Why Xiaomi’s standard charging sound annoys users – and how to replace it
The audio alert for charging on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO is one of the most talked-about MIUI features. For some, it’s a handy feature that reminds you of the start of charging, for others – an annoying repeating signal, especially at night. The problem is compounded by the fact that the manufacturer has not added a simple switch to turn off or replace the sound.
In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to change the charging sound on Xiaomi smartphones (relevant to MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS).
- 🎵 Replace the melody with standard themes MIUI (rootless)
- 🔧 Use it. ADB-deep-customization
- 📱 Turn off the sound completely or make it vibrate
- 🛠️ Restore the original sound if something goes wrong
Importantly, the methods vary in complexity and risk, and let's start with the simplest and safest, and then we'll end with advanced options for power users.
Method 1: Replace sound through MIUI themes (without root and ADB)
The most affordable method is to use themes from the official Theme Store, and many themes change not only wallpaper and icons, but also system sounds, including charging notifications.
- Open the Themes app (usually preinstalled on all Xiaomis).
- In the search bar, type in queries such as “charge sounds”, “custom charging sound” or “silent theme”.
- Choose your favorite theme and click Apply. System sounds will change automatically.
🔹 Pros of the method: does not require technical skills, reversible (you can return the original), works on all models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11 and others.).
🔸 Cons: the choice of sounds is limited to available themes, some themes are paid, the sound may reset after the update MIUI.
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Before using the theme, back up your current sounds: go to Settings → About Phone → Backup and save configuration.
| Title of the topic | Type of charging sound | Compatibility | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Night | Turns off the sound (silence) | MIUI 12–14, HyperOS | Free of charge. |
| Retro Charging | Sounds like an old Nokia | MIUI 13+ | 199 ₽ |
| Nature Sounds | Melody with bird singing | All models. | Free of charge. |
| Minimalist Dark | Short signal (1 second) | MIUI 14/HyperOS | 99 ₽ |
⚠️ Warning: Some themes can change not only the charging sound, but also other system notifications (SMS, Before using, check user reviews in the description of the topic.
Method 2: Manually modify audio files (file manager required)
If you don’t like the themes from the store, you can manually replace the system sound file. This will require a file manager with access to root folders (for example, MiXplorer or Solid Explorer with root mode enabled).
📌 Step-by-step instruction:
- Download your favorite tune in.ogg format (maximum 5 seconds). You can convert MP3 through online services.
- Rename the file to Charging_started.ogg (This is what the standard sound of charging is called. MIUI).
- Using the file manager, go to /system/media/audio/ui/
- Create a backup of the original file (move it to another folder).
- Put your file in. Charging_started.ogg ui.
- Reboot the phone.
⚠️ Critical: If you accidentally delete other system sounds from the ui folder, it can cause notifications to crash.Do not change files with the.flac extension - they are responsible for the alarm clock.
Download the melody in.ogg format|Rename the file to Charging_started.ogg|Backup the original sound|Use a file manager with root access|Restart the phone after replacement-->
Method 3: Turning off the charging sound through the developer settings
If you are satisfied with complete silence when connecting charging, you can turn off the sound through hidden settings Xiaomi. This method does not require root rights, but does not work on all models (tested on Redmi Note 11 Pro+, POCO F4, Mi 13 Lite).
🔧 Instructions:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
- Return to the main settings menu and open Additional settings → Developer settings.
- Find Charging Sounds (or Charging Sounds) and turn it off.
- If there is no such item, try to find Disable System Sounds.
📌 Alternative: Some firmwares have the charging sound tied to the overall notification sound. Try setting No Sound in the sound profile settings (Settings) → Sound. → Sound profile).
⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14, Redmi) K70) The charge sounds may not be available, in which case use the theme method or ADB.
Method 4: Using ADB for deep customization (without root)
For advanced users willing to work with the command line, there is a way to change the charging sound through Android Debug Bridge (ADB).
🛠️ What's the matter:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux
- 📋 Installed drivers ADB (Download from the Xiaomi website or through SDK Platform Tools)
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)
- 🎵 Audio file in.ogg format (maximum 5 seconds)
📝 Step-by-step teams:
- Connect your phone to your PC and allow debugging over USB (Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging over USB).
- Open the command prompt (or Terminal) and type: Adb devices Make sure your device appears in the list.
- Download the original sound file for backup: adb pull /system/media/audio/ui/Charging_started.ogg
- Replace the file with your melody (pre-rename it to Charging_started.ogg): adb push your file.ogg /sdcard/ adb shell su -c "mount -o rw,remount /system" adb shell su -c "cp /sdcard/your file.ogg /system/media/audio/ui/Charging_started.ogg" adb shell su -c "chmod 644 /system/media/audio/ui/Charging_started.ogg"
- Reboot the device: adb reboot
What if the ADB can’t see the device?
⚠️ Note: Su commands require a temporary upgrade, which may not work on all firmware. If the phone freezes after the reboot, reset via Fastboot (fastboot erase userdata).
Method 5: Completely shutting down the sound through the automatic rule (Tasker)
If you need to change the sound, and make it context-sensitive (for example, turn it off at night or when connecting to wireless charging), use the application Tasker. It is a powerful automation tool that works even without root.
🤖 How to set up:
- Install Tasker from Google Play and provide all the necessary permissions.
- Create a new profile (+ → State → Nutrition → Charging).
- As an action, select Audio → Quiet Mode or Audio → Media Level (set at 0%).
- Add Profile Output: When charging is turned off, the sound returns to normal levels.
💡 Examples of useful rules:
- 🌙 Turn off the sound of charging from 23:00 to 7:00
- 🔌 Make vibration instead of sound when connected to wireless charging
- 🎧 Turn on your tune if the phone is connected to headphones
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Tasker allows you to create flexible rules for charging sound without tampering with system files.This is the safest way for beginners, but takes time to set up.
What to do if the sound of charging is completely lost or becomes too loud
Sometimes, after experimenting with sounds, users have problems: the sound either disappears or starts playing at maximum volume.
🔄 Recovery methods:
- 🔇 Resetting sound settings: Go to Settings → Sound. → Resetting the sound settings.
- 📱 Recovery Through Theme: Apply a Standard Theme MIUI (Topics → Mine. → Standard).
- 🖥️ ADB-Recovery: If you saved the original file, return it with the command: adb push Charging_started_original.ogg /system/media/audio/ui/Charging_started.ogg
- 🔧 Reset to factory settings: Extreme option - Settings → Additionally. → Recovery and reset (data will be deleted!).
📊 Table of malfunctions and decisions:
| Problem. | Probable cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The sound is gone. | File deleted or corrupted Charging_started.ogg | Restore a file via ADB or reset themes |
| The sound is played twice. | Conflict with an optimizer application (e.g., Security) | Disable Auto-Optimization in Battery Settings |
| The sound is too loud. | Incorrect access rights to the file | Perform chmod 644 /system/media/audio/ui/Charging_started.ogg |
| The sound changes on its own. | Automatic update of topics | Disable Auto Update in the Topics App Settings |