How to set up a keyboard on Xiaomi: from language to gestures and themes

Why setting up a keyboard on Xiaomi is more important than it seems

The keyboard on Xiaomi is not just a typing tool, but a whole range of features that can make communication easier and more difficult if the settings are not chosen correctly. Many users have been uncomfortable for years: Too small buttons, auto-replacement that "corrects" words for nonsense, or lack of layout. MIUI And the new HyperOS hides a lot of opportunities for fine-tuning - from changing the size of the keys to creating your own gestures.

In this article, we will discuss all the key aspects: how to add new languages, change the theme of design, customize T9-Predictions, disable vibration when pressed, and also consider the nuances for different models – from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Xiaomi 14. Particular attention will be paid to the problems faced by users after updating the firmware, when the keyboard settings are reset or begin to work incorrectly.

If you've ever caught yourself thinking that messaging takes too long or the keyboard is "living its own life," this guide will help you regain control. And for those who've just moved from iOS or another Android smartphone, we've compared the standard Xiaomi keyboard to alternatives like Gboard or SwiftKey.

How to open keyboard settings: 3 ways

Before you start to change the settings, you need to find the settings section itself, and depending on the firmware version and the smartphone model, the path may differ.

• 📱 Through the notification panel: unwrap the curtain, find the icon "⚙️ Settings" (or swipe down twice), then go to Additional Settings → Language and input → Current keyboard.
• 🔍 Through Search: Swipe down the main screen, type “keyboard” in the search bar and select “Language and input” or “keyboard management".
• 💬 From the active input field: Open any application with a text field (for example, Messages), tap the text field - an icon will appear above the keyboard "⚙️" or "⋯", tap him.

On smartphones with HyperOS (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi) K70) The path may be a little different: Settings → Personalization → Language and input → If you have a third-party keyboard (such as Gboard), the settings will be opened separately, usually through an icon "⚙️" right on the keyboard panel.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5) post-update MIUI 14.0.5+ Xiaomi's standard keyboard may disappear from the list of available keyboards, in which case it will have to be reinstalled through Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Show it all. → Keyboard Xiaomi (click "Enable").

Adding and removing layout languages

One of the most common problems is the lack of the right language or layout, for example, many users want to switch between Russian and English without unnecessary action, and some need support from Ukrainian, Kazakh or even Hebrew.

1. Open the keyboard settings (see the previous section).
2. Select "Input Languages" or "Language Management".
3. Click Add Language and find the one you want in the list. Some languages (like Chinese) have a number of layout options available: pinyin, handwriting, etc.
4. After adding the language will appear in the keyboard panel – you can swipe between them by space (in the standard Xiaomi keyboard) or click on the globe icon.

To remove the unwanted language, go back to the list of languages, click on the "⋯" Please note that if you delete all languages except one, the keyboard may start to work unstable - always leave at least two.

⚠️ Note: On smartphones with regional firmware (such as China), some languages may be blocked. To unlock them, you will have to change the region in the Settings settings. → Additionally. → Region or install global firmware.

Changes in the theme and appearance of the keyboard

Xiaomi's standard keyboard supports theme change, but many users are unaware of the feature. Appearance can be changed through both built-in settings and third-party apps.

• 🎨 Color scheme: In the keyboard settings, select "Themes" or "Design"; options are available from minimal black to bright gradients; HyperOS also has dynamic themes that adjust to the wallpaper of the screen.
• 🔠 Size and shape of keys: in the "Makeup" or "Size" section, you can increase / decrease buttons, change their shape (rectangular, rounded), and adjust the height of the strings.
• 🌙 Dark Mode: If you have a system dark mode on, the keyboard automatically adjusts to it. To force a dark theme to be turned on, look for the color theme option and select Dark Theme".
• 🖼️ Background image: Some versions of the keyboard allow you to set your own photo as a background (Section "Background" or "Image").

For deeper customization, you can install third-party themes from the Mi Theme Store (not available on all regional firmware), such as the "Neon Keys" theme adds neon keylights, and "Minimalist Black" makes the keyboard completely black with white characters.

Important: if after changing the theme, the keyboard began to slow down or hang, return the standard design - some custom themes conflict with animations MIUI.

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To quickly return a standard theme, press the space on the keyboard and select Reset design settings.

Predictions, Auto-Replacement and T9

Xiaomi's text prediction system is powered by artificial intelligence, but sometimes its mind plays against the user, for example, it can stubbornly replace the right words with the wrong ones or offer irrelevant options.

1. Disable auto-replacement

If the keyboard is constantly "correcting" your words:

1. Go to Keyboard Settings → Text input → Auto-Replacement.
2. Turn off the Automatic Replacement slider.
3. Optionally: disable "Automatic comma placement" and "Autocapital letters" if they interfere.

2. Cleaning up the dictionary

If the keyboard has memorized the wrong words or jargon you no longer use:

1. Go to Settings. → System system → Language and input → User's dictionary.
2. Click on “Clear Data” or delete specific words manually.

3.Tune in. T9 (word-prediction)

To improve the accuracy of predictions:

• 📊 Enable Adaptive Predictions in your keyboard settings – the system will take into account your writing style.
• 🔄 In the Synchronization section, connect your Google or Xiaomi account to sync predictions between devices.
• 🚫 Add prohibited words to the blacklist (Ignored words section").

HyperOS has a feature called Contextual Tips, where the keyboard analyzes the subject of your conversation and suggests relevant phrases. For example, if you're discussing a meeting, it can say, "Let's meet at 18:00." To enable it, look for the "Contextual Input" option in the settings.

Gestures and additional keyboard functions

Xiaomi's keyboard supports several hidden gestures that speed up typing, which most users don't use, although they can save a lot of time:

• 👆 Swipe up the space: switching between languages (works if multiple layouts are added).
• 👉 Swipe left by space: moving the cursor to the left (convenient for correcting typos).
• 👈 Swipe to the right on the space: moving the cursor to the right.
• 🔍 Double tap on the space: insert point and space (setting is included in the section "Gestural gestures").
• 🎤 Comma Clutch: Quick transition to voice input (if the function is enabled).

In addition, in the settings can be activated:

• 🔤 Single-handed mode: shifts the keyboard left or right for easy dialing with one hand (included in the "Makeup" section").
• 🔊 Sound cues: clicks when you press keys (useful for those who are used to tactile feedback).
• 📱 Floating keyboard: allows you to move the input panel around the screen (comfortable for large smartphones like Xiaomi 13 Ultra).

HyperOS models have a Smart Reply feature, which offers quick answers to messages right in the input panel, for example, when you're coming, it can say, "In 10 minutes" or "I'm coming out now." To enable it, look for the option in the "Smart input" section.

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Keyboard gestures only work on a standard Xiaomi keyboard; in Gboard or SwiftKey, they may be different or absent.

Solving common keyboard problems

Even after setting up the keyboard correctly, Xiaomi can malfunction. Here are the most common problems and solutions:

If the keyboard started to "glue" after updating to MIUI 15 or HyperOS, try the following steps:

1. Remove Keyboard Updates in Settings → Annexes → Keyboard Xiaomi → ⋯ → Remove updates.
2. Clear the data and the app cache.
3. Reboot your smartphone.
4. Update the keyboard via Google Play (if available).

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi 12 with firmware for India) may not have a standard keyboard, in which case you can download it separately from the Mi App Store on request "Mi Keyboard".

Comparison of Xiaomi’s standard keyboard with alternatives

Many users prefer to install third-party keyboards such as Gboard (from Google), SwiftKey (from Microsoft) or Fleksy. Let's compare them to the standard solution from Xiaomi:

So which keyboard to choose?

• 🏆 Xiaomi keyboard is suitable for those who appreciate minimalism and do not want to install third-party applications. MIUI/HyperOS It consumes less battery.
• 🌍 Gboard is the best choice for multilingual input and accurate predictions, ideal for those who often write in multiple languages or use voice input.
• ⚡ SwiftKey is popular with those who like customization and advanced gestures. great for larger screens (e.g. Xiaomi Mix Fold 3).

If you decide to switch to a third-party keyboard, do not forget to turn off the standard in the settings so that it does not interfere with the work:

1. Go to Settings → System → Language and input.
2. Select “Current Keyboard” and turn off “Xiaomi Keyboard”.
3. Activate a new keyboard (such as Gboard).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions