How to turn off the capital letter on the Android Xiaomi Redmi

Many Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone owners are confronted with the annoying feature of the standard keyboard: it automatically capitalizes the first letter of each sentence. This behavior, known as autocapitalization, often interferes with passwords, nicknames in games or just communicating quickly in messengers where you need a lowercase register. Instead of typing quickly, the user has to manually switch the register or correct text every time, which takes time and nerves.

Fortunately, the Android operating system that runs the MIUI or HyperOS shell allows you to flexibly adjust input options. The problem is solved not through complex system codes, but by changing the settings of the keyboard application itself. In most cases, Google's Gboard engine is installed on the devices of the Chinese brand, less often users encounter Sogou or SwiftKey. Understanding where the desired switch is hiding will save you from unnecessary fuss when typing.

In this article, we will discuss in detail the algorithm for disabling an obsessive capital letter. We will look at the standard system tools, features of different firmware versions and alternative methods if the standard path does not work. You will learn how to control the behavior of the cursor and register, making typing as comfortable and predictable as possible for your tasks.

Why does the keyboard automatically change the register?

The automatic top case translation function was introduced by developers to simplify typing. The logic is simple: the beginning of a sentence, according to the rules of grammar, should be written with a capital letter. The intelligent algorithm tracks punctuation marks (dots, question marks and exclamation marks) and, after entering them, activates Caps Lock for the next character. This is convenient for ordinary correspondence, but becomes a problem in specific use scenarios.

On Xiaomi smartphones, the situation is complicated by the fact that different regions and firmware versions can pre-instal different keyboards. In global versions, it is almost always Gboard, in Chinese versions it is Sogou or Baidu. The behavior of these applications may differ. In addition, some third-party applications can intercept input control, forcibly turning on capital letters, ignoring system settings. It is important to understand that this is not a system bug, but a regular feature that just needs to be configured correctly.

It's also worth noting the impact of one-handed modes or special access modes that can change the layout and behavior of keys. If you recently updated your firmware or installed a new input application, the settings could be reset to factory ones, where autocapitalization is on by default, so checking current settings is the first step to solving the problem.

⚠️ Attention: Disabling autocapitalization will affect all applications using the system keyboard.Be prepared for the fact that text editors will have to monitor the beginning of sentences themselves.

Setting up autocapitalization in Gboard (Google Keyboard)

Since Gboard is the standard for most Redmi devices outside of China, let’s start with the most common scenario: the process of disabling the feature is simple, but requires care, since the settings menu is extensive. You don’t need root rights or a computer connection, everything is done through the smartphone interface.

To start, open any application where you can type text, like Notes or messenger. When the keyboard appears, look for the gear icon in the top panel. If it's not there, press and hold the comma or space key — in the menu that appears, select Settings. Go to Settings, then select Text or Type of Text. That's where the keyboard behavior is hidden.

In the list that opens, find a switch called "Autocapitalization" (or "Capitalize first letter"). It may be in the "Correct text" subsection. Put the slider in an inactive position. From now on, the keyboard will stop automatically making the first letter of the capital after the dot. It's also useful in this menu to turn off the "Autoreplace" function if it prevents you from entering specific terms.

If you use voice input or special characters, make sure that the "Additional" section does not include macros that can return the old settings. After changing the settings, it is recommended to completely close the application you typed in and open it again so that the system cache is updated and the new rules take effect.

Register management on SwiftKey and Sogou keyboard

Xiaomi device owners often install Microsoft SwiftKey because of its predictive set, or they encounter Sogou keyboard on Chinese firmware. The algorithm is different from Gboard, although the logic remains similar. In SwiftKey, settings are in the menu called by swipe on the top dashboard.

To turn off the capital letter in SwiftKey, go to Settings → Type. Find Auto-capitalization and uncheck the box. The keyboard can have separate settings for different languages. If you type in English and Russian, check the settings for both languages, as local rules can be applied independently.

The Sogou keyboard, popular in Asia, has a more confusing menu. Often you need to go to "Mine" mode, then to "Settings" and look for the section associated with input (Input settings). There you may need to disable the "Smart Capitalization" option. The interface can be partially in Chinese, so focus on the icons or use a screen translator.

• 🔹 For SwiftKey: The gear menu → Type of text → Auto-capitalization (Off).
• 🔹 For Sogou: Profile → Settings → Entering → Smart register (Disable).
• 🔹 For any keyboard: Check if Caps Lock mode is enabled (burning arrow up).
• 🔹 Don’t forget to apply the settings for each active language separately.

⚠️ Note: When you change the input language, the autocapitalization settings may reset. Always check the relevance of the settings after switching the layout.

System settings for MIUI and HyperOS

MIUI shells and the new HyperOS have their own add-ons over standard Android that can affect input behavior. In some cases, system constraints override the settings of the keyboard itself. To rule this out, you need to check the global settings of the language and input.

Go to Settings, then select Additional (or Advanced Settings). Find Language and Enter. This shows a list of all available input methods. Click on the gear next to the active keyboard (like Gboard) and this will open a deep settings menu that sometimes contains duplicate switches that control text behavior at the system level.

Also in this section, it is useful to check the settings of "Autocorrection" and "Predictive Set." Aggressive autocorrection can try to "fix" your text by changing the register of letters against your will. If you use your smartphone for programming or working with code, it is recommended to enable "Safe Input" mode or set a profile "Gamer", which often disables unnecessary autocorrect functions to reduce delays.

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Use Do Not Disturb or Game mode when typing code – this disables pop-up prompts and aggressive autocorrection, which interferes with the exact input of characters.

Comparison of popular keyboards for Xiaomi

Choosing the right keyboard is key to making a smartphone more comfortable. Not all input apps are as friendly as Xiaomi’s ecosystem. Below is a chart comparing popular keyboard behavior in the context of register management and customization.

As you can see from the table, Gboard and SwiftKey offer the most intuitive interface for capitalization management. Sogou can be overloaded with features that not everyone needs. If your goal is minimalism and total control, you should look for easy alternatives that do not try to guess your thoughts.

Solving Caps Lock Sticking Problems

Sometimes the problem is not with autocapitalization settings, but with mechanical or software key sticking Caps Lock. On touch screens, this may be due to the calibration of the display or software glitches of the shell. If the letter continues to be printed in capital even after all functions are turned off, try resetting the keyboard.

To do this, go to Settings → Applications → All apps. Find your keyboard (like Gboard) on the list. Click Clear Data and Clear Cache. Importantly, this action will return the keyboard to factory settings, so you will have to reconfigure your vocabulary and preferences.

In rare cases, restarting the device in safe mode helps to determine if the keyboard is in conflict with any third-party application, and if the problem has disappeared in safe mode, then one of the newly installed applications that intercepts the input is to blame.

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Resetting keyboard application data is a radical, but often the only way to fix software errors that cause an incorrect register of letters.

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