Why there is no sound when recording a screen on Xiaomi – a complete guide to fixing the problem

Screen recording on Xiaomi, Redmi or smartphones POCO It has to be accompanied by sound, whether it's system notifications, music from apps, or voice from videos, but often users are faced with a situation where the video is recorded and the audio track is missing. MIUI, and the hardware limitations of a particular model.

In this article, we will analyze all possible scenarios: from the banal disconnected microphone to hidden parameters in the developer menu. You will learn how to check your recording settings, why some applications block audio capture, and what alternative methods to use if the standard screen recording tool is used. MIUI It's not working. We'll focus on the models. MIUI 14 and new devices with HyperOS, where the logic of the work has changed.

It is important that you use Xiaomi. 12/13/14, Redmi Note 11/12 or POCO F4/F5, Some of the solutions may require additional manipulations because of the firmware.

1. Check the basic settings of screen recording

Before you dig deeper, make sure the problem isn't with the elementary settings. MIUI Screen recording is controlled via the Quick Settings Panel or a separate Screen Recorder app (new versions – Screen Recorder).

Open the notification bar and find the screen recording icon (or add it if it's not available). Hold it to go to settings. Check here:

• 🔊 Sound source: Microphone must be selected + System sound (or internal sound on some models) If it's just the microphone, the system sounds won't be recorded.
• 📱 Write resolution: on some devices when selecting high resolution (e.g, 1080p) The sound can be switched off automatically.
• 🔄 File format: if selected GIF, There will be no sound recording, only in MP4.

On models with HyperOS (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi) K70) The screen recording menu is integrated into the Tools, and you can also turn on the touch display and adjust the bitrate of the video, which sometimes affects the sound.

⚠️ Attention: On Android devices 12+ and MIUI 13/14 Google has restricted the recording of internal audio for some apps (such as Netflix or Spotify) for security reasons, in which cases the sound may be absent only in specific programs.

Microphone Problems: Diagnostics and Solutions

If the screen recording settings are on but still not recorded, the microphone may be to blame. Xiaomi often has two problems:

1. Physical contamination of the microphone (dust, moisture) - especially relevant for models with a lower microphone (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X3 Pro).
2. Software shutdown of the microphone through privacy settings or power saving modes.

For diagnosis:

1. Start the recorder and record a few seconds of sound, and if the record is silent or not, the microphone is a problem.
2. Check if the microphone is covered with a cover or finger during recording.
3. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Permits → Microphone and make sure the Screen Recording app has access.

If the microphone is working but the sound is not recorded, try:

• 🔧 Reboot your phone – sometimes helps with temporary driver crashes.
• 📱 Disable Power Saving Mode in Battery Settings (It May Limit Microphone Operation).
• 🔄 Reset the settings of the application Screen recording in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Screen Recorder → Warehouse → Drop it.

3. Developer settings and hidden settings

V MIUI Some screen recording functions are blocked by default, and to unlock them, you need to activate the developer menu and change several settings.

To enable the developer menu:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and tap it 7 times in a row.
3. Enter the device password if required.

Now in the main settings will appear item Additional → For developers, find it here:

• 🔊 Debugging by USB — Turn on (sometimes affecting sound recording).
• 📱 Do not turn off the screen while charging – is important for long recordings.
• 🔄 Turn off absolute volume level – if turned on, may interfere with internal sound recording.
• 🔇 Turn off touch sounds – if enabled, system sounds will not be recorded.

On some models (Xiaomi) 11T Pro, Redmi K50) There's a separate item in the developer menu called "Record the screen with the internal sound, you need to turn it on manually." If you don't have one, try updating the firmware.

Developer menu included|Debugging by USB activated|The "Switch off the absolute volume level" is off|Checked the item "Recording the screen with internal sound" (if any)|Reboot the phone after the changes-->

4. Restrictions of applications and DRM-defence

Many apps (especially streaming services) block the recording of internal sound due to the fact that the video is not available. DRM-Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a concern for:

• 🎵 Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music – the sound may be distorted or absent.
• 🎬 Netflix, Disney+, Cinema search HD — The video will be recorded, but without sound.
• 🎮 Genshin Impact, PUBG Mobile – Some games block sound recording through standard means.

This limitation can be circumvented in several ways:

On devices with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi) K60 Pro) DRM-Protection is implemented at the hardware level, and it is almost impossible to circumvent it without root rights.

5. Alternative applications for screen recording

If the standard instrument MIUI It doesn't record sound, try third-party apps.The best options for Xiaomi:

• 📱 AZ Screen Recorder – supports recording internal sound on most devices, but requires the inclusion of a special plugin in the settings.
• 🎥 Mobizen Screen Recorder – works stable but can lag on weak devices (Redmi) 9A, POCO M3).
• 🔊 DU Recorder – allows you to select the sound source separately for the microphone and system.
• 🛠️ ScreenCam is suitable for high bitrate records, but paid version.

For installation:

1. Download the app from Google Play or the official website.
2. When you first start, provide all the permissions you request (especially access to Overlay over other apps and Microphone).
3. In the application settings, select Sound Source: Internal + microphone.

Nana MIUI 14 some applications may require additional permissions. AZ Screen Recorder needs a new one:

1. Go to Settings → Special permits.
2. Enable Sound Capture and Display on top of other applications.
3. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: Apps from third-party sources (not Google Play) may contain malicious code. Check developer reviews and reputation before installing. APK from unknown sources is blocked by default - you need to allow this in Settings → Security → Unknown sources.

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If the app is recording latency sound, try reducing the video resolution to 720p Or you can turn off the touch recording, and that'll reduce the processor's workload and synchronize the audio track.

6. Hardware limitations and model features

Some Xiaomi devices have hardware limitations on recording internal sound.

• 📱 The lack of a sound chip capable of capturing the internal flow (relevant for budget models like Redmi). 10A or POCO C31).
• 🔊 Firmware restrictions – for example, on Xiaomi Mi A3 (Android One: recording internal sound is impossible without root.
• 🔄 Manufacturer policy: on some devices for the Chinese market, sound recording is blocked at the core level.

Check if your model makes it to the list of devices with known problems:

If your model is not on the list but the problem persists, check:

• 🔧 Firmware updates – sometimes bugs are fixed in new versions MIUI.
• 📱 The state of the speakers – if they are damaged, it can affect the recording.
• 🔄 Root rights – on some devices, recording internal sound is possible only with them.

7 Radical methods: root and custom firmware

If no one has helped, there are two radical solutions:

1. Getting root rights.
2. Install custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience).

With root rights, you can:

• 🔧 Use Magisk modules to record internal sound (e.g. Audio Record Patch).
• 📱 Install modified versions MIUI unlocked.
• 🔄 Configure sound streams through build.prop.

For custom firmware installation:

1. Unlock the bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Xiaomi account and wait 7-15 days).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model.
3. Sweep through firmware that supports internal sound recording (e.g. LineageOS 20).

⚠️ Warning: Unlocking the bootloader and installing custom firmware voids the warranty and may result in a device blink. on new devices (Xiaomi) 13/14, Redmi K60) Unlocking process is complicated – you need to link your account to the device and wait for confirmation from Xiaomi.

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Before unlocking the bootloader, make a full data backup via Mi PC suite TWRP. After the procedure, all data will be erased and some features (e.g. Mi Pay or Widevine) will be deleted. L1 for Netflix HD) They may stop working.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen recording on Xiaomi