Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is still a popular smartphone due to the balanced characteristics and support for MIUI updates. However, the standard Gboard keyboard or the branded Mi Keyboard does not always suit users: someone wants a Russian-language layout with word prediction, someone needs themes or gestures, and some face input bugs. In this article, we will analyze all the ways to change the keyboard – from built-in settings to installing alternative applications with the features of MIUI 12/13/14.
It’s important to understand that the process of replacing the keyboard with the Redmi Note 7 is nuanced by Xiaomi’s security policy. For example, some applications (like SwiftKey) may require additional permissions, and after updating the MIUI, keyboard settings are sometimes reset, and we’ll look at not only basic actions, but also solutions to typical problems – from the lack of an input language to conflicts between several installed keyboards.
1. Ways to change the keyboard to Redmi Note 7: an overview of options
The Redmi Note 7 has three keyboard replacement methods:
- 🔄 Switching between installed keyboards – if the device already has multiple keyboards (such as Gboard and Mi Keyboard), they can be quickly switched through the notification bar.
- ⬇️ Installing a third-party keyboard from Google Play – suitable for users who need advanced features (themes, swipes, voice input).
- ⚙️ Configure through the menu “Language and input” – deep customization: adding languages, changing layout, managing auto-replacement.
Each method has pros and cons. For example, third-party keyboards (like Fleksy or Chroom) offer unique features, but can consume more RAM. Built-in solutions (Gboard) are more stable, but limited in settings. Also, it is worth considering that after resetting settings or updating MIUI, you may need to reconfigure.
If you've never changed your keyboard, start by checking the current version.
- Open any field to enter text (for example, in Messages or Notes).
- Touch the keyboard icon in the lower right corner (usually an icon of a gear or emoji).
- If the icon is missing, swipe your finger on the space to the left - the keyboard switching menu will open.
2. Step-by-step instruction: how to install a new keyboard
To install a third-party keyboard (such as SwiftKey or AnySoftKeyboard), follow the following steps:
- Download the app from Google Play. We recommend proven options: 📱 Gboard – Google with gesture and translation support. 🎨 SwiftKey - Theme Customization and Cloud Dictionary. ⚡ Fleksy – Minimalist design and extended emoji.
Activate the keyboard.
- Go to Settings → Additional → Language and input → Current keyboard.
- Press Keyboard Management and turn on the switch next to the installed application.
Set up by default
- Return to the Current Keyboard and select a new keyboard from the list.
- Confirm the selection in the pop-up window.
Check the space available (minimum 100 MB)
Connect to Wi-Fi (downloading via mobile traffic may be blocked)
Close all applications with input fields (to avoid conflicts)
Reboot your phone after installation (recommended for MIUI)
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On the Redmi Note 7 with MIUI 12+, when a third-party keyboard is first launched, the system can request permission to access input data, which is necessary for autocomplete and dictionary synchronization to work, and failure will result in limited functionality.
If the new keyboard doesn’t appear on the list after installation, try:
- 🔄 Reboot your smartphone.
- 📦 Remove the app cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → [Keyboard name] → Memory. → Clear the cache.
- 📥 Update the application to the latest version.
Language and layout configuration
One of the common reasons for changing the keyboard is the lack of the right language or an uncomfortable layout. On the Redmi Note 7, the language is added via the keyboard menu:
- Open any input field and tap the icon ⚙️ (keyboard settings).
- Select Languages or Language (depending on the version of MIUI).
- Click Add language and select the one you want from the list (e.g. Russian, Ukrainian, English (US)).
For multi-language keyboards (such as Gboard), you can configure quick switching:
- 🌐 Enable the option to switch languages in the keyboard settings.
- 🔁 Set a combination to change the language (for example, swipe space or hold the key 123).
How to add a dialect or regional version of a language?
If the language is not on the list, check:
- 📱 Compatibility of the keyboard with your version MIUI (Some languages are only available in the latest updates).
- 🌍 Regional phone settings: go to Settings → Additionally. → Language and region and select the country corresponding to the desired language.
⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 7 with firmware MIUI Globally, some Asian languages (such as Chinese or Japanese) may not be available in standard keyboards, and adding them will require the installation of specialized applications (such as Sogou Input or Baidu). IME).
4. Solving problems when changing the keyboard
Even after installing it correctly, Redmi Note 7 users may face typical problems:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The keyboard does not appear in the selection list | Application not activated in settings | Go to Settings → Language and Input → Keyboard Management and Turn on the Switch |
| The keyboard is constantly reset to standard | Conflict with MIUI optimization | Turn off AutoRun for Standard Keyboard in Settings → Apps → AutoRun Manage |
| Signs or swipes don't work. | No special opportunities are allowed | Enable permission in Settings → Special features → [keyboard name] |
| The keyboard is lagging or braking | Lack of RAM | Clear the cache in Settings → Apps → [Keyboard] → Memory and reboot the phone |
If after changing the keyboard, emojis are missing or voice messages are not working, check:
- 🎤 Is the keyboard microphone included in Settings? → Annexes → Permits → Microphone.
- 🖼️ Are fonts and symbols updated in Settings → Additionally. → Fonts (relevant to the MIUI 13+).
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After the update MIUI The keyboard is getting glitzy, try rolling it back to the factory version. → Annexes → [keyboard] → ⋮ → Remove updates.
5. Comparison of popular keyboards for Xiaomi Redmi Note 7
The choice of keyboard depends on your needs, and below is a comparison of the key features of popular solutions:
| keyboard | Advantages | Deficiencies | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gboard | Integration with Google, voice input, translator | High memory consumption, advertising in some regions | Users who need additional functions (search, translation) |
| SwiftKey | Cloud dictionary, topics, emoji prediction | Requires registration for synchronization, sometimes slows down | People who want to print and personalize |
| Mi Keyboard | Minimalist design, low energy consumption | Limited settings, no those | Fans of standard solutions without unnecessary features |
| Fleksy | Minimalism, gestures, support for GIFs | Paid topics, no Russian-language support | Designers and users who appreciate the speed of input |
For Redmi Note 7 with limited resources (for example, if less than 1 GB of RAM is available), we recommend Mi Keyboard or Gboard in lightweight mode.
- Open the Gboard settings.
- Go to Topics. → Lightweight subject.
- Activate the option to save memory.
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On the Redmi Note 7 with MIUI 14+, the standard Mi Keyboard supports gestures, but this feature is hidden. To enable it, install Mi Keyboard Pro from GetApps (the Xiaomi store).
6.How to return a standard keyboard
If the third-party keyboard is unstable or you don’t like its features, you can return the standard Mi Keyboard or Gboard:
- Go to Settings → Additional → Language and input → Current keyboard.
- Select Mi Keyboard or Gboard from the list.
- Confirm the selection in the pop-up window.
If the standard keyboard has been disabled or removed:
- 🔧 For Mi Keyboard: Go to Settings → Annexes → Manage applications, find Mi Keyboard and click Enable.
- 📥 For Gboard: Download it again from Google Play and activate it as described in Section 2.
⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 7 firmware (especially custom ones) may not have a standard keyboard in the system application list, in which case it can only be restored through a full reset or flashing.
7. Additional tips for optimizing input
To make working with the keyboard on the Redmi Note 7 even more convenient, use these recommendations:
- 🔍 Configure Auto Replacement: In Gboard or SwiftKey, you can add your words to the dictionary or disable autocorrect for certain applications (for example, for entering passwords).
- 🎨 Set a dark theme: this will reduce the load on the battery (relevant to the battery). AMOLED-Redmi Note 7 screens. Gboard themes are in Settings → Topics.
- ⚡ Use gestures: SwiftKey and Gboard can configure swipes for quick input (for example, swipe left over the space to switch the language).
- 🔒 Protect privacy: Turn off synchronizing input data if you don’t want the keyboard to send information to servers (in the app settings).
For users who often type in multiple languages, it is useful to set up a quick switch.
- Open the keyboard settings.
- Go to the keyboards. → Language switching.
- Choose a convenient way (for example, swipe by space).