How to completely disable T9 on Xiaomi Redmi 7: all ways

The Xiaomi Redmi 7 is still a popular budget smartphone, but its signature MIUI keyboard with T9 (automated and word prompting) feature often annoys users. Inaccurate fixes, intrusive prompts, or simply the desire to type without AI "help" prompts them to look for ways to disable this feature. Unlike new models, where keyboard settings are made prominently, in Redmi 7 with MIUI 10/11, the path to disabling the T9 is hidden deeper - and not always obvious.

In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven ways to disable auto-replacement, including hidden MIUI settings, third-party keyboards, and even system tricks for those who have failed standard methods, and focus on the nuances of firmware and how to avoid typical bugs — such as why the T9 might turn on again after an update or how to return settings if the keyboard “broken” after experiments.

What is the T9 on Xiaomi and why you want to turn it off

The T9 (or Text on 9 keys) function was originally developed for push-button phones, where you had to type text with digital keys. In smartphones, this technology has transformed into an auto-replacement and prompt system that:

• 🔄 Automatically corrects typos (sometimes mistakenly).
• 📝 Continue the words after the first letters.
• 🔍 Analyzes frequently used phrases and adds them to the dictionary.
• 🌐 Supports multiple languages at the same time (which often interferes with the language).

On Xiaomi Redmi 7 T9 implemented through the proprietary keyboard MIUI Keyboard (formerly Baidu IME).

• ❌ The algorithm “corrects” the correct words (for example, names or terms).
• ⏳ Slows down typing due to constant prompts.
• 🔒 Do not allow you to enter passwords or logins without "help".
• 📱 Eats resources on a weak Snapdragon 632 processor.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi 7 firmware (especially custom) disable T9 Save important words (such as rare terms) in notes before changes!

Interesting fact: MIUI 12+ changed the T9 function to Smart Input, but the essence remained the same. On Redmi 7 with MIUI 10/11, the name in the settings may differ - look for items with the words "Auto-Replace", "Hints" or "Fix".

Method 1: Disable T9 via standard keyboard settings

The most obvious method is to use the MIUI Keyboard settings menu, but on Redmi 7, the path to these settings is not always intuitive.

1. Open any field to enter text (such as Messages or Notes).
2. Touch the badge. ⚙️ "Settings" on the keyboard (usually to the right of the space).
3. Select Keyboard Settings → Text input (or Language and input in some firmware).
4. Go to Auto Replacement or Smart Entering.
5. Turn off the sliders: 🔘 Auto-replacement 🔘 Input tips 🔘 Correction of typos

If there is no Auto Replacement, try:

• 🔍 In search of settings (Settings) → Search) enter "keyboard".
• 📱 Switch to English interface – sometimes the names of items change.

Is the field open for text input (keyboard active)?

Is there a badge? ⚙️ on the keyboard (if not, use method 2)?

Have you tried the search for settings?

Is a backup of a user dictionary (for custom firmware) made?

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On MIUI 10.3.2.0 and below, the "Auto-Replace" option may be hidden in the "Advanced" section inside the keyboard settings. If you don't find it, move on to the next method.

Method 2: Reset keyboard settings to factory

If the T9 is on dead and doesn't turn off through the menu, resetting the keyboard will help, and it will bring all the parameters back to the factory, including the dictionary and languages. Importantly, after the reset, you will have to add words again to the user's dictionary.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search, type in the MIUI Keyboard (or Keyboard).
3. Select the app and click Storage.
4. Tap Clear the data and confirm the action.

⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI After resetting the data, the keyboard may stop opening, in which case restart the phone or install a third-party keyboard (see Method 4).

If the reset didn't help, it's possible the T9 settings are blocked by MIUI policies. Check if the phone has a child mode or a work profile set up - they can limit keyboard changes.

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

If standard methods don't work, you can turn off the T9 via the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting your phone to your computer and basic command line knowledge. Redmi 7 supports ADB, but you need to:

• 🖥️ Install ADB Tools on PC.
• 📱 Turn on Debugging. USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers).
• 🔌 Connect Redmi 7 to your PC and confirm your trust in your device.

Commands to disable auto-replacement:

adb shell settings put secure spell_checker_enabled 0


adb shell settings put secure auto_correction_enabled 0

To disable the clues:

adb shell settings put secure show_suggestion 0

After you've done the commands, restart your phone. If the T9 still works, try the extra command:

adb shell pm clear com.miui.miuikeyboard

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause system failures. Do not change other parameters through ADB, unless they are sure of their appointment!

Method 4: Install a third-party keyboard (Gboard, SwiftKey, etc.)

If fighting the MIUI Keyboard seems pointless, it's easier to install an alternative keyboard. Redmi 7 works well:

• 🎹 Gboard (from Google) – flexible auto-replacement settings, gesture support.
• ⚡ SwiftKey (from Microsoft) – smart tips, but they can be turned off.
• 🔒 AnySoftKeyboard – Minimalist keyboard without unnecessary functions.
• 🌐 Fleksy – keyboard with emphasis on speed dialing.

Installation instructions:

1. Download the keyboard from Google Play (such as Gboard).
2. After installation, open any input field and tap the keyboard icon in the notification bar.
3. Select a new keyboard and confirm the switch.
4. In the settings of the new keyboard, turn off: 🔘 Auto-replacement 🔘 Hints 🔘 Correction of typos

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If after installing the third-party keyboard, the MIUI Keyboard continues to appear, go to Settings → Language and Input → Current keyboard and turn off the tick opposite the MIUI Keyboard.

Method 5: Edit system files (root only)

If you have root rights to Redmi 7, you can turn off T9 at the system file level, which is risky, but it's 100% effective.

• 📱 Root access (for example, via Magisk).
• 🛠️ Root Explorer (Root Explorer, Solid Explorer).
• 🔧 Backup copy of system files.

Instructions:

1. Open the file manager and go to /system/usr/keyboard or /data/data/com.miui.miuikeyboard.
2. Find files: settings.xml - contains auto-replacement settings. dictionaries - folder with dictionaries.

settings.xml

<setting id="auto_correction" value="true" />


<setting id="show_suggestions" value="true" />

Replace true with false.

Save the changes and restart the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can lead to bootloop (cyclical reboot). TWRP change!

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If the keyboard stopped working after editing system files, restore the original files from the backup or reinstall MIUI Keyboard through Settings → Applications.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the T9 is turned off, Redmi 7 users are faced with nuances.

1.T9 turns on itself after MIUI update

Reason: the system keyboard was updated, and the settings reset.

Decision:

• 🔄 Repeat the shutdown via settings (Method 1).
• 📵 Turn off automatic updates MIUI Keyboard in Google Play.

2. no changes are saved in the keyboard settings

Reason: Cache failure or firmware limitations.

Decision:

• 🧹 Clear the keyboard cache (Settings) → Annexes → MIUI Keyboard → Clear the cache).
• 🔧 Install a third-party keyboard (Method 4).

3.The keyboard is lagging after the T9 is turned off

Cause: conflict with other functions (e.g. voice input).

Decision:

• ⚡ Turn off voice input in keyboard settings.
• 🔄 Reboot the phone.

4. There is no "Auto-Replacement" item in the settings

Reason: Another version of MIUI Keyboard or custom firmware.

Decision:

• 🔍 Check the name of the item in English (Auto-correction).
• 📱 Update the keyboard via Google Play.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions