How to put a video on a call to Xiaomi: 3 working ways

You want your Xiaomi video to be displayed on your incoming call instead of the standard animation? It's possible -- and you don't have to install third-party launchers or firmware. Modern Redmi, POCO and Mi smartphones support video tunes, but the feature is hidden in the depths of settings or requires little manipulation. In this article, we'll look at all the current ways, including bypassing the limitations of MIUI, choosing the optimal video format and solving typical problems.

It is important to understand that video on a call is not just a replacement of the ringtone, but a full replacement of the incoming call interface. On some Xiaomi models (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or Xiaomi 13T), the function works out of the box, and on budget devices (POCO M5, Redmi 10A) you may need to install additional software. We tested all methods on current versions of MIUI 14/15 and Android 13/14 – we guarantee the performance.

Method: Standard MIUI settings (without root)

Starting with MIUI 12.5, the firmware has built-in support for video tunes, but it is not available on all models.

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Select the contact you want to set the video for.
3. Click Edit → The ringing melody.
4. If there is a video item in the list, you are lucky: the smartphone supports the function directly.

If there is no video, try an alternative path:

1. Go to Settings → Sounds and vibration → Call melody.
2. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Local Melodies.
3. If the system offers to select a video file, the function is active.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI for POCO (for example, POCO X5 Pro) video melodies can only work for contacts stored in the phone's memory, not on the phone. SIM-map.

Supported video formats:

• 🎥 MP4 (recommended, codec H.264)
• 🎥 MKV (video-coded H.264)
• 🎥 MOV (It may not be reproduced on budget models)

Optimal video parameters:

• 📏 Permission: 720p (1280×720) or 1080p (1920×1080). Video with resolution above 1080p will be automatically scaled, which can cause lags when playing.
• ⏱ Duration: up to 30 seconds (cycled).
• 🔊 Audio: Must be present (otherwise the video will not appear in the list of tunes).

2. Method: Video Ringtone Maker (for all models)

If you don't have a built-in feature, use the third-party Video Ringtone Maker app (available on Google Play), which converts the video to a special format compatible with MIUI, and sets it as a ringtone.

1. Download and install Video Ringtone Maker.
2. Open the application and give access to the files.
3. Select a video from the gallery (or record a new one directly in the app).
4. Cut the snippet up to 30 seconds long (use sliders at the bottom of the screen).
5. Click Save and select Set as the ringtone.

The app automatically converts the video to a format readable by MIUI and adds it to the list of standard tunes. After that, you can assign it to any contact through the Contacts menu → Edit → Call melody.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Redmi) 9A, POCO M3) When you install a video melody through a third-party app, the sound may disappear when you call in. Solution: restart the phone or set the melody again.

Video clipped to 30 seconds

File format: MP4 (H.264)

Resolution does not exceed 1080p

There's a soundtrack in the video.

The file is saved in the Download or Ringtones folder.-->

Method 3: Use of Live Wallpaper (alternative)

If the first two methods didn’t work, you can do a trick: set the video as a live wallpaper that will play back during the call, which works on all Xiaomi models, but has a limitation: the video will play in the background, on top of it will display a standard incoming call interface.

Instructions:

1. Download the Video Live Wallpaper app.
2. Select the video from the gallery and adjust the playback options (cyclic, speed).
3. Put the wallpaper on the main screen.
4. Turn on the option to play on the lock screen.

Now, when you call in, you play video under the call interface, and the downside is that the video sound will mix with the ringtone, which can create a cacophony, and the solution is to turn off the sound in the video itself before you install it.

4. Optimization of video for calling: technical nuances

To ensure that the video is played smoothly and does not "brake" when an incoming call is made, consider the following parameters:

• 🖥 Permission: Optimal — 720p. Video in the video 4K It will cause a lot of stress on the processor, which will cause delays.
• 🎞 Bitrate: No more than 5 Mbps. High bitrate causes lags.
• 🔄 Cyclicality: The video should be smoothly closed (the first and last frame coincide), otherwise a "jump" will be noticeable when repeated.
• 🎵 Sound: Make sure the audio track doesn't conflict with the ringtone. It's better to use the video without sound or with quiet background music.

For cutting and optimizing video, we recommend using:

• 📱 CapCut (free, available on Android).
• 💻 HandBrake (for PC, allows you to fine-tune bitrates).
• 🌐 Online Converter (if you need to change format quickly).

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If the video slows down when calling, try converting it to MP4 with H.264 codec and a bitrate of 2-3 Mbit / s. For this, the Video Converter application from Google Play is suitable.

5. Solving video call problems

If the video is not played or errors occur, check the following points:

Problem 1: Videos don’t appear in the list of tunes

Causes and solutions:

• 📁 Wrong folder: Move the video to the Ringtones or Notifications folder on the internal drive.
• 🔍 Unsupported format: Convert video to MP4 (H.264) assisted VLC or MX Player.
• 🔒 Limitations MIUI: On some devices (Redmi) 8A, POCO M2) The function is disabled at the firmware level. MIUI last-minute.

Problem 2: Videos are played without sound

Possible causes:

• 🔇 Videos were originally without audio tracks. Check the file on a PC.
• 📵 System-based sound conflict. Turn off the ringtone in the settings (Settings) → Sounds. → The ringing melody → No sound).
• 🛠 A damaged file. Try saving the video through another application.

Problem 3: Videos are lagging or slowing down

What to do:

• ⚡ Close the background applications before testing.
• 📉 Reduce video resolution to 480p.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone – sometimes helps to reset the media player cache.

6. Alternative applications for video calls

If standard methods didn't work, try specialized applications. We tested 5 popular solutions, the best of which are:

For installation:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Give access to contacts and files.
3. Follow the instructions of the setup wizard.

⚠️ Note: Applications like Video Caller ID If after installation, call notifications stop coming, turn off battery optimization for the application in settings (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Optimizing the battery).

7. Call video for specific Xiaomi models

The functionality of video melodies depends on the model and version of MIUI. We collected data on popular devices:

• 📱 Xiaomi 13/14 Series: Support "out of the box" (MIUI 14+). Video is displayed on the full screen.
• 📱 Redmi Note 12 Pro+: Works through contact settings, but only for video in format MP4.
• 📱 POCO F5/X5 Pro: Video Ringtone Maker installation (no built-in feature).
• 📱 Redmi 10/9 Videos are only played via Live Wallpaper (with restrictions).
• 📱 POCO M5/M4: The function is disabled at the firmware level. MIUI last-minute.

For MIUI devices for POCO (e.g., POCO X3 Pro), additional configuration may be required:

Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to turn on Developer Mode)


Settings → Additional → For developers → Disable “Restriction of background processes”

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On devices with a Snapdragon processor (such as POCO F4 or Xiaomi 12T), video on a call is more stable than on models with MediaTek (Redmi Note 11, POCO M5).

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