How to cut ringtones on Xiaomi: all the ways for MIUI 12-14

Have you downloaded a favorite tune, but it's too long to ring? Or do you want to cut the most memorable snippet of the song for an alarm clock? On Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi and POCO), you can cut the ringtone in several ways, from built-in MIUI tools to specialized applications. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods with the features of the latest firmware versions (MIUI 12-14).

It’s important to understand that not all versions of MIUI support built-in audio cropping. For example, the Xiaomi 11T Pro or Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 14 may not have a feature in the standard music player, but it’s easy to replace it with third-party solutions. We’ve tested all methods on devices from Xiaomi Mi 10 to POCO F5 – each method works stably if you follow the instructions.

If you're looking for a way to cut the ringtone without a computer, or if you want to keep the original sound quality, you'll find the best solution here, and for those who prefer automation, we'll talk about the hidden MIUI feature that allows you to crop audio directly when you select a melody for contact (it doesn't work on all models).

1. Built-in editor in the Music appendix (MIUI 12–14)

The easiest way to do this is to use the standard Music app (a white background note icon) preinstalled on all Xiaomi smartphones and supports basic track trimming, but there's a caveat: not all regional firmware versions have the feature.

To cut the ringtone through "Music":

1. Open the Music app and find the track you want to cut.
2. Slip along the track and select ⋮ → Edit (or Cut in some versions).
3. Move the sliders on the timeline to select the beginning and end of the fragment.
4. Click Save as a ringtone – the file will automatically appear in the call tone list.

⚠️ Attention: B MIUI 14 for global version (Global) ROM) The pruning function may not be available, in which case use alternative methods from the following sections.

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If there is no edit button in the Music app, update it via Google Play or use the method №3 (Online services).

2. Trimming through "Sound settings" (hidden function)

Few people know, but MIUI has a hidden way to cut the ringtone right when it's assigned, a technique that works on devices with MIUI 13 and later, but requires file pre-preparation.

Instructions:

1. Place an audio file (such as song.mp3) in the Ringtones folder on the internal drive (create it if not).
2. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Call melody.
3. Select your file – if it is longer than 30 seconds, the option to Cut will appear.
4. Please indicate the beginning and end of the fragment, save it.

⚠️ Note: The function only works for files in format.mp3 or.m4a. If your track is.wav or.flac, pre-convert it through an online service.

Place the file in the folder /Ringtones|Rename the file in Latin (no spaces)|Check the format (.mp3 or.m4a)|Reboot the phone (if the file is not displayed)

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3. Ringtone trimming applications (TOP-3)

If Xiaomi's built-in tools don't fit, install one of the specialized apps, and we tested dozens of programs and selected the three most reliable ones:

• 🎵 Ringtone Maker – simple interface, format support.mp3,.wav,.ogg. There's a function. fade-in/fade-out smoothly.
• ✂️ MP3 Cutter and Ringtone Maker – allows you to crop tracks to millisecond accuracy, there is a built-in equalizer.
• 🔊 Zedge is not just an editor, but also a library of ready-made ringtones. It supports trimming and volume normalization.

How to cut ringtone through Ringtone Maker:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Select a track from the device memory.
3. Move the sliders on the timeline (you can listen to the fragment before trimming).
4. Press Save and select Set as ringtone.

💡 Council: B MP3 Cutter can export the cropped fragment directly to the Ringtones folder so that it immediately appears in the sound settings.

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4. Online services for pruning (without installing programs)

If you don't want to download any more apps, use online tools that work right in your browser and support all the popular formats, and the main advantage is that you don't take up space on your phone, and the disadvantage is that you need an Internet connection.

Best services:

• 🌐 MP3Cut — Russian-language interface, pruning with an accuracy of 0.1 seconds, support.mp3,.wav,.aac.
• 🎧 Audio Trimmer – a visual editor with a waveform, you can apply effects (for example, remove noise).
• 📱 Ringtone Cutter – Optimized for mobile, has a preview.

Instructions for MP3Cut:

1. Open your website in Chrome or Mi Browser.
2. Click Open File and download the track from your phone.
3. Move the sliders to select the fragment (you can enter the time manually).
4. Click Cut, then Download.
5. Save the file to the Ringtones folder.

⚠️ Warning: When uploading files to online services, avoid sensitive audio recordings. Some sites temporarily store files on their servers.

Pruning via PC (for maximum quality)

If you need to keep the original sound quality (for example, for Hi-Res Audio on Xiaomi 13 Ultra), it is better to cut the ringtone on your computer.

Step-by-step instructions for Audacity:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and copy the audio file.
2. Open the file in Audacity (File → Open).
3. Select the fragment with the mouse or manually specify the time in the toolbar.
4. Click File → Export → Export as MP3.
5. Choose a bitrate below 192 kbps for good quality.
6. Move the cropped file back to the /Ringtones folder on your phone.

📌 Key point: When exporting to Audacity, select the format MP3 (LAME) — It is compatible with all versions. MIUI. wav format may not appear in ringtone settings.

6. cropping through file manager (for power users)

This method is suitable for those who are familiar with the Android file system, and we will use the built-in Explorer (or Mi File Manager) and standard MIUI tools.

Instructions:

1. Open the Explorer and find the audio file.
2. Hold your finger on the file → Open with the help → Music.
3. In the player, press. ⋮ → Track information → Edit.
4. Select the option to Trim (if any) or use Set as a ringtone followed by trimming.

⚠️ Note: Not all versions of Mi File Manager support direct audio editing. If you don't have an option, update the app or use Solid Explorer (edit plugins sold separately).

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7. Challenges and solutions

When trimming ringtones on Xiaomi, there can be errors, and we have collected the most common ways to eliminate them:

• 🚫 The file does not appear in ringtone settings Solution: Rename the file in Latin (e.g, my_ringtone.mp3), check the format (.mp3/.m4a) and reboot the phone.
• 🔇 Cutting ringtones play with distortions Solution: Reduce bitrate when exporting (optimally – 128-192 kbps) or convert the file to.m4a (AAC).
• ⏱️ You can’t cut a file longer than 5 minutes Solution: Divide the track into parts in Audacity or use the online service MP3Cut.
• 📱 The cropping app does not see files Solution: Grant permission to access storage in Settings → Annexes → Permits.

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📌 Version MIUI (In Settings → On the old firmware (MIUI 11 and below) the integrated trimming may not be available.
• 📌 Root rights: Some applications (such as Ringtone Maker Pro) require extended permissions.
• 📌 The destination folder, the ringtones should be in the /Ringtones, alarm clocks /Alarms, notices /Notifications.

FAQ: Frequent questions