Today’s Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones are so powerful that many users prefer to create content on them. Often there is a need to capture not only a photo or a regular video through the camera, but also what happens on the display. This can be a significant point in the game, a bug in the app for technical support or just creating a tutorial. Fortunately, in the shell of MIUI and the new HyperOS, this feature is built-in by default and does not require complex configuration.
In this article, we will take a look at all the screencasting options available, how to activate hidden quality settings, how to record voice and system sound at the same time, and what applications to use if standard functionality is not enough.
Before we get to specific actions, it’s worth noting that the interface may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI. However, the logic of the work remains the same for all devices of the brand. Understanding the basic principles will allow you to easily navigate the menu of any Xiaomi smartphone, whether it’s a budget Redmi Note or flagship Xiaomi 14.
Use of the built-in function "Screen recording"
The easiest and most reliable way to do this is to use a regular app that's already installed on the system, which is optimized by developers and consumes the minimum amount of CPU resources. To run, look up the Tools folder in the menu and select the Screen Record icon. If you don't see it, search for the settings or just swipe down the notification curtain and find the appropriate switch.
Once you start the app, you'll have a control interface, and you can choose to record video or screenshots. To start creating a video, press the red REC button. Before you start, the system will suggest settings like sound source and image quality. Importantly, new versions of the firmware will allow you to record internal sound of the system, which was previously not available without root rights.
When you record, you'll have a floating menu that allows you to pause, add finger-drawing comments, or take screenshots, all of which are easy to create learning content, and when you complete the process, the file will automatically be saved to the gallery in the ScreenRecorder folder.
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The built-in Xiaomi recorder supports recording internal sound system starting with Android 10 and MIUI 12, which makes the installation of third-party programs unnecessary for most tasks.
Setting up the quality and parameters of the recording
The quality of the final video depends on the settings you choose. By default, the system can offer average settings to save space, but to show games or detailed instructions, you better change them. Go to the recorder settings (the gear icon) and find the "Resolution" section.
Here you'll find a few options. AMOLED-The best screen choice will be 1080p or 2K, If the device supports this matrix resolution, you should also pay attention to frame rate. Standard 30 fps are suitable for static content, but for dynamic games, it is better to set 60 fps to keep the movement smooth.
The higher the bitrate, the better the image quality, but the more the file will weigh. If you plan to send videos through messengers, the high bitrate can be excessive, since the platforms will still compress the file. For archiving on a computer or uploading to YouTube, you better use maximum values.
- 🎥 Resolution: Choose the native resolution of your screen or 1080p balance of quality and size.
- 🎞️ Frame rate: 60 fps for games, 30 fps for interface and social networks.
- 🔊 Sound source: "Microphone" will record your voice, "System sound" - audio from applications.
Features of sound recording: microphone and system
One of the most common questions is how to record audio from a game or video at the same time as a voice comment. In the standard Xiaomi recorder, this feature is implemented through the choice of source. When you click on the start button, pay attention to the microphone icon.
If you select Microphone mode, the device will write all external sounds, including your voice and room noise. If you choose System Sound, only the audio played by the phone (music, in-game shots) will be recorded. In some versions of MIUI, a combined mode is available that allows you to capture both sources simultaneously, but this can lead to an echo effect if you do not use headphones.
It’s worth considering that some apps, such as Netflix or Disney+, block screen recording because of DRM copyright protection, in which case instead of video you get a black screen with sound or no image at all. This is a level limitation of the Android operating system, and you can’t get around it with standard means.
⚠️ Attention: When recording sound through the microphone in hands-free mode, the quality may be low due to noise cancellation.
Screen recording through the notification curtain
For those who need to capture what's happening quickly, you don't have to open the app every time. Screen recording is displayed in the control panel. To activate it, swipe down from the top of the screen, opening the notification curtain.
If you don't find the icon you want, swipe right or press the edit button (usually a pencil or three-dot icon). In the list of available switches, find Screen Record and drag it to the active zone. Now you can access the function with a single touch.
This method is especially useful when you need to quickly show a bug in the interface or save correspondence in the speaker. Recording will begin after a short countdown, which gives you time to prepare the screen.
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Add Screen Record widget to your desktop for even faster access, and then press the blank space on the screen, select "Widgets," and find the appropriate tool.
Third-party applications for extended functionality
While Xiaomi’s standard tools cover 95 percent of the needs, finer adjustments are sometimes required, such as overlaying the webcam on top of the screen (Picture-in-Picture) or streaming directly to the platform, and in such cases, Google Play apps come to the rescue.
One of the market leaders is XRecorder or AZ Screen Recorder, which provides more flexible bitrate settings, allows you to edit videos immediately after recording, and has built-in drawing tools. However, it is worth remembering that free versions often contain ads, and their work can be more battery loading.
Using third-party software also requires extensive permissions to access the system, which can carry potential privacy risks, so downloads should only be made from official stores and trusted developers.
| Parameter | Built-in application | Third-party annexes |
|---|---|---|
| Stability | Tall. | Medium |
| Recording of internal sound | Available (Android 10+) | There is. |
| Advertising | Absent. | Often present. |
| Video editor | Basic | Expanded |
Checklist before recording
To prevent the first pancake from comatose and you don’t lose an important moment due to technical limitations, it is recommended to do a little preparation, especially if you are recording long gameplay or complex instructions.
Make sure the device has enough free space. High-resolution videos take up a lot of space: one minute of 1080p recording can weigh between 50 and 100 MB. Also check the battery level, as the active screen and processor use up energy quickly.
☑️ Preparation for recording
Remember to turn on Do Not Disturb or Game mode so that incoming calls and messages do not interrupt the process and appear on top of the video, this will keep your correspondence confidential and ensure the clarity of the frame.
Addressing issues and issues
Users may experience a situation where recording is interrupted by itself or video is jiggy, most often due to a lack of RAM or aggressive operation of the MIUI energy saving system. Try closing background applications before recording.
Another common problem is that there's no sound in the file, and you can check if the phone is silent, and if the sound source is right in the recorder settings, and if you're recording an encrypted video from an encrypted messenger, the sound might not be written for security reasons.
⚠️ Warning: If the phone gets too hot during high-resolution recording, the system can automatically stop the process to protect the components, in which case lower the recording quality or remove the case for better cooling.