Notification sounds on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones can be a real problem if they go off too often or at the wrong time, especially for owners of devices with MIUI 14/15, where loud signals for messages, calls and system alerts are turned on by default. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to turn off the sound of notifications, from full silent mode to selective shutdown for individual applications.
It's important to understand that MIUI is updated regularly, and the location of some menu items may vary slightly depending on the firmware version and the phone model. However, the general logic of the settings remains the same. If you use a Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12 or POCO F5, the instructions below will also work for your device. We'll also look at how to make the notifications come without sound, but with vibration - this is often more convenient than completely disabling alerts.
1. Completely disabling the notification sound through the control panel
The fastest way to silence all notifications is to use the Quick Settings Panel, which works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of MIUI or Android.
To turn off the sound of notifications:
- 📱 Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
- 🔊 Find the Sound icon (usually a speaker with waves) and tap it.
- 🔕 Select No Sound mode (icon with crossed-out speaker).
- 📲 Alternatively, hold your finger on the Sound icon to go straight to the sound settings.
In this mode, all notifications (including calls, SMS and messages from messengers) will come without sound, but with vibration.
⚠️ Warning: In No Sound mode, alarm clock sounds are also turned off.If you use the standard Xiaomi Watch app, make sure the alarm is set to vibrate or turn on the sound in advance.
2. Adjust the sound of notifications in the menu "Sounds and vibrations"
If you want to have more flexibility, like leaving the sound for calls but removing it for messages, use system settings, which allows you to customize notifications to specific scenarios.
Instructions:
- Open the settings (cog icon).
- Go to the section Sound and vibration.
- Select Quiet Mode.
- Activate the option Schedule or Manual if you want to turn off the sound for a certain period.
- In the Notifications section, you can separately configure the sounds for: 💬 Communications 📞 Calls. 🔔 System alerts
To completely disable the notification sound (but save vibration), select the option No Sound or Vibration Only in the notification settings.
☑️ Checking the sound settings
3. Disconnecting the sound for individual applications
If you are annoyed by notifications only from certain apps (such as Telegram, WhatsApp or games), they can be selectively disabled, which is convenient if you do not want to miss important notifications from messengers or emails.
How to do this:
- 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes.
- 🔍 Find the right application (for example, VK Or Instagram, and tap on it.
- 🔔 Select Notifications.
- 🔕 Turn off the Sound or Alert switch (depending on version) MIUI).
- 📳 Some apps (such as Gmail) may need to adjust notification categories further.
If the list does not contain the desired application, check if its notifications are hidden in the Special Access settings (Notifications in the main settings).
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In some versions of MIUI, you can set "priority" notifications, and select "Priority Mode" in the audio settings, and add important contacts or applications to exceptions.
4.Use of the "Do Not Disturb" mode
Do Not Disturb (DND) allows you to turn off all notification sounds, but still leave the possibility of missing important calls or alarms, which is ideal for sleeping, meeting or working.
How to set up:
- 🕒 Go to Settings. → Sounds and vibrations → Don't disturb.
- 🔄 Enable the mode manually or set the schedule (for example, from 23:00 to 7:00).
- 📞 In the section of exceptions, calls from: 👥 Selected contacts 📞 Repeated calls (if someone calls twice within 3 minutes) ⏰ Alarm clocks and reminders
- 🔔 Turn off the notification sounds option, but leave the vibration if necessary.
In new versions of MIUI 15, you can quickly turn on the Do Not Disturb mode through the control panel (icon with a crossed bell).
| Regime. | Notification sounds | Vibration. | Calls. | Alarm clocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No sound. | ❌ Disabled. | ✅ There is. | ❌ Disabled. | ❌ Disabled. |
| Don't disturb (DND) | ❌ Disabled. | ⚠️ Tune in. | ⚠️ Exceptions only. | ✅ Work. |
| Vibration. | ❌ Disabled. | ✅ There is. | ✅ There is. | ✅ Work. |
| Priority regime | ⚠️ Only for the elect. | ✅ There is. | ✅ Only the elect. | ✅ Work. |
5. Disable the sound of notifications through the developer (for advanced)
If standard methods don't work (e.g. on custom firmware or older versions of MIUI), you can use developer mode to turn off sounds at the system level.
Instructions:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Enter your password if needed.
Settings → Additional → For Developers
Turn off the absolute volume level
Turn off notification sounds
Disable notification sounds
⚠️ Warning: Changing the settings in developer mode can lead to unstable system operation. It is not recommended to turn off other settings if you are not sure about their purpose.
What to do if the notification sound is not switched off?
6. Alternative methods: third-party applications and automation
If the built-in MIUI tools don't work, you can use third-party solutions, such as MacroDroid or Tasker, which allow you to automatically turn off notification sounds on a schedule, geolocation or other triggers.
Example of settings in MacroDroid:
- 📱 Install the app from Google Play.
- 🔄 Create a new macro command with a Time trigger (e.g. 22:00–08:00).
- 🔔 Add the action Change the notification sound and select No Sound.
- 📌 Save and activate macros.
You can also use Google Assistant for voice control:
Okay, Google, turn on Do Not Disturb mode for 2 hours.This command will turn off all notification sounds for the specified period.
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Third-party sound management applications are convenient but require additional permissions. Check the developer's reviews and reputation before installing.