How to Set Your Melody on a Call on Xiaomi Redmi 9C: 5 Proven Ways

With its powerful speaker and clean sound, the Xiaomi Redmi 9C deserves a personalized ringtone that will set you apart from the crowd. However, many users have difficulty replacing standard signals with their own audio files. In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to set custom tunes, from basic MIUI settings to bypassing restrictions through the file system.

The Redmi 9C (M2006C3LG/M2006C3LI) is a lightweight version of MIUI for budget devices, where some features are hidden or simplified, which means that classic methods of setting tunes (for example, through the Sound menu) may not work. But don't worry, we have tested all methods on MIUI 12.5-14 firmware and are ready to provide working solutions.

It is important that you use two SIM-The settings of the melody may vary for each slot, and for owners of devices with Global. ROM More options are available than Russian users ROM Or custom firmware. Then, step-by-step instructions with all the nuances in mind.

1. Installation of the melody through standard MIUI settings

The easiest way is to use the built-in tools, which is suitable for most users, but has a limitation: you can only choose from pre-installed tunes or files in the Ringtones folder.

How to do this:

• 📱 Open the Settings app** (cog icon).
• 🔔 Go to the section Sound and vibration → The ringing melody.
• 🎵 At the top of the screen, select the Local tab** (if not, see the next section).
• 📁 All audio files from the folder will be displayed here. /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/. Select the right one and press OK»**.

⚠️ Note: If the Local tab is missing, your version MIUI In this case, use the methods in sections 3 or 4.

Standard MIUI tunes are stored in the system folder /system/media/audio/ringtones/ and cannot be deleted without root permissions. However, you can add your files to the Ringtones folder (create it manually if it is not) – they will automatically appear in the list of available ones.

2. audio file preparation: format and duration requirements

Not every audio file is suitable for calling Redmi 9C. The MIUI system imposes strict requirements for the parameters of the tunes:

To optimize the file, use the following programs:

• 🎛️ Audacity (free audio editor for PC) – crop the track and export to MP3 bitrate 192 kbit/s.
• 📱 MP3 Cutter (Android) – convenient for quick trimming right on your phone.
• 🌐 Online Audio Converter – Convert formats online without installing software.

⚠️ Note: If the file does not appear in the call settings, check it for availability DRM-Downloaded from streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music) tracks will not fit.

Critical feature of Redmi 9C: The system ignores files with spaces or Cyrillic in the title, my_ringtone.mp3) before loading.

3. Manually add melody through file manager

If the standard method didn't work, try manually placing the file in the right folder, which works on 90% of MIUI firmware for Redmi 9C.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (File Transfer Mode) or use a file manager on your smartphone (e.g., Google’s Files**).
2. Go to the root folder of internal memory: /storage/emulated/0/.
3. Create a folder called Ringtones (if it doesn't exist), and you can create Alarms and Notifications folders for alarms and notifications, respectively.
4. Place the prepared audio file in the Ringtones folder.
5. Restart the phone (required!) After the reboot, the file will appear in the call settings.

Check the format (MP3/M4A)

Cut the track to 30 seconds

Rename the file to Latin

Place the file in the Ringtones folder

Reboot the phone.

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If the file didn't show up:

• 🔍 Make sure that the folder is created in /storage/emulated/0/, not SD-map.
• 📂 Check the permissions to the folder (should be rw-r)--r--).
• 🔄 Try moving the file to another folder, then back.

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Use the Zedge app (available from Play Market) to download the finished ringtone, it automatically places files in the correct folders and supports Redmi 9C without any additional settings.

4.Use of third-party applications to change the call

If the system methods didn't work, third-party utilities will come to the rescue, and we tested 5 popular applications and selected the best ones for the Redmi 9C:

How to install a tune through Ringtone Maker:

1. Install the application and open it.
2. Click “Select Music”** and specify the file from the phone’s memory.
3. Cut the track (optional) and press "Save"**.
4. Select “Set as a ringtone”** in the menu that appears.
5. Confirm the choice – the melody will be applied automatically.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. Ringtone Scheduler**) may conflict with energy saving settings MIUI. After installation, add them to the Autostart list and Without limitations in battery settings.

5. Set up a melody for individual contacts

MIUI allows you to assign unique tunes to different contacts, which is convenient if you want to know who is calling without looking at the screen.

How to set up:

1. Open the Contacts app** and select the contact you want.
2. Click on "Edit"** (pencil icon).
3. Scroll down to the "Call Melody" item** and click on it.
4. Select Locals (if you want to use your file) or a standard tune.
5. Save the changes.

Limitations:

• 🚫 It does not work for contacts saved on SIM-card (only for contacts in the account) Google/MIUI).
• 🔕 If the contact has multiple numbers, the melody will apply to all.
• 📵 When resetting phone settings, individual tunes are reset.

6. Problem Solving: Why the Melody Is Not Set

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

If the problem persists, try:

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Redmi 9C with MIUI 12.5 and below may not have the Local tab in your call settings, in which case use the manual file placement method in the Ringtones folder or third-party applications.

FAQ: Frequent questions about tune-ups on Redmi 9C