How to turn off the sound when dialing on Xiaomi: all ways for MIUI

Audio signals when dialing on Xiaomi can be annoying — especially if you make frequent calls or are in a quiet place. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to turn off these tones, but not all of them are obvious to users. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods for different versions of MIUI (12 to 14) and smartphone models — from the budget Redmi to the flagship Xiaomi 13/14.

It is important to understand that the sound of the set is regulated not only by the settings of the phone, but also by the parameters. SIM-If standard methods don't work, don't rush to reset, because maybe the problem is with a particular version of the software or a carrier, and we'll also tell you how to get around the restrictions if the button to turn off the sound in gray is inactive.

Why is the sound of the set not switched off in the standard way?

Many users face a situation where there is no obvious switch in the phone settings to turn off the tone signals.

• 📱 Version. MIUI: In the firmware older MIUI 12, the way to set the set's sound settings has changed. MIUI 14 option is hidden deeper than in MIUI 11.
• 📶 Operator policy: Some mobile operators (for example, MTS or Beeline) block the ability to turn off sound at the level SIM-This is due to legal requirements in some countries.
• 🔄 Resetting: After updating the software or resetting to factory settings, the sound parameters may be lost.
• 🛠️ Custom firmware: If you use unofficial firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), standard settings MIUI may be absent.

Before you start to turn off the sound, check if your case is one of these, and if the operator is the problem, you will have to use workarounds (we will discuss them below).

Method 1: Disconnect via phone settings (MIUI 12-14)

This is the simplest and most obvious method that works on most modern Xiaomi smartphones. MIUI 12, 13 and 14:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to the Sounds and Vibrations section (or Call Sounds in some versions).
4. Find the Tonal Dial option (or Dialing Sounds) and move the slider to the “Off” position.
5. Save the changes and check if the sound is lost during dialing.

If your menu doesn’t have a Tonal Dial, try an alternative path:

Settings → Sound → Additional settings → Sound set

Make sure you have the latest version of MIUI.

Check if the operator is blocking this function.

Restart your phone before changing your settings.

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⚠️ Note: On some models (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro with the MIUI 13) the option may be hidden. In this case, try the following method.

Method 2: Use of an engineering menu (for advanced users)

If the standard settings didn't work, you can try turning off the sound through the engineering menu, which requires caution, as improper actions can disrupt the phone.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##.
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Set Audio Mode section.
4. Select Off to turn off all sounds of the set.
5. Go back and restart the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options in the engineering menu unless you are sure of their purpose.This can lead to network loss or improper call operation.

Method 3: Turning off sound through settings SIM-map

Sometimes the sound of the set is controlled not by the phone, but by settings. SIM-This is true for users who have the option of gray in the main settings:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
3. Find the Additional Settings or Call Settings section.
4. Turn off the Tonal Dial or DTMF Sounds option.

If you don’t have this option, try another way:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone → Permissions → Disable microphone access (temporary solution)

⚠️ Warning: Turning off the microphone for the Phone app will make you unable to be heard while making calls!

Method 4: Using Third-Party Applications

If none of the above methods worked, you can use third-party apps from Google Play.

• 📱 Silent DTMF — It's a simple application that blocks the sounds of the typing at the system level.
• 🔇 SoundAssistant (from Samsung, but it works on Xiaomi) – allows you to fine-tune all sounds, including the tone set.
• 🛠️ Tasker is for advanced users. You can create a task that will turn off the dial sound when you run the Phone application.

Check reviews before installing, some apps may contain ads or require unnecessary permissions, and remember that after the update, MIUI may reset the settings of third-party programs.

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If you use an app to block sound, add it to the exception list in your battery settings (Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization).

Method 5: Resetting the settings of the Phone application

If the dial sound came up after an update or crash, resetting the standard Phone application can help, and it won't delete your contacts, but it will return all call parameters to factory.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Phone app (or Contacts in some versions).
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the data and Reset the settings.
4. Reboot the phone.

After reset, check the sound settings again – perhaps the option to disable the tone set will become available.

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Resetting the phone app settings can also help if call sounds are missing or hands-free functions are not working.

Compatibility table with MIUI versions

Not all methods work on all firmware versions, and the following is a compatibility table for popular Xiaomi models:

If your model isn't in the table, try all the methods in order, and the most common solution is the engineering menu or third-party apps.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you turn off the sound of the set, users often make the following mistakes:

• 🔕 The sound of the call melody is confused. The call's tone is not affected by the call's tone.
• 📵 You don't reboot your phone after a change. Some settings only apply after a reboot.
• 🔄 They use outdated instructions. MIUI 8-9 The way to tune the sound was different.
• 🛑 The engineering menu is interrupted, and this can cause the communication module to malfunction.

If after all the manipulations the sound of the set remained, check:

1. Is the developer mode enabled with forced-desktop mode (can affect sounds)?
2. Have you installed sound profiles from third-party launchers (for example, Nova Launcher).
3. Is the Do Not Disturb feature activated with exceptions for calls?

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions