How to change the ringtone on the phone Xiaomi Redmi

Changing the standard tune is the first step to personalizing your Xiaomi or Redmi smartphone.The standard sounds pre-installed by the manufacturer often seem boring or too intrusive, so users are eager to replace them with their favorite tracks.The installation process can seem confusing due to the features of the MIUI shell or the new HyperOS, which are different from pure Android.

In this article, we will take a look at all the available ways to replace audio files, from simple methods through settings to advanced options using a file manager.You will learn how to assign unique music to each contact, change the sound of notifications, and solve typical problems when the system refuses to play the selected track.

You don't need root rights or complex software to get started, but the standard set of apps available in every Xiaomi smartphone is enough, and we'll look at the nuances of working with file formats and explain why some tracks may not appear in the list of available tunes.

Audio file preparation and format requirements

Before you start setting up, you need to make sure that your music file is compatible with the operating system of your smartphone. Android, which runs MIUI, supports a wide range of formats, but for stable operation of ringtones, it is better to use universal standards. The best choice is the MP3 format, which is guaranteed to be recognized by the system without the need for conversion.

The file should be stored in the device’s internal memory or on an SD card. If you download music from the Internet, it will fall by default into the Download or Download folder. For ease of navigation and to avoid confusion in the system folders, experienced users recommend creating a separate directory.

⚠️ Note: Do not use protected audio files DRM (These tracks are only played inside the player applications and cannot be installed on a call.

The length of the track also matters. Although the system allows you to put long compositions, the optimal use for incoming calls is a passage of 15 to 40 seconds, too long a file can be cropped by the system or incorrectly repeated.

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Use online services or editorial apps to cut only the brightest snippet (chorus) out of a song to create the perfect ringtone.

Installation of the melody through standard settings

The easiest and fastest way to change the sound of a call is to use the built-in settings menu, which is suitable for those who want to choose one of the preset tunes or quickly apply a track already in memory. The interface may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI, but the logic remains the same.

To start, open the Settings app and find the Sound and Vibration section. Here you will see the Call Melody (or Rington) item. When you click on it, the system will suggest a list of available options. If you want to use your file, scroll down the list and select the option Select a Melody on the device or All Melodies.

It'll open up a standard audio player that will scan the phone's memory, and select the track you want, and confirm it with the OK button or the tick, and then the incoming call will play the track you want.

It is worth noting that in new versions of the HyperOS shell, the path can be slightly changed, sometimes the audio settings are placed in a separate Sound Effects menu, where more subtle equalization and spatial sound settings are available.

Using the "Themes" application to search for sounds

A unique feature of Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones is the powerful built-in Theme Store, which allows you not only to change wallpaper and icons, but also to download professionally created ringtones that are often not available in the standard set.

Launch the Topics app and go to the bottom menu by selecting the Sound (or Ringtones) tab, and there's a huge catalog divided into categories: popular, new, message, alarm clock, and you can listen to a preview of any track before downloading.

Once you download the sound you like, it is automatically applied or saved to your profile, and the main advantage of this method is that it has high audio quality and no need to search for files on the Internet.

The use of the theme store is especially relevant if you want to create a themed design of a smartphone, where the sound, wallpaper and icons will be combined in a single style.

Customization of individual sounds for contacts

One of the most useful features is the ability to assign a unique ringtone to a particular subscriber, which allows you to know who is calling you without even taking your phone out of your pocket or looking at the screen.

To do this, open the Contacts or Phone app and go to the tab with the list of subscribers. Select the right person from the list. In the profile that opens, find Melody (may be in a three-dot menu or in a list of parameters immediately).

Click on this item and select a track from the list or download a new one from the device. After saving, when you call from this particular contact, the smartphone will play the assigned song, ignoring the overall ringtone.

This feature is critical for accessibility, for example, you can set up loud and sharp calls from close relatives to hear them even in a noisy place while the rest of the calls are quieter.

⚠️ Note: If you change your SIM card or contact phone number, the individual tune may reset.Check your settings after changing the data in the phone book.

Working with files through a conductor

Sometimes a standard file selector doesn't see the composition you want, or you need to copy the track from your computer, and in those cases, the built-in Explorer (File Manager) comes to the rescue, a powerful tool to manage your Redmi file system.

Connect your phone to your computer through USB-On the smartphone screen, select file transfer mode (MTP). On your computer, open the phone's memory and find the Ringtones folder (for calls) or Notifications folder (for notifications). If you don't have those folders, you can create them manually at the root of the internal memory.

Copy the audio files into the appropriate folders. After the cable is turned off and the smartphone is restarted, these tracks will appear in the standard list of selections of tunes in the audio settings.

The copying path:


Internal Memory / Ringtones




Internal Memory / Notifications




Internal Memory / Alarms

Using folders is a “clean” way of organizing that ensures that the system correctly classifies the file. However, if you just put the file in any folder (for example, Music), you can still select it through the “Select Melody on Device” menu, but it will not appear in the general list of system sounds.

Changes in the sound of notifications and alarm clock

Personalization is not just about incoming calls; the sounds of notifications from messages, messengers and alarms can and should also be customized to make the gadget comfortable.

To change the sound of the system notifications, go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Notifications. Here the principle is similar to setting a ringtone: select the source and confirm the choice. For the alarm, you need to open the Watch application, click on editing a specific alarm clock and select the desired composition in the Sound field.

It is important to distinguish between system notifications and sounds from applications, for example, in Telegram or WhatsApp, the audio settings are set inside the application itself in the Notifications section, where you can also select your file if it is available on the system.

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Separating call sounds and notifications helps to better control information noise and avoid missing important messages.

Remember to adjust the volume separately for media, calls and alarms, this is done through the volume menu or side buttons at the time the sound is played.

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