How to completely disable the T9 on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 S: detailed instructions with pictures

Why T9 Auto Replacement is Irritating to Redmi Note 10 S Users – and How to Fix It

Xiaomi’s T9 auto-replace feature should make typing easier, but often becomes a source of annoyance. Redmi Note 10 S owners complain of word corrections, input delays and forced substitution of unnecessary options, especially in MIUI 14/15, where auto-replacement algorithms have become more aggressive than in previous versions.

Compounding the problem, Xiaomi defaults to its Mi Keyboard (formerly com.miui.miuikeyboard), where the T9 settings are hidden deep in the menu. Even after manually disabling auto-replacement, some users find that the feature is activated spontaneously after a system update or reset. In this article, we will examine all the working ways to disable the T9, from standard to alternative solutions.

It's important to understand that T9 and auto-replace are not exactly the same thing. The classic T9 (like on push-button phones) is rare on Android, but aggressive auto-correction, which replaces words by algorithm, is exactly what you want to turn off most of the time.

Method 1: Disable auto-replacement in the standard MIUI keyboard

If you use Xiaomi’s native keyboard (Mi Keyboard), the algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. Open any field to enter text (such as Notes or Messages).
2. Touch the gear badge (⚙️) on the keyboard to go to its settings.
3. Select Text Input → Auto Replacement and Suggestions.
4. Turn off the sliders: 🔄 Auto-replacement (main function) T9) 📝 Suggest words when entering 🔤 Automatically insert a space after the word is selected (optional)

On the Redmi Note 10 S with MIUI 14/15, the path may be slightly different: sometimes the Auto Replace option is hidden in Additional Settings → Text correction. If you do not find the right section, use the search by settings (the magnifying icon in the upper right corner).

Check out the MIUI version (Settings → About the phone)

Make sure the keyboard is not updated through Google Play

Take a screenshot of the current keyboard settings (in case of reset)

Reboot your phone after the changes-->

⚠️ Attention: Some Xiaomi firmware may lose keylights or change the theme of the keyboard after autoreplacement is disabled. MIUI — return the previous look will help reinstall the keyboard through Settings → Annexes → Application management → Mi Keyboard → Reset.

Method 2: Go to Gboard (Google Keyboard) and configure it

If Xiaomi’s standard keyboard persists in not saving settings, the best way to do this is to install Gboard, which is Google’s official keyboard, which is more flexible in settings and less likely to reset settings.

Instructions:

1. Download Gboard from Google Play.
2. Activate it: go to Settings → System & Device → Language & Input → Current Keyboard and select Gboard.
3. Open the Gboard settings (image) ⚙️ on the keyboard) and go to: 📱 Correction of text → Turn off Auto Replacement and Show Offers 🔍 Dictionary → Remove unnecessary languages (they may interfere with the language) 🎨 Topics → Choose a user-friendly design (e.g. Material You for a dark topic)

The advantage of Gboard is that it syncs settings with your Google account, so if you log in to the same profile on another device, all auto-replace options will be transferred automatically, and Gboard has a One-handed mode that is not available on the standard Xiaomi keyboard.

Standard Mi Keyboard

Gboard (Google)

SwiftKey

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Method 3: Disable T9 via ADB (for power users)

If none of the above methods worked, the radical way is to turn off auto-replacement at the system level via the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting the phone to a computer and executing commands.

Step-by-step:

1. Enable Developer Mode on Redmi Note 10 S: 🔧 Go to Settings. → The phone. 🔨 7 times press the version MIUI, Notice: “You have become a developer" 🔗 Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers and enable debugging by USB

Connect your phone to your PC, install ADB Tools, and execute the commands:

adb shell settings put secure spell_checker_enabled 0


adb shell settings put secure text_correction_enabled 0

These commands will disable spell check and autocorrect at the system level. After the phone is restarted, the changes will take effect. Note: on some Xiaomi firmware, these parameters may reset after the MIUI update.

Alternative keyboards for Redmi Note 10 S: SwiftKey, Fleksy and AnySoftKeyboard comparison

If neither the standard keyboard nor the Gboard suits you, consider alternatives. We tested three popular variants on the Redmi Note 10 S with MIUI 15:

In our opinion, SwiftKey is the best choice for those who print a lot and want smart auto replacement (but not aggressive, as in MIUI). Fleksy is suitable for fans of minimalism, and AnySoftKeyboard is for those who value privacy.

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If you often type in two languages, in the keyboard settings, turn on the option to Show the keyboard language on the panel (there is in Gboard and SwiftKey), which will allow you to quickly switch between swipe layouts by space.

Frequent issues after T9 shutdown and how to fix them

Disabling auto-replacement can have unexpected consequences, and here are the most common problems and solutions:

• 🔠 The keys are missing: It's a bug MIUI. Return it to the keyboard settings → Topics → The color of the lights.
• 📱 Keyboard slows down: Clear the app cache (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Keyboard → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
• 🔤 Swipe: Turn them back on in the keyboard settings (Swipe input).
• 🔍 Disappeared Emoji: Install a separate emoji app (like Emoji Kitchen) or change the keyboard.

If you notice that word sentences are completely gone after you turn off the T9 (even when you need them), check the Show hint settings — you may have disabled not only auto-replacement, but also predictive input. These features are often related, but can be configured separately.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi firmware (especially custom ones), disabling auto-replacement may cause the system keyboard to fail. If the keyboard stops opening after the changes, install any alternative one (such as Gboard) and make it the default keyboard.

How to permanently block auto-update MIUI keyboard

One of the reasons why T9 settings are reset is to automatically update system applications via Google Play.

1. Open Google Play and find the Mi Keyboard app.
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and uncheck the checkmark with Auto Update.
3. For reliability, disable auto-update for all system applications: 📱 Go to Google Play Settings → Auto-update of applications 🔧 Choose Not to Update Automatically

If you use custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the MIUI keyboard may be missing altogether, in which case the problem is solved by installing any third-party keyboard from Google Play.

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Disabling auto-update system applications can affect security, and check regularly for critical updates manually.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions About Disabling the T9 on the Redmi Note 10 S