How to turn off the sound when you click on the Android screen: all methods

Have you ever noticed how annoying it is to constantly click every time you touch the screen? This system sound, which many manufacturers add by default, can be annoying in quiet rooms, distracting during games, or simply annoying with its monotony. Fortunately, turn off the sound when you tap on the Android screen you can do it in several ways - both through standard settings and using additional tools.

In this article we will analyze all the current methods: from basic sound settings to hidden developer options and third-party applications. It is important to understand that the interface may differ slightly depending on firmware (MIUI on Xiaomi, One UI on Samsung, EMUI on Huawei/Honor) and version Android. But the general principle remains the same. If you are using custom firmware type LineageOS or Pixel Experience, some menu items may be called differently - we will also mention this.

Before you begin, check if yours is enabled silent mode via a physical volume button. Sometimes the problem is solved by simply switching the profile. If the touch sound remains even in silent mode, it means that it is fixed at the system level and needs to be turned off separately.

1. Standard sound settings in Android

Let's start with the most obvious - the built-in system parameters. Most manufacturers place touch sound controls in the main sound menu. Here's how to get there:

1. Open Settings (gear icon in the application menu or in the notification shade).
2. Go to section Sound and vibration (on some devices just Sound).
3. Scroll down to block System sounds or Other sounds.
4. Find option Touch sound, Click when pressed or Touch sounds (on English firmware).
5. Move the slider to position Off.

On Samsung Galaxy (One UI) the path may look like this: Settings → Sounds and vibration → System sounds → Touch sound. On Xiaomi (MIUI) look for: Settings → Sound and vibration → Other sounds → Touch sounds. data-i="71">(Pixel, Motorola) option is usually hidden under Android (Pixel, Motorola) option is usually hidden under Settings → Sound → Other sounds.

⚠️ Attention: On some budget smartphones (for example, Tecno, Infinix), the touch sound may be tied to the general sound profile. In this case, turning it off will turn off all notifications.

2. Disabling through accessibility settings

If the touch sound cannot be turned off in the main sound menu, try looking in special featuresThis section often contains additional interface options, including sound ones. signals.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open Settings → Special features (sometimes called Convenience or Accessibility).
• 🔍 Find the subsection Audio, Sound prompts or Sound notifications.
• 🔕 Disable options Sound when pressed, Key click or Screen touch sounds.
• 🔄 Reboot the device if the changes are not applied immediately.

On Huawei and Honor (EMUI) the path can be like this: Settings → System → Accessibility → Sound → Touch sounds. In some firmware there is also an option hidden here Vibration when touching - it can also be deactivated if it interferes.

3. Developer options: hidden sound settings

For advanced users, there is a way to turn off the touch sound through developer options. This method works even on devices where the manufacturer has removed the option from the standard menu.

How to enable developer options:

1. Go to Settings → About phone (or About device).
2. Find the line Build number (or Build number) and tap on it 7 times in a row.
3. Enter the PIN code or pattern if required.
4. Return to the main menu Settings —a new section will appear there For developers.

Now turn off the sound:

• 🛠️ Log in in For developers (usually at the very bottom of the list of settings).
• 🔍 Scroll to the block Enter or Input.
• 🔕 Find the option Touch sound (Touch sounds) and disable it.

⚠️ Attention: Developer options contain critical settings, changing which may break the system. Do not edit other options if you do not understand their purpose.

What should I do if there is no Touch Sound option in Developer Options?

On some firmware (for example, ColorOS from Oppo/Realme) In this case, try alternative methods from the following sections of the article.

4. Use of third party applications

If the built-in tools do not help, applications from Google Playwill come to the rescue. They are especially useful for devices with greatly reduced settings (for example, on some Nokia or Alcatel).

Top 3 applications for muting the sound touches:

• 🎛️ SoundAssistant (from Samsung, but works on other brands) - allows you to fine-tune system sounds, including touches.
• 🔇 Disable Touch Sounds - a specialized application for disabling clicks without root access.
• 🛠️ MacroDroid - automates muting the sound according to conditions (for example, when starting certain applications).

Example of setup in SoundAssistant:

1. Download and install the application from Google Play.
2. Open it and provide all requested permissions.
3. Go to section System sounds or Touch feedback.
4. Disable the option Touch sounds or Screen touch feedback.
5. Save the changes and restart the smartphone.

Application	Requires root	Support for Android 13+	Additional functions
SoundAssistant	No	Yes	Customizing notification sounds, adjusting volume by application
Disable Touch Sounds	No	Partially	Only disabling touch sounds
MacroDroid	No	Yes	Automating actions, creating macros

Important: Some applications may require access permission to special features. Provide it only to proven apps with high ratings on Google Play.

5. Disabling via ADB (for advanced users)

If you are ready to dive into technical details, you can disable the touch sound via ADB (Android Debug Bridge). line.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (includes adb).
2. Enable USB debugging in the developer options (see section 3).
3. Connect your smartphone to the PC and confirm permission for debugging.
4. Open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with platform-tools.
5. Enter the command to test the connection:

   adb devices

   The serial number of your device should be displayed.

6. Run the command to mute the sound touches:

   adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0

7. Reboot the device.

To get the sound back, use the same command, replacing 0 with 1.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect use of ADB can lead to system malfunctions. Do not execute other commands if you are not sure of their purpose.

6. Manually deleting system sounds (requires root)

For users with root-rights there is a radical way - physically deleting touch sound files. This method is irreversible, therefore it is suitable only for those who are confident in their actions.

Instructions:

• 📁 Install any file manager with root support (for example, Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
• 🔍 Go to the path:

  /system/media/audio/ui/

  Or an alternative path (depending on the firmware):

  /system/product/media/audio/ui/

• 🗑️ Find files with names:
  • touch.ogg
  • Effect_Tick.ogg
  • keypressStandard.ogg
  • keypressSpacebar.ogg
• 🔄 Rename the files by adding at the end .bak (for example, touch.ogg.bak) or delete them.
• 🔄 Reboot the device.

If the sounds remain after deleting, it means they are duplicated in another place or are firmware at the kernel level. In this case, return the files back (delete .bak from the name).

7. Problems and solutions: why the sound does not turn off

Sometimes the touch sound continues to play even after all the manipulations. Let's look at the typical causes and ways to eliminate them:

• 🔄 System cache: Clear the cache in the Settings → Storage → Cached datasection. On some devices, resetting the sound settings to factory settings helps.
• 📱 Firmware update: Manufacturers sometimes return touch sounds after updates. Check if new settings have appeared in the latest version of the software.
• 🎵 Third-party launchers: Some shells (for example Nova Launcher, Apex Launcher) have their own touch sounds. Go to their settings and disable them. sound effects.
• 🔊 Malicious applications: It is rare, but it happens that virus apps add their own sounds. Check your device with an antivirus (for example, Malwarebytes).

If all else fails, the last option remains - factory reset.Before this, be sure to back up your data via Settings → System → Backup or using Google Account.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to turn off the touch sound only for certain applications?

Yes, but not through standard settings. Use applications like MacroDroid or Taskerto create rules for muting the sound when opening specific apps. For example, You can configure automatic disabling of clicks when launching games or instant messengers.

After updating Android, the touch sound returned. How to disable it permanently?

Manufacturers sometimes reset user sound settings after updates. To avoid this:

1. Use the ADB command from section 5 (it will be reapplied after). updates).
2. Install the application SoundAssistant and configure automatic application of the settings after a reboot.
3. If you are root, physically delete the sound files (see section 6).

Disabling the touch sound also removes the keyboard sounds. How to separate these. settings?

In most firmware, the sounds of touching the screen and keyboard are controlled separately. If they are connected:

• Check the keyboard settings (for example, Gboard has a separate sound switch in Settings → Sound when pressed) keys).
• Use ADB commands for targeted disabling:

  adb shell settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0 # touch sounds
  adb shell settings put system haptic_feedback_enabled 0 # vibration

My phone does not have the "Touch Sound" option in the settings. What should I do?

Possible reasons and solutions:

• 📱 Budget device: The manufacturer may have cut the settings. Try the methods from sections 4 (third-party applications) or 5 (ADB).
• 🔍 Hidden option: Use the search in settings (magnifying glass icon) with the request "touch sound".
• 🛠️ Custom firmware: Install the module Magisk to fine-tune sounds (requires root).

Is it safe to use ADB to mute the sound?

Yes, if you follow the instructions and do not execute other commands settings put system sound_effects_enabled 0 only changes a system parameter, similar to manually muting it in the menu. The risk arises only when. using commands to modify system files or partition /system.