How to remove the sound of keys on Xiaomi Redmi 10: all methods (including hidden)

The Xiaomi Redmi 10 is one of the most popular budget smartphones, but its factory key sounds can be annoying. typing clicks, system squeaks when pressing the screen, or vibration with audio accompaniment distract in a quiet environment, prevent you from focusing on work or just get bored with time. Fortunately, you can turn them off in several ways - from standard settings to hidden MIUI functions.

In this article, you will find 5 proven methods, including those that are not obvious at first sight.

  • πŸ”Š When typing on the keyboard (Gboard, SwiftKey, standard) MIUI-keyboard)
  • πŸ“± When touching the screen (tactile feedback)
  • πŸ”„ System sounds when blocking/unlocking
  • 🎡 Notification and interface sounds

All instructions are valid for Redmi 10 (Models 2021-2023) based on MIUI 12-14 and Android 11-13. If your smartphone runs on older firmware, some menu items may be slightly different - we will warn about this separately.

πŸ“Š What Xiaomi sound annoys you the most?
Keyboard sound when typing
Clicks on the screen
System squeaks (blocking, notifications)
Vibration with sound
Nothing annoys.

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1. Disabling the sound of the keys through the keyboard settings

The easiest way is to deactivate sounds directly in the settings of the keyboard you are using. Redmi 10 has the default set. MIUI-Keyboard, but many users replace it with Gboard (from Google) or SwiftKey (from Microsoft.

For standard MIUI-keyboard:

  1. Open any field to enter text (for example, in Messages or Notes).
  2. Touch the badge. βš™οΈ (gears) on the keyboard to open its settings.
  3. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
  4. Turn off the sliders Key Sound and Vibration when pressed.

For Gboard (Google keyboard):

  1. Start Settings β†’ System and Device β†’ Language and Enter.
  2. Select the Virtual Keyboard β†’ Gboard.
  3. Open Settings β†’ Sound when pressed and deactivate the option.

⚠️ Warning: If you still play back sounds after you turn off, check if you have an additional theme with your own sounds installed. MIUI Redefining system settings.

Make sure the keyboard is updated to the latest version|

Check if the "For the Visually Impaired" mode is active in the special features settings |

Turn off the sounds in the keyboard itself and in the system settings (see next section)|

Restart your phone if the changes don’t apply.-->

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2. Deactivation of system sounds in MIUI

MIUI has separate settings for interface sounds that are independent of the keyboard, which are clicks when you touch the screen, lock sounds, notifications, etc. To turn them off:

  1. Go to Settings. β†’ Sound and vibration.
  2. Scroll down to the System Sounds section.
  3. Turn off the sliders: πŸ”• Touch sound (clicks when pressed on screen) πŸ”’ Lock/unlock sound πŸ“³ The sound of charging connection

If your version of MIUI doesn’t have System Sounds, try the alternative: Settings β†’ Special Features β†’ Hearing β†’ Turn off all sounds. This method radically disables ALL system sounds, including notifications and alarms – only use it if other methods have not worked.

Type of soundWhere to turn offEffects of consequences
Keyboard soundKeyboard settingsOnly when typing
Touch soundSettings β†’ Sound and vibrationClicks on the screen
The sound of lockdownSettings β†’ Sound and vibrationBlocking/unlocking squeak
Vibration + soundSettings β†’ Special. opportunitiesTurns everything off, including the alarm clock!

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If after turning off sounds in the settings they continue to play, try clearing the Settings app cache (Settings) β†’ Annexes β†’ Application management β†’ Settings β†’ This sometimes helps to reset incorrect parameters.

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3.Use of the "Do Not Disturb" mode

If you need to temporarily turn off all sounds (e.g., in a meeting or at night), use Do Not Disturb mode, which blocks not only keys, but also notifications, calls and other noises.

How to turn on:

  1. Swipe down the notification bar and find the icon πŸ”” Don't disturb (or No sound).
  2. Click on it, all sounds will be turned off.
  3. For fine-tuning, go to Settings. β†’ Sound and vibration β†’ Don't disturb and choose: πŸ•’ Scheduled (automatic switching on) πŸ“΅ Priority only (allow calls from selected people) πŸ”‡ No sound (complete shutdown)

⚠️ Warning: In Do Not Disturb, all notifications, including alarm clocks, are turned off by default. To avoid this, activate the Allow Alarms option in the mode settings.

This method is convenient for a temporary solution, but not suitable if you want to permanently remove the key sounds, while saving notifications and ringtones of calls.

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4. Hidden MIUI settings: Disabling sounds via ADB

If standard methods don’t work, you can use hidden Android commands via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting your phone to your computer, but allows you to turn off sounds that are not available on the regular menu.

Step-by-step:

  1. Install. ADB-computer-driver.
  2. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone: Settings β†’ About Phone β†’ MIUI Version (click 7 times to activate Developer Mode) β†’ Return to Settings β†’ Additional β†’ For Developers β†’ Debugging on USB.
  3. Get Redmi on board. 10 To the PC and execute in the command line: adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0 This command disables all system sound effects, including key clicks and touches.
  4. To disable only keyboard sounds, use: adb shell settings put system haptic_feedback_enabled 0

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Before executing commands, back up the data and make sure that the debugging is done. USB correctly included.

How do you bring the sounds back?
To turn on the sounds again, use the same commands, but with the option 1 instead 0: adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 1 adb shell settings put system haptic_feedback_enabled 1

This method works even on custom firmware, and it can turn off sounds that can't be removed through the standard menu, but it requires minimal technical skills.

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5. Disconnecting sounds through MIUI-Launcher (for experienced users)

MIUI-The launcher (the standard shell of Xiaomi) has hidden parameters that can be changed using third-party applications, such as Activity Launcher or other devices. MIUI Hidden Settings.This method is suitable if you want to disable sounds that are not controlled through normal settings.

Instructions:

  1. Install the Activity Launcher app from Google Play.
  2. Open it and find it in the Settings list. MIUI (MIUI Settings).
  3. Select.miui.home.settings.homeSettingsActivity.
  4. Scroll down to the Sounds and Vibration section and turn off: πŸ”Š Sound when opening/closing folders πŸ“‚ The sound when dragging icons

These sounds are often confused with key clicks, although they are related to the launcher interface. Disabling them will make work with the main screen silent.

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Hidden MIUI settings allow you to turn off sounds that are not visible in the standard menu, but changing these settings can lead to unstable launcher operation - use the method at your own risk.

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Problems and Solutions: Why Do The Sounds Not Turn Off?

Sometimes even after all the instructions are done, the keys continue to play, and let's look at the typical causes and ways to eliminate them:

  • πŸ”„ Cash Systems: Clear the cache in Settings β†’ Annexes β†’ Application management β†’ Settings β†’ Clear the cache.
  • 🎨 Design topics: Some topics MIUI They have their own sounds. Try to bring back the standard theme to Settings. β†’ Topics.
  • πŸ“± Firmware update: After update MIUI The settings may reset. Check them again.
  • πŸ”§ Resetting: In extreme cases, reset to factory settings (Settings) β†’ The phone. β†’ Resetting settings), but don’t forget about backup!

If the problem persists, it may be due to a hardware failure (such as a speaker malfunction), in which case, contact the Xiaomi service center.

πŸ“Š Did this article help you turn off the sounds on Redmi 10?
Yeah, it worked the first time.
I had to try a few different ways.
Nothing worked, the sounds stayed.
I used a different method (I will write in the comments)

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FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off sounds on Xiaomi Redmi 10

Can you turn off the keyboard sound for a specific application (like WhatsApp) only?
No, the keyboard's sound settings apply globally to all applications, but you can use Do Not Disturb mode for individual applications: Go to Settings β†’ Apps β†’ App Management. Select the desired application (e.g. WhatsApp). Activate the option to Disable Notifications or No Sound. This will not remove key sounds, but will turn off other noise from the application.
After the MIUI update, the keyboard sounds are back. How do you fix it?
Updating the firmware often resets user settings. You need to: Repeat the steps from the section "Disable keyboard sound through keyboard settings." Check if new items have appeared in Settings β†’ Sound and vibration. If you use ADB, repeat the commands again - the update could reset system settings.
Turning off the sounds through ADB worked, but after the reboot, they came back. What do we do?
This means that the settings are not saved due to restrictions. MIUI. Try: Run a command with superuser rights (if you have root): su settings put global sound_effects_enabled 0 Use the Shizuku app to perform ADB-Install the Magisk module (e.g., commands without a PC, MIUI Sound Tweaks if your phone is rooted.
Can you turn off the vibration of the keys, but leave the sound (or vice versa)?
Yes, in keyboard settings and system settings, sound and vibration are controlled separately. For example: In Gboard: Settings β†’ Press Sound (sound) and Press Vibration (vibration). In MIUI: Settings β†’ Sound and vibration β†’ Vibration when touched. You can turn one off by leaving the other.
Will these methods work on other Xiaomi models (Redmi Note 10, POCO X3, etc.)?
Most methods (especially through keyboard and MIUI settings) are universal for all Xiaomi smartphones based on MIUI 12-14. Exceptions: POCO may not have a System Sounds section – use ADB. On older models (until 2020), the path to settings may differ.