Modern Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI shells or the new HyperOS offer users a lot of tactile responses. However, constant vibration when printing, pressing buttons or locking the screen can be annoying, especially in quiet places or with a dead battery. Many owners of Redmi and POCO face the need to quickly adjust these parameters for comfortable use of the device.
In this article, we will take a look at all the ways to control the haptic impact, how to completely turn off the keyboard vibration, how to control the system sounds, and what to do if the standard settings do not work, which will allow you to personalize the device for yourself.
Xiaomi developers often hide some options in the depth of the menu, so it is important to follow the instructions clearly.We will look at the settings for both the Gboard system keyboard and the standard Mi Keyboard. The exact localization of items may vary slightly depending on the Android version.
Turning off vibration of the Gboard system keyboard
Most Xiaomi smartphones use Google's Gboard by default, a reliable and functional solution that has its own tactile response settings independent of the general system settings, and to remove the hum when printing, you need to go to the settings of this particular application.
First, open any application where you can type in text, such as messages or notes. When the keyboard appears, find the gear icon in the top toolbar. If it's not there, click on the three-dot icon or emoji to expand the menu. In the window that opens, select Settings, then go to Preferences.
What you're interested in here is the tactile response when pressed, the slider next to it needs to be put inactive, and you can also adjust the duration of the vibration if you don't want to turn it off completely, but only make it barely noticeable, which is especially useful for people with impaired vision who care about physical response.
Why can the vibration turn on again?
It's worth noting that some versions of the shell may have slightly different paths, for example, in HyperOS, settings can be integrated deeper into the system's overall menu. If you don't find the slider in the keyboard itself, try looking for it through the phone's general settings in the languages and input section.
Vibration control via MIUI and HyperOS system settings
The global tactile response settings in Xiaomi smartphones are found in the main settings menu, where you can control not only the keyboard, but also the vibration when calling, notifications and touching the interface, and it is a single control center for the sound profiles of your device.
To access these features, go to Settings → Sound and Vibration. In this section, you'll see a Vibration-touch slider that deactivates the tactile response across all system applications, including dialing, settings menus, and browser work, a radical but effective method.
The section Vibration and Tactile Impact (some versions simply refer to as “Vibration”), which often hides fine-tuning for different use cases, such as leaving the vibration on for the alarm clock but removing it for typing, deserves special attention.
☑️ Checking system settings
It is important to understand the difference between system vibration and the vibration of specific applications. Some programs, such as instant messengers or games, may have their own internal settings that overlap the system. So if the vibration is left on Telegram or WhatsApp, check their individual notification settings menu.
Setting up the standard Mi Keyboard
Some global firmware versions or Chinese builds may use Xiaomi's standard keyboard, the Mi Keyboard, which has a different interface and settings logic than Gboard, often confusing users, and has its own unique features.
To set up the Mi Keyboard, call it up on the screen and click on the settings icon (usually a gear or icon with four squares in the corner). From the menu, select Settings, then find the Sound and Vibration or Input Preferences section, and then find the Vibration item when you press it and turn it off.
Interestingly, the Mi Keyboard allows you to adjust the vibration force in a numerical value (in milliseconds). If you want to minimize disturbance, but do not want to completely lose the sense of print, set the value to the minimum possible, for example, 10-20 ms. This will create a subtle response.
If you don’t like the standard keyboard or its settings seem too confusing, there’s nothing stopping you from installing an alternative from the Google Play Market. Third-party keyboards like SwiftKey or AnySoftKeyboard often offer more flexible tactile recoil management and theme design.
Comparison of methods of turning off vibration
For the convenience of users, we have compiled a comparison table that will help you choose the best way to turn off vibration depending on your goals.
| Method | Zone of operation | Difficulty | Impact on the battery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gboard settings | Only enter text into Gboard | Low. | Minimum |
| System settings | The entire interface and keyboard | Low. | Average. |
| Do not disturb mode. | Calls and notifications | Low. | High (savings) |
| Energy saving regime | All system functions | Automatic. | Maximum. |
As you can see from the table, if your goal is just silence when typing messages, you better use the settings of a specific keyboard, which will preserve the tactile response in the rest of the interface, which can be important for blind navigation.
If the goal is to maximize silence and energy savings, it makes sense to combine methods, such as turning off the vibration of the touches in the system and using silent mode for incoming calls, which will ensure complete peace in the cinema or in a meeting.
Use of Do Not Disturb and Energy Saving
Xiaomi has a powerful tool for temporarily disabling all distractions, the Do Not Disturb mode, which not only removes the vibration of the keyboard, but also blocks sound notifications and calls (except for selected contacts), which can be activated through the notification curtain or in the audio settings.
In addition, the power saving mode automatically turns off many background processes and tactile returns to save battery power. If you turn on this mode, the vibration when typing is likely to disappear, even if you did not change the keyboard settings manually, this should be considered when diagnosing problems.
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Use the schedule for Do Not Disturb mode to automatically switch to quiet mode at night or while working, without requiring your intervention every time.
However, relying on the power saving mode alone is not a good idea, as it can limit the operation of other important applications, such as messengers, by delaying the arrival of messages.
Problem Solving: If the vibration doesn't turn off
There are times when you think you're settings right, but the phone keeps vibrating, and it can be caused by software conflict, design issues, or even hardware issues, and it's worth checking if the availability feature is activated first.
In Advanced Settings → Special features, services that boost the visually impaired’s tactile response can be included, and check if TalkBack or other services like this are activated, often prioritizing their work over normal audio settings.
⚠️ Attention: If the vibration occurs randomly, without touching the screen, it may indicate a sticking of the power button or moisture. In this case, the software settings will not help - hardware diagnostics are required.
Also, try restarting the device in Safe Mode to determine if a third-party application is causing the problem, and if the vibration is gone in Safe Mode, it means that one of the apps you installed is to blame, perhaps some launcher or keyboard manager.
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Resetting keyboard settings to factory settings often solves the problem of “phantom” vibration, when a software failure does not allow changes to be applied.