How to remove the sound of the keyboard on Xiaomi: a detailed guide

Modern Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones come with a variety of features that are designed to make it easier to interact with the device, but can sometimes be annoying. One of these elements is the audio typing, which is the default feature on the system. In the silence of the library, during a meeting or in the late evening, loud clicks of a virtual keyboard can cause serious discomfort not only to you but also to others.

However, the deactivation process can seem confusing due to the features of the MIUI and HyperOS shells. Developers often hide the right sliders in different sections of the menu, and standard volume settings do not always affect system clicks. In this article, we will discuss in detail all possible ways to make typing silent using both built-in tools and third-party utilities. Keyboard system sound is just one of the parameters that requires attention.

We'll look at the settings of the standard Gboard keyboard, which is preinstalled on most devices, and we'll also touch on Xiaomi's proprietary solutions. You'll learn how to control the volume of the media and system separately so you don't miss an important call, but get rid of the unnecessary noise when printing. The correct configuration of the device allows you to create the perfect balance between functionality and comfort of use.

Basic system volume settings

Before diving deep into a specific keyboard setting, it’s worth checking the overall level of system sounds. Often users inadvertently add volume thinking they’re adjusting media, but actually change the settings of notifications or the system. To quickly check, lower the notification curtain and tap the speaker icon. Make sure the slider responsible for the system sounds is in the minimum position.

More detailed control is done through the main settings menu, where you can split the sound streams, leaving the ringtones loud, but eliminating all other effects, and this is especially true for owners of smartphones with MIUI, where the sound circuitry can be quite aggressive by default.

• 🔊 Open the Settings menu and go to the Sound and Vibration section.
• 🔇 Find the System Sounds slider and lower it to a minimum.
• 📱 Check if the Do Not Disturb mode is activated, which may block some settings.
• ⚙️ Make sure the tactile recoil sound is also tuned to your preferences.

It's important to understand that lowering the overall volume of the system can affect other interface elements, such as the screen lock or charge sounds, so this method is suitable for those who want silence in all aspects of interaction with the shell. If you want only quiet buttons but loud notifications, you better use the more point-based methods described below. Global shutdown is fast, but less flexible.

Turning off the sound in Gboard (Google Keyboard)

The standard keyboard for most Xiaomi smartphones is Google’s Gboard, a powerful tool with its own audio settings that work independently of system settings. To remove keyboard sound on Xiaomi through this interface, you need to log into the settings menu of the keyboard itself, which can be done right during typing or through the phone’s general settings.

The fastest way is to press and hold a comma or a gummy icon on the keyboard panel, then select the settings gear. In the menu that opens, you'll find the Settings (or Preferences) section where the switches for sound are located, and here you can turn off the sound completely when you press it, or leave it only for certain actions.

Within the preferences section, look for Sound when you press the keys. Move the switch to an inactive state. You may also have a separate setting for rotating or voice input sounds. When you make changes, the keyboard becomes completely silent, regardless of the position of the volume sliders in the system. The local settings of Gboard take precedence over the general ones.

⚠️ Warning: After updating the Gboard app, the settings may reset to factory settings. Periodically check this section if the sound appears again without your intervention.

Sound management in Mi Keyboard

Some Xiaomi smartphones, especially in Chinese firmware or older lines, can use the company’s own Mi Keyboard. The principle of turning off the sound is similar here, but the path to settings may differ, usually accessed through the gear icon on the text prediction bar or through the Additional settings menu in the application itself.

In the Mi Keyboard interface, look for a section that deals with sound and vibration, or just "Sound," and there's often a separate volume slider that lets you not just turn the sound off, but also make it quieter without completely removing it. It's a useful feature for those who are used to tactile response, but don't want to hear loud clicks.

If you can't find the settings inside the keyboard itself, try the next way through the system: go to Settings → Additional → Language and input. Select the active keyboard from the list and click on the settings icon next to it. In the menu that opens, look for the Key Sound option and deaktivate it. The MIUI interface can vary depending on the version.

• 🔍 Open your phone settings and search for “Mi Keyboard».
• 🔊 Find the keys or sound on keypress.
• ❌ Transfer the switch to the "Off" position».
• ✅ Check the result in any text editor or messenger.

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If you use a third-party keyboard theme, it may have its own audio packages. Check the theme settings if the standard shutdown doesn't work.

Comparison of methods of switching off sound

Different ways of controlling sound have their own features and applications. Understanding the difference between system shutdown and application settings will help you choose the best option. Below is a table comparing the main methods.

Using the keyboard settings (Gboard or Mi Keyboard) is the preferred method, which saves the system’s audible signals for important events, such as low battery power or charging, while providing silence when typing. Selective control is the key to comfortable smartphone use.

System volume reduction is useful in situations where you need to quickly silence all sounds, such as in a movie theater, but it's less convenient to work constantly, because it requires manual adjustment every time you need a sound again. Automating processes through scripts is also possible, but requires more in-depth knowledge.

Hidden functions and additional settings

The MIUI and HyperOS shells are famous for having many hidden functions that can affect keyboard behavior. For example, some firmware versions have a separate screen lock setting, which is sometimes mistaken by users for the keyboard sound, although it is responsible for other actions.

In the feature menu, you can find settings for people with visual or hearing impairments that include audio actions, check if they activate features like TalkBack or Select to Speak that can generate additional sounds when you touch the screen, and turning off unnecessary services can solve the problem of unnecessary noise.

Another nuance is the themes, so if you've installed a third-party theme from Themes, it can have its own audio packages that ignore the standard settings, and it can only help you go back to the standard theme or search for a specific theme without audio accompaniment, and the customization always makes its own adjustments.

⚠️ Note: Change system parameters through an engineering menu or ADB-The commands can cause the device to malfunction. Use these methods only if you are confident in your actions.

Problem Solving and Frequently Asked Questions

Even after completing all the instructions, users may encounter a situation where the keyboard sound on Xiaomi is not removed.This may be due to a software glitch, application conflict, or features of a particular version of Android. First of all, try rebooting the device - this is a classic but often effective way to reset temporary errors.

If the reboot didn't work, check if you have multiple keyboards installed. The system can use sounds from the keyboard that's active in the background or was selected by default for a particular application. Make sure the settings are applied to the exact drive you're using at the moment. Application conflict is a common cause of problems.

Also worth checking for system updates. New security patches and MIUI versions often fix bugs related to audio. Go to Settings → About phone and click on the system version to check for updates. Up-to-date software guarantees stability.

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If the keyboard sound is not removed by standard methods, try clearing the keyboard app cache or removing its updates in the app settings.

In rare cases, the problem may be in the hardware of the speaker, which starts to flash or make extraneous sounds at a certain frequency of vibration. To rule this out, plug in the headphones. If the headphones are missing or behave normally, it may be the dynamics. But in 99% of cases it is the software settings.