Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to save an important conversation, whether it’s a business conversation or an order confirmation. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro model running the MIUI shell, the automatic recording process is quite convenient, but finding the files themselves can cause difficulties for inexperienced users. Android, especially in the latest versions, strictly regulates access to system folders, which changes the standard paths to audio files compared to older versions of firmware.
Understanding the structure of your device's file system is key to quickly finding the information you need. Unlike simple voice recorders, phone conversation files can be stored in specific directories, access to which is sometimes restricted by system rights. In this article, we will detail where to look for these files through the built-in Explorer, how to set up automatic saving, and what to do if the records do not appear in the gallery or player.
It is worth noting that the location of files depends on the version of Android and regional settings MIUI. If you upgrade to Android 11 or higher, the paths to system folders have become more confusing for security reasons. However, knowing the exact algorithm of actions, you can easily retrieve any audio recording made by the built-in call recorder.
Standard path to files through Explorer
The fastest way to find a record is to use the Explorer file manager built-in. By default, all audio recordings of phone conversations on the Redmi Note 10 Pro are stored in the device's internal memory. To access them, you need to open the Explorer application and go to the section displaying the phone's memory, often referred to as Internal Storage or Internal Storage.
The next navigation depends on the version of the operating system. On the newer versions of Android (11, 12, 13), the system hides direct application folders, requiring you to go through system directories. You need to open the Android folder sequentially, then go to data. This is where the data of all installed applications, including the system phone, is stored.
Inside the data directory, you should look for a folder called com.android.soundrecorder, or in some cases, com.miui.soundrecorder. This is the recorder storage that is used to record calls. If you can't see the data folder or you can't access it, it means that the system restricts viewing of system files for security purposes.
⚠️ Attention: Direct access to the folder Android/data It may be limited to new versions. MIUI. If the Explorer does not open this directory, try using a third-party file manager with extended rights or connect your smartphone to your computer in file transfer mode (MTP).
Once you log in to the app folder, look for the Record directory, and inside it, CallRec. This is the CallRec end folder where all your conversation records are located. Files are usually.m4a or.mp3 and named in the date and time format, making it easier to find them.
Alternative paths and search through the computer
If the standard path seems too complicated or access to system folders is blocked, you can use an alternative search method. Often files are duplicated or can be found through a general internal storage search. Open Explorer, click on the magnifier icon and enter the file format name, for example,.m4a, or part of the name, if you know it.
Another effective way is to connect a smartphone to a personal computer through USB-cable. When selecting file transfer mode MTP The computer sees the folder structure differently from the phone itself, and often allows you to go into hidden parts. → Redmi Note 10 Pro → Internal shared storage → MIUI → sound_recorder → call_rec.
Pay attention to the folder. MIUI In some versions of the firmware, the records are stored there, bypassing the system directory. Android/data. Inside the folder. MIUI find the subfolder sound_recorder, then call_rec. This way is more convenient for mass copying records to a hard disk.
Why can folders be called differently?
When working with files through a computer, make sure that the smartphone unlocks the screen and allows access to data. Without this, the computer may not display the contents of the folders or show them empty, and it is also recommended to use the original cable for a stable connection.
Set up automatic recording of conversations
To avoid searching every time a record is saved and to make sure that important conversations are recorded, you need to set up the automatic recording correctly. Xiaomi's built-in functionality allows you to flexibly manage this process. Open the Phone app (green handset) and click on the three dots in the upper right corner to enter the settings menu.
In the menu that opens, select Call Record. Here you will see the Record Control Panel. First, activate Auto Record Slider. Once you turn on this option, the phone will start recording every call that you make and every call you make without you.
- 📞 Record all numbers: choose this option if you want to keep conversations with all contacts without exception.
- 👥 Recording selected numbers: allows you to create a list of contacts, conversations with which will be recorded, and the rest – not.
- 🔕 Recording Notice: You can turn on or off the voice warning of the interlocutor that the conversation is being recorded.
In some cases, the recording will only start after you press the recording button during the conversation, even if the auto-reference is enabled.
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If the automatic recording doesn’t work, try changing the region in your phone settings (Settings → Additional settings → Region) to a country where there are no restrictions, such as India or Russia, then restart the device.
File formats and their compatibility
Xiaomi conversation records can be saved in a variety of formats, which affects how they play on third-party devices. The main formats are.m4a (AAC) and.mp3. The.m4a format provides better sound quality with a smaller file size, but older media players may not support it.
If you plan to transfer recordings to other devices or send them by email, the.mp3 format will be more versatile. In the voice recorder settings, you can try changing the recording format if this option is available in your version of MIUI. This is usually found in the Settings menu → Call Record → Recording Recording Format.
| Parameter | M4A (AAC) format | MP3 format | AMR format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound quality | High. | Medium/Good | Low. |
| File size | Small one. | Medium. | Very small. |
| Compatibility | Modern players | Universal. | Old devices |
| Use of the | By default, the new MIUIs | Selected by the user | Rarely in new versions |
When converting files from one format to another, use reliable converters to avoid losing voice quality. Xiaomi's built-in tools don't usually offer conversion, so you'll have to use third-party apps from Google Play or online services.
Solution: records not retained
Users often experience a situation where the recording function is enabled but the files are nowhere to be found. The first cause may be a crowded phone memory. If the Redmi Note 10 Pro runs out of space, the system will not physically be able to create a new audio file. Check the free space in the Settings → About Phone → Memory section.
The second common problem is the permissions of the Phone app. Android may have reset the recording rights to storage after the update. Go to Settings → Apps → All Apps → Phone (or Recorder) → Rights and make sure that access to Memory and Microphone is allowed.
⚠️ Warning: Antivirus programs or built-in Security protector can block the recorder, considering it a suspicious activity.
Also worth checking is whether Do Not Disturb mode or special profiles are enabled that may limit the background of applications, sometimes it helps to simply clean the cache of the Dictaphone application through the application management menu. Don't be afraid to clear the cache - the records themselves will not be deleted, only temporary files of the program work.
☑️ Diagnostics of recording problems
Cleaning and management of records
Talk recordings, especially in high-quality format, can take up a significant amount of memory over time. Regular cleaning of the archive will help keep the Redmi Note 10 Pro running. In the Dictaphone or Records app, you can sort files by date and delete old unnecessary conversations in batches.
For easy storage, it is recommended to periodically transfer important records to cloud storage, for example, Google Drive or Google Drive. MI Cloud. This will not only free up space on the device, but also protect data from loss in the event of a smartphone breakdown. MIUI Supports the selection of specific folders for backup.
When deleting files, be careful: recovering deleted conversation records without special software and having a backup is almost impossible. Before mass cleaning, always make a copy to your computer or external drive.
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Regularly transferring records to an external medium or to the cloud is the only reliable way to save important conversations forever and not depend on the memory state of the smartphone.