How to remove the sound of dialing on Xiaomi Redmi Note: all ways

The sound of dialing on the Xiaomi Redmi Note can be annoying - especially if you make frequent calls in public or use your phone in silence.Unfortunately, the manufacturer doesn't always make this option obvious: in some versions, it's not easy to get a phone out of the way. MIUI The button switching off point is hidden in the back of the menu, while in others it is not in the standard settings at all. ROM), where the functionality may differ.

In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven ways to disable dialing on the Redmi Note 10/11/12, Note 9 Pro, Note 8 Pro and other models in the series, from basic settings to hidden commands for the engineering menu. You’ll also learn why sound can return after a system update and how to prevent it. All instructions are relevant for MIUI 12, MIUI 13 and MIUI 14 (including global and European firmware).

1. Standard method: through phone settings

On most Xiaomi Redmi Note models, dialing sounds are turned off via the call settings menu, but the path to this option may vary depending on the MIUI version and regional firmware.

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to the section Sounds and vibrations when calling (or call settings in older versions).
4. Find the dialing sound (may be called Tonal Signal or Key Sounds) and move the slider to the "Off" position.

If you don't have one, your firmware doesn't support turning off the sound through the standard menu, so move on to the following.

Check the version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Make sure you have global firmware (if not, the method may not work)

Close all background apps before changing settings

Restart your phone after the sound is turned off (recommended)

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Disconnection via engineering menu (for all models)

If the standard method didn’t work, you can use the Engineering Mode, which works on the Redmi Note 8/9/10/11 and other models, but you need to be careful that improper changes can disrupt the network.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. Select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Set Audio Mode block and select Normal (if the sound hasn't turned off, try the other modes alternately).
4. Go back to the main menu of the engineering mode and select Hardware Testing → Audio → Volume.
5. Find the Key Tone Volume and set the value 0.

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If the engineering menu doesn’t open, try entering the code through the standard Calculator app: enter 4636, then press = and hold the result for a few seconds.

Important: some firmware (e.g. Chinese) may have the engineering menu blocked, in which case use the ADB method (Section 4).

3. Use of the Call Settings app (for MIUI 13/14)

In the latest versions of MIUI 13 and MIUI 14, Xiaomi has moved some of the call settings to a separate app. If you don't find the option in the standard menu, follow these steps:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the search bar, enter Call Settings (or Call Settings).
• 🔊 Launch the app and go to the section Sounds and vibrations.
• 🔕 Turn off the slider Dialing Sound or Tonal Signal.

If the Call Settings app is not available, your firmware is using the old menu structure, in which case you should try updating the system or using alternative methods.

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4. Disable audio via ADB (for power users)

If none of the previous methods worked, you can use them. ADB-This method requires you to connect your phone to your computer, but it's guaranteed to turn off the typing sound on any firmware, including Chinese.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (ADB and Fastboot) on your computer.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to unlock Developer Settings), then go back to Settings → Additional → Developer and activate debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux) in the folder with the platform-tools.
4. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices (the name of your device should appear).
5. Execute the command to turn off the dial sound: adb shell settings put system dtmf_tone 0
6. Reboot the phone.

To return the sound, use the same command, replacing 0 by 1.

5. Removal of system sounds (requires root rights)

If you're willing to take drastic measures and you have root access, you can completely remove the system sounds of the set, which is suitable for users who have already unlocked the bootloader and installed Magisk or TWRP.

Instructions:

1. Install any file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/media/audio/ui/.
3. Find files with names: DTMF_0.ogg — DTMF_9.ogg (number-sound) DTMF_pound.ogg (symbolism #) DTMF_star.ogg (symbolism *)

Rename the files by adding.bak at the end (e.g, DTMF_1.ogg.bak), or remove them.

Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: Deleting system files without a backup can cause phone malfunctions.Before changing files, make a backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox.

Comparison of methods: which method to choose?

Not all methods are equally effective – the choice depends on the version of MIUI, the model of the phone and your level of training.

For most users, the best solution will be a combination of standard settings. + If you're not afraid of experimentation, use it. ADB, This is a safe way to avoid the risk of losing your warranty.

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On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) And the standard methods often don't work, so use an engineering menu or ADB-team.

What if the sound returned after the update?

One of the most common problems is that the dial sound reappears after the MIUI update, which is because the system resets some settings to the default values, to avoid this:

• 📲 Turn off automatic updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → ⋮ → Update settings.
• 🔄 If the update is already installed, repeat the switch off of the sound in the selected way (usually the engineering menu or the slate helps). ADB).
• 📥 Before updating, back up the settings through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.
• 🛠️ For Chinese firmware, use Magisk modules like MIUI Sound Tweaks that block resetting of sound settings.

If the sound returns even after you turn it off again, check if the phone has a third-party call app (such as Truecaller or Google Phone) that can override system settings.

⚠️ Note: on some Redmi Note models (e.g. Note 10 Pro with a MIUI 13) the sound of the set is linked to the system application com.android.dialer. If you have removed its updates through Settings → Apps, sound may come back. To fix this, reset the phone app settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off the dial sound