Screen recording on Xiaomi Redmi: from built-in tools to hidden MIUI features

Recording video from the Xiaomi Redmi screen is a challenge faced by gamers who want to save an epic moment in PUBG Mobile, bloggers who create reviews of the MIUI 14/15 interface, and even ordinary users who need to show a bug in the support app. Fortunately, modern Redmi smartphones (from the budget Redmi 10A to the flagship Redmi K70) offer several ways to record the screen – both built-in and using third-party tools.

But here’s the catch: Not all methods are equally effective. For example, embedded recording in MIUI 12 and older limits the resolution to 720p, and some applications (like Google Pay or bank customers) block recording due to security policies. In this article, we’ll discuss 5 working ways to burn a screen on Xiaomi Redmi, including bypassing restrictions, adjusting quality and solving typical problems – from the lack of sound to the “black screen” in records.

Warning: If you want to record with internal sound (for example, streams or game reviews), most methods will require root access or additional software.

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

The easiest way to do this is to use the built-in Screen Recording tool that's in MIUI 11 and later, and you can find it in two ways:

• 📱 Through the Quick Settings Panel: Swipe down from the top edge of the screen and find the Screen Record icon (if not, click Edit and add manually).
• ⚙️ Through Settings: Settings → Special Opportunities → Screen recording.

Once activated, you'll see a floating panel with control buttons.

• 🎤 Turn on/off microphone recording (but not system sound!)
• ⚙️ Change resolution (available 480p, 720p or 1080p depending on the model).
• ⏱️ Set a delay timer (useful for recording preparation).

Clear notifications (they will be recorded)|Check the vacant seat (1 minute Full) HD = ~100MB)|Turn off battery savings for stable operation|Close unnecessary applications-->

Limitations of the method:

• 🚫 There is no recording of internal sound (mic only).
• 🔒 Some applications (banks, secure messengers) will be shown in black screen.
• 📶 On weak models (Redmi 9A, Redmi 8) lags are possible when writing in 1080p.

⚠️ Warning: On Redmi with MediaTek processor (e.g. Redmi Note 11T), the embedded recording may be interrupted when the CPU load is high. Solution - lower the resolution to 720p.

2.Internal sound recording: bypassing MIUI restrictions

If you want to record sound from a game or video (not just from a microphone), you'll have to use workarounds. Here are 3 workarounds:

Method 1: Screen Recorder + SoundAssistant

1. Install Screen Recorder from Hecorat (free watermarked version).

2. Download Samsung’s SoundAssistant (which also works on Xiaomi).

3. In SoundAssistant, activate the option of Separate App Sound and select the app that you want to record (e.g. YouTube or Genshin Impact).

4. Run the recording in Screen Recorder and select the sound source - "Internal Audio".

Method 2: Use ADB (without root)

For advanced users, the ADB (Android Debug Bridge) method is suitable, which allows you to record internal sound through the command line:

adb shell settings put global capture_internal_audio 1

Once this is done, even the built-in MIUI instrument will be able to record system sound. But! On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi K50) this only works until the first reboot.

Method 3: Root + AZ Screen Recorder

If you have root access, install AZ Screen Recorder and activate:

• 🔊 Recording of internal sound (requires root).
• 🎥 Resolution up to 1440p (on supported devices).
• ⚡ No Delayed Option for Games

⚠️ Warning: Redmi with MIUI 14+ may have screen recording locks on some apps (e.g. Netflix or Disney+) due to DRM- protection after root is obtained.

3. Screen recording via computer: when the phone fails

If you want to record without lag in 4K or with an external microphone, connect Redmi to your PC and use one of these solutions:

Instructions for Scrcpy (the best option for gamers):

1. Download Scrcpy and unpack.
2. Enable USB Debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → Assembly Number → 7 taps → For developers).
3. Connect Redmi to your PC and start scrcpy.exe.
4. To record, use the Windows + Alt + R key (or --record file.mp4 in the command line).

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If the screen of the phone goes out when you connect Scrcpy, add the --stay-awake flag to the command line.

4.The best screen recording apps on Xiaomi Redmi (2026)

If the built-in tools don’t suit, here are the top-5 apps with pros and cons:

• 🥇 AZ Screen Recorder is the best balance of function and quality. Supports 1080p/60fps, drawing while recording, but the free version has a watermark.

For Redmi with weak iron (Redmi 9C, Redmi A1), we recommend XRecorder or Mobizen - they load the processor less. On flagships (Redmi K60, Redmi Note 13 Pro+), you can use AZ Screen Recorder at maximum settings.

Built-in MIUI|AZ Screen Recorder|DU Recorder|Mobizen|XRecorder|Other-->

5. Problem Solving: Black screen, no sound, lag

Even with the right settings, recording can go wrong, and we'll look at the common mistakes and their solutions.

Problem 1: Black screen in the recording

Causes and solutions:

• 🔒 DRM- Protection: Apps like Netflix or Disney+ block recording. Solution: use Scrcpy from your PC or remove DRM from Magisk (requires root).
• 🛠️ Codec error: Some Redmis with MediaTek are helped by resetting Screen Recording (Settings → Applications → App Management → Screen Recording → Storage → Clear Data).

Problem 2: No sound in the recording

Checklist for diagnosis:

Make sure the microphone is turned on in the recording settings.|Check if the sound is turned off in the application itself (for example, in the game)|Restart the app that you record the sound of|Try another recorder (for example, AZ Screen Recorder instead of built-in)-->

Problem 3: Lags and low FPS

Optimization for smooth recording:

• 🔋 Close all background applications (use Settings → Battery → Performance Mode).
• 📉 Reduce the recording resolution to 720p and FPS to 30.
• 🚀 Enable GPU Turbo in settings (Settings → Special Opportunities → GPU Turbo).

⚠️ Warning: On the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and later, the processor may overheat when written to 4K. Use a cooling stand or limit 1080p.

6. Hidden screen recording chips on Xiaomi Redmi

Few people know, but MIUI has undocumented screen recording capabilities.

• 🎬 Pause Recording: In the built-in tool, click on the pause icon – the recording will break into several files, but all settings will be saved.
• 🖌️ Drawing while recording: You can add notes directly over the screen to AZ Screen Recorder or DU Recorder.
• 🔄 Autostop Timer: In Settings → Screen Record → Timer can be set to automatically terminate in 5/10/30 minutes.
• 📡 Streaming: Mobizen has a feature to stream the screen to YouTube or Twitch directly from the phone.

Another life hack: if you need to record a long guide (like playing a game) but there is not enough space on your phone, use cloud rendering. AZ Screen Recorder has the option to download the record directly to Google Drive or Dropbox when it is completed.

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On Redmi with MIUI 14+, the built-in screen recording supports HDR10, but only if Auto or Saturated mode is enabled in the display settings.

7. Method comparison: which one to choose for your task

To avoid wasting time on experiments, use this table:

If you often record the screen, we recommend you to create a separate folder in the Gallery and set up automatic saving there.

1. Open the files → Categories → Videos.
2. Click Create a folder (e.g., Screen Records).
3. In the application settings for recording, specify this folder as the target.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen recording on Xiaomi Redmi