Screenshot of Xiaomi: All Ways for Redmi, POCO and Mi (2026)

Taking a screenshot on Xiaomi seems like a simple task — until you encounter unexpected problems. The buttons do not respond, the picture is saved to an unknown folder, then the message appears at all: "Can not create a screenshot," especially for new models of Redmi Note 13 Pro+ or POCO F6, where the manufacturer is experimenting with gestures and interface MIUI 15.

In this article, we'll look at not only the standard keyboard shortcuts, but also some little-known techniques, from taking screenshots with Google Assistant to taking long snapshots of scrolling pages. And also why screenshots sometimes turn black and how to fix them. If you're a Xiaomi user with Android 12/13/14, here's the answers to all the questions, even those that aren't covered in the official documentation.

1. Standard method: power and volume buttons

The classic method works on all Xiaomi models released after 2016 - from the Redmi 4X to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

1. Open the screen you want to capture (for example, a dialogue in Telegram or a page in Chrome).
2. At the same time, press the power button and the volume down button for 1-2 seconds.
3. Wait for the visual effect (screen blinking) and the sound signal (if not turned off).

The finished shot will appear in the Screenshots folder (or Pictures/Screenshots in the new MIUI versions).

• 🔋 In some models (for example, POCO X6 Pro) the power button is too close to the volume button - you have to adjust so as not to accidentally press the volume increase.
• 🎵 If the sound is turned off, focus on visual animation: the screen will slightly blink, and a screenshot will appear at the top.
• ⚡ In games (e.g. Genshin Impact or PUBG Mobile, the standard combination may not work due to the system button lock. Use Game Turbo (more on it below).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi Black Shark, the standard combination is disabled by default. To activate it, go to Settings → Special facilities → Power button → Include screenshots.

2. Three-finger gesture: quick screenshot without buttons

The gesture screenshot feature was introduced in MIUI 9 and has since become a favorite tool for many users, allowing you to take a screenshot by simply swiping three fingers across the display from top to bottom.

1. Open Settings → Additional settings → Buttons and gestures → Screenshot with a gesture.
2. Activate the swipe switch with three fingers down.
3. (Optional) Enable Preview screenshot to edit the picture immediately.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Instant: No need to search for buttons – just one movement.
• 🎮 Ideal for games where physical buttons are locked.
• 👆 It works with one hand (if the fingers are flexible).

But there are pitfalls:

• 🧹 A gesture can be triggered accidentally when scrolling through a tape in TikTok or Instagram.
• 🔄 On some models (e.g. Redmi) A2+) The function is disabled by default due to memory limitations.

Enable the function in settings | Check sensor sensitivity | Turn off conflicting gestures (e.g. swipe for multitasking) | Try on different screens (main screen, apps, games)

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3. Notification panel: screenshot in one tap

If you're uncomfortable remembering button combinations or gestures, MIUI has an alternative: a screenshot button in the notification curtain.

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the Screenshot icon (usually it looks like a scissor or a rectangle with lightning).
3. Slip it on it - the picture will be taken instantly.

If the button is not in the curtain:

1. Slip on the pencil (Edit) in the upper right corner of the panel.
2. Find the screenshot in the list of inactive items and drag it to the top.

This method is convenient for:

• 📱 Users with large screens (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra) POCO M6 Pro, where it is difficult to reach the power buttons.
• 🔄 Quickly create a series of screenshots (for example, for instructional purposes).
• 🎨 Edit pictures immediately after creation (Edit button appears in miniature).

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU), the screenshot button in the curtain may disappear after the update. To return it, reset the notification bar settings in Settings → Notifications → Additionally. → Reset the settings.

4.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

If you have busy hands or you just like to control your phone with your voice, Google Assistant or Alice from Yandex will help you take a screenshot without pressing.

For Google Assistant:

1. Activate the assistant with the voice command OK, Google or hold the Home button.
2. Say, Take a screenshot or take a picture of the screen.
3. Confirm the action (if required).

For Alice (Yandex):

1. Open the Yandex app with Alice or activate her voice.
2. Say, Alice, take a screenshot of the screen.
3. Wait for confirmation (some models will require unlocking the screen).

Limitations of the method:

• 🔒 It only works on unlocked screen (for security reasons).
• 🎤 Requires a stable internet connection to handle voice commands.
• 📵 On Xiaomi with Chinese firmware (MIUI China) Google Assistant can be disabled – you need to install it separately.

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If the voice assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try alternative phrases like “Save the screen,” “Capture the screen,” or “Scream the screen.”

5. Long (scrollable) screenshots

A standard screenshot captures only the visible part of the screen, but what if you want to save an entire web page, a WhatsApp chat or a comment list on VK? MIUI has a built-in Scrolling Screenshot (or Long Screenshot) feature.

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the appearance of the thumbnail of the picture at the bottom of the screen, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, select the Scrolling option (or Long Screenshot).
4. Wait until the system automatically scrolls through the page and connects the pieces into one snapshot.

The function is supported by:

• 🌐 Browsers: Chrome, Mi Browser, Firefox.
• 💬 Messengers: Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber (only for chats).
• 📱 Social networks: VKontakte, Instagram (feed and comments), TikTok (video description).

Limitations:

• ❌ Does not work in games and some applications with dynamic content (e.g. YouTube).
• 📏 Maximum screenshot length – 10 screens (on Xiaomi 14 S) MIUI 15 limit increased to 15).
• 🔄 If a page loads content dynamically (like a Facebook feed), the scrolling screenshot may be cropped.

6. Screenshots in games: features of the Game Turbo

Players on Xiaomi often face a problem: in most games (like Call of Duty Mobile or Honor of Kings), standard button combinations are locked.

How to take a screenshot in the game:

1. Start the game. In the upper left or right corner, a Game Turbo floating panel (a game controller icon) will appear.
2. Slip on the panel to expand the menu.
3. Find the screenshot button (usually marked by the camera icon) and press it.

If the Game Turbo panel does not appear:

1. Open Settings → Special features → Game Turbo
2. Make sure the feature is enabled for your game (the list can be edited manually).
3. Enable the option of floating panel in games.

Additional Game Turbo features for gamers:

• 🎥 Screen recording: you can stream gameplay without lags (available on Xiaomi) 12S Ultra and newer).
• 🔇 Block notifications: to avoid distractions during the match.
• 📊 Monitoring FPS: displays the current frame rate directly on the screen.

⚠️ Attention: POCO F5 The Game Turbo screenshot feature may conflict with anti-cheats (e.g., Free Fire).If the game is an error, temporarily disable Game Turbo in the settings.

7. Screenshot problems and their solutions

Even on new Xiaomi smartphones, users are faced with screenshot errors, and let’s look at the most common problems and ways to fix them.

If none of the methods worked, try resetting the system settings:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset all settings (not to be confused with Delete all data!).
3. After rebooting, check the screenshots.

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If screenshots stopped working after the MIUI update, try clearing the cache of the Google Play and Launcher Service app (settings → apps → three points → show system ones).

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Xiaomi