Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature that helps you capture important details of conversations, preserve evidence for legal purposes or simply remember what you heard. However, many users face a problem: in new versions of MIUI, the auto record option is often hidden or disabled by default. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to enable automatic call recording on Redmi, Poco and Black Shark devices, including bypassing restrictions for different regions.
It is important to understand that recording is subject to three factors: firmware version (MIUI 12/13/14), phone model and regional settings. For example, on devices for the European market, the feature may be blocked due to local privacy laws, and we will look at both standard methods through settings and alternative solutions using third-party apps and hidden menus.
Why is there no call record button on Xiaomi?
If you don’t find the entry option in the phone call menu, the reasons may be as follows:
- 📱 Regional restrictions: Firmware for the EU, the US and some Asian countries is disabled for legal reasons. MIUI EU Call recording is not available without bypassing.
- 🔄 An outdated version MIUI: In the firmware older MIUI 12.5 The recording interface may be different or absent.
- 📲 Phone model: On budget Redmi (e.g. Redmi) 9A) function is sometimes absent even if the flagships of the same line.
- 🔧 Default settings: In some versions MIUI Auto Recording Disabled in Deep System Settings.
Before you start setting up, check your firmware version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. If you have MIUI 14 and newer, use methods for the latest versions - they may not work on older builds.
⚠️ Note: Recording telephone conversations without the consent of the interlocutor may violate local law.In Russia, according to Art. 138 of the Criminal Code, recording a conversation is allowed only with a notification of the second participant.
Method 1: Enabling auto-recording via a standard menu (MIUI 12–14)
On most modern Xiaomi devices, the recording function is built into the Phone app, but it needs to be activated manually. MIUI 12.5–14 on global and Chinese versions (except for the Chinese version) EU-firmware).
Open the phone app and follow the following steps:
- Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select "Settings".
- Go to the "Recording of calls" section (on some models, the item may be called "Autorecord").
- Activate the Automatic Recording switch.
- Select the type of recorded calls: 📞 All calls - recording incoming and outgoing; 📥 Only incoming; 📤 Only outgoing; 🔒 Selected contacts – entry only for selected numbers.
Specify the location of the file storage (internal memory or storage). SD-map).
After activation next to the call button, a recording icon will appear (🎤). To listen to the saved conversations, go to the phone. → History → Records.
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Method 2: Hidden settings for firmware without visible options
If the phone menu doesn’t have a Call Record option, try enabling the feature through the hidden MIUI settings.This method works on most devices with MIUI 13+, including the Redmi Note 11, Poco X4 Pro, and Xiaomi 12T.
Follow the following steps:
- Open the Phone app and dial the combination: ##6484## Once entered, the menu will open "MTK Engineer Mode" (for devices running MediaTek processors) or "Qualcomm Service Menu" (for Snapdragon).
- From the engineering settings menu, select: Device Test → Audio → Normal Mode → Type → Mic
- Scroll down to the "Voice Call Record" and activate it.
- Go back to the main menu and restart the phone.
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If the app doesn't record the voice of the person you're talking to, try turning on speaker mode for 1-2 seconds during a conversation, which often helps activate both channels on devices with MIUI.
Method 4: Manual editing of configuration files (for advanced ones)
This method is suitable for users with unlocked bootloader and root rights. It allows you to enable the recording of calls at the system file level, even if the function is locked in the firmware. Attention: incorrect changes can lead to a system failure. Use only if you are confident in your actions.
Instructions:
- Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
- Go to /system/csc/others.xml
- Find a line: <CscFeature_VoiceCall_ConfigRecording>false</CscFeature_VoiceCall_ConfigRecording> and replace false with true.
- Save the file and restart the device.
After the restart, the phone's settings will have a write option. If others.xml is missing, check the alternative paths:
- /system/csc/feature.xml
- /system/csc/sales_code.dat (for some regional firmware)
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Solving the problems with recording calls on Xiaomi
If the auto record doesn’t work even after setting up, check the following points:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Recording is included but not saved | Lack of disk space or access permission error | Clear your memory or change the way you save it SD-map |
| Only your voice is recorded. | Firmware restriction or hardware lock | Use applications that support VoIP recording (e.g. Cube ACR) |
| The function disappears after the MIUI update | Resetting settings when updating | Re-activate the recording via the settings or engineering menu |
| The recording application does not start | Block MIUI Optimized Apps | Turn off optimization in Settings → Applications → Special Rights → Battery Optimization |
On devices with MIUI 14 and Android 13+, you may need additional permission to access notifications for recording apps.
- Go to Settings → Applications → Permissions Management → Notifications.
- Find your recording app and enable access.
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On devices with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip (such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro), recording through standard MIUI tools may not work due to Qualcomm hardware limitations. In this case, use third-party solutions with VoIP capture support.
Legal aspects of call recording: what you need to know
Before using the auto record, check the laws of your region. Most countries have the following rules:
- 🇷🇺 Russia: Recording without consent is allowed if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation), but using the recording in court requires proof of its authenticity.
- 🇪🇺 European Union: Most countries (Germany, France) require notification of the second party, and the violation can be fined up to €250 000.
- 🇺🇸 U.S.: Laws vary by state, California and Washington require consent from all participants in the conversation.
- 🇨🇳 China: Recording is only allowed for personal use.Distribution without consent is punishable by law.
To avoid legal problems:
- 📢 Notify the interviewee of the recording at the beginning of the conversation (for example: “The conversation is recorded to record the information").
- 🔐 Keep records in a secure place and do not distribute them unnecessarily.
- ⚖️ Before using the record in court, consult a lawyer about its admissibility.