How to completely disable T9 on Xiaomi: from keyboard to system prompts

Auto-replacement of the T9 on Xiaomi smartphones is often a source of annoyance: it corrects correctly written words, substitutes bad options or slows down typing. The problem is complicated by the fact that in different versions of MIUI (12 to 14) and on different models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11), the path to disabling this feature may be different. Moreover, even after turning off in the keyboard settings, auto-replace sometimes continues to work due to integrated system services Xiaomi.

In this article, we’ll break down all the possible ways to disable the T9, from standard settings to hidden settings and ADB commands.

• 📱 Standard keyboard MIUI (com.miui.mint.latin)
• 🔍 Systemic clues and search
• 📝 Applications of third-party manufacturers (WhatsApp, Telegram)
• 🔧 Hidden settings through ADB and Developer Options

We will pay special attention to the unique feature of MIUI 14: even after disabling auto-replacement in the keyboard settings, the system can continue to analyze the input text through the Xiaomi Cloud service.

1. disable the T9 in the standard MIUI keyboard

To start with, the obvious is the built-in keyboard settings, which works for most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models on MIUI 12-14, but there are nuances.

Open any field to enter text (such as notes or a message), then:

1. Touch the badge. ⚙️ (gears) on the keyboard to open the settings.
2. Go to the Text Input section → Auto-replacement.
3. Turn off the sliders: 🔄 Auto-replacement (main function) T9) 📝 Autocomplete (word hints) 🔤 Predicting the next word

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Important: On some models (for example, Redmi Note 11 with a MIUI 13.5) The Auto-Replacement section may be called Text Correction or Intellectual Input. If you don't find the right item, search by settings (icon). 🔍 top-right).

⚠️ Warning: After disabling auto-replacement in the keyboard MIUI The system can continue to offer fixes through Xiaomi Cloud to get rid of the entire system. T9, Move to the next section.

2. Disable Xiaomi Cloud Tips (MIUI 13–14)

With MIUI 13, Xiaomi has integrated cloud-based word processing that runs parallel to the local keyboard, and even if you have disabled auto-replacement in the settings, the system can send inputs to Xiaomi servers for analysis and return "improved" options to stop this:

Go to Settings → Memory and Device → Additional → Special Features → Keyboard Settings (the path may vary depending on the version of MIUI).

• 🌐 Cloud offers - turn off this slider.
• 📊 Improved input – deactivate this option.
• 🔄 Sync the dictionary – disable if you don’t want your frequently used words to be sent to the cloud.

If auto-replacement still works after these actions, check if Child Mode or Parental Control is activated – they may force text correction to be enabled. Also make sure you don’t use one-hand mode (Settings → Special Features → One-hand Mode), as it often activates simplified keyboard settings with forced auto-replacement.

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3. Reset keyboard settings to factory

If previous methods have not worked, try resetting your keyboard settings, which will help in cases where:

• 🔄 Settings went down after the update MIUI.
• 📱 The keyboard is unstable (hangs, letters disappear).
• 🔧 You've been experimenting with settings. ADB or Developer Options.

For discharge:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the MIUI Keyboard app (or com.miui.mint.latin).
3. Open Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: After resetting, you will have to reconfigure all keyboard settings, including layouts, themes, and custom words. If you use multiple languages, you will also need to add them again to Settings. → Additionally. → Language and input.

Alternative: If the reset didn't work, try temporarily switching to another keyboard (like Gboard) and then backing back up. MIUI:

Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard → Keyboard management

Disable T9 via Developer Options (for power users)

If standard methods fail, you can use the developer's hidden settings, which are suitable for users who are not afraid to change system settings, and we warn you that improper actions can lead to keyboard failures.

First, activate the Developer Mode:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and click on it 7 times in a row.
3. Enter your Xiaomi account password if required.

Now open Settings → More → For developers and find:

• 🔧 show_touches — Turn it off (if it's on).
• 📝 force_rtl_if_locale — should be off.
• 🔄 disable_spell_check — Turn on this setting (disables spell check at system level).

To completely disable auto replacement, you can also use the ADB command. Connect the phone to your computer, install ADB Tools and do:

adb shell settings put secure spell_checker_enabled 0

⚠️ Change settings through Developer Options or ADB If artifacts (disappearing letters, hangings) appear after the changes, return the settings to the original values or reset the keyboard, as described in the third section.

5. disable T9 in specific applications (WhatsApp, Telegram, Chrome)

Some apps (like WhatsApp or Telegram) have their own auto-replace mechanisms that run on top of the system keyboard to disable the T9 in them:

For WhatsApp:

1. Open the chat and tap the input field.
2. Press on. ⚙️ (junction.
3. Select Text Input Settings → Disable WhatsApp Auto Replacement.

For Telegram:

• 📌 Go to Settings. → chat → Auto-replacement.
• 🔄 Turn off the slider Repairing typos.

For Google Chrome:

• 🌐 Open the browser, enter in the address bar chrome://flags.
• 🔍 Find the Android Show Suggestions flag.
• 🔧 Set the Disabled value and restart the browser.

If the application does not have separate auto-replacement settings, try:

• 📱 Install a third-party keyboard (such as Gboard or SwiftKey) and disable auto-replacement.
• 🔧 Use it. ADB-command to disable system spelling check (see section 4).

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If auto-replace appears in only one app, try clearing its cache: Settings → Apps → [App Name] → Storage → Clear the cache. This often helps reset temporary input settings.

6. Alternative keyboards without T9

If none of these methods worked, consider installing an alternative keyboard. Here are the best options for Xiaomi where auto replacement can be turned off completely:

• 🔤 Gboard (Google) – in the settings, turn off Auto Replacement, Next Word Prediction, and Cloud Suggestions.
• 📱 SwiftKey (Microsoft) – has flexible auto-replace settings, including the ability to disable for specific applications.
• 🔧 AnySoftKeyboard - open source, minimalist design, without unnecessary "features".
• 📝 Hacker’s Keyboard – for those who prefer a classic layout without “intelligent” features.

To install an alternative keyboard:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual Keyboard → Keyboard management.
3. Activate the new keyboard and set it by default.
4. Open the keyboard settings and turn off all auto-replace options.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party keyboards, Xiaomi may display an "unsafe input" warning. MIUI For any keyboard other than the system keyboard, to remove the warning, add the keyboard to your trusted app list in Settings. → Confidentiality → Special access → Other settings.

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Third-party keyboards (such as Gboard) often work more stable than the MIUI system keyboard, especially on older models (Redmi 9, POCO M3).

7.If nothing helps: reset to factory settings

In extremely rare cases, the T9 auto-replacement can be sewn into firmware at the system service level.

• 📱 Smartphones with global firmware (for example, for the European market), where auto replacement is enabled by default and does not turn off.
• 🔧 Devices with custom firmware (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience) where settings are available MIUI They may not work properly.
• 🔄 Appliances after a failed update when system files are damaged.

In such cases, a full reset to factory settings will help.

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For discharge:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Delete all data.
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

After discharge:

• 🔧 Do not restore settings from backup – this can return the problem with the backup. T9.
• 📱 Install an alternative keyboard (such as Gboard) immediately after the first setup.
• 🔄 Turn off auto-replacement in the new keyboard before use begins.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO F3) After reset, re-activation may be required OEM Unlock in Developer Options if you plan to use it ADB or install custom firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling the T9 on Xiaomi