How to return a standard keyboard to Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Why users are returning to the standard Xiaomi keyboard

The standard MIUI keyboard is not just a typing tool, but a part of Xiaomi’s corporate identity, optimized for the smartphone ecosystem. Many users, after experimenting with Gboard, SwiftKey or other alternatives, decide to go back to their native keyboard. The reasons range from the familiar design to better integration with system features such as quick access to a smart assistant or synchronization with a Mi Account account.

But the process of return is not always obvious. MIUI Smartphone models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 or Xiaomi) 13T) The path to settings may be different, and even more so, after removing the standard keyboard through Settings. → Applications are not always recoverable by standard methods, and in this article we will look at all possible scenarios, from simple switching to recovery through the Internet. ADB-team.

It is important to consider that Xiaomi regularly updates the MIUI interface, so some menu items may be shifted. If you do not find the right option in the specified place, check the relevance of the firmware in Settings → About Phone → System Update.

Method 1: Switching through keyboard settings

The easiest way is to return a standard keyboard through the control menu, which works if you didn't delete the system application, but just installed a third-party one.

1. Open any field to enter text (for example, in Messages or Notes).
2. Click on the keyboard icon in the bottom panel (usually an icon with a picture of the keys or the globe).
3. In the window that appears, select MIUI Keyboard (or MIUI Keyboard in Russian).
4. If it is not on the list, tap the keyboard settings and turn on the switch next to the MIUI Keyboard.

If the standard keyboard doesn't appear after these actions, it may have been disabled in the app settings.

• 📱 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the search, enter “keyboard” and select MIUI Keyboard.
• ⚙️ Click Enable if the application is disabled.

Method 2: Reset keyboard settings to factory

If switching doesn't work, try resetting your keyboard settings, which will return all settings to factory settings, including the priority of the system application.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → System and device → Language and input.
2. Select Current Keyboard (or Virtual Keyboard in older versions of MIUI).
3. Tap it on three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Resetting Settings.
4. Confirm the action and restart the smartphone.

After you reboot, check if the standard keyboard appears on the list of available keyboards. If not, move on to the next one.

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Before resetting, save a custom dictionary (if you have one). To do this, export it to Keyboard Settings → Dictionary → Export.

Method 3: Recovery through ADB (for advanced users)

If the standard keyboard has been removed or disabled at the system level, you can return it using the help of the ADB-This method requires connecting the smartphone to the computer and installing Android Debug Bridge.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your smartphone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers and turn on USB Debugging.

Terminal

Mac/Linux

adb devices

The name of your device should appear.

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.miuikeyboard

Reboot your smartphone.

If the command doesn’t work, try an alternative for older versions of MIUI:

adb shell pm enable com.miui.miuikeyboard

Method 4: Installation APK-keyboard

If previous methods have not helped, you can manually install APK-This method is suitable for devices where the system application has been removed.

Where to get APK:

• 🔗 Official sources: Xiaomi Community website or support forums (e.g. c.mi.com).
• 📦 Third-party resources: APKMirror or APKPure (search on request «MIUI Keyboard APK» + firmware).
• 📱 From backup: if you have a backup system (for example, through Mi Cloud or the TWRP).

How to determine:

1. Download. APK-smartphone.
2. Allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install unknown applications.
3. Launch the file and follow the instructions.
4. After installation, restart the device and activate the keyboard in the input settings.

⚠️ Attention: Installation APK Check the hash amount of the file before installing it or use official Xiaomi resources.

Method 5: Resetting the phone to factory settings

The last method is to completely reset the device, which will bring back all system applications, including the keyboard, but delete user data. Use it if other methods have failed.

How to reset:

1. Create a backup of important data (photos, contacts, messages).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Select Reset all settings (or Delete all data depending on the MIUI version).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

Once reset, the MIUI keyboard will be set by default, but this method should only be used as a last resort, as it requires reconfiguration of the phone.

Comparison of standard MIUI keyboard and alternatives

Before you go back to the standard keyboard, you should weigh its pros and cons compared to popular alternatives.

If you want maximum performance and minimal battery consumption, a standard MIUI keyboard is the best choice, and Gboard is better for multilingual input or advanced features (such as real-time translation).

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to return a standard keyboard, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

• 🔄 The keyboard does not appear in the list after turning on: check if it is disabled in Settings → Annexes → MIUI Keyboard → Permits: Sometimes you need to manually allow access to the microphone (for voice input) and storage (for those purposes).
• 📛 Error "Application not installed" during installation APK: Make sure the version APK It's compatible with your firmware. MIUI 14 won't work on MIUI 12.
• 🔌 ADB Can't see the device: Try another one. USB-cable or port, and reinstall Xiaomi drivers on PC. on some models (e.g. Poco) F5) Additional confirmation of debugging on the phone screen is required.
• 🔄 After rebooting, the keyboard resets again: this may be due to battery optimization. MIUI Keyboard from the list of optimized applications in Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi) K60 Pro) a standard keyboard can be deeply integrated into firmware. If none of these methods work, contact Xiaomi's service center to flash the device.

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If you use custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the standard MIUI keyboard cannot be returned – it only works on official versions of MIUI.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions