How to change or remove the sound of the keyboard on Xiaomi: all ways to MIUI

The sound of the keyboard on Xiaomi smartphones is a part of the interface that can be both joyful and annoying. For some users, the characteristic "klatzing" when typing becomes a familiar accompaniment, for others - a source of discomfort, especially in quiet rooms, MIUI offers flexible settings of sound effects, allowing not only to disable them completely, but also to choose the melody to your taste.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to change the sound of the keyboard on Xiaomi, Redmi and other devices. POCO (including models from 2023 to 2026, you will learn how to:

• 🔊 Disable the sound of the keys through the system settings and keyboard parameters.
• 🎵 Change the tune to standard or downloaded from third-party sources.
• ⚙️ Set up vibration and tactile response when dialing.
• 🛠️ Solve problems if the sound is gone or not changing.

The instructions are relevant to MIUI 12, 13 and 14 (including global and Chinese firmware versions) If your device runs Android One (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) A3), Some menu items may be different – we’ll mention that too.

1. How to turn off keyboard sound on Xiaomi through system settings

The fastest way to remove the sound when typing is to use system parameters. MIUI. This method works on all smartphones of the brand, regardless of the keyboard model (standard Gboard, SwiftKey or proprietary Mi Keyboard).

Follow the step-by-step instructions:

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Scroll down to the System Sounds block and tap on the Keyboard Sounds item.
4. Move the slider to the off position (grey).

After that, all the keyboards on the device will stop making sounds when pressed. Note: this setting does not affect the vibration - it must be turned off separately (for more information, see the next section).

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5 Or the Redmi Note 12 Pro.+) Keyboard sounds may be in the submenu Additional audio settings. If you can't find it right away, check all the tabs in the Sound and Vibration section.

2. adjust the sound in the parameters of the keyboard itself

If you want to change the sound, not just turn it off, but change the melody, or adjust additional effects (like vibration), you need to go to the settings of a particular keyboard. Let's take a look at the three most popular options: the Mi Keyboard, Gboard and SwiftKey.

Mi Keyboard's signature keyboard

This keyboard is installed by default on most Xiaomi devices to change the sound of the keyboard.

1. Open any field to enter text (for example, in Notes or Messages).
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ (gear) on the keyboard panel to open its settings.
3. Select the keyboard settings → Sound and vibration.
4. Here you can: 🔕 Turn off the sound with a slider. 🎶 Change the melody by tapping on the item "Select the sound" (available 3-5 options depending on the firmware). 📳 Set up vibration in the block Tactile response.

Gboard keyboard (Google)

Gboard is often installed by users instead of a standard keyboard, to customize the sound in it:

1. Open the keyboard settings through the icon ⚙️ input panel.
2. Go to Settings → Sound when pressed.
3. Choose one of the options: 🔇 No sound, total shutdown. 🎹 Standard - Classical keyboard sound. 🎚️ Customizable - a choice of 10+ Melodies (not available on all devices).

Gboard also has a Removal Sound (a separate signal when deleting characters) and Capitalization Sound – these can be customized regardless of the main sound of the set.

2.3. SwiftKey (Microsoft)

If you use SwiftKey, the algorithm of actions will be as follows:

1. Open the keyboard settings through the icon ⚙️.
2. Go to Sound and Vibration.
3. Turn off or turn on the options: 🔊 The sound of the keys is the main sound of the set. 🔄 Auto-replacement sound – a signal when correcting words.

SwiftKey doesn’t offer a choice of tunes, just turn on/off standard sound, but it does have flexible vibration settings (duration and intensity).

3. How to set the custom keyboard sound on Xiaomi

Standard tunes in MIUI If you want to set your sound (like a game, a movie, or a self-recorded one), you have to use workarounds. Unfortunately, Xiaomi doesn't provide direct custom downloads, but there are two working ways to do it:

Replacement of system files (requires root rights)

This method is suitable for advanced users who are willing to risk the stability of the system. Changing system files without a backup can lead to keyboard failures or even a device “brick”.

Algorithm of action:

1. Download the audio file in.ogg format (for example, using the Online-Convert converter).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and use Root Explorer or Mixplorer to navigate the way: /system/media/audio/ui/
3. Find KeypressStandard.ogg and KeypressSpacebar.ogg files, which are responsible for the keystroke and space sound.
4. Back up the original files, then replace them with your own (with the same names).
5. Reset the device.

To set the custom sound in such a keyboard:

1. Download and install the app from Google Play.
2. Open the keyboard settings and find the Sounds or Customization section.
3. Select the option to download sound from the device memory.
4. Specify the path to the file (for example, /storage/emulated/0/Download/my_keyboard_sound.mp3).

The advantage of this method is that root is not required and risks are minimized. However, note that third-party keyboards may collect data about your typing (read the privacy policy before installing).

4. Vibration and tactile response setting

The sound of the keyboard is only part of sensory feedback, and vibration is also important, which helps you "feel" the presses even without sound. MIUI It can be set separately from the sound effects.

To change the vibration parameters:

1. Open the keyboard settings (as described in Section 2).
2. Go to Sound and Vibration (or Tactile Response in some versions).
3. Set up the following parameters: 📱 Vibration when pressed - on / off. ⏱️ Vibration duration – short/medium/long. 🔄 Vibration intensity – weak/strong (not available on all models).

On devices with a linear vibrator motor (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or POCO F4 GT) The tactile response will be more precise and pleasant, on budget models like Redmi. 10A) The vibration may seem rough, in which case it is better to turn it off completely.

If the vibration is unstable (for example, it works over and over), try:

• 🔄 Reset the device.
• 🛠️ Clear the keyboard cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → [Keyboard name] → Clear the cache.
• 📲 Update the keyboard to the latest version.

5. Why does the keyboard sound not change or disappear?

Sometimes users face problems when the keyboard sound:

• ❌ Not disabled after changing the settings.
• 🔇 Missing after update MIUI.
• 🔊 It doesn't change to the tune you choose.

Let us examine the most common causes and ways to eliminate them.

5.1 Conflict of system and keyboard settings

If you turn off the sound in Settings → Sound and vibration, but it still plays, check it out:

• 🔄 Settings of a specific keyboard (they can override system settings).
• 📱 Do Not Disturb – Some profiles (e.g. Meeting) block keyboard sounds.
• 🎵 Sound Profile - in Settings → Sound and vibration → Select Sound Modes (not Vibration or No Sound).

5.2 Failure after update MIUI

After major updates (e.g., with the MIUI 13 on MIUI 14) the keyboard settings may reset to return the sound:

1. Go to the keyboard settings and turn the sound back on.
2. If the melody is dropped on the standard, choose the desired one manually.
3. Clear keyboard data in Settings → Annexes → [Keyboard name] → Warehouse → Clear the data (sets will reset, but the sound should work).

5.3 Rights or cache problems

If the sound of the keyboard is unstable (i.e., it is not), try:

• 🧹 Clear the cache and keyboard data (as described above).
• 🔄 Restart the device in safe mode (hold the power button) → Safe Mode. If it's sounding normally, the problem is with a third-party app.
• 📲 Update MIUI and keyboard to the latest versions.

⚠️ Note: On some devices with MIUI China (Chinese firmware) keyboard sounds may depend on regional settings. If you use unofficial firmware (e.g. xiaomi.eu), check if the settings have reset after the update.

6. Features of settings on different Xiaomi models

Although most of the Xiaomi devices are working MIUI, Some models have unique nuances in the keyboard sound settings.

6.1. Flagship models (Xiaomi) 12/13/14, Mix)

On flagships (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Mix Fold 3) available:

• 🎛️ Advanced vibration settings (including Adaptive Vibration, which adjusts to context).
• 🔊 Additional sound themes in the branded keyboard (for example, Futuristic or Retro).
• 🎧 Support for spatial sound for keyboard (in headphones).

To activate spatial sound:

1. Connect compatible headphones (e.g. Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro).
2. Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration → Sound effects → Spatial sound.
3. Turn on the option and select the Game or Movie profile (keyboard will sound larger).

6.2. The Redmi Note series (10/11/12)

On Redmi Note devices (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+ 5G) Some of the sound effects available on flagships may not be available, but there are some advantages:

• 🔋 Optimized power consumption – the sound of the keyboard does not affect autonomy.
• 🎵 Option to choose from 5+ Standard tunes (instead of 3 on budget models).
• 📲 Quick access to audio settings via the notification panel (long tap on the volume icon).

Budgetary models (Redmi A, POCO M)

On the most affordable devices (for example, Redmi) A2+ or POCO M6 Pro) keyboard sound functionality is limited:

• 🚫 No choice of tunes – only to turn on/off standard sound.
• 🔄 Vibration can work unstable due to a weak vibrator.
• 📵 No spatial sound support.

If you lack the capabilities of a standard keyboard, install Gboard or SwiftKey – they offer more options even on budget smartphones.

6.4. Android One devices (Mi) A3, Mi A2)

Xiaomi smartphones on Android One (for example, Mi) A3) brandless MIUI, So the keyboard sound setting is different:

1. Open Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard.
2. Select your keyboard (such as Gboard).
3. Slip on the settings → Sound when pressed.

There is no global sound switch for all keyboards – each input needs to be customized separately.

7. Alternative ways to control keyboard sound

If the standard methods don't work, we can use workarounds. Let's look at two non-obvious options.

7.1.Use of automatic rules (e.g. time)

Using MacroDroid or Tasker, you can set up the automatic keyboard audio switch off at a specific time or when you connect to a specific Wi-Fi network, for example:

• 🕒 Turn off the sound at night (from 23:00 to 7:00).
• 🏠 Only at home (by geolocation).
• 🔇 Turn off when connecting headphones.

To set up in MacroDroid:

1. Create a new macro.
2. Select Time of Day or Wi-Fi Connection as a trigger.
3. In actions add Change the sound settings → Turn off the keyboard sound.
4. Save and activate the macro.

Configure through ADB (for advanced users)

If you know me, ADB (Android Debug Bridge, you can control the sound of the keyboard through commands, for example, to turn off the sound for the Mi Keyboard:

adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0

To bring back the sound:

adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 1

This method does not work on all firmware, but can be useful if standard settings are not available (for example, on customized devices). ROM).

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB require the debugging enabled USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap the version number → return to additional settings → For developers → Debugging by USB). Misuse ADB It could cause system failures.

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If the sound of the keyboard interferes with calls, turn on the option Silence media in the phone settings (Settings) → Sound and vibration → Silence of media when you call. This will automatically turn off all sounds (including the keyboard) during a conversation.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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If you type frequently in quiet places (such as in the library or in meetings), set up a quick switch off of keyboard sound via the notification bar or Xiao voice assistant. AI (Team: Turn off the keyboard sound»).