Modern Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones have powerful multimedia capabilities, but sometimes standard interface settings are annoying, especially when typing sounds that may not be appropriate in a quiet setting or in a meeting. Many users find that even after the media volume is turned off, the characteristic click when printing is preserved, this is due to the separation of audio streams in the MIUI operating system and HyperOS.
Understanding how to turn off the keyboard sound on Xiaomi will allow you to create a truly silent mode of operation of the device. The setup process does not require root rights or installing third-party software, since all the necessary options are built into the manufacturer’s shell. However, the location of the switches can vary depending on the version of Android and the specific model of the smartphone.
In this article, we will take a closer look at all the ways you can eliminate audio from typing, and we will cover both standard methods through the settings menu and deeper system settings that are often overlooked. Follow the instructions to make your phone a truly quiet assistant.
The main reasons for the appearance of sounds in print
Before you start disabling features, it's important to understand the nature of their origin. Android audio is divided into several independent channels. The standard volume slider often adjusts only media files or ringtones, leaving system sounds to be unuched. That's why you can turn off the music, but the clicks of the keyboard will remain.
The main culprit is usually Google’s virtual Gboard keyboard, which is preinstalled on most Xiaomi devices.It has its own audio engine settings that prioritize general system settings.In addition, the MIUI shell itself has a global “UI Sound” setting that also affects keyboard behavior.
Sometimes the problem is conflicting text-entry applications like SwiftKey or Yandex Keyboard, each of which manages audio streams independently, and if you use a third-party keyboard, the audio-disablement algorithm will be different from the standard one provided by Google.
It’s also worth considering that some smartphone models have a hardware or software feature that returns the audio settings after a reboot.This is not a bug, but part of the logic of energy saving or sound profiles that reset user preferences to default values.
Turning off the sound through Gboard settings
The most common and effective method is to work directly with the settings of the keyboard itself, and since Gboard is the de facto standard for the Android ecosystem, let's start with it, which is a way to remove the sound without affecting other system notifications.
To start, open any application that requires text input, such as a message or notes. When the keyboard appears, look for the gear icon on the top panel. If it's not there, click on the four-square icon or the right arrow to reveal the additional menu where the Settings login is hidden.
In the menu that opens, select Preferences. This is the Sound switch when pressed. Put it in an inactive position. Immediately after that, the clicks should disappear. If you use vibration, you can also turn it off in the same menu by removing the tick from Vibration when pressed.
☑️ Checking Gboard settings
Importantly, some versions of the MIUI shell may duplicate keyboard settings in the system menu. If the change in the settings in the Gboard itself did not work, try resetting the application settings through the application management menu, which will return the keyboard to factory settings, after which you will need to turn off the sound again.
⚠️ Note: After updating the Gboard app through Google Play, settings may reset. Always check this section after a major system update or the keyboard app itself.
Global System Sound Shutdown in MIUI
If local keyboard settings did not help or you want to guarantee to remove all unnecessary sounds of the interface, you need to refer to the system settings Xiaomi. Here adjusts the general parameter responsible for the sound of the user’s actions, including typing, locking the screen and touching.
Go to the main smartphone settings menu and find the Sound and Vibration section. Depending on the firmware version, this item may be simply called "Sounds." Scroll down to the "Advanced" or "Administration" block. We're interested in the "UIrraign Sounds" (or "Tap Sounds") section. Disabling this switch makes the keyboard silent at the system level.
This is a more radical method, because it removes not only the clicks of the print, but also the sounds when unlocking, switching calls and other actions. For many users, this is the optimal solution for maximum silence. However, if you want to hear the audio confirmation of other actions, you better use the Gboard configuration method.
Owners of HyperOS shell devices may notice a changed menu structure. In the new system, the path may look like Settings → Sound and Vibration → Additional Sounds. The logic remains the same: looking for a switch associated with system sounds or dial sounds.
What to do if the item is not on the menu?
Configuring alternative keyboards
Users who have installed third-party text input solutions should look for settings within the applications themselves. The algorithm is similar to Gboard, but the interface may differ. Consider popular alternatives like SwiftKey and Yandex.Kaypad.
For Microsoft SwiftKey, you have to open the app from the settings menu or you have to launch the keyboard and click on the gear icon. Then go to the Sound and Vibration section. Here you will find the keys slider, zero it or turn off the switch, you will achieve the desired result.
In the case of Yandex.Keyboard, open the application settings, select the Sound and Vibration section, remove the tick from the "Push Sound" box, and the keyboard features the ability to customize the sounds for different input languages, so check the settings for all active languages.
If you use a Samsung keyboard on Xiaomi devices (which is possible when you install an APK), the path is: Settings → General → Sound and vibration when dialing. Disable both settings. Remember that third-party keyboards may require additional permissions to work properly.
Installing an alternative keyboard is not only about changing the look, but also giving you more flexible control over the audio settings, and some applications allow you to create sound profiles that are automatically activated depending on the application you are running.
Use of Do Not Disturb Mode and Profiles
Android offers smart ways to control sound through modes. Do Not Disturb can be configured to suppress interface sounds, including the keyboard. This is convenient when you need to quickly silence the phone without digging into deep settings.
To activate this mode, lower the notification curtain and click on the appropriate icon. However, by default it may not turn off keyboard sounds. Go to Settings → Sound and Vibration → Do Not Disturb → Behavior. Make sure you ban all sounds or specific system sounds. Some versions of MIUI have a separate interface sounds switch inside the Do Not Disturb settings.
It is also useful to use sound profiles, for example, the "Meeting" or "Cinema" profile can be set to completely turn off all sounds except the alarm clock, switching between profiles through the notification curtain or widget on the desktop.
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Create automation in the Security app or through Google Home so that Do Not Disturb mode is turned on automatically when you connect to a Wi-Fi router in the office or home in the evening.
Comparison of methods of switching off sound
To make it easier to choose the best way to solve the problem, we have prepared a comparison table that will help you understand which method best suits your specific needs and device model.
| Method | Efficiency | Influence on other sounds | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gboard settings | Tall. | Just the keyboard. | Low. |
| MIUI system sounds | Maximum | All the interface sounds | Low. |
| Do Not Disturb mode | Medium | Depends on the settings. | Medium |
| Third-party annexes | Tall. | Just the keyboard. | Tall. |
As you can see from the table, setting up directly in the keyboard app is the most targeted solution, and it doesn't affect other aspects of how the smartphone works. System-based shutting down of interface sounds is a "heavy artillery" for those who want complete silence.
The choice of method also depends on whether you use one input device or change them. If you change keyboards often, global system shutdown will be a more reliable option, since it override the settings of any application.
Addressing common problems
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the sound returns on its own or does not turn off at all, this may be due to a software failure or features of a particular version of the firmware, in which cases a deeper approach to diagnosis is required.
One common cause is application conflict. If you have multiple keyboards installed, the system may confuse active settings. Go to Settings → Advanced Settings → Language and input and make sure that only one default keyboard is selected. The rest can be temporarily disabled for verification.
Also, memory cleaner applications or optimizers that reset background process settings can cause problems, so add the keyboard app to the autostart and memory cleanup exception list, and prevent the audio process from being forced to stop.
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If the keyboard sound is not turned off by standard methods, try to start the phone in safe mode. If the sound is lost in this mode, then the third-party application is to blame.
In rare cases, resetting special features helps. Go to Settings → Advanced Settings → Special features and check if there are active services affecting input. Disable suspicious services.
⚠️ Warning: Resetting all phone settings to factory settings is a last resort.Be sure to back up your data to the cloud or computer before doing so, as all personal files will be deleted.
Remember that the complete absence of keyboard sound on Xiaomi is possible only when you turn off the option in Gboard and the system sound interface. This is the only guarantee of 100% silence in all situations.