To install AZ Screen Recorder on MIUI 14 with system audio recording:

Install the app from Google Play|Put the debugging on. USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (slip 7 once)|Connect your phone to your PC and run adb shell appops set com.hecorat.screenrecorder.free android:record_audio allowed|Reset the device-->

Attention! Third-party applications (APKs) may contain malicious code. Install programs only from Google Play or Xiaomi's official website. On Android 13+ devices, recording system sound through third-party applications can be blocked by security policies, in which case only ROOT or ADB will help.

5. Screen recording via PC: when it is needed

If you want to record a screen with the highest quality (for example, for professional editing) or on a device with a damaged display, connect Xiaomi to your computer.

• 🖥️ PC Windows/macOS/Linux
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original)
• 🛠️ Scrcpy (free, without any free software) ROOT)

Step-by-step:

1. Download scrcpy from GitHub's official website.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → Tap 7 times → Return to Additional → For Developers).
3. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the trusted device.
4. Run scrcpy via the command line: scrcpy --bit-rate 20M --max-fps 60 --record file.mp4 where 20M is the bitrate, 60 is FPS, file.mp4 is the name of the output file.

Advantages of the method:

• 🎥 Entry in 4K limitlessly MIUI
• 🎤 Capture sound from a PC (for example, through OBS Studio)
• 🔄 No load on the phone's processor

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scrcpy is the only way to record a screen on Xiaomi with a broken display or a broken sensor.The program supports controlling the phone from the PC keyboard.

6. Optimization of recorded video: compression and editing

Screen videos often take up a lot of space – for example, 10 minutes of recording in 1080p@60FPS can weigh 1-1.5 GB. To reduce the size without loss of quality:

• 📦 Use HandBrake (PC) or Video Compress (Android) to convert to H.265 (HEVC) — It reduces the size by 40 to 50%.
• 🎬 In CapCut or KineMaster, trim unnecessary fragments and export with a bitrate of 8–12 Mbps.
• 🔊 For video without sound, convert to MP4 codeced MPEG-4 AVC — That's gonna cut the weight by 30%.

If the video is for YouTube or TikTok, follow their recommendations:

Attention! When compressing high-bitrate video (such as game videos), use two-pass coding in HandBrake. This will increase processing time, but save detail in dynamic scenes. On weak PCs (such as those with an Intel Core i3), it is better to reduce the resolution to 720p before compression.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen recording on Xiaomi