Introduction
RedNote is as much a photo platform as a video platform. Many of the most popular posts on Xiaohongshu are image carousels (图文, tu wen) — sequences of high-quality photos showcasing travel destinations, outfits, recipes, and more. This guide explains how to save these photos to your device.
Understanding RedNote Image Posts
Image posts on RedNote can contain between 1 and 18 photos. Unlike video posts, there is no single "video file" to download — each image is a separate asset. A good downloader tool should allow you to save all images from a carousel post individually.
Method 1: Built-In App Save (Single Images)
- Open the image post in the RedNote app.
- Long-press on any individual image in the carousel.
- Select "Save image" from the menu that appears.
- The image saves to your photo library.
Repeat for each image in the carousel you want to save. Note: This option may not appear if the creator has disabled saving.
Method 2: Online Downloader Tool (All Images at Once)
For full carousel downloads or when the built-in option isn't available:
- In the RedNote app, tap the share icon on the post.
- Select "Copy link."
- Open your browser and go to rednote.savevideodown.com.
- Switch the mode to "Download Images" at the top.
- Paste the link and click Get Images.
- The tool will display all available images from the post.
- Click the download button next to each image to save them individually.
Method 3: Screenshot (Last Resort)
If other methods are unavailable, you can take screenshots:
- iPhone: Press Side button + Volume Up simultaneously
- Android: Press Power + Volume Down simultaneously
- Windows: Win + Shift + S for Snipping Tool
- Mac: Cmd + Shift + 4 to capture a selected area
Note: Screenshots capture at screen resolution, which may be lower than the original image quality.
Image Quality Tips
- Online tools extract the original uploaded images when possible, which gives the best quality.
- If you see a lower-resolution version, the tool may be returning the platform's compressed CDN version — this is the quality available, as the original upload is not always accessible.
FAQ
Can I download all 18 images from a carousel at once?
Online tools present all available images from a post individually. You'll need to click the download button for each one. Bulk downloading in a single click is not always available due to how platforms host images.
Why are some images unavailable for download?
If the creator has disabled saving, some images may not be accessible. Tools can only retrieve what the platform makes available publicly.
What image formats are downloaded?
Xiaohongshu images are typically in JPEG or WebP format. The tool preserves the original format.
Conclusion
Downloading RedNote photos — whether single images or full carousels — is straightforward with the right method. Use the built-in app feature for quick saves, or an online tool when you need to access the full carousel. Always remember to respect the creator's work and save only content you have the right to keep.