The constant vibration of typing on a smartphone can be extremely annoying, especially in quiet places or during long correspondence. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices often face a situation where standard audio settings do not completely turn off tactile return, this is due to the fact that in the shell of MIUI or the new HyperOS, the settings are divided between system parameters and the parameters of the keyboard application itself.
In this article, we will take a look at all the possible ways to remove the vibration response of the keyboard to Android Xiomi. We will look not only at the standard paths in the menu, but also at the specific settings for popular layouts such as Gboard and SwiftKey. Understanding the difference between system vibration and application settings will help you achieve perfect silence when printing.
Sometimes the problem is not software settings, but the vibrator or version conflict. So we'll also talk about updating drivers and resetting input settings if simple methods don't work. Follow the step-by-step instructions to customize your smartphone to your preferences.
System Vibration settings in MIUI and HyperOS
The first thing you need to do is check the smartphone’s global settings. Xiaomi’s shells have a separate section that controls the system’s tactile response, which often overlaps the individual settings of applications. If Vibration When Touch is enabled here, the keyboard will vibrate regardless of the settings of the application itself.
To access these options, you need to open the main menu and find the Settings icon, and the path may vary slightly depending on the version of the operating system, and in most cases, the algorithm of actions is as follows:
- 📱 Go to the Sound and Vibration section of the main settings menu.
- 🔍 Find the subsection Additional or scroll down to the "Vibration" block".
- 🚫 Turn off the switch Touch feedback (touch feedback).
- 🔊 Make sure that the slider touch sound is also twisted to zero if complete silence is required.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling system vibration when touched may affect the operation of other interface elements, such as the response of buttons in the menu or when dialing in the "caller".
Importantly, new versions of HyperOS may change the logic of the work. Some users note that even when the system vibration is turned off, the keyboard continues to vibrate, in which case this means that the keyboard application ignores the system flag and uses its own settings, which we will discuss below, and it is also worth checking the Do Not Disturb mode, which sometimes blocks tactile response.
Vibration settings in the Gboard app
The most popular Android keyboard is Google's Gboard, which is pre-installed on most global versions of Xiaomi smartphones, and has vibration settings independent of the system, which often confuses users. Even if the system has "no sound", Gboard can have its own vibration response level.
To get into the settings menu, open any application that requires text input and call the keyboard. Click on the gear icon, which is usually located in the top Gboard toolbar. If there is no icon, go to the phone Settings, select Additional Settings → Language and input → Keyboard Management → Gboard.
Inside the app menu, find the Settings (or Preferences) section. Here you are interested in Vibration when pressed. Move the slider to the leftmost position or set the value of 0 ms. You can also adjust the duration of the vibration here if you want to leave a light response, but make it less intrusive.
☑️ Checking Gboard settings
It's worth mentioning that Gboard has Adaptive Input, which can affect keyboard behavior. Sometimes, after updating the application, the settings are reset to standard ones, so if the vibration comes suddenly, just double-check this setting. In addition, in the System section inside the Gboard settings, you can find "Use System Theme", which sometimes syncs and tactile settings with the OS.
Vibration control on the SwiftKey keyboard
Microsoft SwiftKey is the second most popular choice among Redmi and Poco users, and is famous for its advanced text prediction, but its vibration settings require special attention, and the logic here is similar to Gboard, but the menu interface is different.
To turn off vibration, open the SwiftKey app from the program menu or through the language settings. Go to Sound and Vibration. You will see the Vibration slider when pressed. Make sure it is turned off. There is also a separate setting for vibration when using the function keys (Shift, Enter), which can also be disabled separately.
Recent versions of SwiftKey have introduced Smart Typing, which analyzes your typing style. Sometimes it can automatically adjust tactile feedback settings to try to "help" the user. If you notice strange vibration behavior, try resetting the keyboard learning settings in the About program section → Reset training data.
| Parameter | Gboard | SwiftKey | Standard Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|---|
| The path to settings | A gear. → Settings | SwiftKey App → Sound and Vibration | Settings → Additional settings → Language and input |
| Option name | Press vibration | Press vibration | Press vibration |
| Duration | Customizable (MS) | On/off | On/off |
| System dependency | Partial | No. | Complete. |
Why does vibration come back after resetting?
Xiaomi standard keyboard and third-party solutions
Chinese firmware versions or some regional builds use Xiaomi's standard keyboard. Its settings are often integrated deep into the system. To get to them, go to Settings → Additional settings → Language and input. Select an active keyboard from the list.
Here you'll find basic sound and vibration switches. The thing about a standard keyboard is that it's more dependent on system sound profiles. If you have Vibration profile on the notification curtain, the keyboard will vibrate forcefully, ignoring the internal settings. Switch to No Sound or No Sound with the twisted vibration.
If you use other solutions, like Facemoji or TouchPal, the principle remains the same: look for a gear on the keyboard panel. However, these applications are often overloaded with advertising and unnecessary features, which can cause delays and phantom vibration. In such cases, it is recommended to check the application permissions: sometimes access to an accelerometer or a gyroscope causes false motor positives.
⚠️ Warning: Third-party keyboards with advanced themes and animations consume more battery resources and can heat the device more, which indirectly affects the operation of the vibrator motor.
Vibration problems after Android update
After major Android updates or the MIUI/HyperOS shell, users often complain about the return of vibration, which is because updated configuration files can overwrite user preferences to factory ones, especially when switching between major versions of Android (for example, from 12 to 13).
In such situations, it is recommended not just to turn off the switchboard, but to completely clear the keyboard application data. To do this, go to Settings → Apps → All Apps. Find your keyboard (for example, Gboard), click Memory and select Clear Data. Don't be afraid, dictionaries and saved words are usually synchronized with your account and recover.
It’s also worth checking for updates to the keyboard app itself in the Google Play store or GetApps. Developers often release patches that fix compatibility bugs with new OS versions. If the problem persists, try removing keyboard updates and installing the current version again.
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Use One Hand mode with caution: On some Xiaomi models, activating this mode can temporarily change tactile recoil settings to improve the feel of the screen boundaries.
Diagnostics and solution of hardware problems
If the software methods didn't work, maybe it's the hardware part. A vibromotor is a mechanical device that can wear out or get dirty over time. If the vibration becomes intermittent, too loud, or occurs without touching, it's a sign of malfunction.
You can check the engine using the engineering menu. Dial the code ##64663## on your phone (for most Xiaomi models). In the test menu that opens, select Vibrator. Run the test. If the motor is humming smoothly and predictably, there is a problem in the software. If there is no sound rattling or vibration, repair is required.
In rare cases, vibrational glitches are associated with demagnetizing the speaker or getting moisture. If the phone has recently fallen or contacted water, even briefly, moisture could get under the vibrator motor, in which case the software settings are powerless, and you need to contact the service center.
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If the vibration is not turned off by any software methods and is accompanied by strange sounds, most likely, the vibrator itself or the connection plume has failed.