Xiaomi’s modern smartphones have become powerful multimedia centers that allow users to consume content, but also create it. Device owners often wonder how to record an interesting moment from a game, a training video or a movie fragment directly on the screen of their gadget. Fortunately, the shell of MIUI and the new HyperOS already has a functional screencasting tool that does not require the installation of third-party software.
The process of creating a video screen is as simple as possible and accessible even for beginners. You don't need to be a technical specialist to run a recording in high resolution, just know where to find the desired function in the menu and how to adjust the audio settings correctly to make the final file quality.
In this article, we will take a closer look at all the ways to activate recordings, covert codec and bitrate settings, and answer frequent user questions. You will learn how to avoid common mistakes, such as no sound or interrupt recording by an incoming call.
Built-in screen recording function in MIUI and HyperOS
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The fastest activation method is to use the control panel. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen (or up from the bottom left, depending on the navigation settings) to open the notification curtain. Among the quick settings icons, find the Screen Record icon. If it's not on the first page, swipe left or click on the edit button (three dots or pencil) to add a shortcut to the visible area.
⚠️ Note: If the Screen Record icon is missing from the curtain even after editing, check if the Screenshots system application is hidden in security settings or through hiding apps.
An alternative way to start is through the lock menu. On a locked screen, when the wallpaper is on, quick access buttons are often available. Swipe up the camera button or a special icon, and select the video mode from the menu that appears. You can also use the Xiao AI voice assistant or Google Assistant to say "Start recording the screen."
Set up recording parameters: resolution and bitrate
Before you start shooting, it is important to make sure that the quality of the final video will suit you. By default, the system can choose the average settings to save space, but for recording movies or gameplay, it is better to set maximum values. To do this, run the Screen Record application through the shortcut on the desktop or find it in the Tools folder.
In the interface that opens, click on the gear icon in the top right corner. This opens the settings menu where you can change resolution, frame rate and bitrate. The resolution is recommended to set "High (1080p)" or "Very High" if your display supports more. Frame rate is better to choose 60 fps for smooth movement, especially in dynamic scenes.
The codec is worth a special attention. In most cases, you should leave H.264 for maximum compatibility with other devices. However, if you plan to edit video on a PC and you care about every megabyte, you can experiment with H.265 (HEVC), which compresses data more efficiently, but requires more powerful hardware to play.
☑️ Optimal settings for recording a film
Remember that high settings require more free space. Before starting a long write, make sure that the internal drive has at least 1-2 GB of free space. Files are saved in.mp4 format and immediately appear in the gallery.
Sound configuration: system audio and microphone
One of the most important aspects of recording a movie on a phone is sound, and in the screen recording settings, you'll find "Sound Source," which is a key point for those who want to record a movie with sound, and the default is a Microphone, which will record all the noise around you, but not the internal sound of the video.
To record a film with the original sound, you need to select the option "System sound", in which case the audio stream will be captured directly from the operating system, providing a crystal clear sound without echoes and street noise. However, there is a caveat: when you turn on the system sound, the microphone usually turns off to avoid conflicts.
⚠️ Note: When choosing System Sound, messenger notifications and calls may not be heard on the recording, and in some applications (e.g. Netflix or Disney).+) The sound may be blocked due to protection DRM.
If you want to comment on a movie with your voice or record a reaction, select Microphone mode, in which case the phone will write sound through the built-in speakers, so it is better to stay in a quiet room. Some Xiaomi models allow you to use both sources at the same time, but this depends on the version of Android and the specific model of the device.
Why is there no sound when recording some applications?
Use of a floating window and timer
The screen recording interface on Xiaomi is presented as a floating window that can be dragged around the screen. This mini-menu contains pause, stop and draw buttons. The drawing feature is especially useful if you are recording a training film or tutorial, allowing you to highlight important moments right during the shooting process.
The same menu also has a timer function, so you can set the time count before you start recording (3, 5 or 10 seconds), which is convenient when you need to quickly open the app or go to the right frame of the movie before you start capturing the image, so as not to write unnecessary navigation actions on the menu.
You can roll the floating window into a narrow strip so that it doesn't obstruct viewing as you watch it. Just click on the fold icon, and the record bar will hide at the edge of the display. To get back in control, tap the strips, so you can enjoy the movie in full screen mode, controlling the recording process.
There's also a touch-hiding button on the menu, and if you turn this on, the final video will not show white circles in the places you touch with your finger, which makes the recording more professional and clean, especially if you're actively using control gestures.
Where records are stored and how to share them
Once you've finished recording, when you press the red stop button, the system automatically saves the file, and you can find it in the Gallery app on Screen or ScreenRecorder. The path to the file in the file manager is usually Internal Storage/DCIM/ScreenRecorder.
From the video gallery, you can edit immediately: cut the extra seconds at the beginning and end, apply filters or add music. Xiaomi provides a basic video editor built right into the gallery that allows you to perform these actions without installing additional applications.
| Parameter | Description | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Permission | Image quality (720p, 1080p, 1440p) | 1080p for balance of quality and size |
| Bitreit | Data volume per second | 12 Mbps for YouTube, 20+ for archive |
| Frequency of personnel | Smoothness of movement (30 or 60 fps) | 60 fps for games and dynamic cinema |
| Format | File container type | MP4 (Universal Standard) |
To quickly send videos, use the Share function directly from the gallery. The file can be sent via Mi Share to other Xiaomi devices, uploaded to the Xiaomi Cloud or Google Drive cloud, or sent via instant messengers. Note that instant messengers can compress video, so it is better to send the file as a document to preserve quality.
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Use Do Not Disturb mode while recording long movies so that an incoming call or notification doesn’t interrupt the process and spoil the audio track.
Solving and optimizing productivity
Sometimes users experience a recording interruption of their own accord or a phone that gets very hot, because real-time video encoding is a resource-intensive task. To minimize risk, close the background applications before recording. Free up RAM so that the processor can focus on capturing the screen.
If recording stops after a few minutes, check your power saving settings. Energy Saving mode can limit background processes and reduce processor performance, leading to recording failures. Switch your smartphone to Performance or Balanced mode before shooting.
⚠️ Warning: Prolonged high-resolution screen recording can cause significant body heating.If the phone gets too hot, take a break to avoid trottling (decreased performance) or battery damage.
Also worth mentioning is copyright protection: Some applications, such as banking services or DRM-protected streaming platforms, can block screen recording by giving out a black screen instead of an image. This is normal Android security behavior, and it is impossible to circumvent it with standard tools without root rights.
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Stability of recording directly depends on the amount of free RAM and the chosen mode of energy saving.