A constant click every time you press a virtual key can greatly irritate, especially in a quiet room, library or during late-night texting. Many users are wondering how to remove this audio response so as not to disturb others and maintain the privacy of typing.
In the operating system Android control of input sound effects is implemented at several levels, which sometimes causes confusion. Disabling may require action both in the settings of the keyboard itself and in the general system parameters.
Below we will analyze all the possible methods of muting the sound for the most popular input applications, including Gboard, SwiftKey and standard solutions from Samsung and Xiaomi. You can choose a method that perfectly suits your firmware version.
Mute the sound in the standard Gboard keyboard
The keyboard Gboard from Google is pre-installed on most modern smartphones. The sound settings are placed in a separate menu, which can be accessed directly while typing.
Click on the gear icon located in the top panel of the keyboard to open the settings. If there is no icon, hold down the comma key or the smiley icon. In the menu that opens, select the section Settings, and then find the item Sound when pressing keys.
Move the slider to the inactive position. This action will instantly turn off the audio signal. However, it is worth remembering that the sound volume often depends on the overall level of media content in the system.
- 🔇 Complete muting of sound occurs only when the slider is set to the far left position.
- 📱 On some models, the setting is duplicated in the general system menu.
- ⚙️ Changes are applied immediately and do not require restarting the device.
- 🎵 A separate slider also adjusts vibration if it bothers you.
If the sound slider in Gboard is active, but you can’t hear clicks, check the overall media volume level on your smartphone - it may be turned down to zero.
It is important to note that in the updated In interface versions, the path to settings may differ slightly. Developers periodically change the layout of menu elements to improve ergonomics.
⚠️ Attention: If you are using a third-party theme for Gboard, some sound profiles may be hard-coded by the theme developer and cannot be disabled using standard methods.
Sound effect settings in the Samsung One UI shell
Device owners Samsung Galaxy are faced with a more complex hierarchy of settings, as the company integrates keyboard sound controls deep into the system menu. Here, the settings are divided between the keyboard application and general sound settings.
To begin, go to Settings your smartphone. Find the section Sounds and vibration. Inside this menu, find the item System sounds or Manage system sounds. This is where the global switch for all system clicks, including typing, is hidden.
An alternative path is through the settings of the application itself input. Go to Settings → General settings → Language and input. Select Samsung on-screen keyboard. In this section, you can configure in detail not only the sound, but also the vibration duration.
Shell features One UI is the ability to independently adjust the volume of system sounds. You can leave the media volume at maximum for watching videos, but completely turn off the interface sound.
How to turn off sound on Xiaomi and Redmi keyboards (MIUI/HyperOS)
Smartphone users Xiaomi, Redmi i Poco often face the fact that the standard Miui keyboard Keyboard has its own specific settings. In the shells MIUI and the new HyperOS sound control logic also has its own nuances.
Open the menu Settings and scroll down to the section Additional settings. Select item Language and input. Here you need to click on the current keyboard, for example Gboard or MIUI Keyboard.
If you are using a standard solution from Xiaomi, go to the Settings section inside the keyboard menu. Find the switch Click sound and deactivate it. In some firmware versions, this parameter may be simply called “Sound”.
| Model / Shell | Path to settings | Name switch |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi MIUI 12-14 | Settings → Additional. settings → Language and input | Tap sound |
| Xiaomi HyperOS | Settings → Sound and vibration → System sounds | Keyboard sound |
| Redmi Note (old) | Settings → Advanced → Language and input | Audio response |
| Poco F/X series | Settings → Sound → Additional sounds | Sound dial |
It is worth considering that in budget models with a stripped-down version of Android, settings may be hidden in the menu Sound and vibration without the possibility of detailed settings for each application separately.
☑️ Checking Xiaomi settings
Using the "Not" mode disturb" for silence
Sometimes the user needs to quickly turn off all sounds without delving into deep settings menus. For such cases, Android provides a special mode Do not disturb (Do Not Disturb).
When this mode is activated, the smartphone blocks all sound notifications, calls and, which is important for our topic, system sounds, including keyboard clicks. This is an ideal solution for cinemas, meetings or night time.
You can activate the mode through the notification shade by swiping down from the top edge of the screen. Look for an icon with a crossed out circle or crescent moon. You can also set up automatic scheduled activation in the menu Settings → Sound and vibration.
However, there is a nuance: in some custom firmware, the keyboard sound may ignore the Do Not Disturb mode, unless otherwise specified in exceptions. Check your exception settings if silence does not occur.
⚠️ Attention: Do not disturb mode may hide important notifications from instant messengers. Make sure that you have added contacts of loved ones to the list of exceptions so as not to miss an emergency call.
Mute sound in third-party keyboards (SwiftKey, Yandex)
If you prefer to install alternative applications for entering text, such as Microsoft SwiftKey or Yandex.Keyboard, the process of muting the sound will be individual for each product.
In the application SwiftKey you need to open the settings menu (through the gear icon on the key bar or through the phone settings). Go to section Sound and vibration. Here you will find a slider Click soundthat needs to be moved to the "Off" position.
For Yandex.Keyboards the path looks different: click on the Yandex logo on the keybar, select Settings, then Sound and vibration. Disable the "Keypress sound" option. The interface may differ depending on the version of the application.
Why does the sound return after the update?
Sometimes when With a major update of the keyboard application, the settings are reset to factory settings. In this case, the click sound is turned on automatically, and the disabling procedure must be repeated.
The advantage of third-party solutions is that they often allow you to configure not only the presence of sound, but also its type. You can choose a quieter or more pleasant sound instead of the standard system click.
Global disabling of system sounds through the engineering menu
For advanced users who want to be sure to remove any system sounds at the kernel level, there is access to advanced settings. This method requires caution, as it affects the operation of the entire audio subsystem.
Enter the engineering menu by typing a special code into your phone (for example, ##3646633## for MediaTek processors or #0# for Samsung). Go to the tab Hardware Testing → Audio → Audio Debug.
Find the parameter responsible for system sounds (often indicated as System or SYS). Reduce the volume value for this channel to minimum. This method is effective, but makes it impossible for you to hear any other system signals.
Path in the engineering menu (MediaTek):
Hardware Testing -> Audio -> Audio Debug -> Normal Mode -> System -> Volume Level: 0
Using this method is not recommended for ordinary users, since accidentally changing other parameters may result in loss of sound from the headphones or speakers.
The safest and most effective way is to mute the sound in settings of a specific keyboard application, and not through global system utilities.
Solving problems if the sound does not turn off
There are situations when the user has followed all the instructions, but an annoying click is still heard when typing. This may be caused by a app conflict or operating features of a specific firmware.
First of all, check if the vibration mode is turned on, which on some phone models is duplicated by a short sound signal. Try turning off vibration completely too. Also clear the keyboard application cache through the menu Applications.
If the problem persists, try resetting the keyboard to factory settings. In the application settings menu, find the item Reset settings or Delete data. This will return the keyboard to its original state, and you can configure it again, carefully turning off the sound.
- 🔄 Rebooting the smartphone often solves temporary software failures of audio drivers.
- 🗑️ Removing keyboard updates may make the mute feature work again.
- 🎧 Connect headphones: sometimes keyboard sound only goes to an external audio device due to a routing error.
⚠️ Note: Settings interfaces may change with Android updates. If you do not find the described item, use the search in the phone settings by entering the word “sound” or “keyboard”.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Why does the keyboard sound work even when the phone is in silent mode?
In Android, the volume channels are separated. Silent mode usually mutes calls and notifications, but the Media or System Sounds channel may remain active. To turn it off completely, you need to adjust the volume of system effects separately or use the Do Not Disturb mode.
Is it possible to make the keyboard sound quieter, rather than turning it off completely?
With standard Android tools, adjusting the volume of the click sound is usually not available - only on or off. However, some third-party keyboards (for example, SwiftKey) or custom firmware allow you to select different sound profiles with varying volume.
Does muting the keyboard sound affect your typing speed?
No, audio response does not affect the speed of the processor or the rate at which keystrokes are registered. This is purely a cosmetic and acoustic feature. Turning off the sound can only subjectively speed up typing due to the absence of pauses waiting for sound confirmation.
How to turn off the sound only in one specific application, for example, in Telegram?
It is impossible to directly turn off the keyboard sound for only one application, since the keyboard is a system service that works globally. The sound is turned off for all applications at once through the settings of the keyboard itself.
Will the sound disappear after updating Android to a new version?
Usually the settings are saved when the system is updated. However, in rare cases, during a major update (for example, from Android 13 to 14), the settings may be reset. It is recommended to check the sound settings after a major firmware update.