Cutting audio files on Xiaomi smartphones is a challenge that both amateur musicians and those who want to create a unique call or cut the best moment from a podcast. Unlike the iPhone, which often requires third-party apps, Android devices (including the Redmi, POCO and Mi lines) offer several built-in and external solutions, but they are not all equally convenient: some applications spoil the sound quality, others limit the format of the output file, and others do not support batch processing at all.
In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to crop music on Xiaomi – from standard tools MIUI Up to the professional editors available on Google Play.You will learn how to keep the original quality of the track, which formats are supported by default (.mp3,.m4a,.wav), and how to avoid common errors, such as losing metadata (cover, track title) after cropping through online services.+), where audio processing algorithms differ from older versions MIUI.
1. Standard Music Appendix (MIUI/HyperOS)
The most obvious, but often underrated, way to do this is to use Xiaomi's built-in player, which is hidden in the track editing menu, and it depends on the firmware version, for example, MIUI 14 and later (HyperOS) have a simplified interface, but added support for.flac and.aac formats.
To cut the track:
- Open the Music app** (note icon on white background).
- Select a track from the library and click on three dots. ⋮ near-name.
- Slip "Edit" → "Tear it off."
- Move the sliders on the timeline to set the beginning and end of the fragment. Note: the step of movement is 1 second.
- Click Save and select the folder (MIUI/Music/Trimmed by default).
⚠️ Attention: The built-in editor does not save metadata (album cover, artist name). If critical, use third-party apps from the following sections. HyperOS also does not have the volume normalization function after trimming - if a sharp break of the track, clicks may appear.
2.Recorder app (for voice recordings and music)
If you need to crop not only music tracks, but also voice memos or microphone recordings, use the standard Recorder** (Sound Recorder).This application is installed by default on all Xiaomi smartphones and supports cropping with an accuracy of 0.1 seconds - useful for editing podcasts or interviews.
Algorithm of action:
- 📱 Open Recorder** and import audio files via the button + → «Import».
🔹 Pros of the method:
- 🎚️ Accuracy of pruning to tenths of a second.
- 🔄 Support for batch processing (you can crop several files in a row).
- 📂 Automatic save to folder Recordings/Trimmed.
⚠️ Note: When importing.wav or.flac files, the Recorder automatically converts them to.wav or.flac files.m4a 128 kbps bitrate: If you need to maintain the original quality, use Lexis Audio Editor (Section 4).
3. Online services for pruning (without installing applications)
If you don’t want to download additional programs, use online editors, which are convenient for a one-time task, but have limitations: most services do not support files larger than 50 MB, and some (for example, AudioTrimmer) add watermarks at the output.
Top.-3 service-tested:
| Service | Max. File size. | Supported formats | Save metadata? |
|---|---|---|---|
| MP3Cut | 100MB | MP3, WAV, M4A, OGG | ❌ No. |
| Audio-Tool | 50MB | MP3, WAV, FLAC | ✅ Partially (only title) |
| Kapwing | 250 MB (with registration) | MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC | ❌ No. |
🔹 How to Cut Music Through MP3Cut:
- Go to the site and click “Open File”** (or drag the track to the browser window).
- On the timeline, select the fragment with a mouse or enter time stamps manually (for example, 01:30-02:45).
- Choose the export format (MP3 320 kbps for better quality).
- Click "Cut" and download the file.
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Before uploading a file to an online service, check it for viruses – some sites can modify the audio by adding hidden ads to the beginning of the track.
4. Professional apps from Google Play
For advanced users who need additional features (overlay, mixing, batch processing), specialized editors will be suitable. We tested 10 applications and selected the best 3 for Xiaomi:
📌 Lexis Audio Editor (🌟 Recommended for.flac and.wav):
- 🎛️ Support 24-bit/96kHz Audio (important for musicians).
- 🔧 Built-in equalizer and volume normalization.
- 📁 Exports to MP3 (320 kbps), FLAC, WAV.
📌 WaveEditor (best for podcasts):
- 🔄 Support for cloud services (Google Drive, Dropbox).
📌 Timbre (a simple interface for beginners):
- ✂️ Cutting, gluing and converting formats.
- 🎵 Real-time pre-listening.
- 📱 Optimized for MIUI/HyperOS (No permission bugs).
🔹 Comparison of applications:
Lexis Audio Editor| For work with lossless formats (.flac,.wav)
WaveEditor| To clean up voice recordings from noise
Timbre| For quick pruning and conversion to MP3
MP3Cut (online)| For a single task without installing programs-->
How to avoid loss of quality when pruning?
5. File Manager cropping (for power users)
If you prefer to work with files directly, you can cut audio through a file manager (such as Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer) using scripts, which requires root rights or ADB, but gives you complete control over the process.
🔹 Instructions for users with root:
- Install Termux from F-Droid (not from Google Play!).
- Enter the commands: pkg install ffmpeg ffmpeg -i input.mp3 -ss 00:01:30 -to 00:02:45 -c copy output.mp3 where -ss is the beginning of the fragment, -to is the end.
- The finished file will appear in the /sdcard folder.
⚠️ Note: When using ffmpeg without parameter -c The copy file will be recoded, which can degrade the quality. DRM-protection (for example, tracks from Apple Music or Spotify).
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For pruning without loss of quality always use the parameter `-c copy` It's ffmpeg. It's copying threads without transcoding.
Comparison of methods: which one to choose?
The choice of method depends on your goals:
- 🎵 To create a ringtone: the standard application "Music" or Timbre.
- 🎤 For editing the podcast: WaveEditor or Recorder».
- 💿 For Lossless Audio: Lexis Audio Editor.
- ⚡ For a one-time task: online services (MP3Cut).
- 🛠️ Automation: ffmpeg via Termux.
🔹 Recommendations on formats:
- 📱 For calls and notifications:.m4a (compact, good quality).
- 🎧 For listening in headphones:.flac or.mp3 320 kbps.
- 🎙️ For voice recordings:.wav (if post-processing is required).
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced users have problems with audio cropping, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions:
- File is not saved: 🔹 Reason: Not enough space on the device or no permission to write to the folder. 🔹 Solution: Clear the cache in Settings → Storage or save the file to SD-map.
- The cropped track plays with distortion: 🔹 Reason: Too low bitrate when exporting or damage to the original file. 🔹 Solution: In the export settings, select 320 kbit/s or use -c copy in ffmpeg.
- No waveform visible in the editor: 🔹 Reason: Unsupported format (e.g..aac in older versions of Music»). 🔹 Solution: Convert the file to.mp3 via Timbre before pruning.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi smartphones with HyperOS, when trimmed through standard applications, battery optimization can work, interrupting the process. Before starting, add the editor app to exceptions: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → [Choose an editor] → Not optimize.