Vibration when typing on Xiaomi can be annoying — especially if you quickly type or use your smartphone in silence. Fortunately, you can turn it off in a few seconds, but the methods vary depending on the version of MIUI, the phone model and the keyboard installed. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for Redmi, POCO and Mi devices on Android 12-14, including hidden settings and solutions for third-party keyboards.
It’s important to understand that vibration can come from two sources: the Gboard system keyboard (from Google) or Xiaomi’s standard MIUI Keyboard. Some messengers (like WhatsApp or Telegram) have their own vibration response settings. We’ll look at all options so you can guarantee that you’ll solve the problem.
If the vibration is still there after the shutdown, check if it conflicts with haptic feedback functions (e.g., in games or system notifications). At the end of the article, you will find an FAQ with answers to typical questions and a method compatibility table for different versions of MIUI.
1.Switch off vibration in the standard MIUI keyboard
Most Xiaomi smartphones use the MIUI Keyboard by default to remove the vibration in it:
- Open any field to enter text (for example, in Notes or Messages).
- Press the gear icon (⚙️) in the top panel of the keyboard to open the settings.
- Go to the Sound and Vibration section (or Preferences → Vibration in English).
- Turn off the keys when pressed (Keypress vibration).
If you don't have Sound and Vibration, you have a different keyboard (see next section) and some models (POCO F5, Redmi Note 12) may have slightly different paths:
Keyboard settings → Additional → Tactile feedback → Keyboard vibrationNote: On MIUI 14 and later, some menu items may be hidden, in which case, search by settings (the magnifier icon in the upper right corner) and type in the query "keyboard vibration."
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If the vibration returns after the shutdown, restart the phone. Sometimes the MIUI Keyboard settings are reset after the system update.
2. Vibration setting in Gboard (Google keyboard)
Many Xiaomi users install the Gboard as their main keyboard, to turn off the vibration in it:
- Open Gboard (for example, in any chat).
- Touch the three-dot icon (⋮) in the top panel and select Settings.
- Go to the settings → Vibration when pressed.
- Select Unplugged or slide the slider to the off position..
On some versions of Gboard, the path may look like this:
Settings → Themes, Emojis and GIFs → Vibration when pressedImportant: If there is no vibration in Gboard settings, update the app to Google Play. Older versions (up to 12.0) do not support this feature.
3. Verification of system vibration settings
Sometimes the vibration of typing is not related to the keyboard, but to the system parameters of Xiaomi.
- Open the phone settings.
- Go to Sound and Vibration (or Sound & Vibration).
- Press the vibration.
- Turn off the option of Touch feedback.
The MIUI 13/14 may be different:
Settings → Additional → Special Opportunities → VibrationCaution: Turning off Vibration when touched will block tactile feedback in all applications, including system menus. If you only want vibration on the keyboard, use the methods in the previous sections.
What to do if there is no “vibration” in the settings?
4. Vibration in messengers: WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber
Some apps (like WhatsApp or Telegram) have their own vibration settings that may conflict with the system settings.
- 📱 WhatsApp: ⋮ → Settings → Notifications → Vibration. → No sound.
- 💬 Telegram: ☰ → Settings → Notifications and sounds → Vibration. → Shut down.
- 📞 Viber: ⋮ → Settings → Notifications → Vibration. → No.
Important: In Telegram, vibration can be turned on separately for chats and groups. Check both sections in the settings.
If after turning off the vibration remained – clear the cache of the messenger (Settings → Applications → [Messenger Name] → Storage → Clear the cache).
5. Resetting keyboard settings to factory
If the vibration does not turn off in any way, try resetting the keyboard settings.
- 🔄 Settings went down after the update MIUI.
- 📱 The keyboard is not working correctly (hangs, spontaneous vibration).
- 🔧 You changed system fonts or themes.
Instructions for MIUI Keyboard:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find MIUI Keyboard and select Warehouse.
- Click Clear Data (not cache!).
- Reboot the phone.
For Gboard:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Gboard → Storage.
- Select Clear Data and confirm.
- After restarting, reset the keyboard.
⚠️ Note: Resetting keyboard data will remove all user words from the dictionary and reset themes.We recommend you first back up the dictionary in Gboard (Settings) → Dictionary → Exports).
6 Problems and Solutions: Why the Vibration Doesn't Turn Off
If you have tried all the methods, but the vibration when typing remained - check the following points:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Vibration returns after rebooting | Mistakes in MIUI Optimization | Turn off optimization in Settings → Annexes → Application management → ⋮ → Special access → Battery Optimization (Find Keyboard and Turn Off Optimization). |
| Vibration only in certain applications | Vibration response settings in the application itself | Check the notification and input settings in the problem app (see Section 4). |
| There is no “Vibration” item in the keyboard settings | An outdated version of the keyboard or firmware | Update MIUI and keyboard via Google Play or System Update. |
| Vibration works even when the keyboard is off. | Conflict with accessibility functions | Check the settings → Special features → Vibration. |
Critical information: On some Xiaomi models (for example, Redmi 10C or POCO M4 Pro), the keyboard vibration is rigidly tied to the system service android.vibrator. In this case, only disabling haptic feedback completely (see section 3) or installing a third-party keyboard (for example, SwiftKey) will help.
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If none of these methods worked, check if there is any automation software on the phone (such as MacroDroid or Tasker), which can force the vibration to be activated.