How to completely disable T9 on Xiaomi Redmi 10: 3 working methods

Keyboard with auto-replacement function T9 Xiaomi Redmi 10 is often a source of annoyance: it corrects words on the fly, substitutes incorrect options and slows down typing. MIUI-Keyboards or Gboard, the standard solutions for Xiaomi smartphones, in this article we will discuss how to completely deactivate. T9 Redmi 10 without loss of keyboard functionality, including hidden settings and alternative methods.

The problem is that the manufacturer doesn't always provide an obvious switch to disable autocorrection. Depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13 or 14) and the keyboard installed, the path to settings may differ. We tested all the current methods on firmware from 2023 to 2026 and put them together in one guide. If you're tired of having a smartphone guess your words instead of just typing them, read on.

Why T9 is in the way: the main problems of Redmi 10 users

The auto-replace feature was originally designed to speed up typing, but in practice it often works against the user. Here are typical complaints from Redmi 10 owners:

• 🔄 Incorrect fixes: Keyboard replaces specialized terms (e.g, MIUI mui) or proper names.
• ⏳ Delays in entry: T9 Analyzes each word, which slows down the printing by 0.3-0.5 seconds.
• 📱 Conflict with dialects: If you use regional words or slang, the system does not recognize them.
• 🔍 Difficulty of disabling: in some versions MIUI The option is hidden in the depth of the menu.

Interestingly, the Redmi Note 10 and other line models solve the problem in a similar way, but the Redmi 10 has nuances due to hardware limitations (the Helio G88 processor and 4 GB of RAM). For example, third-party keyboards can slow down when active auto-replace.

Method 1: Disconnection T9 standard MIUI-keyboard

If you use a native keyboard from Xiaomi, follow these steps. Note: in MIUI 14, the path to settings has changed compared to MIUI 12, so we will give you current screenshots.

1. Open any application to enter text (such as Messages or Notes).
2. Tap the input field to make the keyboard appear.
3. Press the gear icon (⚙️) keyboard.
4. Go to the Text Input section → Auto-replacement.
5. Turn off the switches: 🔘 Auto-replacement 🔘 Automatic comma placement 🔘 Prediction of words

Keyboard settings

Resetting settings

If Auto Replace is not on the menu, you have an outdated version of the keyboard, update it via Google Play or use Method 3 (below).

⚠️ Warning: Once autoreplace is disabled, the keyboard can start emphasizing all words as "mistakes." That's OK -- that's how spell checking without a dictionary works. T9. To remove the emphasis, turn off Spelling Check in the same settings.

Method 2: Setting up Gboard (Google keyboard)

Gboard is a popular alternative to the standard keyboard on Redmi 10, which offers more flexibility in settings, but auto-replacement is also active by default.

1. Open Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard.
2. Select Gboard (if it is not listed, install it from Google Play).
3. Go to Text Input → Correction of the text.
4. Turn it off: 🔘 Auto-replacement 🔘 Show sentences when entering 🔘 Automatic comma placement

Dictionary

Clearing the training data

To reset the dictionary completely, go to Settings → Apps → Gboard → Storage → Clear the data. This will delete all saved words, but will not affect system settings.

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If the keyboard is too "empty" after the T9 is turned off, turn back Show hints (no auto-replacement) and this will return the keys, but will not correct the words automatically.

Method 3: Using ADB for deep shutdown (for advanced)

If standard methods do not help, you can resort to ADB-This is a way for users who are willing to work with a computer, and it allows you to disable auto-replacement at the system level, even if you don't have that option in the interface.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with ADB-tools installed.
• 📱 Redmi 10 with Debugging enabled USB.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Steps:

1. Activate Developer Mode on your phone: go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB Debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute: adb shell settings put secure spell_checker_enabled 0
4. To disable predictions, type: adb shell settings put secure text_correction_enabled 0
5. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause system failures, and if you're not sure what you're doing, skip this method. MIUI settings may reset.

Alternative keyboards without T9 for Redmi 10

If neither of these methods works, consider installing a third-party keyboard. We tested a few options on Redmi 10 and picked the best ones:

• 📱 AnySoftKeyboard: Open Source, Minimalist Design, No Auto-Replacement by Default.
• 🔤 Simple Keyboard: No extra features, supports swipes, but no T9.
• ⚡ Fleksy: Quick keyboard with customizable gestures (you can disable all “smart” functions).

To install an alternative keyboard:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard.
3. Activate the new keyboard and set it by default.
4. In the new keyboard settings, disable all options related to Auto Replacement and Prediction.

On Redmi 10 with 4GB of RAM, all of the keyboards listed are stable, but Fleksy may consume a little more memory due to the animations. If you notice lags, clear the app's cache.

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Third-party keyboards often offer more customization options than standard solutions from Xiaomi or Google.However, they can collect data about your input - check the privacy policy before installing.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you turn off the T9, Redmi 10 users often face typical problems.

• 🔄 Settings reset after the update: This happens due to a reset of the keyboard settings. MIUI Re-configures the parameters manually.
• 📵 Keyboard not responding to changes: Reboot your phone or clear the keyboard app cache in Settings → Annexes.
• 🔍 No Auto Replace option visible: Update your keyboard via Google Play or use it ADB-method.
• 📱 The words are highlighted in red: These are the individual spell checks. Turn them off in the keyboard settings.

If you’re using MIUI 13 or later, look at Gboard’s Smart Reply feature, which can automatically offer instant messenger responses — and it should also be turned off in the Text Input → Smart Reply settings.

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