Recording your screen on the Redmi Note 13 Pro is a great way to capture a game-winning moment, create a how-to guide for an app, or save a memorable video call. The process is built right into MIUI, and I've found it to be very reliable once you know where to look.
Access the Screen Recorder
On your Redmi Note 13 Pro, the quickest way is to swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification shade. Then, swipe down again to expand the full Quick Settings panel. Look for a tile labeled Screen recorder. If you don't see it immediately, tap the pencil icon to edit your tiles and drag it into your active panel.
You can also launch it from the Tools folder in your app drawer, where it's simply called "Screen recorder." Opening it from here gives you a few more options before you start.
Start Your Recording
Tap the Screen recorder tile or app icon. A floating control panel will appear on your screen. Before you hit record, tap the gear icon on this panel to adjust your settings. Here, you can choose your video quality, set a countdown timer, and decide whether to show touches on screen.
When you're ready, tap the red record button. You'll get a three-second countdown, and then the recording begins. The floating panel minimizes to a red pill-shaped indicator, so it stays out of your way.
Record Audio with Your Screen
Audio settings are key. Before you start, tap the microphone icon on the floating control panel to choose your audio source. You can record system sounds only (like game audio), system sounds and your microphone, or just your microphone for voice-over.
For clear commentary, I'd make sure you're in a quiet space. The phone's microphone will pick up ambient noise, so recording in a calm environment makes a big difference in the final video's quality.
Stop and Save the Recording
To stop, tap the red recording indicator that's floating on your screen. A notification will immediately pop up saying "Screen recording saved." Tap that notification to play the video right away, or just ignore it and continue using your phone.
All your screen recordings are automatically saved to an album called "Screen recordings" within your Gallery app. They're also sorted by date in the main "Videos" album for easy finding later.
Edit Your Video in Gallery
Open the MIUI Gallery app and find your recording. Tap on it to play, then look for the Edit button. The built-in editor lets you trim the start and end points, which is perfect for cutting out the moments where you were fumbling to start or stop the record.
You can also add filters, text, or music directly within the Gallery app. For more advanced editing, consider using a dedicated app from the Play Store, but for quick cuts, the native tool works just fine.
Understand the Limitations
Due to copyright protection, you can't record video from most streaming apps like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video. The screen will go black, and only the audio might be captured. Secure apps, like those for banking, may also block recording for safety reasons.
This is a standard Android restriction, not a flaw with your phone. Everyday apps, games, and your general navigation will record without any issue.
Share Your Video Easily
Once your clip is ready, open it in the Gallery app and tap the Share button. You'll see all your standard options, from WhatsApp and Telegram to Google Drive and YouTube. The Redmi Note 13 Pro records in high quality, so files can be large.
If you're sharing via a messaging app that has size limits, you might want to trim the video shorter or use a file compressor app from the Play Store before sending.
Try a Third-Party App for More Features
If you need features like drawing on the screen live, streaming directly to a platform, or more granular control over bitrate, a third-party app is the way to go. AZ Screen Recorder is a popular and powerful choice on the Play Store.
These apps require a few more permissions to work, but they offer a lot of flexibility that the built-in tool doesn't have. They're a great option if you plan on doing a lot of screen recording for content creation.
