How to Remove Keyboard Sound on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to All Versions of MIUI

The sound of keystrokes on Xiaomi smartphones can be annoying — especially if you’re actively typing in instant messengers or playing. Fortunately, the manufacturer has envisaged several ways to turn off these beeps, but not all of them are obvious. In this article, we’ll look at all possible methods, from standard MIUI settings to hidden features for advanced users.

The problem is that MIUI is updated regularly, and the location of options can change, and we've taken this into account and prepared up-to-date instructions for MIUI 12, 13 and 14 versions based on Android 10-14, and you'll also learn how to turn off sound only for certain applications or remove system sounds altogether through ADB, which will come in handy if standard methods don't work.

Important: Some methods require developer rights or ADB-If you're new, start with the first two sections, which are good for 90 percent of users. Xiaomi's experienced owners will find deeper solutions here.

1. Standard keyboard sound disabling in MIUI settings

The easiest way is to use the built-in system options. It works on all Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO and Black Shark models with the original MIUI firmware (including global and Chinese versions).

Instructions:

1. Open the settings (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to Sound and Vibration (some models may call it Sound and Vibration).
3. Scroll down to the System Sounds block.
4. Turn off the slider Keystroke Sound (or Keyboard on older versions).

If this paragraph is not:

• 🔍 Check the section Additional settings inside Sound and vibration.
• 📱 In some models (POCO F5, Redmi Note 12 option hidden in Settings → Special facilities → Sound effects.
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes menu items appear after a reboot.

This method only disables sound for the system keyboard (such as Gboard or MIUI Keyboard).If the sound is left in third-party applications (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), read the next section.

2. Disabling sounds in individual applications

Many messengers and games have their own audio settings that do not depend on system parameters, for example, in Telegram, the keystroke sound is turned on separately, and in VK it cannot be turned off at all through the application settings.

How to check:

1. Open the app where the sound is heard.
2. Go to its settings (usually an icon) ⚙️ or three dots in a corner).
3. Look for sections like Sound, Notifications, or Interface.
4. Turn off the options of Key Sound, Tactile Feedback or System Sounds.

Examples for popular applications:

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If the app doesn’t have the option to turn off the sound, try temporarily turning off the sound on your phone through the side volume button – this will work for most programs.

For games (like PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact), the keyboard sound is usually turned off in the control settings. Look for Settings → Control → Sound Effects.

3. Turn off sounds via Do Not Disturb mode

If you need to temporarily remove all sounds (not just the keys), use Do Not Disturb (DND) mode. This is convenient for meetings, sleep or work.

How to turn on:

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the icon Do not disturb (usually crossed out bell).
3. Press it once to activate it.

For fine tuning:

• 🕒 Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration → Don't disturb.
• 🔕 Select Always or set a schedule (for example, 23:00 to 7:00).
• ⚙️ The Rules allow sounds for individual contacts or applications.

Note that Do Not Disturb also turns off all notifications and alarms (unless exceptions are set up) and this can be critical if you are waiting for an important call.

4. Removal of system sounds via ADB (for advanced)

If standard methods don’t work (e.g., custom firmware or older models like the Redmi 4X), you can remove system sounds via the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a computer and basic command line skills.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI to activate Developer Mode. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

Connect your phone to your computer via USB (use the original cable!).

ADB Tools

Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux) in this folder.

adb devices

(Your phone serial number should appear)

adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC

Enable debugging over USB on your phone

Download ADB Tools from the official website

Connect your phone to the original cable

Allow debugging on the phone screen-->

Once the commands are executed, all system sounds (including keys, lock screen and notifications) will be permanently disabled. To return them back, use the same command, replacing 0 with 1.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause a phone to malfunction. Don't type commands unless you understand their purpose (POCO X3 Pro, Mi 11 Ultra after ADB-Teams may need to be reset.

5. Resetting the sound settings to factory

If the keyboard sound came after the MIUI update or third-party theme installation, resetting the sound settings will help, returning all the sound settings to the "out of the box" state, but not affecting personal data.

How to do this:

1. Open the Settings. → Sound and vibration.
2. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Resetting Settings.
3. Confirm the action (a password may be required).

How to determine:

1. Download the keyboard from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard.
3. Activate the new keyboard and set it by default.

Option 2: Install custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) that will completely remove MIUI sounds, but will require unlocking the bootloader and may be unwarranted.

⚠️ Attention: Castom firmware voids Xiaomi warranty and may contain errors. Before installation, back up your data via Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions about keyboard sounds on Xiaomi