Modern Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones offer users the widest range of customization options. One of the things that is often overlooked is the audio of typing. The standard peak when pressed can annoy some users and be a useful reference point for others. In the Android operating system, especially with the MIUI shell or the new HyperOS, managing these parameters has its own nuances that are not always obvious at first glance.
Changing the sound of a keyboard is not just a matter of aesthetics, it is also a matter of ergonomics. A properly selected audio recording or no audio recording can significantly improve comfort during long-term correspondence. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the available ways of setting up, from system parameters to using third-party applications to deeply personalize your device.
It's worth noting that the process can vary depending on the Android version and the type of keyboard installed. Most users use a standard Gboard or a built-in MIUI keyboard, but the principles of customizing system sounds often overlap. Let's figure out where to look for the right switches and how to avoid typical configuration errors.
⚠️ Warning: Changing system sounds may require certain access rights or using advanced file managers if you choose to manually replace system files.
System settings of the pressing sound in Android
Before you go into the settings of a particular application for text input, you need to check the global parameters of the operating system. Android has a built-in mechanism that forcibly turns on the sound of pressing on the screen buttons if the corresponding system slider is activated. This is the baseline level that override the settings of individual applications.
To access these settings, you'll need to go to the main menu of the device. The interface may vary slightly on different Xiaomi models, but the logic remains the same. Find the gear icon that denotes the Settings section.
- 🔍 Scroll down the list and select Sound and Vibration».
- 🔊 Find the “Additional Settings” section or immediately look for the “Click Sound” item».
- 🔇 Switch the slider to the right position: on for standard sound or off for silence.
It's important to understand that this is the system click, and if you have a state off, the keyboard may be silent even if the sound is activated inside the settings, which often causes confusion when users can't understand why their Gboard stopped making sounds after the system update.
Customization of sound effects in Gboard
Google’s Gboard keyboard is the de facto standard for many Xiaomi smartphones. It has its own set of settings that can work independently of the system, if they are not locked at the OS level. To change the nature of the sound or turn it off, you need to enter the control menu of the keyboard itself.
There is a quick way to get into settings without looking for an app in the list of programs. Just open any type field to make the keyboard appear. On the top toolbar, find the gear icon or press and hold the comma (depending on the version), then select Settings. Next, follow the Settings path → Preferences → Pressing Sound.
So here you'll see a volume slider, and by moving it around, you can make it as audible as possible, or as loud as possible, and if you don't like the standard click, you can't replace it with a melody with standard Gboard, but you can turn it off completely, leaving only a tactile response.
☑️ Checking Gboard settings
Sound control in the MIUI keyboard
Xiaomi smartphone owners often use their native keyboard, which is optimized for the MIUI shell. It has its own interface features and logic. Unlike Gboard, settings here can be hidden deeper or have a different menu structure, especially in newer versions of firmware.
To get to the right settings, call the keyboard and find the settings icon, which usually looks like a gear or a slider. In the menu that opens, look for the "Sound and Vibration" or "Input settings" section, and that's where the switch that's responsible for audio tracking each tap across the screen is located.
Interestingly, some regions and versions of MIUI have the option of selecting a theme that can include audio packets, but this feature is not available in all firmware modifications. If you do not find a sound slider, check whether the mode is "No sound" or "Do not disturb", as they can block the sounds of the interface.
Secret function of the MIUI keyboard
Comparison of the capabilities of standard keyboards
When choosing between the built-in MIUI keyboard and third-party solutions like Gboard or SwiftKey, users often rely on functionality. However, the difference in audio can be significant. Let's compare the basic settings available for customization in popular solutions.
| Function | Gboard | MIUI keyboard | SwiftKey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volume control | Got it (slideer) | Got it (slideer) | Got it (slideer) |
| Shutting down the sound | Yes. | Yes. | Yes. |
| Choosing a tune | No (systemic only) | Depends on the topic. | No. |
| The sound of lockdown | No. | There's an option. | No. |
As you can see from the table, the ability to replace the sound with the melody is limited. Most keyboards rely on the system sound effect file, this is done to ensure stability and a uniform style of interface, but there are workarounds for advanced users.
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If you want total silence, but are afraid to accidentally turn off important system sounds, use Vibration mode in the keyboard settings. This will give a tactile response without unnecessary noise.
How to set your pressing sound
For those of you who don't like the standard dry click, there's a way to replace the system tap sound with any other audio file, which takes a little bit more effort, but it's worth it. You can put the click of a mechanical keyboard, a drop of water, or any other short audio format.
The method is to replace the system file that controls the click sound. The file is usually called click.mp3 or touch.mp3 and resides in the system folder /system/media/audio/ui/. To perform this operation, you will need a Root rights and a file manager with access to the system partition, such as Root Explorer or MT Manager.
- Download or create the desired sound file (lasting no more than 0.5 seconds).
- Rename it to click.mp3 (or the name of your system’s original file).
- Copy the file to the system directory with the original replaced.
- Restart the device to apply the changes.
⚠️ Warning: Replacing system files requires Root rights. Faulty actions can lead to system instability or loss of warranty. Always back up the original file before replacing it.
If you don't have Root rights, you can try using sound replacement applications like System Sound Replacer, which work without deep penetration, intercepting requests to play standard sounds and swapping them for yours. However, on newer versions of Android (11, 12, 13, 14), the effectiveness of such applications may be limited by security policies.
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Replacing the system sound is the only way to get a unique keyboard sound, as the keyboard apps themselves rarely have a built-in player for custom tunes.
Frequent problems and their solution
Even following the instructions, users may encounter situations where the sound doesn't appear or behaves strangely, such as the keyboard being silent in some apps and sounding in others, often due to the priority of audio streams in Android.
One common problem is the conflict between the "Push Sound" settings in the system and the "Clock Screen Sound" or "Dialpad Sound" settings. In the MIUI shell, these settings are sometimes related. Check if you have a common "System Sounds" slider in the minimum position.
It’s also worth considering that some “battery savers” or Xiaomi’s built-in optimizers may turn off background processes or interface sounds to save energy. If the sound is gone after power saving mode is turned on, try adding the keyboard to exceptions or disabling aggressive optimization for it.