Xiaomi’s Redmi series has long proven to be reliable, with excellent value for money. However, standard MIUI settings can sometimes annoy users with excessive sound effects. One of the most common sources of this acoustic noise is the virtual keyboard, which emits a characteristic click every time you press a button on the screen.
For many Xiaomi Redmi 8 owners, this sound becomes a real problem, especially in quiet rooms, meetings or public transport, when you need to type a message without attracting the attention of others. Fortunately, the developers have provided flexible settings that allow you to completely eliminate intrusive audio signals, while maintaining tactile return or visual indication.
In this article, we will take a closer look at all the ways you can turn off input on your device, not only the standard methods through system settings, but also the specific parameters inside the Gboard keyboard itself, which is the default on most global versions of MIUI firmware.
Why the keyboard makes sounds and why turn them off
Sound typing is a legacy of the physical push-button phone era, where mechanical clicking confirmed successful clicking. In the touch screen era, this feature has become a software simulation designed to give users feedback. However, on modern devices like Redmi 8, screens are highly sensitive, and there is no need for audible confirmation of each action.
Constant background noise can negatively affect concentration, especially if you are used to typing quickly.In addition, in situations where the phone is in "No Sound" or "Vibration" mode, some applications may ignore these global settings and continue to play the system sounds of the keyboard, which creates awkward situations.
Turning off the sound not only keeps the sound quiet, but also, according to some users, saves a little battery power, since the speaker does not activate hundreds of times a day. Although the savings will be minimal, the psychological comfort of not having too much noise is worth it.
⚠️ Warning: Turning off the keyboard does not affect the volume of media or calls. This is a separate system parameter that needs to be adjusted regardless of the overall volume slider.
It's important to understand the difference between the sound of the system and the sound of the media. When you watch a YouTube video or listen to music, the media channel works. The keyboard uses a system notification channel, which is why, by turning down the volume with the buttons while watching a movie, you may not notice that the key clicks remain loud.
Set up system sounds through the Xiaomi menu
The first and most obvious way to remove annoying clicks is to refer to the general audio settings of your Xiaomi Redmi 8. In the MIUI shell, these parameters are put into a separate subsection, which makes managing audio effects quite convenient, and you can globally prohibit the system from playing any sounds of the interface.
You first need to go to the main settings menu, and usually the gear icon is on your desktop or in the notification curtain, and you need to find a item called "Sound and Vibration," which is where all the controls on your smartphone's audio output are concentrated.
Inside this menu, scroll down until you see "Additional Settings" or "System Sounds." Different versions of MIUI (e.g. MIUI 11 or MIUI 12, which are relevant to Redmi 8) may have slightly different layouts, but the logic remains the same.
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If you can't find the right item on the menu, use the search bar at the top of the settings screen, type in the word "sound" or "keyboard", and the system will suggest the desired partition.
Find a switch called "Touch Sound" or "UI Sound." Its active state means that the phone will respond to any interactions with interface elements, including the keyboard.
After that, all system clicks should disappear. However, it is worth noting that some third-party keyboards may ignore this system flag and be guided by their internal settings. So if this method has not worked, move on to the next chapter.
Turning off the sound directly in Gboard
The most common keyboard on Xiaomi smartphones is Google’s Gboard, which has its own system-independent sound playback engine, which means that even if the system has disabled sounds, there can be a tick inside the Gboard app that compels it to turn them on.
To access the keyboard settings, open any application that requires text input, such as Messages or Notes. When the keyboard appears, look at the top toolbar, and there should be a gear icon or a four-square icon.
Clicking on the gear, you'll be taken to the Gboard settings menu. Find the Preferences section. This is where the settings for how the keyboard behaves when you type, including autocorrect, text prediction, and of course, sound effects, are hidden.
☑️ Checking Gboard settings
In the settings list, find "Push Sound." Next to it will be a volume slider. To completely turn off the sound, you need to move this slider completely left to "0" or simply switch the switch to "Off" if this option is available in your version of the application.
Interestingly, Gboard also allows you to customize the vibration when you press it, so you can create a silent mode where you can physically feel the keyboard response, but you can't make a sound, which is the perfect balance for using your smartphone in a movie theater or library.
Use of work modes and profiles
The MIUI-based Android operating system offers users user-friendly work profiles that allow users to instantly change device behavior depending on the situation. Using these profiles is the fastest way to turn off keyboard sound on the fly without digging into deep menus every time.
The main modes are usually three: General, No Sound and Do Not Disturb. You can switch them through the notification curtain (swipe from top to bottom) or through the physical volume buttons. When switching to No Sound mode, the system automatically blocks all audio outputs, including the system sounds of the keyboard.
Do Not Disturb is even more selective, allowing calls from selected contacts to pass, but it is guaranteed to block all interface sounds and notifications, which is a great option for night time or important meetings.
- 🔇 No sound: Completely turns off all sounds including music, video and system clicks.The screen can blink at notifications.
- 🌙 Don't disturb: Blocks sounds and vibrations, but allows you to customize exceptions for alarm clocks and repetitive calls.
- 🔊 General: Standard mode, which runs all sound effects, including the keyboard, unless manually disabled.
Go to the sound settings and find the option "No Sound Mode," where you can choose what you want to turn off: just calls, only notifications, or all sounds completely.
⚠️ Warning: When activating the "Do Not Disturb" mode, make sure the alarm is not turned off in exceptions, otherwise you risk sleeping through an important event.
Comparison of methods of switching off sound
To make it easier for you to choose the right way, we have prepared a comparison table that will help you understand which method is best for your particular situation: whether you need to turn off the sound permanently or only temporarily.
| Method | Difficulty | Influence on other sounds | Recommended use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gboard settings | Low. | Just the keyboard. | For continuous use |
| Systemic sounds | Medium | All interface sounds | For complete silence of the interface |
| No Sound Mode | Minimum | All the sounds of the device | Temporary (movie, meeting) |
| Physical buttons | Minimum | Depends on the button settings | Fast volume control |
As you can see from the table, setting up through Gboard is the most pointy tool, which allows you to leave the notification sounds from messengers on, but remove the clicks of the print, which gives you more control over the acoustic environment of your Redmi 8.
On the other hand, system settings cover a wider range of activities, and if you're annoyed not only by the keyboard, but also by the sounds of locking, unlocking and charging, you'd better use the general audio settings.
Decision and additional advice
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where seemingly all settings are checked, sliders are removed to zero, and the sound is still present, this can be due to the peculiarities of the operation of specific applications or conflicting versions of software.
First of all, check to see if the audio is on in the app you're typing in. Some messengers or games have their own sound effects settings that can overlap the system, and make sure that the phone doesn't have a third-party launcher or theme that compulsorily includes sound packets.
What if the sound returned after the update?
Another reason could be an activated feature called "Sound Improvements" or equalizer, which artificially raises the volume of silent system signals. Try temporarily turning off any audio effects in the sound settings and check the keyboard.
If you use a third-party keyboard, such as SwiftKey or Yandex Keyboard, the algorithm will be similar: you need to look for settings inside the keyboard application itself, usually under the "Sounds and vibrations" or "Input settings".
⚠️ Attention: When installing themes from the store MIUI Read the description carefully. Some themes may force the interface's sound effects to be injected, ignoring your previous settings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does turning off the keyboard sound affect battery power?
Can you make the keyboard sound quieter, but not turn it off completely?
Why does the keyboard vibrate even when the sound is off?
Are the audio settings reset after the phone is restarted?
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Optimal configuration for quiet operation: Keyboard sound is turned off in Gboard, system interface sounds are turned off, vibration is left on for tactile control.
To sum up, the sound effects management on Xiaomi Redmi 8 gives the user complete freedom of action. You can set the device to respond to your actions exactly as you feel comfortable, not as the default one. We hope that after reading this manual, your smartphone will become even more convenient to use.
Remember to check the system and keyboard app updates periodically, as developers often improve the settings interfaces to make sound management even more intuitive. Use technology comfortably!