The characteristic click of a screenshot on Xiaomi can be annoying, especially if you take screenshots often. Unlike Apple or Samsung, where the sound is easily turned off in the settings, the MIUI shell is hidden deeper, and even after system updates, it can move to other menu sections or disappear from the interface altogether.
Complicating the problem is that the path to settings may be different on different models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T) and MIUI versions (12/13/14). We tested 5 working methods, from standard to advanced (including ADB), to ensure that the sound of the screenshot is removed. Important: some methods require developer rights or unlock the bootloader, so read carefully!
Why Xiaomi doesn’t let you just turn off the screenshot sound?
Xiaomi’s corporate policy regarding sound signals is related to two factors:
1. Legal requirements in some countries (e.g. Japan and South Korea) require manufacturers to accompany screenshots with an audible alert to alert users to screen fixation, a measure against unauthorized removal of sensitive information.
2. User experience: According to the developers of MIUI, sound helps to avoid random screenshots (for example, when pressing a combination of buttons in your pocket).
I wonder what on POCO-In devices (especially global firmware), the sound is sometimes turned off by default, which is because the brand is not the same. POCO It was originally marketed as a “simplified” version. MIUI limitless.
Method 1: Standard shutdown via Settings (MIUI 13/14)
Since MIUI 13, Xiaomi has brought back the ability to disable screenshot audio through the GUI - but not on all devices.If you have global firmware (like MIUI Global), the odds of finding this option are higher.
Step-by-step:
- Open the Settings. → Sounds and vibrations.
- Scroll down to the System Sounds section.
- Find the screenshot sound (or Screen capture sound in English firmware).
- Move the slider to the off position.
⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi 10, POCO M4 Pro) this item may not be available. If it is not available, proceed to the next method.
Make sure you have a global firmware (not Chinese)
Update MIUI to the latest version
Check for the "Screenshot Sound" item in the sound settings
Restart your phone if the parameter does not appear-->
Method 2: Disconnecting with Developer Mode (for all versions of MIUI)
If the standard method didn't work, you can use hidden settings through the developer mode, which works on MIUI 12-14, but requires activation of additional options.
Activation of the developer mode:
- Go to Settings. → The phone.
- Find the MIUI version string and tap it 7 times in a row.
- You will be notified: You have become a developer.
Turning off the screenshot sound:
- Return to the main Settings menu and open a new section → For developers.
- Find the Debugging option on USB and activate it.
- Scroll down to the Media block and turn off the Screenshot Sound (or Screenshot Sound).
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI China) can block this parameter. If the slider is inactive, try the method with the ADB (see below).
What to do if there is no “Screenshot Sound” item in developer mode?
Method 3: Using third-party applications (without root)
If the system settings don’t work, you can use apps from Google Play, and the main advantage of this method is that you don’t need to root or unlock the bootloader.
Top.-3 tested applications:
- 🔇 Volume Control -- allows you to selectively turn off system sounds. MIUI 12-14, but requires permission to overlay other applications.
- 📱 MIUI Hidden Settings - reveals hidden shell parameters, including screenshot sound. Supports Redmi and POCO.
- 🔊 SoundAssistant (from Samsung, but runs on Xiaomi) – manages all audio notifications.
How to use:
- Download and install one of the apps (links to APKMirror if not in the Play Market).
- Run it and provide all the permissions requested.
- Find System Sounds or MIUI Tweaks.
- Turn off the Screenshot sound setting.
Important: Applications may stop working after update MIUI. In this case, a reconfiguration or transition to ADB-method.
Method 4: ADB-command to turn off the sound (100% working method)
If all previous methods failed, the general-purpose method is still available through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which runs on any version of MIUI and does not require root rights, but you need developer rights and a computer.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
- 📦 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools.
Step-by-step:
- Download Google’s Platform Tools and unpack the archive.
- Activate Debugging via USB on your phone (see Method 2).
- Connect Xiaomi to your computer and select File Transfer mode.
- Open Command Prompt (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools.
- Enter the command: adb shell settings put global screenshot_sound 0
- Reboot the phone.
How to bring the sound back:
adb shell settings put global screenshot_sound 1⚠️ Warning: After resetting your phone to factory settings or updates MIUI The sound of the screenshot can return via Fastboot, in which case repeat the procedure.
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If the command doesn't work, try entering adb devices first to make sure the phone is connected. If the list is empty, check the drivers or cable.
Method 5: Manual editing of system files (root only)
This method is the most radical and only suitable for users with unlocked bootloader and root rights, it involves editing the system file responsible for the sounds.
Warning: Mistakes can lead to system crash or bootloop (locked boot).
Instructions:
- Install Root Explorer (such as Solid Explorer or FX File Manager).
- Go to /system/media/audio/ui/screenshot.ogg
- Rename the file to screenshot.ogg.bak or delete it.
- Reboot the phone.
Alternative:
If screenshot.ogg is not available, check the folders:
/system/media/audio/notifications/
/system/media/audio/alarms/The sound of the screenshot may be stored there under a different name (for example, the sound of the screenshot, screenshot_sound.mp3).
| Method | Root is required. | PC required | It's working on MIUI 14. | Risk to the system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard settings | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ✅ Yeah, not always) | ❌ No. |
| Developer mode | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No. |
| Party of annex | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ⚠️ Low. |
| ADB-team | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No. |
| Editing system files | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ⚠️ High-pitched |
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ADB-The method is the most reliable way to disable the sound of a screenshot on any Xiaomi. It doesn't require root, it works on all versions. MIUI and easily cancelled.
Frequent problems and solutions
Even after successful shutdown, users face typical challenges.
1.The sound is back after the MIUI update
This is because of the system reset.
- 🔄 Repeat. ADB-team (mode 4).
- 📵 If it doesn’t help, use the third-party app (method 3).
2.There is no "Screenshot Sound" item in the settings
Probable reasons:
- 🇨🇳 You have Chinese firmware (MIUI China).
- 📱 An outdated version MIUI (Update through Settings → Updating the system).
- 🔧 The manufacturer has blocked the parameter (try it). ADB).
3 ADB does not see the device
Check it out.
- 🔌 Cable and port USB (Try another cable).
- 🖥️ Xiaomi drivers on PC (download from the official website).
- 🔄 Connection mode on the phone (must be File Transfer or MTP).