How to remove the vibration when typing on Xiaomi: all the ways

Keyboard vibration on Xiaomi smartphones is one of those features that either make it easier to interact with the device in a discreet way or annoying to the shiver in your fingers. If you are in the second category of users, this article will help you understand how to completely or selectively disable tactile feedback when typing. The problem is that different versions of MIUI and on different models (Redmi Note 12, Poco X5, Xiaomi 13T, etc.) the path to settings may be different — we will look at all the current options.

Xiaomi’s firmware is that keyboard vibration is often duplicated in multiple menus, both in system settings and in the keyboard settings (like the Gboard or the standard MIUI Keyboard), which creates confusion — users turn off vibration in one place, but it continues to work because of active settings in another, and we’ll figure out where to look for the right switches to ensure that you get rid of unnecessary returns.

Why does the vibration of the keyboard interfere?

Tactile typing was originally conceived as an assistant: it confirms the press of a button, reduces the number of typos and makes the print more tangible.

• 🔋 Battery consumption: A vibratory motor, even this small, consumes energy. When typing is active (for example, in messengers), this can reduce battery life by 5-15%.
• 🤯 Irritation: The constant trembling in the hands is exhausting, especially with prolonged set or if the vibration is too strong (characteristic of older Redmi models).
• 🎵 Conflict with other sounds. Vibration can overlap with system notification sounds or music, creating dissonance.
• 🛠️ Wearing machinery: In budget models (Redmi) 9A, Poco M3) vibratory motor over time begins to "spin" or work unstablely.

In addition, the vibration of the keyboard often confuses users who are used to “quiet” smartphones from other brands (for example, iPhone or Samsung with the default haptic recoil disabled), in MIUI this feature is activated out of the box, and it needs to be adjusted manually.

Method 1: Turn off vibration in the MIUI Keyboard settings

If you use the standard MIUI Keyboard (set by default on all Xiaomi smartphones), the fastest way to remove the vibration is through its own settings.

1. Open any application where you can type text (such as Messages or Notes).
2. Tap the input field so that the keyboard appears.
3. Click on the gear icon (⚙️) in the top row of the keyboard - this will cause the settings menu.
4. Select the keyboard settings (or Keyboard settings in English).
5. Go to the Sound and Vibration section.
6. Turn off the switch next to Vibration on keypress.

If you have an older version of MIUI (e.g. MIUI 11 or MIUI 12), the path may be slightly different.

Keyboard settings → Additional → Vibration when pressed

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Important! After you turn off the vibration in your keyboard settings, check it in different applications. Sometimes the settings are reset after you update your MIUI or reboot your device. If the vibration is back, repeat the procedure or try alternative methods from this article.

Method 2: Globally shutting down vibration in system settings

If the keyboard vibration has not disappeared after the changes in the MIUI Keyboard settings, it may be managed at the system level, in which case you need to turn off the haptic recoil completely or selectively for the keyboard.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the Sound and Vibration section.
3. Choose the Vibration (Vibration).
4. Depending on the version MIUI You will have different options available: 📱 MIUI 13/14: Turn off the switch Vibration when touching (Touch vibration). 📱 MIUI 12: Select Vibration when pressed and set the value without vibration.

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 12 Pro or Redmi K50), global vibration shutdowns can affect other features, such as vibration when calling or notifying. If critical, use method 3 or 4 from this article.

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If the vibration in the system settings is still working after the vibration is turned off, try restarting the smartphone. Sometimes the changes are only applied after the reboot.

Method 3: Configure vibration in Gboard (Google Keyboard)

Many Xiaomi users install Gboard, a keyboard from Google that often works more stable than the standard one, and if you use it, the vibration is controlled separately from the system settings.

1. Open any text box and call Gboard.
2. Click on the gear icon (⚙️) keyboard.
3. Select Settings (Preferences).
4. Go to the Key Press section of the Sound.
5. Turn off the option Vibration on keypress.

Gboard can also adjust the vibration force (if you need it, but it's too strong).

Gboard settings → Sound when pressed → Vibration intensity

If you still feel vibration after turning off, check if Gboard is in conflict with the MIUI system settings, in which case you will have to turn off the vibration both there and there (see Method 2).

Method 4: Turn off vibrations through Do Not Disturb mode

If you need to temporarily remove the vibration (for example, during an important event), but do not want to dig into the settings, you can use Do Not Disturb mode. It turns off not only sounds, but also tactile recoil. Here's how to do this:

1. Pull down the notification panel and find the Do Not Disturb icon (the bell icon with cross-out).
2. Click on it to activate the mode.
3. For more flexible settings, go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Do not disturb.
4. Select Vibration and turn off Vibration when touched.

This technique is convenient because it allows you to quickly return the vibration back, just by turning off the Do Not Disturb mode, but it turns off all vibration on the device, including notifications and alarms, which is not always convenient.

⚠️ Attention! On some models, Poco F4, Xiaomi 11T) Do not disturb does not affect the vibration of the keyboard. in this case, use other methods from the article.

Method 5: Using third-party keyboards without vibration

If none of these methods worked, or if you want to get rid of vibration completely without any extra settings, consider installing an alternative keyboard. Some of them don't have tactile returns initially or allow you to adjust it flexibly. Here are the best options:

• 📱 SwiftKey (from Microsoft): minimalist design, no default vibration, but it can be enabled in settings.
• 📱 Fleksy: keyboard with emphasis on dial speed, vibration shuts down in one click.
• 📱 Chroom: lightweight keyboard with no unnecessary effects, ideal for weak devices (Redmi) 8A, Poco C31).
• 📱 AnySoftKeyboard: Open source, full control of tactile returns.

To install a third-party keyboard:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Open Settings → System and device → Language and input → Current keyboard.
3. Select the keyboard installed and activate it.
4. Go to the new keyboard settings and turn off the vibration (if there is one).

The advantage of this method is that you not only get rid of vibration, but also get additional features (for example, gestures in SwiftKey or themes in Fleksy).However, note that some keyboards can collect data about your set - carefully read the privacy policy before installing.

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Third-party keyboards are the best choice if the MIUI system settings do not allow the vibration to be turned off or it returns after updates.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the vibration is turned off in all possible menus, it can continue to work, and here are the most common reasons and ways to eliminate them:

• 🔄 Reset settings after update. Xiaomi sometimes resets custom settings after update MIUI. Check all the items from this article again.
• 📲 Keyboard conflict: If you have multiple keyboards installed (e.g, MIUI Keyboard and Gboard, vibration can be turned on in one of them. → System and device → Language and input.
• 🛠️ Marriage of a vibrating motor on some devices (Redmi) 9C, Poco M2) The motor can stick and vibrate even when the settings are off, and only repairs can help.
• 🤖 Manufacturer restrictions: In some models for the Chinese market, it is impossible to turn off the keyboard vibration without unlocking the bootloader and root rights.

If none of the methods worked, try resetting the keyboard settings to factory:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → [Select Keyboard] → Storage → Clear Data

⚠️ Attention, clearing the keyboard data will remove all saved words from the dictionary and personal settings, and after this procedure, you may need to re-configure the language and layout.

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