How to add your tune to a call in a Xiaomi smartphone: 5 proven ways

Standard ringtones on Xiaomi quickly become boring, and finding the option to change the tune in the settings is not always easy - especially if you recently switched from an iPhone or Samsung. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to set your tune to a call, including adding a new version of the phone. MP3-Files, third-party apps, and even unique ringtones from music tracks.Cover models from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra based MIUI 12–14 (including hyper-envelope).

Importantly, the process is different from the older versions of MIUI (up to 11th), which required manual copying of files to system folders. Now most of the actions are done through the GUI, but there are nuances with file formats and access rights. If you encounter an error called "It is impossible to install a tune," at the end of the article you will find a solution.

1. Standard method: selection from built-in tunes

The fastest method is to use pre-installed ringtones, which are MIUI optimized and don't require any further manipulation.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Slap on the call melody item.
4. Select one of the categories: Standard, MIUI or Downloaded (if previously added files).
5. Listen to the melody and press OK to confirm.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5) Integrated ringtones may not be present in the section MIUI — It's not a bug, it's a firmware feature. №2.

Among the standard tunes are unique to Xiaomi:

• 🎵 Mi Mix is a minimalist electronic signal popular with Redmi users. K50.
• 🎵 MIUI Classic is a branded ringtone that hasn’t changed since 2016.
• 🎵 Bamboo – soft natural sound, suitable for business communication.

2. Add your own tune from MP3 or M4A files

If you want to use your own audio file (such as a song segment or recorded voice), follow the following steps. MIUI supports.mp3,.m4a,.ogg and.wav formats, but there are limitations:

• 🔊 Maximum duration: 30 seconds (the system will automatically trim the file).
• 📁 File size - no more than 5 MB.
• 🎛 Bitrate – 128-192 kbps recommended for clear sound.

Instructions for addition:

1. Place the audio file in the phone’s memory (internal or on the phone) SD-It is better to create a folder Ringtones in the root directory for convenience.
2. Open Settings → Sound and vibration → Call melody.
3. Select the Local or Other tab (name depends on the MIUI version).
4. Click Add Rington and specify the path to your file.
5. Cut the track (if necessary) and save it as a new tune.

🔹 Tip: If the file doesn't appear in the list, check its format. 13T Pro may not see.flac or.aac files. Use a converter (e.g. AudioConverter from Google Play) to convert.

Check the format (MP3/M4A)

Cut the track to 30 seconds

Make sure the file weighs ≤5MB

Place the file in the Ringtones or Download folder

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3.Use of the Music app to create a ringtone

MIUI has a built-in tool for cutting tracks right in the Music app, which is handy if you want to make a ringtone out of a song without connecting your phone to your computer.

1. Open the Music app (note icon).
2. Choose the track you want to make a ringtone from.
3. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Set as.
4. Press the ringing melody.
5. Move the sliders to select a segment (maximum 30 seconds), and save.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI 13 for POCO X4 Pro) Install as may be absent. In this case, use the method №4 with Zedge app.

Advantages of the method:

• 🎧 No need to download third-party programs.
• 🎚 You can set the beginning and end of the line.
• 📲 The ringtone is saved in the system partition and does not disappear after resetting the settings.

4. Install ringtones through third-party applications (Zedge, Ringtone Maker)

If you don't like the built-in MIUI tools, use specialized applications.

Instructions for Zedge:

1. Install the application and open it.
2. In the search bar, type in the name of the tune or select a category (e.g. Game Ringtones for sounds from games).
3. Slip on your favorite ringtone and press Set as ringtone.
4. Confirm your choice in the MIUI system window.

Important: Apps like Zedge require permission to access storage, and if the ringtone is not used after installation, reboot your phone, it will reset the media scanner cache.

5. Manual copying of files to the system folder (for power users)

This method is suitable if you want to add a ringtone permanently (for example, for backup) or if other methods do not work.

Steps:

1. Connect your phone to your PC or use the file manager on your device.
2. Go on the path: /storage/emulated/0/ Create folders (if none): /Ringtones/ for ringtones, /Notifications/ for notification sounds, /Alarms/ for alarm clocks.
3. Place the audio files in the appropriate folders. File names should be in Latin (for example, in the file file, my_ringtone.mp3).
4. Restart your phone so that the system scans new files.
5. Now ringtones will be available in Settings → Sound → Local.

⚠️ Note: Do not move files to folders /system/media/audio/ — it could cause a failure. MIUI! Use only the above directories.

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If files are not displayed after copying, clear the Media app cache in the phone settings (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Media → Storage → Clear the cache).

6. Problem Solving: Why is the melody not set?

If you followed the instructions but the ringtone does not apply, check the following points:

🔹 On some models (for example, Xiaomi) 12S Ultra after updating to MIUI 14 may be missing the Local section in the audio settings:

1. Install any ringtone through Zedge.
2. Open the settings → Sound → The ringing melody.
3. Slip on the ringtone just installed and select Remove.
4. The Locals section should reappear.

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If none of the methods work, check if the system sound is turned off in Do Not Disturb mode (Settings). → Also make sure that the file is not copyrighted (DRM).

FAQ: Frequent questions about ringtones on Xiaomi