The sound signals you press on Xiaomi can be annoying — especially if you type messages often or play games. Even the quiet clicks of the keyboard eventually start to get on your nerves, not to mention the loud system sounds of locking the screen or adjusting volume. Fortunately, MIUI has several ways to turn those sounds off — both completely and selectively.
In this article, we’ll take a look at all the techniques you can use, from standard settings to hidden features for power users, and learn how to remove keyboard sound, system buttons (home, back, multitasking), and even lock/unlock sounds, and the instructions are relevant for all modern models, from the Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14.
Important: Some of the ways require administrator rights or developer mode, and if you're a beginner, start with the first two, which are the easiest and most secure.
1. Disabling the keyboard sound in the MIUI settings
The most obvious and quick way is to use standard system settings, which works for all keyboards, including the standard Gboard (from Google) and the branded Mi Keyboard.
How to do this:
- 📱 Open the Settings app** (cog icon on the home screen).
- 🔊 Go to the section Sound and vibration → Other sounds.
- 🎹 Find the keystroke sound and move the slider to the "Off" position.».
- 🔄 For Gboard: Open the keyboard → press on ⚙️ Settings → Text input settings → Turn off the sound when pressed.
If you still hear the sound after this action, check the settings of the specific application (for example, WhatsApp or Telegram sometimes have their own keyboard sounds). Also make sure that the No Sound mode is not activated in the Sound and Vibration section - it can block changes.
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If the sound of the keys is gone, but there is a vibration response, it can be turned off there - in the section Vibration when pressed.
2. Remove system button sounds (Back, Home, Multitasking)
The sounds you click on the touch buttons (or gestures) are customized separately, depending on the version of MIUI, the path may be slightly different, but the general logic is maintained:
Instructions for MIUI 14/13/12.5:
- Going into Settings → Sound and vibration.
- Leak down to the System Sounds block.
- Turn off the sliders: 🔙 The sound of the “Return” button» 🏠 The sound of the home button» 📱 The sound of the "Recent" button (multi-tasking)
Some firmware may call these items differently, such as Navigation Sounds or Tactile Feedback. If you don't find the right partition, search by settings (the magnifier in the upper right corner).
What to do if there is no "System Sounds" item?
3. Disable the screen lock/unlock sounds
The sound when locking and unlocking the screen is configured separately from the keyboard, which can be turned off completely or replaced with silent mode:
| Action. | Path in settings | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Turn off the lock sound. | Settings → Sound and vibration → Screen lock sound | Choose No Sound. |
| Remove the unlock sound | Settings → Sound and vibration → The sound of unlocking the screen | On some models combined with a lock |
| Turn off the vibration. | Settings → Sound and vibration → Vibration when blocked | It only works on MIUI 13+. |
Important: On some models (e.g., POCO F5), the locking sound is tied to the system volume profile, and if you turn off all the sounds through the volume button, it will also disappear.
4. Hidden settings: Developer mode
If standard methods don't work, you can use developer mode, and that gives you access to additional parameters, including turning off sounds at the system level.
How to turn on the developer mode:
- Open the Settings. → The phone.
- Find the MIUI version and click on it 7 times in a row.
- Enter. PIN-code or pattern lock, if required.
- Return to the main settings menu and a new section for developers will appear.
Backup data |Remember current sound settings |Recharge phone at least 50% |Do not interrupt the process of changing the parameters-->
Warning: Do not change other settings in developer mode unless you are sure of their purpose. Incorrect settings can cause malfunctions in the phone.
5. Use of third-party applications
If system methods don’t work, you can use third-party utilities, for example, the SoundAssistant app (from Samsung, but it works on Xiaomi) allows you to flexibly adjust sounds:
How to use:
- Download SoundAssistant from Google Play.
- Open the application and provide all necessary permissions.
- Go to the Touch Sounds section.
- Turn off the sliders for: 🎹 Keyboards 🔙 System buttons 🔒 Screen locks
The advantage of this method is that it can selectively turn off sounds for individual applications, for example, you can leave the sound on WhatsApp, but remove it in games.
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The side of the application may conflict with MIUI. If after installation there were lags or the phone began to overheat - remove the utility and use standard settings.
6. Radical Method: Disconnecting via ADB (for Advanced)
If you're ready to experiment, you can turn off system-level sounds via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting your phone to your computer and basic command line knowledge.
Step-by-step:
- 🖥️ Install Android SDK Platform-Tools on PC.
- 📱 Turn on the phone to debug. USB (Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB).
- 🔌 Connect your phone to your computer and confirm your trust in the device.
- 💻 Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux) enter: