Owners of the popular Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 sometimes face the unpleasant situation when the on-screen keyboard stops appearing when typing. This can happen after a system update, an accidental disconnection in settings or due to an app failure. The lack of an input tool makes the smartphone almost useless for communication and work.
In this article, we will discuss in detail how to force the keyboard to activate if it is missing, as well as how to customize it for yourself. We will look at standard methods through the MIUI menu, ways to restore work through special applications and solutions for complex cases.
Reasons for the disappearance of the keyboard on the Redmi Note 7
Before you start taking action, you need to understand why the problem occurred, and most often, the input failure is due to a conflict between versions of the MIUI shell and the built-in Gboard application, and the system could automatically disable the input method after a failed update or installation of questionable software.
Another common reason is a lack of RAM: If too many applications were running in the background, the Android System process could have forced the keyboard service to shut down to free up resources, and it’s worth checking if Call Only mode or power saving mode that limits background processes was accidentally activated.
Sometimes the problem lies in the damage of the cache: accumulated temporary files can cause errors in the operation of system applications. In rare cases, the user could turn off the keyboard in the special settings, mistaking it for an extra function.
⚠️ Note: If the keyboard is lost immediately after installing a third-party launcher or antivirus, try to remove these applications. MIUI.
Basic activation through language settings
The easiest way to get back the typing option is to check your language and input settings. Even if the keyboard doesn't appear on the screen, you can get into the settings menu using voice input or a pre-connected Bluetooth keyboard. If you don't, try tapping the text input box quickly to call a system notification about your choice of method.
Go to Settings, then look for Settings, and we're interested in Language and Entering in the Settings list, and you can see all the input methods you can use on your device, and make sure that the switch opposite the Gboard or the Mi keyboard is activated.
If the switch is already active but no input, try switching it to the off position and turning it back on. This action will restart the input service. You can also select Current Keyboard from this menu and force the system one to be selected.
☑️ Checking input settings
It is important to keep track of which method is the default. In the Keyboard Management section, you can select a third-party program that has been removed or damaged. Return to the standard Android Keyboard (AOSP) or Gboard.
Use of the Settings for Blind Activation Application
When the keyboard doesn't even appear in the settings menu, it's a baffling experience. There's an app in Android that lets you manage settings without using the on-screen keyboard, called Settings, but we need access to hidden menus.
If you can download an app from the Play Market (using voice search or the store’s web version), install Settings from developer com.android.settings or a similar system manager. However, most often, you just need to find the “Special Features” item in the app menu or use Google’s voice assistant.
Activate Google Assistant with "OK, Google" and say "Open language settings." The assistant will go to the desired section. If the voice assistant is not configured, try the next method with the match table.
| Action. | Path to the menu (example order) | The result |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Settings | Opening of the main menu |
| Step 2 | Additional settings | Extended list of parameters |
| Step 3 | Language and input | Text management menu |
| Step 4 | Virtual keyboard | List of available keyboards |
| Step 5 | Keyboard management | Switching on/off |
Use this table as a map if you can navigate the menu by touch or by screenshots. The exact names of items may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI.
What to do if the settings menu is blocked?
Customization and personalization of Gboard on Xiaomi
Once the keyboard has been turned on, it is recommended to conduct its basic setting for comfortable work.The standard Gboard keyboard on the Redmi Note 7 has a wide functionality that often remains hidden.
Go to the keyboard settings via the Language and Enter menu, and you can change the theme, font size, and input bar height, and for users with thumbs or vision problems, it will be helpful to increase the keyboard height by 20-30%.
You should pay special attention to autocorrection and predictive typing. In Russian, these functions work well, but sometimes they can be annoying. You can add your own words to the dictionary so that the system does not correct specific terms or names.
- 🎨 Topics: the ability to install dynamic wallpaper or your photo on the background of the keyboard.
- 🗣 Voice input: Integration with Google Voice Typing for quick dictation of messages.
- ✂️ Clipboard: managing the history of copied text, which is very convenient when working with codes and links.
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Turn on the "getting stuck Keyboard" mode in the Gboard settings if you need to type with one hand, which will reduce the size of the keyboard and allow it to move around the screen.
Remember to clear your input history periodically if you have entered sensitive data such as passwords or card numbers, although modern keyboards are good at ignoring password-type fields.
Installation of third-party keyboards via APK
If the built-in solutions of Xiaomi and Google do not suit or work incorrectly, you can always install an alternative. Popular options include SwiftKey, Yandex Keyboard or TouchPal.
To install without a working keyboard, use voice search in the Play Market or download APK-You can use the file on your computer through a browser and transfer it to your phone, and when you first install it, you'll ask permission to activate the new input method.
Important: When you install a third-party keyboard, the MIUI security system can issue a warning about potential risk, which is a standard reaction when an application accesses input data. If you download an application from an official source, feel free to confirm the action.
⚠️ Warning: Avoid installing obscure keyboards from unverified sources, which may contain malicious code that intercepts passwords and private messages.
After installing the new keyboard, be sure to go to the Language and Type settings and select it as the default method. The old keyboard can be left as a backup option.
Resetting input settings and solving complex problems
In cases where nothing helps and the keyboard on the Redmi Note 7 continues to disappear or glitch, a more radical approach is needed. Resetting the keyboard application settings to factory settings often solves the problem of software conflicts.
To do this, go to Settings → Apps → All apps. Find Gboard or Mi Keyboard. Click Memory, then select Clean → Clear Everything. This action will remove the learned vocabulary and personal settings, but return stability to work.
If the problem persists, check for system updates. Go to Settings → About Phone and click on the MIUI version. Sometimes, input bugs are fixed in security patches.
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.inputmethod.latinThis command (for advanced users with ADB connected) allows you to force the system keyboard to be turned off so that you can then re-activate it, which is sometimes more effective than a conventional cache cleaner.
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Full reset of keyboard settings via the app menu solves 90% of the problems with the freeze input on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7.