Modern Xiaomi smartphones, powered by MIUI shells or the new HyperOS, provide users with huge personalization opportunities, but sometimes the excess of audio signals begins to annoy. Constant pings from messengers, system clicks and app alerts can make using a gadget stressful. Which is why the question of how to turn off the notification sound on Xiaomi remains one of the most pressing for owners of these devices.
In this article, we will take a closer look at all the available ways to control the audio of your smartphone, and you will learn not only to completely silence the phone, but also to fine-tune the behavior of each particular application, create quiet modes for work or rest, and get rid of system sounds that often interfere at the wrong time.
Audio profile management in the Xiaomi ecosystem has its own features that differ from pure Android. Understanding the logic of notifications and audio profiles will allow you to make your smartphone experience as comfortable as possible. We will look at both standard methods through settings and more advanced automation scenarios.
Quick setup through the control panel The fastest way to change the sound mode is to use the notification curtain. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the control center. Here you will see an icon of a speaker or bell, pressing which cyclically switches modes: Sound, vibration, and no sound. However, for a deeper setup, you need to go to the sound menu. Go to Settings and select Sound and Vibration. This section focuses on the main controls of your device's audio system. Here you can adjust the volume of the media, alarm clock and, importantly, the volume of notifications separately from the system sounds. 📊 What type of notifications annoys you the most?System clicksMessages in messengersAdvertising flies of applicationsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAppsAttsAppsAtsAppsAppsAppsAtsAppsAtsAtsAppsAtsAppsAppsAtsAtsAppsAtsAtsAtsAtsAppsAtsAppsAtsAppsAtsAppsAppsAtsAppsAtsAppsAtsAppsAtsAppSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS». If you move it to zero, the phone will stop making sounds when new messages arrive, but it will retain vibration (if it is turned on. ⚠️ Warning: Resetting the sound settings to factory values can bring back loud system tunes. MIUI Or HyperOS, always check your audio settings again. For those who prefer physical control, the side volume button can also be adjusted. From the Sound and Vibration menu, find the "Use Volume buttons for". Select “Notifications”, and then when you press the side buttons you will adjust the volume of incoming messages, not media files.
Often there is a situation when you need to turn off the sound for only one intrusive application, leaving the rest active. Xiaomi system allows you to control this at the level of each individual application. Go to Settings → Notifications and status bar → Notifications Management. In the list that opens, find the desired application, such as a game or news aggregator. Click on it to open the detailed settings. Here you will see the “Allow notifications.” If you turn it off completely, the application will stop disturbing you by any means. For more flexible management, click on the right text or a specific application. This allows you to save the visual display of the notification in the curtain, but get rid of the sound accompaniment. 🔇 No sound: Notification comes, vibrates (if tuned), but makes no sounds. 🔊 Default sound: Uses system melody selected in general settings. 🎵 Your own sound: You can select any tune from your phone’s memory or download a new one. 📳 Vibration: A separate setting that allows you to leave only tactile response. Also worth paying attention to the categories of notifications inside the application. Many modern programs, such as Telegram or Instagram, divide notifications into types: "Messages", "Calls", "Advertising". You can set your own audio profile for each category, for example, you can leave the sounds of calls, and you can turn off the sounds of new posts in channels. ☑️ Checking the settings of the application Open Phone Settings Go to Notification Management Select problem application Turn off the sound for the desired category: 0 / 4
The Do Not Disturb (DND) function is a powerful tool for temporary isolation from digital noise. Unlike simple silent mode, DND can block not only sounds, but also visual pop-ups, as well as light indications. You can activate it through the control center or in the Sound and Vibration settings. The main strength of this mode is to flexiblely adjust exceptions. You can set the phone so that it is silent for everyone except selected contacts or repeated calls from one number (the "Pets" function is important for emergency calls). For example, from 23:00 to 07:00 the phone will automatically go into silence without requiring your intervention. New versions of HyperOS have automation scenarios that allow you to turn on "Do Not Disturb" mode when you connect to a home Wi-Fi or launch a certain application, for example, a video editor or game. This makes sound management (usually disabled) Alarm working No exceptions (contacts, repeat) In new versions of HyperOS, automation scenarios have appeared that allow you to turn on "Do Not Disturb" when you connect to a home Wi-Fi or when you start a certain application, for example, video editor or game. This makes sound management work automatically, it saves the second call.
In addition to notifications from apps, Xiaomi produces a lot of system sounds: camera click, screen lock sound, dial tone and interface sounds. Disabling these sounds makes using a smartphone more subtle and enjoyable. To remove unnecessary sounds, go to Settings → Sound and vibration. Scroll down to "Advanced" or "System sounds." Here you'll find switches for the sound: 📷 Camera sound: Shutter click when taking a photo. 🔒 Locking sound: Accompanies the screen on and off. 📞 Dialing sound: Tonal signal when pressing buttons in the bell. 🖱️ Touching: Short clicks when interacting with the interface.Switching off camera sound is often required in cinemas or lectures. However, in some regions (e.g. Japan, Korea) this sound is not software-enabled due to legal restrictions, even in global firmware, in which case only Do Not Disturb mode or third-party camera apps will help. ⚠️ Note: The screen lock sound on some Xiaomi models may not be switched off by standard means and require the use of third-party themes or design. ADB-For advanced users, it is possible to disable system sounds through an engineering menu or ADB, But it takes care. Standard settings are usually enough for 95 percent of users. If you use Google Assistant, check its settings as well, because it has its own audible confirmations of actions.
Xiaomi smartphones are equipped with a proximity sensor and a “In your pocket” function, which prevents accidental taps. However, sometimes this feature conflicts with the sound settings. If the phone in your pocket emits notification sounds, it can be inconvenient. In the Lock and Protection settings or Lock Screen, you can find the Sound in Your Pocket option. Disabling this feature (if your version of the OS has one) will prevent the phone from making sounds when the sensor is closed. 💡Use the Pocket Mode feature in the Security app to completely drown out the phone when it is in an enclosed space, preventing heat and discharge. Also worth mentioning is the "Raise to Answer" or "Raise to Turn on the Screen" setting». These features can activate audible signals or vibration when the phone moves abruptly. If you are annoyed that the phone responds to every movement, turn off these functions in the section Additional settings → Gesture Management. It is important to distinguish between screen locking and system locking. The screen lock can show the contents of notifications, but not emit sounds if the silence mode is turned on. However, if the application has a high priority, it can "shout" lock settings.
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the settings seem to be set correctly, but the sound still sounds. Often this is due to aggressive battery optimization or background processes in MIUI. Check whether the Amplification mode is turned on for a particular application. Some versions of the shell have a feature that makes important notifications more noticeable, ignoring the profile of “No sound”. Also, the problem can be hidden in the conflict of design themes. If you use a third-party theme from the Themes store, try to return to the standard. Another common reason is the settings of the application itself. Messengers often have their own internal settings. Go to the settings inside WhatsApp, Viber or Telegram and make sure that it does not select the “Default” sound with high volume. 🔄 Reboot: A banal but effective way to reset audio driver errors. 🧹 Cache Clearing: Go to the app's settings and clear the cache to reset temporary sound files. 🔌 Headphones: Check if Bluetooth headphones are connected, the sound from which can go separately. 🛡️ Antivirus: Built-in virus scanner sometimes flags quiet apps as suspicious and changes their priority. ⚠️ Warning: If the notification sound is heard when the phone is turned off (a rare bug of some versions), this may indicate a motherboard malfunction or a power button sticking. If nothing helps, you can use the "Nuclear Option" - reset all the audio settings. In the Sound and Vibration menu, find the three dots in the corner or the menu button and select Reset the Sound Settings, which will return all sliders and melodies to factory values, and then you can reset them, correctly. 💡A comprehensive approach to audio tuning: a combination of system profiles, app settings and Do Not Disturb schedules gives you complete control over your Xiaomi’s acoustic space.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why does the phone make a sound even when silent mode is on?
This can happen if a specific application has a Do Not Disturb exception set, or if the application uses a high-priority notification channel (such as an alarm clock or calendar reminder).
How to turn off the charging sound on Xiaomi?
The sound of the charger connection is system. To turn it off, go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Additionally, and find the Charging Sound switch. If there is no such item, the sound can be part of the theme — change the theme to the standard one.
Can you make the calls sound and the text messages soundless?
Yes, it's standard. Turn on Vibration or Do Not Disturb mode with contact exception settings. In Do Not Disturb mode, be sure to turn on Allow Calls from Favorites or All, and leave app notifications locked.
Where to find the sound settings for the alarm clock?
The alarm clock is controlled independently of other notifications. Open the Watch app, click on the specific alarm to edit, and select "Sound." The alarm clock volume is regulated by a separate slider in the Sound and Vibration menu.
Why did the HyperOS update lose the sound settings?
With major updates, the shell settings can be reset or moved. Check Settings → Sound and Vibration. If the sliders are gone, try clearing the Settings app cache or resetting the audio settings via the menu.