How to record a movie or video from the screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note: all working ways

Recording video from the Xiaomi Redmi Note screen is a challenge that gamers who want to save epic moments in PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact face, students recording lectures at Zoom, and just users who want to share a guide to setting up a smartphone. Despite its apparent simplicity, the screencasting feature in MIUI has nuances, from sound limitations to resolution problems in new versions of firmware. In this article, we will examine 5 proven ways to record the screen – from standard tools to professional applications with support for 4K and external microphone.

The Redmi Note (including the Note 10 Pro, Note 11S, Note 12) features a built-in screen recording feature, but its features vary depending on the version of MIUI. For example, MIUI 13/14 has its speakers turned off by default, and MIUI 12.5 does not have the front camera recording option, and we tested all methods on current firmware (2026) and identified workarounds for each limitation.

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

The fastest way to start recording is to use the Quick Settings Bar, but not everyone knows that this feature can be hidden or disabled by default.

  1. Unlock the notification bar (swipe down from the top edge of the screen).
  2. Find the Screen Record icon (the icon with the circle and the dot inside). If it's not there, tap the icon. ⚙️ («Edit) and add the widget to the active panel.
  3. Start recording: a floating menu with a timer and control buttons will appear.

By default, you're recording without sound, so you can turn on the microphone or the system audio stream.

  • 🔊 Sound from the microphone: in the floating recording menu, tap the microphone icon (permission to access may be required).
  • 🎵 System sound: in Settings → Special facilities → Screen recording enable the option to record device sound (not available on all models).

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If there is no system audio recording option, try connecting headphones with a microphone – sometimes this will unlock additional audio settings.

Limitations of the built-in tool:

  • ⚠️ Maximum authorization — 1080p (Even on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ supportive 4K).
  • ⚠️ There is no option to choose a bitrate or FPS (fixed 30 frames/s).
  • ⚠️ On some firmware, the recording is interrupted after 10 minutes (reset is solved by restarting the recording).

2. Screen recording via Game Turbo: for gamers and streamers

If you're recording gameplay, MIUI has a hidden tool called Game Turbo, which is optimized for gaming, and allows you to capture video with minimal lags.

  1. Open the Settings → Applications → Game Turbo
  2. Enable the mode and add the game to the list (like Call of Duty Mobile or Free Fire).
  3. Start the game - in the upper corner will appear a floating panel with a recording button (camera icon).

The advantages of Game Turbo:

  • 🎮 Recording at 60. FPS (30 FPS standard-set).
  • 🔇 Ability to disable notifications during recording.
  • 📊 Showdown FPS and processor temperature in real time.

Important: Game Turbo only works in games. This method is not suitable for recording other applications (for example, TikTok or YouTube), and some models (Redmi Note 9 Pro and older) may not have the feature - it was removed from MIUI 14 for European firmware.

📊 What screen recording method do you use more often?
Built-in MIUI function
Game Turbo
The App (AZ Screen Recorder, etc.)
Connection to PC
I'm not recording the screen.

3 Third-Party Applications: AZ Screen Recorder, DU Recorder and Alternatives

If built-in tools are not enough, third-party applications offer advanced features: write to the 4K, We've done webcam overlays, video editing, and even streaming on YouTube or Twitch.-3 software for Redmi Note:

AnnexMax, permission.FPSSound.Features
AZ Screen Recorder4K (2160p)120 FPSMicrophone + system soundFront camera overlay, video editor, no watermark
DU Recorder2K (1440p)60 FPSJust a microphone.Built-in streaming, but there is advertising in the free version
Mobizen1080p30 FPSMicrophone + System Sound (with root)Convenient interface, but requires registration for full functionality

Instructions for setting up AZ Screen Recorder (recommended for Redmi Note):

  1. Download the app from Google Play (or APK from the official website if the Play Market is blocked).
  2. When you first start, grant permissions to Overlay over other windows and Record audio.
  3. In settings, select: 1080p or 4K resolution (if supported by the processor). Bitrate: 12–20 Mbps for balance of quality and file size. Sound source: Microphone + system sound (activation required in Settings → Additional).

Click on the floating recording button (or use the widget in the notification bar).

Close background applications (cleaner or manually)|Connect charging (recording in 4K quickly puts the battery down)|Check free space (1 minute 4K = ~300 MB)|Disable battery optimization for the application-->

Important for owners of Redmi Note 10/11: when writing in 4K at 60 FPS, the smartphone can overheat. Use a cooling stand or limit the FPS to 30 if the temperature exceeds 45 ° C.

4. Screen recording via PC: no lags and with full control

If you need to record long-form video (like streaming or online seminar) without the risk of interruption, the best way to do this is to connect the Redmi Note to your computer and use programs like OBS Studio or Vysor.

The following steps are provided for OBS Studio:

  1. Download and install OBS Studio (free) and ADB drivers for Xiaomi.
  2. On your smartphone, turn on Developer Mode (7 taps by Build Number in Settings → About Phone) and activate Debugging over USB.
  3. Connect Redmi Note to your PC via cable (preferably original) and select File Transfer (MTP) mode.
  4. In OBS Studio, add a new source – Android Device Capture (ADB) and select your smartphone.
  5. Set up the permission (recommended) 1920×1080) bitrate (8000–12000 Kbps for Full HD).

Advantages of recording via PC:

  • 🖥️ There are no restrictions on duration (you can write in hours).
  • 🎧 Full control over audio streams (PC microphone, smartphone system sound, external sources).
  • ⚡ Possibility of streaming simultaneously with recording.

⚠️ Note: When connecting via Vysor (alternative) OBS) You can have a delay of up to 1-2 seconds. OBS + ADB minimally.

5. Hidden MIUI settings: how to unlock advanced recording options

In MIUI 12-14 firmware, some screen recording functions are hidden from the user, but they can be activated through developer settings or special commands. For example, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ can enable recording of system sound without root rights:

adb shell settings put global screenrecord_sound 1

Other useful commands (executed via ADB or terminal):

  • 🔢 Adb shell settings put global settings screenrecord_bitrate 20000000 (bit-value, for example, 20000000 = 20 Mbps).
  • 🕒 Remove the time limit (10 minutes): adb shell settings put global screenrecord_time_limit 0
  • 📱 Enable touch display (useful for tutorials): adb shell settings put global show_touches 1

For the changes to take effect, restart your smartphone.These commands work on most Redmi Note models, but some firmware (e.g. MIUI Global for Europe) may require root rights.

How to check if your model supports ADB-recorder?
Open the terminal on your PC and type: adb shell settings list | grep screenrecord If the output is not empty, the commands will work. If it is empty, try an alternative method through the Shizuku app (requires Android 11+).

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even with the right settings, recording the screen on the Xiaomi Redmi Note can be accompanied by errors. We have collected typical situations and ways to fix them:

Problem.Reason.Decision
Recording ends in 10 minutes.Limit MIUI to save batteryUse it. ADB-team screenrecord_time_limit 0 third-party
No sound on the record.No permission to record audioEnable “Sound Recording” in the app settings or use OBS Studio
Video lagging or slowing downInsufficient performance or high bitrateReduce resolution to 720p or close background apps
The recording doesn't work in games.Block Game Turbo or AnticheatTurn off Game Turbo in Settings or use AZ Screen Recorder with root

If after applying all the tips, the record still does not work:

  • 🔄 Reboot your smartphone (sometimes helps to reset temporary errors) MIUI).
  • 📱 Check if the power saving mode is on (it can block background processes).
  • 🛠️ Update the firmware to the latest version (in) MIUI 14.0.5+ corrected sound recording bugs).

⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 8 Pro and older models with Mediatek Helio processor G90T recording 4K This can lead to artifacts in the image. Use maximum resolution. 1080p steady-work.

Can I record a screen with sound from speakers without root?
Yes, but with reservations. On MIUI 13/14, you need to: Use AZ Screen Recorder with the "Inner Sound Recording" option enabled (requires activation in the application settings) or connect to a PC via OBS Studio - this bypasses the limitations of Android. On Redmi Note 10 and later, the sound from the speakers is blocked at the firmware level - only root or recording via PC will help.
Where are the screen recordings on Xiaomi saved?
By default, the videos are saved to /Internal Storage/Movies/ScreenRecords/ or /DCIM/Screenshots/ (depending on the recording method). To change the path: In AZ Screen Recorder: Settings → Save folder. In the standard MIUI function, the path is hard-coded, you can't change it.
How to record a screen with a front camera?
The built-in MIUI feature doesn't support camera overlay, but in AZ Screen Recorder or DU Recorder, it's available: Open the app settings. Find the Front Camera or Picture-in-Picture option. Select the size and position of the camera window on the screen. On the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, you can record from the main and front camera at the same time (GCam with Dual Rec module is required).
Why is the recording slowing down on the Redmi Note 11?
The reasons can be different: High resolution: try to reduce from 4K to 1080p. Background processes: close all applications through Settings → Apps → Clean. Overheat: if the CPU temperature is above 50°C, the smartphone trottlits performance. Use a cooling stand. Weak CPU: on the Redmi Note 11 with Snapdragon 680, stable recording is only possible up to 1080p@30fps.
Can I record the screen during the call?
Technically yes, but: Standard function MIUI Blocks the recording when an active call is made. AZ Screen Recorder can record, but the sound of the call will not be captured (only your voice through the microphone). To record a conversation on both sides, you will need a second device (for example, a voice recorder) or special applications like Cube Call Recorder (does not work on all firmwares). ⚠️ Recording calls without notifying the other person may violate the laws of your country (for example, in Russia, consent of both parties is required).