Vibration on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones can be a useful feature, but it often annoys users — especially when it works every time you press a keyboard or when you call. If you’re looking for a way to turn off the vibration completely or customize it to your needs, this article will help you understand all the nuances. We will look at not only the standard MIUI settings, but also hidden options that the manufacturer does not advertise.
Compounding the problem, the settings menu may differ from one Redmi model to another (e.g. Note 12 Pro+, Redmi 10 or POCO X5), and after MIUI 14/15 updates, some items move or disappear. We have taken these into account and prepared universal instructions that work on 90% of the brand’s devices. If your model behaves differently, check the firmware version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version.
1. Turn off the vibration of the keyboard
The most common complaint users have is vibrations when typing, which not only distracts, but also drains the battery on the typing system. 5-7% faster according to the test data XDA Developers? MIUI This function can be disabled in two ways.
The first method is through keyboard settings:
- Open any field to enter text (such as Messages or Notes).
- Press the gear icon (⚙️) on the keyboard to open its settings.
- Go to the keyboard settings → Sound and vibration.
- Turn off the Vibration slider when pressed.
If you have a third-party keyboard installed (like Gboard or SwiftKey), the algorithm will be different:
- 📱 Go to Settings. → System system → Language and input.
- 🔍 Select your keyboard in the list (e.g. Gboard).
- 🔕 Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration and turn off vibration.
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If the keyboard vibration still works after turning off, try clearing the keyboard app cache in Settings → Apps → App Management → [Your keyboard] → Clear the cache.
2. How to Remove Notification Vibration
The vibration of receiving messages or notifications from apps is set separately. MIUI has a global switch, but some apps (like WhatsApp or Telegram) have their own settings that override the system.
To turn off vibration for all notifications:
- Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration.
- Select Vibration (in some versions of MIUI, this is called Notification Vibration).
- Turn off the Vibration slider at notifications.
For individual applications:
- 📲 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
- 🔍 Select the desired application (for example, VK Instagram).
- 🔔 Click Notifications → Vibration and turn it off.
Why does the vibration return after the update?
3. Turn off vibrations when calling and alarm clock
Vibration while calling can be useful in noisy places, but many users prefer complete silence.In Xiaomi Redmi, this feature can be adjusted separately for incoming calls and alarm clocks.
For incoming calls:
- Open Settings → Sound and vibration → Vibration when calling.
- Choose No Vibration or Set Intensity (if you want to leave a weak vibration).
For the alarm clock:
- ⏰ Go to the Watch app. → Alarm clock.
- 🔕 Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
- 📳 Turn off the vibration when triggered.
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4. Hidden vibration settings in MIUI (for power users)
If standard methods do not help, you can use hidden settings or ADB-This is a way for users who are not afraid to dig through system files.
The first method is through the Test menu (does not work on all models):
- Open the Phone app and type ##4636##.
- Go to Equipment Testing → Vibration.
- Here you can test the vibration and turn it off completely (but this method is temporary and resets after rebooting).
The second method is via ADB (requires a PC connection):
adb shell settings put global vibrate_on 0This command turns off all vibration on the device. To bring it back, use:
adb shell settings put global vibrate_on 1Install Xiaomi drivers on PC| Enable USB debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times) | Download SDK Tools platform from Android | Connect phone to PC and confirm debugging-->
5. Problems after the vibration shutdown and their solutions
Sometimes, when you turn off the vibration, you have side effects, like the tactile responses in games don't work, or the vibration disappears when you connect the charging. Here's how to fix this:
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Vibration returns after rebooting | Resetting MIUI settings | Use it. ADB-lock-in |
| Vibration doesn't work in games | Game settings overlap the system | Turn off vibration in the settings of a particular game |
| Vibration when connecting charging | Smart Charging in MIUI | Turn off the settings → Battery → Charging settings |
| Weak vibration instead of a complete shutdown | Manufacturer's restrictions | Install custom software (for example, LineageOS) |
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If the vibration is not turned off by any means, check if there is a vibration control app on the phone (e.g. MacroDroid or Tasker), which can override system settings.
6. Alternative methods: applications and custom firmware
If you don't get help from standard methods, you can use third-party solutions, such as the Vibration Tuner app (available on Google Play) that allows you to flexibly adjust the vibration intensity for different events.
For advanced users, there is a radical way to install custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS), in which the vibration can be turned off at the kernel level, but this requires:
- 🔓 Unlock the bootloader (bootloader).
- 📱 Installations TWRP or other custom recovery.
- 🔧 Fastboot skills and ADB.
⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware voids warranty and may result in device blink.Before the procedure, make a full backup through TWRP Xiaomi Cloud.
7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
Many users make the same mistakes when trying to turn off the vibration.
- 🔄 Do not check the settings after the update MIUI. As mentioned earlier, after major updates, parameters can be reset.
- 📱 Ignoring the settings of individual applications, for example, Facebook or TikTok have their own vibration parameters, which are independent of the system.
- 🔧 They confuse vibration with tactile response. On some Redmi models (for example, in the case of the Redmi, K50 Pro) a linear vibrator is used which is more difficult to turn off completely.
To avoid problems, always check:
- The MIUI version (in Settings → About the phone).
- Availability of updates for applications (especially keyboards and instant messengers).
- The vibrator is capable of operating through the test menu (#4636###).
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If the vibration turns on on on its own, check the phone for viruses with Malwarebytes or the built-in MIUI Security scanner.Some malware can mimic system notifications.