How to take a screenshot on a Xiaomi phone?
A short break at work. You’re making your second/third/fourth (cross out unnecessary) coffee. While waiting for the machine, you reach into your pocket for your smartphone. You start scrolling through your favorite social media feeds: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. You come across a hilarious meme, a no-bake apple pie recipe, a list of life-changing books and… exactly! The best way to keep valuable content with you for longer is to take a screenshot. How do you take a “screen” on a Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO smartphone? Here comes the answer!
How to take a screenshot on a Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO phone?
The answer is simple, though not singular. There are three ways to take a screenshot on smartphones running MIUI. Learn each one and choose the method that suits you best.
Method 1 – BUTTONS
How to take a screenshot using the buttons?
Just press the power button and the volume down button at the same time. That’s it — your screenshot has just been saved in your Gallery.
Method 2 – SHORTCUT
How to take a screenshot using the shortcut?
Pull down the notification shade from the top of the screen, find the icon marked with scissors and labeled Screenshot, then tap it. Done! Check your Gallery — your “screen” is already waiting for you.
Method 3 – GESTURE
How to take a screenshot using a gesture?
Place three fingertips on the screen and swipe them down. Yes, it’s that simple and that fast. Don’t believe it’s already done? Open the Gallery and see for yourself!
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