How to change or disable the keyboard sound on Xiaomi Redmi: all ways

Why do users want to change the sound of the keyboard to Redmi?

The audio cues of typing on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones are a polarizing topic. Some people find that the characteristic key clicks create a pleasant tactile feedback to help control the speed of printing. Others find them an annoying factor, especially in quiet rooms or at night. Statistics show that 63% of MIUI users have tried to adjust or turn off keyboard sounds at least once in the first three months of using the device.

The problem is that the interface MIUI (particularly in versions 12-14) It hides some settings behind multiple menu levels, and standard system keyboards (Gboard or Mi Keyboard) have different sound management algorithms, and the paths to settings sometimes change after firmware updates, causing confusion even among power users. This article will help you understand all the nuances - from basic methods to advanced tricks with the help of the ADB.

It is important to understand that keyboard sounds are divided into three types: (1) System clicks (set in Android settings), (2) Keyboard-specific sounds (e.g. Gboard or SwiftKey), (3) Vibrational feedback (often confused with sound).

We’ll cover all three categories so you can customize the device to your preferences.

Method 1: Turning off sounds through MIUI system settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which are suitable for most Redmi models (from Redmi Note 8 to Redmi 12) and do not require additional applications.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the Sound and Vibration section (some firmware may call it Sound).
3. Scroll down to the System Sounds block and tap it.
4. Find the keystroke sound (or keyboard clicks) switch and turn it off.
5. To apply the changes, you may need to restart the keyboard (just close and reopen any text box).

⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI 13/14 If you can't see the keystroke sound, try selecting the additional settings in the Sound and Vibration section first.

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This way turns off all system keyboard sounds, but doesn't affect vibration. If you want to turn off the vibration response, go to the same Sound and Vibration section and find Vibration when you press it.

Method 2: Configure sounds in the keyboard application (Gboard, Mi Keyboard)

If the system shutdown didn't work, the problem could lie in the settings of the keyboard itself. Xiaomi's standard keyboard (Mi Keyboard) and Google's popular Gboard have their own sound settings. Let's consider both.

For the Mi Keyboard (standard Xiaomi keyboard):

• 📱 Open any text field (for example, in Notes or Messages).
• 🔧 Slap the icon. ⚙️ Settings on the keyboard panel (near the space).
• 🔊 Choose Sound and Vibration → Sound keys and move the slider to the off position..
• 📉 To adjust the volume, use the slider Loudness in the same menu.

For Gboard (keyboard from Google):

• 📱 Go to Settings. → System system → Language and input.
• 🔧 Slip on the Virtual Keyboard → Gboard → Settings.
• 🔊 Go to Sound when pressed and turn off the option.
• 🎵 To change the sound, select Sound Style (available in several options: Classic, Soft, Robot).

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If after disabling sounds in Gboard they continue to play, clear the app cache in the Warehouse settings.

Method 3: Using third-party keyboards with custom sounds

If you don't like standard sounds and want something unique, like clicking a mechanical keyboard or playing games, you'll have to install a third-party keyboard.

• 🎹 Chroom – supports downloading custom audio packages (in format.mp3 or wav).
• 🎮 Fleksy – offers themed sounds (e.g. from Minecraft or Among Us).
• 🔊 Typewise – Minimalist keyboard with customizable sounds and vibrations.

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⚠️ Note: When using third-party keyboards, some Redmi models (e.g., Redmi Note 10 Pro on the MIUI 13) may block microphone access for applications that have not been certified by Xiaomi. MIUI. To avoid problems, install keyboards only from Google Play and give them the minimum permissions you need.

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Method 4: Disabling sounds via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods have failed and the keyboard sounds continue to be annoying, you can resort to debugging through ADB. This is suitable for advanced users and requires connecting a smartphone to a computer. The advantage of the method is that it works even on custom firmware and blocks sounds at the system level.

You will need: 1) Computer with installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools, 2) USB-Type C Cable (preferably original), 3) Included debugging over USB on the smartphone.

Instructions:

1. Connect the smartphone to the PC and allow debugging over USB.


2. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (macOS/Linux).




3. Enter a command to check the connection:




adb devices




4. If the device is detected, perform:




adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0




5. Reboot the smartphone.

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Team team. sound_effects_enabled 0 Turns off all system sounds, including notifications. To return only keyboard sounds, use adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 1, and then set up the keyboard through its menu.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can lead to disruptions in work. MIUI. For example, the adb shell pm disable-user command --user 0 com.miui.system (sometimes advised online) will completely disable system sounds and may cause bugs when updating your firmware. Only use verified commands from official Xiaomi documentation.

Method 5: Solving problems if the sounds don't turn off

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the keyboard sounds continue to play despite all the manipulations.

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If none of these methods worked, try resetting your keyboard to factory settings. Go to Settings → System → Settings → Reset → App settings. This won’t delete your data, but will return all apps (including the keyboard) to “as after purchase.”

On some Redmi models (like the Redmi K50), keyboard sounds can be sewn into firmware at the kernel level, in which case the only solution is to install custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), but this requires unlocking the bootloader and may take away your warranty.

How to get back the keyboard sounds if they are gone?

The reverse situation, where suddenly sounds stopped playing without your intervention, is also common.

• 🔄 Updates MIUI (particularly 12 on 13/14 version),
• 📱 Installation of a new launcher (for example, Nova Launcher or HyperOS Launcher),
• 🛠️ Cleaning the cache of system applications through Recovery.

To bring back the sounds:

1. Check if Media audio is turned off in the quick settings (swipe down from the top edge of the screen).
2. Reinstall the keyboard: for Gboard, remove and reinstall from the Play Market; for Mi Keyboard, use the command: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.mint.keyboard
3. Reset the sound settings through ADB: adb shell settings delete system sound_effects_enabled

If the sounds never show up, check if Do Not Disturb (DND) or Meet in Sound and Vibration → Modes are activated, these modes can block all system sounds, including the keyboard.

FAQ: Frequent questions about keyboard sounds on Xiaomi Redmi