How do I change the tap Sound?
The tap sound, also known as the keyboard click sound, refers to the audible clicking noise made when tapping on the touchscreen keyboard of an iPhone. This sound provides audio feedback to confirm that a key has been successfully pressed. While some users find the tap sound helpful, others may want to customize or disable it for personal preference, to eliminate distraction in quiet environments, or for accessibility reasons.
Locate the Settings App
The first step is to open the Settings app on your iPhone. The Settings app comes pre-installed on all iPhones and is represented by a gray icon with gears on the home screen.
To open the Settings app, simply tap the icon. If you can’t find the icon on your home screen, you can also access Settings by swiping down from the top right of the screen to open Search, typing “Settings”, and tapping the Settings app icon that appears in the results.
Once you’ve successfully launched the Settings application, you’ll see a list of options and menu categories you can customize.
Go to Sounds & Haptics
The first step is to go to the Sounds & Haptics area in Settings. To do this:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and tap on Sounds & Haptics.
This will bring you to the Sounds & Haptics screen where you can customize various sound and vibration options on your iPhone. The different sound and vibration settings are organized into sections like Ringtone, Text Tone, and System Haptics.
By going into Sounds & Haptics in Settings, you’ll be able to select and change the keyboard tap sound in the next steps.
Tap Keyboard Feedback
To adjust the tap sounds on your iPhone, you’ll need to access the Keyboard Feedback settings. Go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Keyboard Feedback.
Here you’ll see options for keyboard click, keyboard vibration, character preview, and auto-correction. The option to focus on for tap sounds is Keyboard Clicks.
According to Android Police, the Keyboard Clicks setting “allows you to toggle audible feedback when tapping the keyboard keys on or off.”
So tap on Keyboard Clicks to open up further settings. You’ll then see options for sound and volume.
Choose the Sound
You can pick from different keyboard sounds by tapping Keyboard Clicks under Sound. https://support.apple.com/en-us/102463 The default is Default, but you can change it to clicks, heavy clicks, or mechanical keyboard. Each option plays a different tapping sound when you press keys on the keyboard. For example, heavy clicks makes a deeper “thud” sound compared to the normal click.
Try out each sound option to choose the one you prefer. The mechanical keyboard setting mimics the sound of pressing keys on a mechanical keyboard. Once you’ve picked your favorite keyboard click sound, it will be applied whenever you type using the iPhone’s keyboard.
Adjust the Volume
You can adjust the volume of the keyboard tap sound using a slider within the Settings app. Find the “Keyboard Clicks” option and use the slider next to it to increase or decrease the volume as desired. The slider allows you to fine tune the volume level based on your preference.
Some key tips when adjusting the volume:
- Move the slider to the right to increase the volume and to the left to decrease it.
- Test out different volume levels by tapping the keyboard and listening to the sound as you adjust the slider.
- Choose a volume that is loud enough for you to hear but not too loud to be disruptive.
- If you prefer no sound at all, move the slider all the way to the left to mute it.
Customizing the tap sound volume allows you to control the auditory feedback you receive when typing. Set it to a level that provides helpful feedback without being distracting.
Choose Vibration
You can customize the vibration intensity when typing on the keyboard. In the Sounds & Haptics settings, tap Keyboard Feedback. Here you can toggle vibration on or off when pressing keys. There are also options to choose between Light, Medium, and Heavy vibration intensity.
YouTube user The Apple Circle demonstrates how to customize keyboard vibration in this video: How To Change Iphone Vibrate Style In Hindi
Turning off keyboard vibration entirely may help save battery life. Or you can enable vibration but lower the intensity for a more subtle tactile feedback when typing. It’s a good idea to test out the different vibration settings to find the right balance of feedback versus battery efficiency for your preferences.
Test It Out
Once you have customized the keyboard tap sounds and vibration to your preference, it’s a good idea to test it out. Open any app where you can type, like Messages, Notes, or Mail. Start typing something and listen for the new keyboard tap sound you selected. Pay attention to the volume and make sure you can hear it clearly. If you enabled keyboard vibration, you should also feel a subtle haptic feedback as you type each letter.
If the new keyboard tap sound is too loud or quiet, go back to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Keyboard Feedback and adjust the volume slider. You may need to fine-tune it so you get the right balance. Try typing in a few different apps and scenarios to ensure the new sound works well for you.
Additional Customization
Most iPhone users are satisfied with the default keyboard tap sounds, but you can customize them even further if desired. In the Sounds & Haptics screen within Settings, tap any of the other sounds like Locking, Screenshot, and more to choose alternate options.
For example, you may prefer a more subtle “tap” over the default keyboard click sound. Or if you take lots of screenshots, pick a fun sound to make that process more enjoyable.
There’s a wide selection of sounds to explore beyond what comes standard on your iPhone. Visit the Apple website for ideas and recommendations from other users on the best custom sounds.
While keyboards clicks are most commonly customized, you have the ability to personalize any alert sound on your iPhone in Settings. Tailor your iPhone’s audio feedback to your preferences for the best experience.
Summary
In summary, here are the key steps to change the keyboard tap sound on an iPhone:
1. Open the Settings app
2. Go to Sounds & Haptics > Keyboard Feedback
3. Tap Sound to toggle it on or off, or tap the sound option to choose a different keyboard click sound
4. Use the slider under Keyboard Clicks to adjust the volume
5. Tap Vibration to toggle keyboard vibration on or off
6. Test out the changes by typing in any app to hear the new keyboard sounds
Additionally, you can customize other aspects like haptic strength and feedback in Settings. With iOS, you have granular control over the keyboard tap sounds, clicks, and haptics to suit your preferences.