Turn Off Keyboard Sounds on LG V20

To turn off keyboard sounds on an LG V20, open the Settings app, go to General > Language & Keyboard, select your keyboard (typically LG Keyboard), and disable the “Sound on keypress” option. This stops the click or pop sound that plays each time you tap a key, while keeping other phone sounds and vibrations intact.

Why Your LG V20 Makes Keyboard Sounds

The LG V20 runs Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box, and its default keyboard is LG Keyboard. Like most Android keyboards, LG Keyboard has a built-in audio feedback feature that plays a short sound whenever you press a key. This is separate from the system’s touch sounds (Settings > Sound > Other sounds > Touch sounds), which control sounds for taps on the home screen, app icons, and other UI elements. The keyboard sound is generated by the keyboard app itself, so you must disable it inside the keyboard’s own settings, not in the general sound menu.

The V20 also shipped with a secondary screen above the main display, but that screen does not have its own keyboard sounds. The audio feedback only comes from the main keyboard when you type in any text field, messaging app, browser, or search bar.

Step-by-Step: Disable Keyboard Sounds on LG V20

These steps apply to the stock LG Keyboard that comes preinstalled on the V20. The exact menu names may vary slightly depending on your Android version or if you have installed a system update, but the general path is consistent.

1. Open the Settings app on your LG V20. You can find it in the app drawer or by tapping the gear icon in the notification shade.
2. Scroll down and tap General (the tab with a gear icon).
3. Tap Language & Keyboard.
4. Under the “Keyboard & input methods” section, tap LG Keyboard (or the name of the keyboard you are currently using, such as Gboard or SwiftKey if you have installed one).
5. In the LG Keyboard settings, tap Key feedback.
6. You will see two toggles: Sound on keypress and Vibrate on keypress. Turn off Sound on keypress by tapping the switch so it turns gray.
7. If you also want to stop the vibration, turn off Vibrate on keypress as well.

After you toggle the sound off, the change takes effect immediately. You do not need to restart the phone or the keyboard. Test it by tapping in any text field; the click sound should be gone.

What If You Use a Third-Party Keyboard?

If you have installed a different keyboard app, such as Gboard, SwiftKey, or Chrooma, the steps above for LG Keyboard will not apply. Each keyboard app manages its own sound settings. Here is how to turn off sounds on the most common alternatives:

• Gboard: Open Gboard settings (long-press the comma key and tap the gear icon, or go to Settings > General > Language & Keyboard > Gboard). Tap Preferences, then turn off “Sound on keypress.”
• SwiftKey: Open SwiftKey settings (long-press the comma key and tap the gear icon, or go to Settings > General > Language & Keyboard > SwiftKey). Tap Sound, then turn off “Keypress sound.”
• Chrooma: Open Chrooma settings (tap the keyboard’s settings icon in the top bar). Tap Sound, then turn off “Key sound.”

If you are not sure which keyboard you are using, open any text field, look at the bottom of the screen for the keyboard’s name or logo, or go to Settings > General > Language & Keyboard and see which one is checked as the default.

Why the Keyboard Sound Is Separate from System Touch Sounds

Many users mistakenly try to disable keyboard sounds by turning off “Touch sounds” in the main Sound settings. That setting controls the sound that plays when you tap on-screen buttons, swipe the notification shade, or unlock the phone with a pattern. It does not affect the keyboard’s keypress sound because the keyboard app generates its own audio feedback.

If you have turned off “Touch sounds” and still hear clicks while typing, it is definitely the keyboard’s own sound setting. The reverse is also true: you can have “Touch sounds” on for the rest of the interface, but the keyboard will remain silent if you turn off its keypress sound.

Common Problems and Quick Fixes

Sometimes the toggle does not work as expected, or the sound comes back after a reboot. Here are the most common issues and how to resolve them:

• Sound persists after turning it off: Make sure you are editing the correct keyboard’s settings. If you have multiple keyboards installed, the default one might not be LG Keyboard. Check the default in Settings > General > Language & Keyboard > Default keyboard.
• Sound returns after an app update: Some keyboard apps reset their settings after an update. Revisit the keyboard’s settings and turn off the sound again.
• Vibration is also annoying: If you want to keep the sound off but still want a slight haptic feedback, leave “Vibrate on keypress” on. If you want no feedback at all, turn both off.
• You hear a different sound (like a pop or click): That is likely the LG Keyboard’s “Pop” sound option. In LG Keyboard settings, tap Key feedback > Sound on keypress, and you may also see a “Sound type” option. Select “None” or “Off” if available.

If the sound still plays after following all steps, try a soft reset (hold the power button and tap Restart). This clears any temporary glitch in the keyboard’s audio service.

How to Turn Off Other Typing Sounds on the V20

Beyond the keyboard itself, the LG V20 has a few other sound sources that can be mistaken for keyboard sounds:

• Dial pad tones: When you open the Phone app and tap numbers, you hear tones. Go to Phone app > three-dot menu > Settings > Call > Dial pad tones, and turn it off.
• Screen lock/unlock sounds: Settings > Sound > Other sounds > Screen lock sounds.
• Charging sound: When you plug in the charger, the V20 plays a sound. This is not controlled in the sound settings; it is tied to the charging animation. To disable it, you need to mute the media volume or use a third-party app, but it is not related to typing.

If you want to completely mute all system sounds while keeping media volume up, use the volume slider and tap the bell icon to switch to “Do not disturb” or “Silent” mode, but note that this also silences notifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can’t I find “Sound on keypress” in my LG V20 settings?

If you are using a third-party keyboard, the LG Keyboard settings are not visible. Check which keyboard is active in Settings > General > Language & Keyboard > Default keyboard. If it is not LG Keyboard, open that keyboard’s own settings (usually by long-pressing the comma key) and look for its sound option.

Does turning off keyboard sounds affect my phone’s overall volume?

No. The keyboard sound is generated independently of the media, ringtone, or notification volume. You can have the phone on full volume and still type silently after disabling the keyboard sound.

Will the keyboard sound come back after a software update?

It can. Android updates or keyboard app updates sometimes reset preferences. If you notice the sound returning after an update, simply go back to the keyboard settings and turn it off again.

Can I turn off the sound for only one keyboard app but not another?

Yes. Each keyboard app has its own independent sound setting. You can have LG Keyboard silent and Gboard with sound, or vice versa. The setting is per app, not global.

Why does my LG V20 still make a click sound when I tap the screen (not the keyboard)?

That is the system “Touch sounds” setting, not the keyboard. Go to Settings > Sound > Other sounds and turn off “Touch sounds” to silence taps on icons, buttons, and other UI elements.

Is there a way to make the keyboard quieter instead of completely silent?

Yes. Some keyboards, including LG Keyboard, offer a “Sound type” option where you can choose a softer tone. You can also lower the system volume while typing, but the keyboard sound will still play at whatever volume the media or system is set to. The most reliable way to reduce loudness is to pick a quieter sound type or turn it off entirely.

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