Replacing the standard ringtone with Xiaomi is a challenge that every smartphone owner of this brand faces sooner or later. Even the most modern models on HyperOS or MIUI 14/15 by default offer a limited set of sounds that quickly become boring. Fortunately, the system allows you not only to choose one of the preset melodies, but also to install your own audio file - whether it is a favorite song, voice recording or a unique sound from the game.
In this article, we will look at all the current ways to change calls, from basic settings to advanced methods using a file manager and third-party applications. We will focus on common errors that may cause new tunes to not appear in the list or play. If you want to stand out among friends with a non-standard call sound or just tired of factory signals, read on.
1. Standard method: selection from preset melodies
The easiest method is to use the system's built-in sounds, which is suitable for those who don't want to mess with downloading files or installing additional programs. In MIUI and HyperOS, the algorithm of actions is the same, but with slight visual differences.
To change the call through standard settings:
- 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon on the home screen).
- 🔔 Go to the section Sound and vibration (in some versions – Sound).
- 🎵 Click on the item Melody of the call or Caller.
- 🎶 In the list that opens, select the sound you like and confirm the choice with the OK button.
In recent versions of HyperOS (such as the Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro+), the interface may be slightly different: instead of a text list, the melodies are presented as pre-hearsal cards. To hear the sound before choosing, just tap it.
⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5) After upgrading to HyperOS, the Sounds and Vibrations section from the main settings menu may disappear. In this case, find it through the search bar at the top of the settings screen.
2. Install custom melody through the file system
If you don't like the built-in sounds, you can download any audio file in.mp3,.m4a or.ogg format and use it as a bell, and you don't need root rights or special applications to do that, you just need to know which folder to put the file in.
Instructions for adding a custom melody:
- Download or prepare an audio file for up to 30 seconds (the system can cut long tracks) The optimal bitrate is 128-192 kbps.
- Connect your smartphone to your PC through USB-cable or use a file manager on your phone (e.g., Google Files or Mi File Manager).
- Move the file to one of the system folders for tunes: 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/ — ring-bell; 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Notifications/ — notice-in; 📁 /storage/emulated/0/Alarms/ — alarm-box.
If there are no folders, create them manually.
Reboot your phone (optional, but sometimes helps with display problems).
Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Melody of the call
On HyperOS (such as Xiaomi 13T Pro), an additional step may be required: after copying the file, open it through any player (such as Music) so that the system indexes the audio.
Duration not more than 30 seconds | MP3/M4A/OGG Format | Bitrate 128-192 kbit/s | File renamed in Latin (without spaces) | Ringtones folder exists on the phone-->
3. Use of applications to install calls
If manually copying files seems complicated, you can use specialized applications that not only simplify the process, but also offer ready-made collections of sounds.-3 Verified utilities for Xiaomi:
| Annex | Features | Download link |
|---|---|---|
| Zedge | Large base of free calls and notifications, weekly updates, support for HyperOS. | Google Play |
| Ringtone Maker | Allows you to crop songs, adjust volume, create fade-in/out effects. | Google Play |
| MP3 Cutter and Ringtone Maker | Simple editor for creating calls from any audio files, support for MP3, WAV, AAC formats. | Google Play |
How to work with such applications:
- Install the program from Google Play.
- Select the source of the sound: download from the Internet or import from the phone’s memory.
- Cut the track if necessary (most apps limit the length of the call to 30 seconds).
- Save the file and follow the app's prompts to install it as a bell.
If no files are found, copy them back to /Ringtones/.