How to turn on the recorder on Xiaomi Redmi 9 during a call: 5 proven ways

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 9 can be required in a variety of situations, from fixing important business agreements to saving memories of conversations with loved ones. However, standard features of MIUI are not always obvious, and some features depend on the firmware version and regional restrictions. In this article, we will discuss all the working methods of activating a voice recorder right during a call, from built-in tools to third-party solutions with legal nuances.

The Redmi 9 (M2003J15SC/M2003J15SS) feature is that Xiaomi periodically changes the location of the recording options depending on the MIUI version (12, 13 or 14). For example, in some builds the feature is hidden in the Special Features menu, and in others it is integrated directly into the Phone application. We tested all the options on current firmware and collected universal instructions that will work even if your smartphone does not support standard recording.

1. Standard voice recorder in the application "Phone": where to look for the recording button

The easiest way is to use the built-in recording feature in the Phone app, but it's not available in all regional versions of MIUI.

1. Open the phone app and make a call.
2. During the conversation, pay attention to the screen – if the feature is active, you’ll see a microphone icon or red circle in the bottom control panel.
3. Click on the icon, the recording will begin. Re-click will stop it, and the file will be saved in the Record folder (access via the Dictaphone application).

If the button is not there, it means that:

• 📱 Your version. MIUI It does not support function (often found in European assemblies because of the GDPR).
• 🔒 The function is disabled by the operator (for example, on some SIM-MTS or Beeline cards).
• 🛠️ Firmware update required (check in Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).

Important: in some versions MIUI 13/14 The recording button appears only after the first pressing of three points (⋮) In the upper right corner of the call screen, if it's not there, then proceed to the following methods.

2. Alternative method: recording through the application "Dictophone"

If the built-in recording of calls is not available, you can use the standard application Recorder from Xiaomi.

Instructions:

1. Open the Dictaphone app (the microphone icon on your desktop).
2. Press the big red recording button.
3. Make or receive a call. Make sure the microphone is not covered with a finger or a cover.
4. At the end of the conversation, stop the recording in the application and save the file.

Tips for better quality:

• 🎧 Use headphones with a microphone – this will reduce background noise.
• 📍 Place your phone closer to the sound source (for example, the speaker if you record the person you are talking to).
• 🔇 Enable the "Do Not Disturb" mode (Settings) → Sound. → Do not disturb) so as not to interrupt the recording with notifications.

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If the recording turned out to be quiet, increase the volume of the microphone in Settings → Additional → Special features → Microphone Amplification (not available on all firmware).

Default records are saved in the folder MIUI/sound_recorder They can be played directly in the Dictaphone app or copied to a computer.

3. Recording conversations via Google Drive: a cloud solution

Few people know, but Google Drive has a built-in audio recording feature that is great for recording conversations, and the advantage of the method is automatic backups in the cloud and the ability to listen from any device.

How to set up:

1. Install Google Drive from the Play Market if it is not already installed.
2. Open the application, click on the icon "+" (create) → Record the sound.
3. Start recording, then make or receive a call, and the sound will be recorded through the microphone.
4. When finished, save the file – it will automatically upload to your cloud.

Pros of the method:

• ☁️ Automatic synchronization with Google account.
• 🔍 The ability to search by text (if you include speech recognition).
• 📱 Access from a PC, tablet or other phone.

Cons:

• 🔊 The quality of the recording depends on the microphone and the surrounding noise.
• 📶 Requires an Internet connection to upload files to the cloud.

4. Third-party applications for recording calls: TOP-3 verified versions

If the standard methods don't work, specialized applications come to the rescue, and we tested dozens of programs and selected the three most reliable ones for Redmi 9:

Important: Before installing, check the permissions of the application.

• 📞 Access to calls (for recording).
• 📁 Access to memory (to save files).
• 🎤 Access to the microphone (if recording is through it).

Check the Android version (should be at least 9.0)

Disable battery optimization for the app

Allow auto-start in MIUI settings

Create an exception for the application in "Protect Memory"-->

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. Cube) ACR) They may be in conflict with energy saving functions. MIUI. If the recording is interrupted, add the application to the exceptions: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → Select applications → Find a recorder. → Turn off optimization.

5 Manually enabling hidden recording function in MIUI (for advanced)

In some Xiaomi firmware, the call recording function is hidden, but it can be activated through an engineering menu or ADB-This method is suitable for users with root rights or unlocked bootloader.

Instructions for MIUI 12/13:

1. Turn on Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC, install it. ADB Tools and execute command: adb shell settings put global call_recording_support 1
4. Reboot the phone. After that, the phone application should have a recording button.

For MIUI 14, the path may be different:

adb shell settings put secure call_recording_enabled 1

Important: This method does not work on all firmware versions and can cause the call module to malfunction. Before executing commands, back up your data via Settings → Additional → Backup.

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Use of the ADB-commands require an unlocked bootloader or root rights. Without them, changes will not be applied, and the system can return the standard settings after restarting.

Legal aspects: can conversations be recorded without consent

Before using a recorder, it is important to understand the legal implications, and in most countries, recording conversations is regulated by data and privacy laws.

Basic rules:

• 🇷🇺 In Russia, recording a conversation is allowed if you are a participant (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation), however, the use of the recording in court or public broadcast requires the consent of the interlocutor.
• 🇺🇦 In Ukraine, recording without consent is prohibited (Article 307 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine), except when it is necessary to protect their rights.
• 🇪🇺 There are strict rules in EU countries GDPR — recording without notice is considered a violation.
• 🇺🇸 In the United States, laws vary by state: some (for example, California) require the consent of all participants in a conversation.

Recommendations:

• 📢 Always notify the person about the recording (for example: “The conversation is recorded to fix the agreements").
• 📝 Keep a consent log if the recording is for work purposes.
• 🚫 Do not distribute records unnecessarily - this could lead to legal action.

⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. Germany, France), even storing a recording of a conversation without consent is considered illegal.If you use the recordings for business, consult a lawyer about the rules for storing and processing such data.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Redmi 9