How to change music on a call to Xiaomi: all the ways for MIUI 14 and 15

Introduction: Why are Xiaomi’s standard tunes boring?

You’re tired of the Mi Mix or Marimba factory ringtone that’s installed on your Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5 Pro? no wonder: standard ringing tunes in MIUI They're repeated from year to year, and their sound has long been boring to millions of users. But most owners of Xiaomi smartphones do not even suspect that you can change music on a call in literally three clicks - and not only on the built-in options, but on any other. MP3-file.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the ringtone on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices running MIUI 14/15 (including global and Chinese versions of firmware).

• 🔄 Change the melody through standard settings without third-party apps
• 🎵 Set your own music (MP3, M4A) ringtone
• 📱 Assign individual tunes for different contacts
• 🔧 Solve problems if the new ringtone is not saved or reproduced

We’ll also reveal the hidden MIUI feature, which allows you to assign different tunes for the first and second call – this option is hidden deep in the settings, but it works on most models, including the Xiaomi 13T and Redmi K60.

Method 1: Change the ringtone through standard MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. It is suitable for all models, including the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, Redmi A2 and POCO F5, and does not require root rights or install additional programs.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration (some firmware may call it Sound).
3. Slip on the item "Melody of the call" (or "Rington" in English versions).
4. In the list that opens, select one of the suggested tunes. MIUI 15 are divided into categories: 🎶 MIUI — branded ringtones (including classic Mi Mix and Mi Drop) 🔊 Standard – Universal Android Melodies 📱 Downloaded – your user files (if already added)

OK.

Save.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Civi 3) after upgrading to MIUI 15 list of embedded tunes can be reset. If your favorite ringtone is gone, try resetting the sound settings to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Resetting settings.

Method 2: Set your music (MP3) as a ringtone

If you don't like the built-in tunes, you can assign any audio file from your phone's memory. MIUI supports.mp3,.m4a,.wav formats (but not.flac or.ogg).

1. Put your audio file in your phone’s memory (for example, in the Music or Ringtones folder). You can use Explorer(s) or connect your smartphone to your PC.
2. Open Settings → Sounds and vibration → Call melody.
3. At the top of the screen, select the Local or My Files tab (name depends on the MIUI version).
4. Click Add Rington (+ icon in upper right corner).
5. In Explorer, find your file and select it. MIUI will automatically crop the track to 30 seconds (this is a system limitation).
6. Save the changes and check the new ringtone by calling your phone from another device.

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To avoid cropping a track for up to 30 seconds, use an audio editor (such as the MP3 Cutter from Play Market) to pre-shorten the file.

Method 3: Individual Contact Melodies

You can assign a unique ringtone to each contact in the phone book, which is convenient if you want to know who's calling right away, whether it's your boss, your friend or your courier.

1. Open the Contacts app (or Phone → Contacts).
2. Find the right contact and tap it to open the card.
3. Click Edit (pencil icon in upper right corner).
4. Scroll down to the Call Melody (or Rington) item and select it.
5. In the menu that opens, select one of the standard tunes or click Add to upload your file (similar to Method 2).
6. Save the changes.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI 14 (especially Chinese) individual ringtones can be hidden to get them back:

1. Install the global version of MIUI (via Settings → About Phone → MIUI → tap 7 times on the version number to unlock additional options).
2. Or use third-party apps like Contact Ringtones from the Play Market.

Method 4: Use third-party applications (Zedge, Ringtone Maker)

If you don't like the built-in MIUI tools, you can use third-party software.

• 🎵 Zedge is a huge library of ringtones, notifications and wallpaper. There's a category of Xiaomi-specific tunes.
• ✂️ Ringtone Maker – Allows you to trim MP3-files and install them as ringtones without length restrictions.
• 🔊 Ringdroid is a simple editor for creating melodies from music tracks.

How to install ringtone through Zedge:

1. Download the app from the Play Market.
2. Run Zedge and find your favorite tune (can be filtered by Ringtones category).
3. Slip along the track and select Set as ringtone.
4. Confirm the selection in the pop-up window.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. Zedge) may request access to notifications and contacts. waive unnecessary permissions to avoid putting personal data at risk.

Problem Solving: The ringtone doesn’t change or play

Sometimes, after the ringtone changes, nothing happens - the phone continues to play the old ringtone or even goes silent.

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the sound settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Reset Settings.
3. Select Reset sound settings and confirm the action.

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If the problem persists after all the manipulations, check if there is an application on the phone to block calls (for example, Truecaller), such programs can intercept the control of ringtones.

Hidden features: different tunes for the first and second call

Few people know, but MIUI has a hidden option that allows you to assign different ringtones for the first and second call, which is useful if you miss calls often and want to make the melody louder or different from the standard when you re-type.

1. Open the Settings. → Sounds and vibrations.
2. Slap the ringtone.
3. In the upper right corner, click on three dots and select Additional Settings (or Advanced in English).
4. Activate the switch Different tunes to call again.
5. You can now choose the individual ringtones for: 🔊 First call. 🔔 Repeated call (usually 30 seconds later)

⚠️ Note: This feature is not available on all firmware, unless it is in your version. MIUI, Try upgrading your phone to the latest stable version or install global firmware instead of Chinese firmware.

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