Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 4 lineup is deservedly considered one of the most reliable devices of its time, but its MIUI software has a number of features that not everyone seems comfortable with. One of these features is the tactile return of character input, which can be annoying in quiet rooms or during prolonged correspondence. The constant vibration is not only distracting, but can consume battery power faster than necessary for comfortable use of the gadget.
The process of deactivating this feature is not obvious to beginners, since the settings are dispersed between the system parameters and the menu of the keyboard itself. Owners of Redmi Note 4 should know that the management of tactile response is divided into two levels: system, which concerns all the actions of the interface, and application, responsible solely for printing text. Understanding this difference will help you completely eliminate unnecessary fluctuations of the case.
In this article, we will take a look at all the available ways to customize the tactile experience. We will look at standard MIUI shell tools, settings of popular keyboards and methods that apply even in cases where standard options do not work correctly.
System settings of tactile response in MIUI
The first step to full vibration control is to address the operating system’s global settings. In the MIUI shell installed on the Redmi Note 4, there is a separate section that regulates the intensity of tactile response for all system actions, which includes not only printing, but also the reactions to pressing navigation buttons, locking the screen and other interface interactions.
To get to the menu you need to open Settings and find the Sound and Vibration section. In some versions of the firmware, this item may be simply called Sounds. Inside, you'll see a slider or switch that handles the tactile response. If you turn it off completely here, the vibration will disappear when you print, but it will disappear with other actions, which is worth considering.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling system vibration completely can make navigating the menu less convenient, as you will no longer feel the confirmation of clicking on virtual buttons.
To fine-tune it, use the advanced options. Click on Vibration when touching or similar to see the intensity scale. On the Redmi Note 4, you can set a minimum value that will actually make the vibration invisible while maintaining the system logic of the interface, a compromise solution for those who do not want to completely lose tactile connection with the device.
It's important to note that the changes in this section are instantaneous, you don't need to restart your smartphone or restart your apps, but if the vibration is still there after you make the changes, then the settings of the input application itself, which we'll talk about later, are the priority.
Setting up the standard MIUI keyboard
By default, Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 4, often pre-installed its own shell keyboard, which has its own set of parameters that can override system settings, and to control vibration in this particular app, you need to go to its internal menu.
Open any application that requires text input, such as Messages or Notes, to call the keyboard to the screen. At the top of the keyboard panel, find a gear icon or a four-square icon. Click on it and you'll be taken to the Settings menu. Select Preferences or Sound and Vibration.
Inside this section, you'll find a Vibration slider when you press it, move it to an inactive position, or reduce it to zero, and there may be a press sound option that you can also turn off for complete silence, which is only applicable to the operation of the MIUI keyboard and does not affect other applications.
Hidden functions of the MIUI keyboard
If you use multiple input languages, make sure that the settings are applied to all active layouts. Sometimes switching the language may reset some user preferences, although this is rare in modern versions of MIUI. Checking the keyboard in different languages will help make sure that the changes made are correct.
Vibration management in Google Gboard
Many Redmi Note 4 users prefer to replace the standard keyboard with Google's Gboard, considering it more functional and convenient. The logic of turning off vibration here is similar, but the path to settings may differ. Gboard has its own priorities, ignoring the MIUI system settings in terms of tactile response when printing.
To access the settings, open the Settings app, scroll down to the Additional Settings section and select Language and Enter. In the list of active keyboards, find Gboard and click on it. Next, select Settings (or call the keyboard and click on the gear icon).
In the Gboard menu, go to Preferences, and here you will find the keystroke Vibration switch, turn it off to stop the tactile recoil, and in this section you can adjust the vibration duration if you want to keep it shorter, which is especially true for Redmi Note 4 owners who appreciate the detail of the settings.
It's worth mentioning that updating the Gboard app through the Play Market can sometimes reset user settings to factory settings. If the vibration suddenly reappears after a long period of silence, check this section again. Regular updates to apps provide security, but require attention to configuration.
Use of third-party keyboards: SwiftKey and others
The mobile app market offers many alternatives to standard input tools, and the Redmi Note 4, with its powerful processor, does a great job of any of them. Popular variants like SwiftKey or Yandex Keyboard have their own, often more flexible tactile response controls.
Consider an example of a SwiftKey-based setup. Once you install and activate your keyboard, open the SwiftKey app from your smartphone menu. Go to Sound and Vibration. Here you'll see Vibration slider when you press it. If you tick the tick or slide it to the left, you turn off the vibration. The settings interface here is more visualized than standard solutions.
The advantage of third-party keyboards is that you can create profiles, you can set different vibration parameters for different applications or situations, for example, in messengers, vibration can be turned off, and in notes it can be turned on, this is a level of customization that is not available for a standard MIUI keyboard.
⚠️ Note: Installing third-party keyboards requires advanced permissions, including access to typing. Use only verified apps from the official Google Play Store.
If you decide to upgrade to a third-party solution, make sure it is optimized for your version of Android. On Redmi Note 4, which runs Android 6 or 7 (depending on the firmware), some newer versions of the keyboards may not work smoothly, in which case it is better to download a slightly older but stable version of the app.
Comparison of methods of turning off vibration
For the convenience of users, we have systematized information about different ways to turn off vibrations. Each method has its own characteristics for the operation of the Xiaomi smartphone. The choice of the particular method depends on whether you want to remove vibration only when printing or throughout the system.
The table below shows the main differences between system shutdown and in-app setup, which will help you navigate faster and choose the right option for your situation.
| Method | Scope of action | Difficulty | Impact on the battery |
|---|---|---|---|
| System settings | The entire interface and keyboard | Low. | Maximum savings |
| Keyboard settings | Only text input | Medium | Partial savings |
| Third-party annexes | Only text input | Tall. | Depends on the app. |
| Don't disturb mode. | Temporary notices | Low. | Minor. |
As you can see from the table, system shutdown is the most radical, but also the most effective way, but for most users, the best option is to set up the input application, which allows you to maintain tactile communication with the system, eliminating the annoying effect of typing messages.
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The optimal balance between comfort and functionality is achieved by turning off vibration only in the active keyboard settings, leaving the system response on.
Additional advice and working arrangements
There are situations where you don't need to shut down the vibration completely, but you need to temporarily reduce the vibration intensity. Redmi Note 4 owners should pay attention to Do Not Disturb mode. Activate it through the notification curtain or sidebar, you can prevent the smartphone from vibrating at certain hours, for example, at night or during meetings.
It is also useful to know about the handheld mode function. In some versions of MIUI, the vibration settings may conflict with the proximity sensor if there is a random tap in your pocket. If your phone vibrates in your pocket without you, check the touchscreen sensitivity settings in the engineering menu or through special calibration apps.
Remember, the physical wear of the vibrator is real. On older devices like the Redmi Note 4, the motor can start to hum or vibrate intermittently. If the vibration becomes erratic or too loud even at a minimum, it may not be the settings, but the hardware.
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Use the "In the plane" mode for quick check: if in this mode the vibration during printing disappeared, then it is a matter of software settings, and not in the physical sticking of the button or motor.
For advanced users, there is the possibility of adjusting vibration through ADB-It requires a computer connection and debugging skills, and the average user has enough of the software methods described above that are safe and reversible at any time.