How to turn off keyboard vibration on Xiaomi: The complete guide

Xiaomi’s current Android smartphones offer users a wide range of tactile experiences, which developers have conceived as a useful feature to confirm successful virtual keystrokes. However, for many users, the device’s constant jitters become an annoying factor, especially in quiet places or during prolonged communication in instant messengers.

In the MIUI shell and the new HyperOS, the process of deactivating the tactile response may vary depending on the firmware version and the default keyboard used. Often users confuse the system vibration of the interface with the vibration of the keyboard, which leads to incomplete shutdown of sound and tactile signals. In this material, we will discuss in detail all possible ways to eliminate vibration, from standard system settings to the deep parameters of specific input applications.

It is worth noting that a full understanding of the menu structure allows you to quickly find the right switch even after a software update. We will consider the settings for the standard Gboard keyboard, which is preinstalled on global versions of smartphones, as well as for the popular Sogou in China and other third-party solutions.

System Vibration settings in MIUI and HyperOS

The first step is to check the global settings of the operating system. In Xiaomi smartphones, there is a common slider responsible for the tactile response of the system, which often affects the operation of the keyboard, if it does not specify individual parameters. To access this menu, you need to go to the Settings section and select Sound and vibration. Here the user will see several switches, among which we are interested in the option Vibration when touching.

Disabling this parameter completely removes the tactile response throughout the system: when you press navigation buttons, switch toggles in the notification curtain and, in many cases, when you enter text. However, it is important to understand that some applications can ignore the system ban and use their own settings. So if after turning off the system vibration, the keyboard continues to vibrate, you need to look for settings inside the input application itself.

⚠️ Warning: Disabling Touch Vibration system vibration can make the interface less responsive visually, as you will no longer feel confirmation of the system buttons being pressed.

In newer versions of the HyperOS shell, the logic of the arrangement of elements may have changed. Now the tactile response settings are often placed in a separate submenu Additional audio settings or integrated into the sound profile. If you do not find the right switch on the main screen of the sound settings, search by settings, typing in the request "vibration", the system itself will suggest to go to the desired menu item, which greatly speeds up the configuration process of the device.

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Use the search in settings (the magnifier at the top of the screen) by entering the words “vibra” or “tactile” to instantly find the right switches in any version of MIUI.

Turning off vibration in the standard Gboard keyboard

Most of the global versions of Xiaomi smartphones have Google’s Gboard keyboard installed by default, one of the most functional input applications that has its own tactile response settings independent of the tactile response setting system. To access them, open any application that requires text input, such as Messages or Notes, and call the keyboard.

In the keyboard toolbar, find a gear icon or four-square icon that opens the settings menu. In the list that opens, select Settings, then go to Preferences. This is where the desired Vibration switch is hidden when pressed. When you move the slider to an inactive position, you instantly turn off the tactile response of the keys.

• 📱 Open any text entry application to call the keyboard.
• ⚙️ Click on the settings icon (cog) on the top panel of Gboard.
• 🔊 Go to the “Preferences” section and find the “Vibration when pressed” item».
• 🚫 Turn off the switch to completely remove the tactile effect.

In some versions of Gboard, settings can be hidden in the Additional section or be linked to the input language. If you use multiple languages, make sure that the settings are applied globally or check the settings for each active language separately. It is also worth mentioning that along with the vibration, you can turn off the keystroke sound, which is located in the same menu, which will make typing completely silent.

Settings of the Chinese keyboard Sogou on Xiaomi

Users of Chinese versions of Xiaomi smartphones, as well as those who installed global firmware on top of Chinese ones, often encounter the Sogou keyboard. The interface of this input application is significantly different from the usual Gboard, and the settings are located in it differently. To turn off the vibration, you need to click on the Sogou logo in the upper left or right corner of the keyboard to open the main menu.

In the menu that opens, select Settings (often indicated by a gear) and then go to Sound and Vibration or Input Settings. Here you will find a slider that controls the vibration force. Unlike the on/off binary switch, Sogou often offers intensity adjustment. To completely disable the effect, you need to shift the slider to the extreme left position to 0.

It is important to note that Sogou keyboards can offer different skins or themes that have their own vibration settings. If standard disabling didn't work, check the active theme settings. Sometimes theme developers integrate their own click effects that ignore the general settings of the application, in which case it is recommended to change the theme to a standard one or find the item in its settings responsible for effects.

Vibration management in third-party keyboards

If you prefer to install alternative keyboards from the Google Play store, such as Microsoft SwiftKey, Yandex Keyboard or Typewise, the setup principle remains similar, but the path to the menu may differ. In most cases, the settings are hidden inside the keyboard application itself, which can be accessed through an icon on the toolbar or through a separate application in the smartphone menu.

Consider the popular SwiftKey keyboard. Once installed and activated, open the SwiftKey app in the list of programs. From the menu, select the Sounds and Vibrations section. Here you will find independent sliders to adjust the duration and strength of the vibration. A unique feature of SwiftKey is the ability to adjust the vibration for various actions, for example, a separate setting for a space or for autocorrection.

For keyboards developed by Russian companies like Yandex, settings are often minimized. Usually, just press the language change button or microphone icon to get into the menu, where you can turn off keyboard sound and vibration. If the application does not have an explicit settings menu, try a long press on the comma or space key – this is the standard hidden path in many simple keyboards.

⚠️ Warning: Third-party keyboards require permission to "Full Access" for some features to work.Make sure you download the app from a trusted source to avoid leaking personal data entered from the keyboard.

Specificity of the vibromotor in different modes

Modern Xiaomi smartphones are equipped with different types of vibrators, from simple eccentric to advanced linear motors (LRA). Linear motors provide a clearer and more pleasant tactile response, which is often called a “tic.” Depending on the mode of operation of the smartphone, the vibration behavior can change. For example, in “Do not disturb” mode, the system vibration can turn off automatically, but the keyboard settings often remain active.

Also worth considering is the power saving mode. When activated, the MIUI system can force the tactile response of the interface and keyboard to save battery power. If the vibration is gone by itself, check if you have Ultra Battery Saver mode on, which limits many visual and tactile effects.

• 🔋 Power saving mode can automatically turn off vibration to save charge.
• 🌙 Do Not Disturb Mode Affects Notifications, But Not Always Keyboard.
• 🎮 In Game Turbo, vibration settings can be controlled separately.
• 👐 Using a cover can drown out a weak vibration, creating the illusion of its absence.

The Game Turbo mode deserves special attention. If you play games that require text input (chat in online shooters or strategies), the vibration of the keyboard can interfere with concentration. In the Game Turbo settings, you can create a separate profile where the tactile response will be disabled only for running games, remaining active in regular applications.

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The behavior of the vibrator depends on the complex interaction of system settings, settings of a particular application and the current mode of operation of the smartphone (energy saving, play, silence).

Additional Opportunities and Troubleshooting

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the vibration of the keyboard is not working correctly: it can spontaneously turn on, be too weak or, conversely, excessively strong. In such cases, it is recommended not just to turn off the function, but to conduct a diagnosis. First of all, check for updates to the keyboard application in the Google Play store or GetApps. Developers often release patches that fix bugs with a tactile response.

If the software settings don't help, maybe the problem is hardware or system file conflict, and then resetting your keyboard to factory settings can help, and this action will remove the learned words and personalization, but return standard operating parameters, including vibration strength. Go to Settings → Advanced Settings Language and input → Select your keyboard and find Reset.

It’s also worth mentioning the ability to customize vibration through customization apps if your smartphone has root rights, but for most users, standard customization methods through the Settings and Gboard menu will be enough.