How to Remove Keyboard on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Disconnecting and Hiding

Virtual keyboards on Xiaomi smartphones sometimes behave unpredictably, popping up in apps, blocking part of the screen or hanging over the interface altogether, a problem that is particularly common for owners of devices on MIUI 14/13, where the Gboard keyboard or standard MIUI Keyboard can conflict with the shell, and in some cases, users want to turn off the keyboard completely – for example, when using a physical Bluetooth keyboard or after installing an alternative solution like SwiftKey.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to remove the keyboard on Xiaomi, from basic hiding to complete shutdown of system services. Describe the nuances for different versions of MIUI (including MIUI 14 Global/China), and also warn against common errors that can lead to loss of typing functionality. If the keyboard “hangs” and does not disappear even after clicking on the cross, here you will find a solution.

Basic keyboard concealment (without disconnection)

In most cases, it is easy to fold the keyboard without resorting to radical measures, and on Xiaomi smartphones, this is done in the standard way - through interface elements:

• 📱 Press the arrow down (↓) in the lower right corner of the keyboard (for Gboard or MIUI Keyboard).
• 🔙 Swipe your finger down the screen (the gesture works in most apps, except games).
• ❌ Touch the "Close" icon» (×) at the top of the keyboard (if it is displayed).

If the keyboard doesn’t disappear after these actions, the problem may be in the settings of special features or application conflict. For example, in MIUI 14 sometimes a bug occurs when the keyboard sticks after using the Separate Screen function.

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If the keyboard appears in the wrong places (for example, in the settings menu), try to reboot the smartphone – this will reset temporary MIUI errors.

2. Disable keyboard via MIUI settings

If you need to completely deactivate a standard keyboard (for example, to install a third-party keyboard), do the following:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search box, type “keyboard” (or MIUI Keyboard/Gboard).
3. Select the desired application and click Disable (or Remove Updates if the Disable button is inactive).

Important: MIUI will not allow you to turn off all keyboards at once – the system requires at least one active input method. If you deactivate a standard keyboard, pre-instal an alternative one (for example, Microsoft SwiftKey or AnySoftKeyboard).

3. Forced keyboard stop through the app menu

If the keyboard is getting stuck and does not respond to pressing, it can be forcibly stopped:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the MIUI Keyboard or Gboard.
3. Press Forced Stop (or Stop)
4. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

This method does not delete keyboard data, but only stops it from working until the next application starts, requiring text input, and after the smartphone restarts, the keyboard will become active again.

4. Resetting keyboard settings to factory

If the keyboard is not working correctly (for example, does not switch languages, “eats” symbols or brakes), resetting its settings will help:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Language and input → Current keyboard.
2. Select a problem keyboard (such as MIUI Keyboard).
3. Click Reset or Clear Data (depending on the MIUI version).

Warning: Reset will delete all user dictionaries, saved phrases and auto-replace settings. If you use Gboard, data can be restored through your Google account after you re-authorize.

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5. Remove keyboard updates (for Gboard and MIUI Keyboard)

Keyboard updates sometimes bring bugs, and if you start having problems after the update, return the app to the factory version:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Gboard or MIUI Keyboard.
3. Press three points (⋮) In the upper corner and select Remove Updates.

After that, the keyboard will return to the version preinstalled in the firmware, and updates can be re-installed via Google Play (for Gboard) or Software Update (for MIUI Keyboard).

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Removing updates does not affect user data (dictionaries, settings), but can eliminate conflicts with MIUI.

6. Radical methods: Disconnection through ADB

If the standard methods do not help, and the keyboard interferes with work (for example, constantly pops up in games), it can be turned off via the Internet. ADB (Android Debug Bridge. This method requires USB-Debugging and suitable for experienced users.

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
2. Turn it on. USB-debugging → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Connect your smartphone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.keyboard (for MIUI Keyboard) or adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.inputmethod.latin (for Gboard).

Warning: Once this command is executed, the keyboard will be completely turned off until you turn it back on via ADB or reset your smartphone settings. Make sure you have an alternate keyboard installed!

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Before using ADB, back up your data via Settings → About Phone → Backup.

Comparison of methods: which way to choose?

For most users, the first three methods are sufficient. ADB should only be used if the keyboard is critically interfering and other methods are not working. Remember that after disabling the system keyboard, some functions (for example, Search in Settings) may become unavailable.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When working with the keyboard on Xiaomi, users often make the following mistakes:

• 🚫 Disconnect all keyboards at the same time — MIUI This is a barrier, but if you circumvent the restriction (for example, through ADB), Smartphone will lose the ability to enter text.
• 🔄 Resetting settings without backup – this results in loss of user words and phrases.
• 📱 Use of incompatible keyboards – some third-party keyboards (e.g. for Samsung) may conflict with the keyboard. MIUI.

If after manipulations the keyboard stopped appearing at all, check:

1. Is at least one keyboard active in Settings → Language and input?
2. Is No Sound or No Disturb (sometimes this blocks pop-ups) on?
3. Are there limits to digital well-being?

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If the keyboard doesn’t appear in apps, try reinstalling the problem app – sometimes conflict occurs at the level of its cache.

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