How to turn off the charging sound on Android: a complete guide

The sound of charging connection on Android can annoying, especially if you connect your smartphone at night or in a quiet environment. This signal appears every time you connect a cable - be it to a charger, computer, or even wireless charging. Unfortunately, manufacturers rarely add a direct option to disable it in the settings, but there are several proven ways to solve this problem.

In this article we will look at all possible methods - from standard settings to using commands and third-party applications. You will learn how to turn off the charging sound on ADB-commands and third-party applications. You will learn how to turn off the charging sound on Samsung, Xiaomi, Google Pixel and other devices, as well as what to do if none of the methods work. Important: some methods require superuser rights or changing system files, so read the warnings carefully before proceeding.

Why does Android make a sound when charging is connected

A beep when connecting power is part of system notifications Android. It is intended to let the user know that the device has started charging. In most cases, this sound is duplicated by vibration and a pop-up notification on the screen.

On different devices, this signal may differ:

• 📱 Samsung Galaxy: a short high-pitched sound with vibration.
• 📱 Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco: a melodic signal, similar to a USB connection.
• 📱 Google Pixel: neutral system sound without vibration.
• 📱 OnePlus: sound depends on the version OxygenOS —in new firmware it can be disabled in the settings.

In some firmware (for example, MIUI or ColorOS) The charging sound is tied to system events and does not have a separate switch. This means that it cannot be turned off through the standard menu without affecting other notifications.

Method 1: Disabling through sound settings (for some firmware)

Some manufacturers add the ability to disable charging sound in standard settings. For example, on devices OnePlus s OxygenOS 11+ or Oppo s ColorOS 12+ this can be done without additional manipulations.

Instructions for supported devices:

1. Open Settings → Sound and vibration.
2. Find the section System sounds or Notification sounds.
3. Look for the option Charging connection sound (may be called Charging, USB connection or Power).
4. Disconnect slider or uncheck the box.

If there is no such item, try another method. On devices with pure Android (for example, Google Pixel) this option is not available at all - you will have to use ADB or third-party applications.

Method 2: Using Do Not Disturb mode

If the charging sound bothers you at night, you can use the mode Do not disturb (DND). It turns off all notifications, including system sounds. The disadvantage of this method is that along with the charging signal you will not hear other important notifications (calls, SMS, alarm clock).

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Do disturb.
2. Select Schedule and set the time (for example, from 23:00 to 7:00).
3. In the section Exceptions allow alarms and priority notifications if necessary.
4. Activate the mode manually or wait until it turns on automatically according to the schedule.

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• 🔔 Turn it on Do not disturb.
• 🔕 Click Configure → Allow exceptions.
• 🕰️ Leave a tick just opposite Alarms and timers.

Method 3: Disabling via ADB (without root)

If there is no option in the settings to turn off the charging sound, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This method does not require superuser rights, but will require connecting the smartphone to the computer.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on the computer.
2. Enable on the smartphone Developer mode (go to Settings → About phone → Build number and press 7 times).
3. In Developer settings activate USB debugging.
4. Connect your phone to the PC and confirm permission to debug.
5. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
6. Enter the command:

   adb shell settings put global charging_sounds_enabled 0

7. Restart the device.

To return the charging sound, use the same command, but with 1 instead 0:

adb shell settings put global charging_sounds_enabled 1

adb shell settings put global power_sounds_enabled 0

⚠️ Attention: Using ADB can lead to system malfunctions if you enter incorrect commands. Do not change other settings unless you are sure of their purpose.

Method 4: Removing system sounds (root required)

If you have root accessyou can remove or replace system charging sounds. This method is suitable for experienced users, as it requires working with the Android file system.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (for example, Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to paths:

   /system/media/audio/ui/

3. Find files:
   • 🔊 Charging.ogg — charging connection sound.
   • 🔊 Wireless_charging_start.ogg — wireless charging sound.
   • 🔊 Unplug.ogg —charging disconnect sound (if any).

If you do not want to delete sounds, but replace them with silence, create an empty audio file in the .ogg format and place it instead of the original one. To do this, you can use online converters or apps like Audacity.

⚠️ Attention: Deleting or changing system files may lead to firmware failure or loss of warranty. Before proceeding, make a backup copy of the partition /system via TWRP or another recovery.

Method 5: Third-party applications to turn off the charging sound

If the previous methods do not work, you can use applications from Google Play. They work differently: some block sound at the system level, others simply mute it while charging.

Top 3 applications for this task:

• 📌 Sound Profile - allows you to create sound profiles and automatically switch between them. You can configure to turn off all system sounds when charging is connected.
• 📌 MacroDroid —automatic execution of actions based on triggers. Create a rule: If charging is connected → Turn off system sounds.
• 📌 Silent Charging - a specialized application for turning off the charging sound. Works without root, but may require additional permissions.

Setup example in MacroDroid:

1. Open the application and click Add macro.
2. Select as a trigger Charging status → Connected.
3. As an action, select Sound → Set system sound volume to 0.
4. Save the macro and activate it.

⚠️ Attention: Some sound blocking applications may conflict with energy-saving modes (for example, MIUI Optimization on Xiaomi). If the sound does not turn off, add the application to the startup exclusions list.

What to do if nothing helps

If none of the methods worked, perhaps the charging sound is hardcoded into the firmware of your device. In this case, radical measures remain:

• 🔄 Flashing to custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience). Many custom firmwares allow you to flexibly customize system sounds.
• 🛠️ Contacting a service center —if the device is under warranty, you can ask to turn off the sound through the engineering menu (not all services agree to this).
• 🔇 Physically disconnecting the speaker —an extreme option that will deprive you of all sounds (calls, music, etc.).

If you decide to reflash the device, please note:

• 📱 This will void the warranty.
• 🔧 Requires bootloader unlocking and installation TWRP.
• ⚠️ Risk of “bricking” (turning the phone into a “brick”).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about the charging sound on Android