Keyboard settings on Xiaomi: from language change to personalization

The keyboard on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a typing tool, but a whole range of features that can be adapted to your needs. From the standard Gboard (keyboard from Google) to the branded Mi Keyboard, users have a choice how and what settings to configure. But not everyone knows where to look for the right options and how to change them correctly, especially if we are talking about non-obvious features like gestures, auto-replacement or even a few. T9-pre-model.

In this article, we will discuss all the key aspects of setting up the keyboard on Xiaomi devices running under the control of the device. MIUI 12/13/14. You'll learn how to add new languages, change the theme, disable autocorrect, adjust the vibration when pressed, and even return the classic layout if you don't like the new one. And also, we'll deal with the typical problems when the Suddenly keyboard disappears or doesn't switch languages.

Important: The instructions may vary slightly depending on the smartphone model (e.g. Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi 13 Pro) and the firmware version, but the general logic of the settings remains the same. If you use the side of the keyboard (like SwiftKey or Fleksy), some of the features will be available in their own menus, not in the system settings. MIUI.

How to open keyboard settings on Xiaomi

Before you change anything, you need to find the settings menu itself. MIUI There are two main ways to get there, either through system settings or directly from the keyboard interface.

The first method (via Settings):

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the Additional section (or System and Device in new versions) MIUI 14).
3. Select Language and Enter.
4. Slip on the current keyboard (Gboard, Mi Keyboard, or other active keyboard may be displayed here).
5. Click on Settings next to the keyboard name.

The second method (quick access):

• 📱 Open any application that has a text input field (such as Messages or Notes).
• 🔧 Press the gear icon (⚙️) three-point (⋮) on the keyboard, that will open its settings.
• ⚠️ If there is no icon, then you have a third-party keyboard installed - its settings are searched in Settings → Annexes.

If you don't see the keyboard you want, you'll have to install it or activate it first.

1. Back to Settings → Language and input → Current keyboard.
2. Press Keyboard Control.
3. Turn on the switch next to the desired keyboard (such as Gboard).
4. Go back and select it as the default keyboard.

Adding and removing input languages

One of the most common tasks is to change the keyboard language. Xiaomi usually has English and Russian installed by default, but what if you want to, for example, Spanish or Chinese? Or vice versa, how to remove unnecessary languages that interfere with the switching?

To add a new language:

• 🌐 Open the keyboard settings (see previous section).
• 🔍 Find Languages (or Input Languages) in Mi Keyboard).
• 📌 Click Add language and select the one you want from the list (for example, Ukrainian or Ukrainian). Français).
• ✅ Confirm the addition - the language will appear in the active list.

To remove unnecessary language:

1. In the same menu, languages click on the cross (❌) near-touch.
2. Confirm the removal in the window that appears.

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If you need to switch between two languages quickly, close the space on the keyboard and the selection menu will appear. In Gboard, you can set a right/left gesture on the space to change the language.

In some models (for example, POCO X5) There may be a problem when the language is added but not displayed in the switching list:

⚠️ Note: If the language is added but does not appear when you click on the Globe icon (🌍), Try to restart your smartphone. MIUI does not apply changes without restarting.

It is also worth considering that some languages support several layouts, for example, Ytsuken and phonetic (for those who are accustomed to the English layout) are available for Russian.

1. In the list of languages, tap on the language already added (for example, Russian).
2. Choose the preferred layout from the available ones.

Personalization of the appearance of the keyboard

The Mi Keyboard and Gboard brand name allows you to change not only languages, but also the look and feel of themes, button sizes, fonts and even transparency, and let's figure out how to do that.

On Gboard:

• 🎨 Go to the keyboard settings and select Themes.
• 🖼️ Scroll through the list of ready-made themes (there are both standard and image-based ones).
• 🔍 To upload your theme, click My Themes and select Create (you can use any image from the gallery).
• 📏 In the section Size and layout, you can change the height of the keyboard and the location of the buttons.

In Mi Keyboard:

• 🌈 Go to Keyboard Themes.
• 🔄 Only standard themes (dark, light, color) are available here, but they can be downloaded additionally through Get More Them.
• 📱 In the layout section, you can select One-handed mode (convenient for large screens).

If you don’t like the standard options, you can set the theme side from Google Play. For example, the Kika Keyboard app offers hundreds of designs, but beware – some themes may contain ads.

Another useful trick is to resize the keyboard, which is important for owners of smartphones with large screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi). K60 Pro, where the standard keyboard seems too bulky.In Gboard:

1. Open the keyboard settings.
2. Go to Size.
3. Move the Height slider to the left to reduce the keyboard.

Set up auto-replacement, text predictions and gestures

Auto-replacement and word prediction are useful functions, but sometimes they work too intrusively, so let's figure out how to set them up or turn them off.

On Gboard:

• ✍️ Correction of text → Here you can turn on/off auto-replacement, automatic comma placement and predict the next word.
• 🔤 In the Dictionary section, you can add your own words (such as jargon or names) that the keyboard will recognize.
• 👆 In Gesture, set up swiping left/right over the space to switch languages or move the cursor.

In Mi Keyboard:

• 📝 Smart input → Auto-replacement and tips are managed here.
• 🔍 Personal dictionary – Add words you use often, but the keyboard doesn’t recognize them.
• ⚡ Quick phrases – save frequently used expressions (such as email or address) for quick insertion.

If the keyboard starts to correct words incorrectly (for example, replaces “hello” with “hello”), try resetting it:

⚠️ Warning: Resetting your keyboard will delete all saved words and phrases. To do this, go to Settings → Annexes → keyboard MIUI (Gboard) → Warehouse → Clear the data.

For those who are typing a lot, it is useful to adjust gestures:

• 👉 Swipe your finger to the left over the space - the cursor will move to the left (convenient for corrections).
• 👈 Swipe right over the space - the cursor will move to the right.
• 👆 Swipe up the space - hide the keyboard.

Set up vibrations, sounds and other parameters

Tactile recoil and the sounds of pressing the keys are a matter of taste. Some people like a clear vibration, and some people it interferes. MIUI These parameters are configured separately for each keyboard.

On Gboard:

• 🔊 Sound when pressed - turn on or off the beep.
• 📳 Vibration when pressed – adjust the strength and duration of the vibration.
• 🎵 Space Sound – a separate setting for sound when you press the space.

In Mi Keyboard:

• 🔕 Sound effects – control of keyboard sounds.
• 🤳 Tactile feedback – vibration setting (you can choose Short, Long or No).
• 🌓 Night mode – automatically turns off sounds and vibrations in the dark.

If the vibration is working too hard or weak, check the general settings of the smartphone:

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Vibration.
2. Make sure the vibration intensity slider is set up comfortably.

Another useful option is automatic double character correction, and if you frequently accidentally click the same letter twice (like “hello”), include this option in Text Correction (available on Gboard).

Solving typical keyboard issues on Xiaomi

Sometimes the keyboard on Xiaomi behaves strangely: it disappears, does not switch languages or "hangs" We will figure out how to fix the most common mistakes.

Problem 1: The Suddenly keyboard disappeared when you typed in text.

• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone – it helps 80% of the time.
• 🔧 Check if the keyboard is disabled in Settings → Language and input → Current keyboard.
• 📱 If the problem persists, clear the keyboard cache in Settings → Annexes → keyboard MIUI (Gboard) → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

Problem 2: Don’t switch languages (you click on the globe, but nothing happens).

• 🌍 Make sure you add at least two languages in your keyboard settings.
• 🔄 Check if your gesture settings are lost (for example, if you have swiped the language over the space).
• 📲 Try reinstalling the keyboard (remove updates to Google Play and install again).

Problem 3: The keyboard is slowing down or hanging.

• 🧹 Clear the cache and keyboard data in the app settings.
• 🔋 Check if the battery is discharged – with a low charge MIUI It may limit productivity.
• 📴 If the problem persists, try another keyboard (e.g. SwiftKey).

On some models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) The keyboard can "lag" due to a lack of RAM, in which case it will help to disable animations in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers and disable window animation).

Gboard and Mi Keyboard Comparison: Which One to Choose?

Xiaomi users have a choice between two main keyboards: the branded Mi Keyboard and Google's Gboard. Which one is better? Let's figure out the pros and cons.

If you want to maximize integration with MIUI And if you want to have a minimalist design, you can go with the Mi Keyboard, which is less weighty and doesn't conflict with system updates, but if you want advanced features like real-time translation, GIF search, or voice input, Gboard is the best option.

It’s also worth considering that Gboard is updated more often and supports more languages, including regional dialects. and the Mi Keyboard may be more convenient for those using Xiaomi-specific features, such as quickly entering emojis through a long space tap.

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If you type in multiple languages often, Gboard offers more flexible switching settings, such as setting up automatic language definitions from the first letters of a word.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up the keyboard on Xiaomi