How to change the color of the keyboard on the Xiaomi phone

Changing the visual design of a smartphone is not just a whim, but a way to personalize the device to your taste. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO often wonder how to change the standard appearance of the keyboard to harmonize with the established theme or just please the eye. Standard settings of the MIUI or HyperOS system provide basic features, but deep customization often requires intervention in the settings of the input application itself.

The color change process depends on which virtual keyboard is installed by default, and most of today's models are Google Gboard or Mi Keyboard, each with its own design algorithm, and understanding the differences between these programs will allow you to quickly achieve the desired result without installing any extra software.

In this guide, we’ll take a look at all the methods available, from built-in themes to creating your own designs using gallery photos, where hidden font and backlight settings are hidden, and how to avoid common errors when installing third-party shells.

Use of built-in themes in Gboard

The most common scenario is to use a standard Google keyboard, which is preinstalled on most global firmware versions, so to change its color, you need to go to the settings of the app itself, not the system. Open any field to type, click on the gear icon or hold the comma to call the settings menu.

In the menu that opens, select the Topic section, and you'll see a gallery of preset designs, the system offers both light and dark options, and color gradients, and the choice of a particular style will instantly apply the changes, and you'll see a new key color in real time.

But the standard palette can seem limited. To expand the possibilities, click the + or Create your theme button, which allows you to choose any color from the spectrum, adjust the brightness of the keys, and even add a background image with transparency adjustment. Personalization in Gboard reaches a high level, allowing you to customize every element of the interface.

It is important to note that some themes can change not only the color, but also the shape of the buttons. If you are used to a certain tactile sensation, check the preview before using. AMOLED-screens used in Xiaomi flagship models.

Customization of the Mi Keyboard

In Chinese firmware versions or on devices where the user chose to leave the native solution, Mi Keyboard is used. This application has its own theme store, which is integrated with Xiaomi services. To access the color change, go to the keyboard settings through the Language and Input menu in the system.

Unlike Gboard, it's often linked to an online directory, where you can download free and paid skins from My Themes or Theme Store. Once downloaded, the theme automatically applies to the input field. The Mi Keyboard features dynamic effects and animation when clicked.

⚠️ Note: When installing themes from third-party sources for Mi Keyboard, make sure the file has the.mtz extension and is specifically designed for your version of Android.

If the standard options don't work, you can use the custom theme feature, you can change the background color, character color and keyframes in the edit menu, and the flexibility of the settings is slightly lower than the competition, but the basic color change needs are completely closed.

Instructions: Step-by-step change color through settings

For those who prefer a clear algorithm of actions, below is a detailed instruction. It is universal for most models of Redmi Note and Xiaomi Mi series. Follow the steps consistently to avoid confusion in the menu.

First, make sure you have access to the internet, as downloading new color schemes requires a connection to the server. Then log in to the keyboard settings. Depending on the model, the path may look like Settings → Additional settings → Languages and input.

Once you've selected an active keyboard, look for Settings inside the input interface, and that's where the visualization tools are. If you're using a third-party shell, the path may be different, but the logic remains the same: look for a palette icon or a brush.

Once you've done all the steps, go back to any application and check the result. If the color hasn't changed, try restarting the device. Sometimes the system cache can store old display settings.

Creating an individual theme with a photo

The most effective way to change the way you look at your keyboard is to use your own photo as the background, which makes it really unique, and it's available on Gboard and most alternatives.

In the theme mode, select the option "Gallery Photos." The system will prompt you to select an image. Once selected, you can adjust the transparency (blur) and brightness. The optimal transparency is about 80-90% so that the characters remain readable against any background.

It is not recommended to use too colorful or contrasting images where the colors of the letters merge. This can lead to errors in typing, blurred landscapes, abstractions or photos with a uniform color are best suited.

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Use background blur (Blur effect) when setting up a photo, which will improve character readability and reduce visual noise, making typing easier for the eyes.

Save the theme by giving it a clear name, and you can now switch between standard colors and your unique design in one click, especially if you like to change your desktop wallpaper frequently.

Installation of third-party keyboards for advanced features

If built-in tools aren't enough, Google Play's specialized apps come to the rescue, with Facemoji, Kika Keyboard, and TouchPal leading the way. They offer thousands of pre-built skins that you can't find in stock solutions.

Installing this keyboard requires advanced permissions, and the app will request access to all the text you type, and this is a necessary step for predictive input and autocorrection in third-party shells to work, and trust only trusted developers with a good reputation.

The installation process is standard: download the application, open it, and then you have to set the wizard up, and you have to allow the keyboard to be used in the system and choose it as the default input method, and then you have access to a huge theme store on the menu of the app itself.

• 🎨 Facemoji – a huge library of animated themes and emojis.
• ⌨️ Kika is a smart keyboard with voice input and GIF.
• 🌈 TouchPal – lots of free skins and fonts.
• 🔒 SwiftKey – excellent predictiveness and minimalist design.

Using third-party keyboards can slightly increase RAM consumption, and on budget Redmi or Poco models, this can be noticeable when switching between heavy applications.

Solving problems with the application of the topic

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the chosen theme does not apply or is reset after a reboot, most often due to version conflict or Android security limitations.

The first step should always be to clear the keyboard app cache. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find your keyboard and select Clear Cache. This won't delete your dictionaries, but will reset temporary registration files.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse Cache Cleanup with Data Cleanup. The second option will delete all stored words, settings, and learned typing patterns, returning the keyboard to factory status.

If the problem persists, check for updates for the app itself. Older versions may not work properly with newer versions of Android or the MIUI shell. It's also worth making sure the device doesn't have Traffic Savings mode enabled, which can block the theme elements from loading.

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If the theme goes off after the reboot, check the permissions of the application. The keyboard must have full access to the storage to save the design settings.

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