How to change the keyboard theme on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi's keyboard is not just a typing tool, it's part of your daily interaction with your smartphone. The standard design theme can get boring quickly, especially if you like personalization, MIUI And third-party apps offer dozens of design options, from minimalist light themes to bright gradients to animated backgrounds. But how exactly do you change the theme of the keyboard if you don't have an obvious item in the settings? This guide covers all the current ways – from built-in tools to installing alternative keyboards with advanced options.

It is important to understand that the process depends on two factors: the version. MIUI (12/13/14/15) We'll go through both scenarios and also tell you how to get around the typical system constraints. If you want not only to change color, but also to add click effects, custom fonts or even images to the background – here you will find solutions.

We warn you beforehand that some methods require permission to install from unknown sources or even unlock the bootloader (for deep customization), but most options are available without risk to warranty. Let's start with the simplest!

1. Standard theme change in Mi Keyboard (without third-party applications)

If you use your native Mi Keyboard, it takes less than a minute to change the theme, provided your firmware is not trimmed by the manufacturer (relevant for global versions). MIUI 14/15). Here's how to do it:

1. Open any application where the keyboard appears (such as Notes or Messages).
2. Touch the gear badge (⚙️) in the top row of the keyboard to open the settings.
3. Go to the Topics section (or the Design in some versions).
4. Choose your favorite topic from the one you like. MIUI 15 free options available, including dark and light schemes.

If you don't have a Topic item, your Mi Keyboard version is stripped down, which is typical for Redmi-based firmware devices in the European market, so move on to the next section.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 11, POCO X5) post-update MIUI 14, the ability to change themes through the keyboard settings disappears. It's not a bug, it's a localization feature. The solution is to install Gboard or use themes through Settings. → Display. → System style (indirect method).

The Mi Keyboard standard themes fall into three categories:

• 🎨 Color schemes – change only the shades of the buttons and background (for example, “Dark Blue”, “Green Neon").
• 🌌 Gradients are smooth transitions of colors that respond to taps (not available on all devices).
• 🖼️ Background images – static images under keys (requires) MIUI 13+).

2. Install themes through Mi Theme Store (hidden method)

Few people know, but Mi Theme Store (theme store for theme stores) MIUI) It's not just wallpaper and icons, it's also keyboard themes, but it's not easy to find them, it's hidden:

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush) 🎨).
2. In the search bar, enter the keyboard or keyboard (in English layout).
3. Select the Keyboard Themes section (may be called Keyboard Themes).
4. Click on your favorite topic and select Apply.

Important: After applying the theme, you may need to reboot the keyboard (just close and reopen any text-input application). Some themes from the Mi Theme Store support click-on animation and transparent background, but you need to:

• 📱 Have MIUI 14 or newer.
• 🔓 Allow installation of topics from unknown sources (Settings) → Annexes → Special permits).
• 💾 Free up at least 50MB of memory (themes cached).

⚠️ Note: Themes from the Mi Theme Store may conflict with the standard Mi Keyboard settings. If the keyboard brakes or characters disappear after applying the theme, reset it through Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting keyboard settings.

Here is a comparison of standard and custom themes from the Mi Theme Store:

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Before installing themes from the Mi Theme Store, check other users' reviews - some topics may contain ads or collect data.★.

3.Using Gboard: Maximum Customization

If the built-in Mi Keyboard options don't suit you, the best alternative is Google's Gboard, which not only supports themes change, but also allows you to:

• 🎨 Set your own images as a background.
• 🔤 Adjust the size and shape of the buttons.
• 🌈 Apply gradients and dynamic themes (e.g., color-changing themes depending on the time of day).
• 🤖 Integrate Google Translate and Search GIF keyboard.

To install and configure Gboard:

1. Download Gboard from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard.
3. Activate Gboard and set it with the default keyboard.
4. Open Gboard, press three-point (⋮) → Topics.
5. Select one of the built-in themes or click My themes to upload your own image.

To set the custom background:

1. In the My Themes section, select Create a Theme.
2. Download the image from the gallery (recommended permission — 1080×1920).
3. Set up transparency and key location.
4. Save the topic and apply it.

Gboard also supports dark mode, which automatically syncs with system settings. If you want full keyboard transparency, set the theme "Transparent" and adjust the opacity level manually.

4. Third-party keyboards with extended themes

Besides Gboard, there are many alternative keyboards with unique customization capabilities.-3 variant:

To install Chroom (one of the most flexible keyboards):

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Activate it in Settings → System → Language and input.
3. In Chroom settings go to Themes → Import.
4. Download themes in.klp from sites like Kustom Rocks.
5. Import the file and apply the theme.

⚠️ Note: Some third-party keyboards (such as AI.type) have been removed from Google Play for collecting user data. 4PDA or XDA-Developers.

If you want maximum personalization, look for keyboards that support KLP-Theme: These files allow you to modify:

• 🎯 The shape and size of each button separately.
• 🖌️ Color and style of font (including custom fonts).
• 🔄 Press animations (e.g., "wave" or "flash").
• 📐 Location of rows (e.g., moving the digital keyboard upwards).

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For deep customization of the keyboard on Xiaomi, it is better to use third-party solutions like Chroom or Fleksy. They offer more options than the standard Mi Keyboard, but may require additional permissions.

5 Manual modification of the subjects through ADB (advanced)

If you are ready to go for radical measures, you can change the theme of the keyboard through ADB-Android Debug Bridge is a method that works for the team:

• 🔧 Devices with unlocked loader.
• 📦 Firmware without Mi Theme Store (for example, custom LineageOS or Pixel Experience).
• 🎛️ Advanced users who want to install themes from.apk files.

This will require:

1. Enable Debugging on USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press the assembly number → return to additional settings → For developers).
2. Install ADB Tools on PC.
3. Connect the phone to the computer and execute the command:

adb shell pm install -r /path/to/keyboard_theme.apk

Where /path/to/keyboard_theme.apk — path to the downloaded theme file. Sources for downloading themes:

• 🌍 Xiaomi.eu Community (section) MIUI Themes).
• 📥 4PDA (Search for a theme for Mi Keyboard).
• 🛠️ XDA-Developers (Trends on Xiaomi models).

⚠️ Attention: Installation of those through ADB It can cause keyboard resets or even errors in operation. MIUI. Before experimenting, make a backup through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

If the topic does not apply, try:

1. Clear the keyboard cache (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Mi Keyboard → Clear the cache).
2. Reset the device.
3. Install theme through Mi Theme Editor (requires root rights).

6. Problem Solving: The Keyboard Doesn't Change Theme

Sometimes, even after all the manipulations, the keyboard theme remains the same, and let's look at the typical reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If the problem is not solved, try resetting the keyboard settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset Keyboard Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
3. Confirm the action and restart the device.

For root-righted devices, you can manually replace the themes in the folder:

/data/data/com.miui.miuikeyboard/files/themes/

But this method requires experience and can disrupt the keyboard.

7. Creating your theme for the keyboard

If you don't like the finished themes, you can create your own.

• 🖥️ Design software (such as Photoshop or free) GIMP).
• 📱 Mi Theme Editor (requires root).
• 🎨 Keyboard Templates (can be downloaded from DeviantArt).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the keyboard template for your screen resolution (for example, 1080×2340 For the Redmi Note 12).
2. Photoshop or GIMP Draw the buttons and the background. Save it in format. PNG transparently.
3. Install Mi Theme Editor (available on the 4PDA).
4. Import your images to the editor and export the theme in.mtz format.
5. Apply the theme through the Mi Theme Store (My Themes section).

Use After Effects or Flinto (for easy transitions) to create animated themes. GIF or APNG.

⚠️ Warning: Homemade themes may conflict with updates MIUI. After major updates (for example, with the MIUI 14/15) they'll have to be re-created.

If you don’t want to mess with the design, but you need a unique theme, order it for:

• 🎨 Fiverr. $10 for custom design).
• 🖌️ Etsy (ready-made themes for Xiaomi).

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing keyboard themes to Xiaomi