How to remove the sound of typing on Xiaomi: all the ways to MIUI 14/15

The sound of the keyboard on Xiaomi smartphones can annoy not only you, but also others – especially in quiet rooms or at night. Despite the fact that by default, this sound is turned on “for convenience” in MIUI, it is easy to turn off in several ways. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for modern firmware versions, including hidden settings and solutions for third-party keyboards.

It's important to understand that typing sounds can come from a variety of sources: Gboard's system keyboard, Mi Keyboard's proprietary, messengers like WhatsApp, or even gaming apps. We'll look at generic solutions and specific cases where standard methods don't work, and if you're a Redmi, POCO, or Black Shark user, the instructions will work for your devices.

Before you start, check the MIUI version in settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version). On new smartphones (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro+), the path to settings may be different from older models (Redmi 9A or POCO X3). If the sound remains after turning off, don’t panic: most likely, the problem is in a particular application, and we will tell you how to fix it.

1.Switching off sound in the MIUI system settings

The most obvious way is to use the built-in MIUI options, which works on 90% of Xiaomi devices, regardless of the model, and the main condition is that you must have a standard Mi Keyboard installed (it can be returned even if you previously deleted it).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Scroll down to the System Sounds block.
4. Find the keystroke sound switch and turn it off.
5. For full effect, also turn off Vibration when dialing (if it irritates you).

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global for the European market, this item can be called Touch sounds or hidden in the submenu Additional audio settings. If you do not find it, try searching by settings (the magnifying icon in the upper right corner).

Is the sound settings open?

The keystroke sound switch in the off position?

Is the sound checked in messengers (Viber, Telegram)?

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2. Customize sounds in Mi Keyboard (branded keyboard)

If the system shutdown doesn’t work, the problem may lie in the settings of the Mi Keyboard itself, which is relevant for users who don’t use Gboard or other alternatives. Note that on some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60), the path to keyboard settings may be different.

How to remove the sound:

1. Open any field to enter text (for example, in Notes or Messages).
2. Press the badge. ⚙️ Settings on the keyboard (usually to the right of the space).
3. Select Mi Keyboard Settings (or Language and Input → Mi Keyboard if you are in the system settings).
4. Go to Sound and Vibration.
5. Turn it off: 🔊 Keystroke sound 📳 Vibration on recruitment 🎵 Sound when entering voice (if any)

💡 Useful tip: If the keyboard settings do not have "Sound", try resetting it to factory settings. To do this, in the Mi Keyboard menu, find Reset and confirm the action. After rebooting the smartphone, the sound should disappear.

3. Disable sounds in Gboard (Google Keyboard)

Many Xiaomi users prefer Gboard over the standard keyboard, in which case the dial sounds are controlled through Google settings rather than MIUI. Note that even if you have turned off the sounds in the system settings, Gboard can ignore these settings.

Step-by-step:

1. Open any application with a keyboard (like Chrome).
2. Press the badge. ⚙️ on the Gboard keyboard.
3. Select Settings → Sounds when pressed.
4. Turn off the keyboard switch.
5. Optionally: Turn off Vibration when pressed and Voice Input Sound.

⚠️ Note: Some versions of Gboard (especially Xiaomi with custom firmware) may not have the "Tap Sounds" option, in which case update the keyboard via Google Play or reinstall it. Also check if Gboard has additional themes with sounds – they can overlap the basic settings.

4. Hidden sound settings through the engineering menu (for experienced)

If standard methods do not work, you can use the Xiaomi engineering menu, which is suitable for advanced users and requires caution - incorrect changes can lead to failures. On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13T or Redmi Note 12 Pro), the engineering menu is blocked by the manufacturer.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##3644633## (for MIUI 14/15).
3. In the engineering menu, select Hardware Testing → Audio.
4. Find the Type section and select Media.
5. In the sound list, turn off Keypress Standard and Keypress Spacebar.
6. Save the settings and restart the device.

⚠️ Note: Not all Xiaomi models support this code. On new devices (released after 2023), the engineering menu may be hidden or require root rights. If nothing happens after you enter the code, your model does not support this method. It is also not recommended to change other parameters in the engineering menu without understanding their purpose.

Mi Keyboard (standard)

Gboard (Google Keyboard)

SwiftKey or other

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5. Disabling sounds in individual applications

Sometimes typing sounds are only saved in specific applications, like WhatsApp, VK, or games, because some programs have their own audio settings that override the system.

How to remove the sound in messengers:

• 📱 WhatsApp: ⋮ → Settings → Notifications → Notification sounds → Turn off the sound of messages (not to be confused with the sound of the set!).
• 💬 Telegram: ☰ → Settings → Notifications and sounds → Sounds. → Turn off the sound of sending a message.
• 🎮 Games (e.g. Genshin Impact or PUBG Mobile: chat sound is turned off in game settings, Sound or Audio section.

💡 Useful tip: If the application does not have separate settings for the sound set, try turning off the sound completely for this application through system settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the application you want (such as VK).
3. Click Notifications → Sound → Turn off.

This method won’t remove the keyboard sound, but it will make the app quieter overall.

6. Resetting the sound settings to factory

If none of these things worked, the last solution is to reset the audio settings to factory settings, which will bring all the settings back to their original state, including the notifications, alarm clocks, and keyboards. Importantly, this method doesn't affect user data (photos, messages), but it can reset individual alarm clock and notification melodies.

How to reset:

1. Open Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Resetting Sound Settings (or Resetting All Settings if the first item is not available).
3. Confirm the action with a password / pattern lock.
4. After restarting, check the sound of the keyboard.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Xiaomi) 12S Ultra, Redmi K50 Gaming resets can also return factory ringtones of call and notifications. If you used custom sounds, back them up in advance through the file manager (folder). /system/media/audio).

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If the keyboard sound is back after reset, the problem is the firmware. Try updating MIUI to the latest version or installing an alternative keyboard (such as Gboard).

7.Alternative solutions: third-party keyboards and root access

If standard methods do not work, consider the following options:

Installation of a third-party keyboard:

• 🔹 Microsoft SwiftKey – allows you to completely disable sounds in the settings.
• 🔹 Fleksy – Minimalist keyboard without unnecessary sounds.
• 🔹 AnySoftKeyboard - open source, flexible settings.

To install a new keyboard:

1. Download it from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → System → Language and input → Virtual keyboard.
3. Turn on the new keyboard and make it the main one.

2. Root access (for advanced users):

If you're ready to get root rights, you can manually delete the keyboard system sounds.

1. Get root with Magisk.
2. Use a root-access file manager (such as Root Explorer).
3. Go to /system/media/audio/ui.
4. Delete or rename the files: KeypressStandard.ogg KeypressSpacebar.ogg KeypressDelete.ogg

Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Deleting system files without a backup can result in bootloop.Before any root manipulation, make a full backup through TWRP Also note that root is not warranty-free and may block certain features (e.g. Google Pay).

FAQ: Frequent questions about keyboard sounds on Xiaomi