How to Change Language on Xiaomi Keyboard: All Ways (2026)

Why Xiaomi’s keyboard case doesn’t switch language and how to fix it

Keyboard cases for Xiaomi tablets and smartphones are a convenient solution for working with text, but many users face a problem: the layout gets stuck in English, Chinese or another language, and the standard Shift + Space or Alt + Shift keyboard shortcuts do not work.

The Mi Smart Keyboard, Redmi Pad Keyboard and similar models use their own firmware, which does not always sync with MIUI or Android settings. In addition, some versions of the software have the language change hotkeys disabled by default — you need to activate them manually. In this article, we will discuss all working ways to change the language, including hidden settings and workarounds for outdated models.

Importantly, if your case is connected to the device via Bluetooth, the language change algorithm may be different from wired accessories, and we've taken both into account.

Method 1: Hot keys – a quick tongue switch

The easiest method is to use keyboard combinations, but they don't work on all models.

• 🔹 Fn + The standard combination for the Mi Smart Keyboard and Redmi Book Keyboard.
• 🔹 Shift + Space is an alternative option (sometimes requires double pressing).
• 🔹 Alt + Shift – works on keyboards for Xiaomi Pad 6 and newer.
• 🔹 Win + Space – if the case is connected to a Windows tablet (via DeX mode).

If none of the combinations work, then the function is disabled in the settings. Move to the next method.

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On some Xiaomi keyboards, the current language indicator is displayed on the Fn button – pay attention to the LED (blue = English, red = Chinese, green = Russian).

Method 2: MIUI settings – Adding and prioritizing languages

If the hotkeys don’t work, the language changes through system settings. MIUI. Important: This method only works for keyboards connected via Bluetooth or via Bluetooth. POGO-connector (for example, cases for Xiaomi Pad) 5/6).

1. Open Settings → Additional → Language and input.
2. Select the Physical Keyboard (if not, see Method 3).
3. Click Add language and select the desired language (e.g. Russian).
4. Drag the language to the top of the list to make it a priority.

After that, try using the hotkeys again. If the Physical Keyboard is missing, then your cover model requires a separate setup via the Mi Keyboard app (see next section).

Method 3: Mi Keyboard app – hidden settings

For the Mi Smart Keyboard and some cases models, there is an official Mi Keyboard app that lets you customize your layouts and hotkeys. Download it from the Mi App Store or Google Play (if available for your region).

Instructions:

1. Connect the case to the device (via Bluetooth or POGO).
2. Open the Mi Keyboard app.
3. Go to the Languages section → Add tongue.
4. Choose the desired layouts (for example, Russian, English).
5. In the Hot Keys section, activate the Switching Language option and assign a combination (e.g., Fn + Space).

If the app doesn’t find the keyboard, try:

• 🔄 Reconnect the case (forget the device in Bluetooth and connect again).
• 📱 Update the keyboard firmware through Settings → About the programme → Update.
• 🔧 Reset keyboard settings to factory (the Mi Keyboard app has the Reset option).

Method 4: Manually switching through the notification panel

On Xiaomi Pad tablets and smartphones with keyboard covers, an alternative method sometimes works: changing the language through the notification panel, which is suitable if the hot keys are turned off, but the system keyboard recognizes the physical.

How to do this:

1. Deploy the notification panel (swipe from top to bottom).
2. Find the Language icon (usually next to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi).
3. Click on it and select the desired layout.

If there is no icon, add it:

1. Press on. ⚙️ Edit in the notification panel.
2. Find the Tongue Tile and drag it to the active area.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (Especially global) tiles Language is not in principle. In this case, use method 2 or 3.

Method 5: Reset keyboard settings to factory

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the case, which will delete all the stored layouts and return the factory settings.

For Bluetooth keyboards:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Find your case in the list of connected devices.
3. Press on. ⚙️ Next to the name and select Forget the device.
4. Reconnect the case (usually hold Fn + 1 + 2 to activate the pairing mode).

For keyboards with POGO-Connector (e.g. Xiaomi Pad 6 Keyboard):

1. Unplug the cover from the tablet.
2. Hold Fn + Esc for 10 seconds (until the indicator flashes).
3. Connect the cover back - it will automatically reboot.

⚠️ Warning: Resetting removes all conjugated devices from the memory of the case. After the procedure, you may need to re-update the firmware through the Mi Keyboard App.

Problem Solving: Case does not respond to language change

If you have completed all the steps but the language is still unchanged, check out the following points:

• 🔋 Charging the case: A discharged battery can block some functions. Connect the case to charge for 10-15 minutes.
• 📱 Version. MIUI: On firmware older MIUI 13 may not have settings for physical keyboards. Update device.
• 🔄 Confluence of layouts: If too many languages are added to the system, the case may "hang"; leave only 2-3 basic languages.
• 🛠️ Damage to contacts: On covers with POGO-With a connector (e.g. Xiaomi Pad 6), the oxidation of the contacts can cause failures.

If the problem persists, try an alternative input method:

• 🖥️ Connect the case to the PC via Bluetooth – possibly on Windows/Mac The change of language will be more stable.
• 📱 Use the on-screen keyboard paired with the physical (in the language and input settings) → Keyboard control, turn both on).

Check the charge of the case.|Update the firmware of the tablet / smartphone|Remove Excess Languages in Settings|Reset the cover settings|Wipe. POGO-contacts (for tablets)-->

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the language on Xiaomi cases