How to change or remove the screen tap sound on Xiaomi: all ways

The tapping sound on Xiaomi smartphones is one of those little things that can be both fun and annoying. For some users, tactile feedback with a characteristic click makes interaction with the device more intuitive, while for others it becomes a source of discomfort — especially in quiet rooms or when you use your phone actively at night. Fortunately, MIUI and the new HyperOS firmware offer several ways to adjust or completely turn off this sound.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current techniques, from the standard settings in the phone menu to the hidden features for power users, learn how to change the touch sound on the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T and other models running on different versions of the shell, and consider alternative solutions for cases when the system settings do not work.

Why can the sound of pressing interfere?

Before we get to the instructions, we need to understand where audio feedback is a problem, and here are the most common scenarios.

• 📵 Nighttime use: bright screen and loud clicks literally 'wake up the house»;
• 🎮 Games and Videos: Touch sounds overlap game effects or dialogues;
• 📊 Office work: Constant clicks distract colleagues;
• 🔇 Audio/video recording: microphone picks up extraneous sounds;
• 🛋️ Reading books: excessive noises disrupt concentration.

In addition, on some Xiaomi models, the tap sound may be delayed or distorted – this is often due to conflicts in the firmware or installed third-party launchers, in which case turning off the sound becomes not a desirable option, but a necessity.

Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI/HyperOS settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in system options. The interface may vary slightly depending on the firmware version, but the general logic is maintained:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration (on some models – Sound).
3. Find System Sounds or Touch Sounds.
4. Turn off the slider next to the Press Sound (may be called the Touch Click or Tactile Feedback).

On HyperOS (the new firmware for 2026 flagships), the path is a little different:

Settings → Personalization → Sounds and vibrations → System sounds → Touch sound

Check out the MIUI/HyperOS version in About Phone

Make sure your phone is not in "Do Not Disturb" mode.

Close all applications that may block settings

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Important: on some models (for example, Redmi 10A or POCO M4 Pro), the touch audio option can be hidden in the submenu "Additional audio settings". If you do not find the item, use the search by settings (the magnifying icon in the upper right corner).

Method 2: Use of the "Do Not Disturb" mode

If you need to temporarily remove the pressing sounds (for example, at night or during a meeting), it is more convenient to use the Do Not Disturb mode. It turns off not only the touching sounds, but all notifications:

• 🔔 Open the Settings. → Notifications and status bar → Don't disturb;
• 🕒 Set up a schedule or activate the mode manually;
• 🔕 In the Rules section, select Disable System Sounds.

The advantage of this method is flexibility: you can set up automatic turn on by time or geolocation (for example, at work).However, remember that in this mode you will not hear important notifications, so it is better to add exceptions for calls from favorite contacts.

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Method 3: Change the sound through themes (only for the purpose of MIUI)

The MIUI shell allows you to change the system sounds by setting themes, which is a great way to do this if you want to not turn the sound off altogether, but replace it with another one.

1. Open the Topic app (Brush icon).
2. Go to the Sounds section (may be in the Personalization submenu).
3. Choose the sound you like (such as Minimalism or Nature).
4. Apply the theme – the sound of the press will change to the selected option.

If you don’t like the standard sounds, you can download custom themes from the Xiaomi store:

Topics → Online → Search for "touch sounds"

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Before installing a new sound theme, check reviews – some custom packages may contain ads or work incorrectly on your model.

Method limitation: HyperOS has been stripped of the functionality of the sound themes, so newer models (Xiaomi 14, Redmi K70) may not work.

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If the system settings do not allow you to turn off the sound (this happens on some firmware for the POCO Or Black Shark, you can use it. ADB-This method requires connecting the phone to a computer and basic knowledge of how to work with the console.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times)
2. Enable USB debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0
4. Reset the device.

To return the sounds back, use the same command, replacing 0 with 1.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Do not change other parameters unless you are sure of their purpose. 12S Ultra, Mix Fold 3 after ADB-commands may need to reset sound settings through Settings → Annexes → Application management → Settings (3 points) → Resetting settings.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to determine, we have collected the key pros and cons of each method in the table:

For most users, the best solution is the first or second way, and if you want to switch the audio off, try themes or ADB. The latter two methods require caution: third-party applications can contain ads, and ADB, if used improperly, can disrupt the stability of the system.

Method 5: Third-party applications for sound management

If the built-in options are not satisfied, you can use the applications from Google Play.

• 🔊 SoundAssistant (Samsung, but it also works on Xiaomi) – allows you to flexibly customize system sounds;
• 🎛️ Volume Styles – Changes volume control style and turns off touch sounds;
• 🔇 Silent Touch – specializes in turning off the sounds of pressing.

Before installation, check:

1. Compatibility with your model (read reviews)
2. Availability of advertising or subscriptions;
3. Permissions required (some people ask for access to notifications or contacts – this is excessive).

⚠️ Note: Apps like SoundAbout or Tasker may conflict with the MIUI, After installation, test the phone in safe mode (press the power button). → Safe regime).

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the touch is turned off, users sometimes face unexpected difficulties, and here are the most common ways to eliminate them:

• 🔄 Sound returns after rebooting: Reason: system resets sound. Solution: Use ADB-command to permanently shut down or check if the installed application resets sounds (for example, launcher).
• 🎵 Sound is off, but vibration is still there: Vibration and sound are set separately. → Sounds and vibrations → Vibration on touch.
• 📱 No "Push Sound" in the settings: On some models (Redmi) 9A, POCO C40) The option is hidden. Try updating the firmware or use it. ADB.

If none of these methods worked, check to see if the phone has custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), in which case the sounds can be controlled through other menus, and sometimes not at all.

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On HyperOS models (2026), touch sounds are often tied to system animations, and disabling them can affect the smoothness of the interface.

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