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

The audio signals used in typing on Xiaomi can be annoying, especially if you type frequently in public or at night. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to turn off the sound, but not all of them are obvious to users. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for different versions of MIUI (12 to 14), including the standard Mi Keyboard, Gboard and other popular alternatives.

It’s important to understand that settings may vary depending on the smartphone model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13, etc.) and the firmware version. We’ve taken these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions that work on 90% of the brand’s devices. If you encounter an unusual situation, there is a section on solving problems at the end of this article.

Why is the sound of the keyboard not switched off in the standard way?

Many users complain that even after the keyboard settings are turned off, the sounds continue to play back, for several reasons:

• 🔊 Systemic sounds MIUI — Some models ignore keyboard settings if the system has enabled "Touch Sounds" or "Audio feedback".
• 📱 Application conflict – third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher) or optimizers can reset settings.
• 🔄 Updates MIUI — after major updates (for example, with MIUI 13 on MIUI 14) some parameters are reset to factory.
• 🎹 Keyboard specificity – in Gboard and SwiftKey, the sound settings are stored separately from the system.

Before you go to radical methods (like resetting), check all possible sources of sound. Often the problem is solved by simply turning off one or two switches.

Method 1: Turn off the sound in the Mi Keyboard settings

If you use a standard Mi Keyboard, the following algorithm will work 95% of the time:

1. Open any application with a field to enter text (such as Notes or Messages).
2. Touch the gear badge (⚙️) on the keyboard to open its settings.
3. Go to Sound and Vibration (or Keyboard Settings → Sound in older versions).
4. Turn off the switches: 🔇 Keystroke sound 🔊 Vibration upon pressing (optional)

If you don't have Sound and Vibration, your Mi Keyboard version is outdated, upgrade it through Google Play Market or use an alternative method in the next section.

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⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 9A, POCO M3) After the Mi Keyboard has turned off the sound, it may reappear after the reboot. MIUI The solution is to install Gboard or disable sounds at the system level (see Method 3).

Method 2: Configure sounds in Gboard (Google keyboard)

Gboard is the most popular alternative to the standard keyboard on Xiaomi, to turn off the sounds in it:

1. Run Gboard (for example, in Chrome or Telegram).
2. Click on the gear icon in the top menu of the keyboard.
3. Select Settings → Sound when pressed.
4. Move the slider to the off position.

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If you don't have "Click Sound" in Gboard, try resetting the app: Phone Settings → Apps → Gboard → Storage → Clear the data. This will bring all settings back to factory settings, but it won't delete your dictionaries.

Method 3: Disabling system sounds in MIUI

If the keyboard sound is still there even after the keyboard settings are turned off, the problem lies in MIUI global sound settings.

1. Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration.
2. Scroll down to the Other Sounds and Vibrations section.
3. Turn it off: 🔊 Touch sounds 🔄 Vibration upon touch (optional) 🎹 Keyboard sound (if any)

Some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14 for the global version) may not have the "Keyboard Sound" clause, in which case only resetting the sound settings or installing a third-party keyboard will help.

Method 4: Radical methods (for power users)

If none of these things work, then there are more complex solutions, and they should only be used as a last resort:

4.1. Disconnecting sounds via ADB

This will require a computer and enabled debugging over USB:

adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0

This command will turn off all system sound effects, including keyboard sounds, and to bring them back, replace 0 with 1.

4.2 Deletion of system sound files

⚠️ Note: This method requires root rights and can lead to unstable system operation. Use it only if you understand the risks!

Keyboard sounds are stored in files along the way:

/system/media/audio/ui/KeypressStandard.ogg


/system/media/audio/ui/KeypressSpacebar.ogg




/system/media/audio/ui/KeypressDelete.ogg

You can either delete these files or rename them (for example, adding.bak at the end). MIUI.

Method 5: Using third-party keyboards without sound

If you can't turn off the sound on a standard keyboard, the easiest way to install an alternative is to use the best options for Xiaomi:

• 🎹 Gboard (Google) is a reliable keyboard with flexible audio settings.
• ⚡ SwiftKey (Microsoft) – supports gestures and themes, sounds are turned off in two clicks.
• 🔒 AnySoftKeyboard – open source, no data collection, minimalist design.
• 📱 Fleksy – keyboard with extended gestures, sounds are turned off in the input settings.

To install a third-party keyboard:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → System and Device → Language and Input → Current Keyboard.
3. Select the keyboard installed and activate it.
4. In the settings of the new keyboard, turn off the sounds and vibrations.

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The keyboard side not only solves the sound problem, but often offers better auto-replacement, gesture support, and synchronization between devices.

Solving typical problems

Even after the audio is turned off, Xiaomi users face a recurrence of the problem.

Problem 1: The sound comes back after the reboot

This is a typical MIUI 12.5-13 bug.

• 🔄 Update your firmware to the latest version (via Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 📵 Install Gboard and turn off the sounds in it – they don’t reset.
• 🔧 Use Automation applications (such as MacroDroid) to automatically turn off the sound after downloading.

Problem 2: Sound is only available in some applications

If the keyboard sound is only heard on WhatsApp, VK or Telegram, check:

• 🔊 The sound settings inside the app itself (e.g. in Telegram: Settings) → Notifications and sounds → Keyboard sounds).
• 📱 Application version – sometimes bugs with sound are fixed in new updates.
• 🎵 Conflict with other sound effects (e.g. notification sounds).

Problem 3: No "Keyboard Sound" item in the settings

On some firmware (especially for the Redmi budget line), this item is hidden.

• 🔍 Use the Settings Search (swipe down on the main settings screen and type in the “keyboard sound").
• 📲 Install. MIUI Hidden Settings (application for access to hidden parameters).
• 🔧 Reset the keyboard settings to factory (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Keyboard → Warehouse → Clear the data).

FAQ: Frequent questions about keyboard sounds on Xiaomi