How to change the ringtone on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: from standard settings to hidden MIUI chips

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is one of the most popular mid-range smartphones, but even its owners sometimes face some subtle nuances when setting up. Changing the ringtone of a call seems like a simple task until you find that standard system ringtone is tired and adding your own files does not work like on other Android devices. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways, from basic to advanced, including bypassing the limitations of MIUI and working with audio file formats.

The Redmi Note 10 Pro (sweet/sweetin) is powered by MIUI, which imposes rules on how to handle audio files. For example, not every.mp3 or.m4a will show up correctly in the list of available tunes, even if you put it in the Ringtones folder.

It's important to understand that the procedure differs depending on the version of MIUI (12.5, 13 or 14) and regional firmware (global, Chinese, EEA). We tested all methods on current versions and specified nuances for each. If you use custom firmware like Pixel Experience or LineageOS, some of the instructions may not work - for these cases there is a separate section.

Method 1: Standard change via MIUI settings

So let's start with the most obvious thing, the built-in functionality. MIUI There are two ways to access the call settings: through the “Sounds” menu and through the profile. SIM-The first method is universal, the second is useful if you want to assign different tunes to each one. SIM (Dual-SIM models of the Redmi Note 10 Pro).

To change the call in the standard way:

1. Open Settings → Sounds and vibration → Call melody.
2. At the top of the screen, select SIM-card (if two of them).
3. Scroll down the list and system ringtones and user files will be displayed here (if they were added correctly).
4. Click on the desired tune for pre-listening, then select OK.

If your file isn’t on the list, even after you put it in the Ringtones folder, the problem may be:

• 🔊 File format — MIUI supportive.mp3,.m4a,.ogg, but not all codecs. For example,.flac or.wav may not show up.
• 📁 File Location – The folder should be at the root of the internal memory, not at the root of the file. SD-map.
• 📱 Access rights – after moving the file, it may be necessary to restart the device.

⚠️ Note: In some versions MIUI (For example, 12.5.4), user tunes are reset after the update. To avoid this, back up the Ringtones folder before the update.

Method 2: Add custom tunes through file manager

If the system ringtones don't work for you, and the standard method didn't work, try adding files manually.

1. Connect the Redmi Note 10 Pro to your PC or use a file manager on your phone (such as Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer).
2. Create folders at the root of the internal memory: Ringtones for ringtones; Notifications for notifications; Alarms for alarm clocks.

Ringtones

.mp3

Reset the device.

After the reboot, new tunes should appear on the list of available ones.

• 🔄 Check that files are not hidden (there is no point in the name before the extension, for example,.ringtone.mp3).
• 📌 Make sure that the length of the track does not exceed 30 seconds (MIUI Ignoring too long files).
• 🛠️ Try renaming the file to Latin (the Cyrillic in the name sometimes causes crashes).

The file format is mp3 or m4a|

Bitrate - 128-320 kbit/s|

Duration - up to 30 seconds |

File name - without Cyrillic and special characters |

Folder - Ringtones at the root of memory-->

MIUI 13+ can cache lists of tunes, so after adding new files, you sometimes need to clear the cache of the Settings app (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Settings → Storage → Clear the cache).

Method 3: Using Third-Party Applications

If the built-in techniques don't work or you need advanced functionality (like dynamic tunes or assigning unique ringtones to contacts), look for third-party apps.The best options for the Redmi Note 10 Pro are:

To assign a tune through Zedge:

1. Install the application and open it.
2. In the Ringtones section, select your favorite track and click Set as ringtone.
3. Confirm the choice in the system dialog (a request to change the sound settings should appear).

If after installation the application does not appear in the list of available calls to change, check:

• 🔒 Permits: Settings → Annexes → Zedge → Permissions (must be enabled "Storage" and "Change system settings").
• 📱 Battery Optimization: Add Zedge to Exceptions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery).

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Ringtone Maker) may conflict with energy-saving modes MIUI. If after the appointment of the melody it is reset, turn off the "Ultra-Economies" mode in the battery settings.

Method 4: Assigning unique tunes to contacts

MIUI allows you to assign individual ringtones to individual contacts, which is convenient if you want to know who's calling without looking at the screen.

1. Open the Contacts app and select the contact you want.
2. Click Edit (pencil icon).
3. Scroll down to the Melody of the Call block and select Add.
4. In the list that appears, select a system melody or a custom file from the Ringtones folder.

If the call melody option is not in the contact card:

• 🔄 Update the Contacts app via Google Play.
• 📌 Check that the contact is saved in your Google or Mi Account, not on your account. SIM-map.
• 🛠️ Reset the Contacts app settings (Settings) → Annexes → Contacts → Warehouse → Drop it).

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To quickly find contact with a unique melody, use the search in the Contacts app with a ringtone filter. To do this, type in the ringtone: (without space) search bar - the system will show all contacts with custom calls.

Method 5: Advanced Methods (for Power Users)

If the standard methods don't work and third-party applications don't work, then alternative methods can be used, which require more action, but give you full control over the audio files.

Method 1: Changes to ADB

With Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can manually write the path to the melody in the system settings.

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times on the line with the version, then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put system ringtone /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/your_ringtone.mp3 (substitute your_ringtone.mp3 in the name of your file).
3. Reset the device.

Method 2: Editing system files (requires root)

If you have root access, you can replace the system ringtones with your own files.

1. With Root Explorer or Solid Explorer, go to /system/media/audio/ringtones/.
2. Copy your file into this folder (make sure access rights are 644 or rw-r).--r--).
3. Reset the device.

⚠️ Warning: Changing system files without root can cause a crash MIUI. If the phone stopped booting after editing, try resetting via Recovery Mode (press Power). + Volume Up when switched on).

Problem Solving: Why is the phone not changing?

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

If the problem persists, try:

• 🔄 Reset the sound settings to factory (Settings) → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the sound settings).
• 📱 Update MIUI Up to the latest version (sometimes bugs are fixed in new builds).
• 🛠️ Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher) that can offer its own audio settings.

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If you use custom firmware (not MIUI), you may need an app like Google Play's Ringtone Picker to change the call. Standard MIUI methods on such firmware often don't work.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the call on the Redmi Note 10 Pro