The growing call on Xiaomi: how to turn on and configure in 5 minutes

Are you tired of the fact that a standard call on your Xiaomi sounds too quiet in the first seconds and you miss important calls? A progressive call is a feature where the signal volume gradually increases from minimum to maximum, which helps to avoid sharp sound, but also ensures that you do not miss an incoming call, even if the phone is in another room.

In this article, you will find detailed instructions on how to set up a surge call on Xiaomi’s MIUI-enabled smartphones (versions 12–14), including Redmi, POCO and flagship series. We will look at both standard system features and alternative methods using third-party applications. You will also learn which tunes are better suited for progressive signal and how to avoid typical setup errors.

What is a scaling call and why do you need it?

A progressive call is a feature where the volume of an incoming call starts at a minimum level and gradually increases to a maximum within a few seconds.

• 🔔 Smooth wake-up: A sharp call in the morning can cause stress, and a growing sound wakes up more gently.
• 📱 Office convenience: If the phone is on the table, a quiet initial signal won’t distract colleagues, but you won’t miss the call.
• 🏠 Home Use: If the smartphone is in another room, you will hear it before the call stops.
• 🚗 Safety behind the wheel: in the car, a sharp sound can distract the driver, but smooth build-up does not.

On Xiaomi smartphones, this feature is not always obvious; in some versions of MIUI, it is hidden in the depth of settings, and in others it is not at all, but even if your firmware does not have a built-in incremental call, it can be emulated using third-party apps or special tunes.

Check the current sound settings on Xiaomi

Before setting up a scaling call, make sure your smartphone supports this feature in the current version of MIUI.

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Choose the ringing melody.
4. Scroll down the list – if you have the option of Increasing Call or Progressive Volume, your device supports the feature.

If you don't have one, don't despair: we'll look at alternatives below. Also check out the MIUI version in the About Phone section. The incremental call officially appeared in MIUI 12, but some regional firmware may not.

Set up an increasing call through standard MIUI tools

If your Xiaomi supports the feature, you can turn it on in a few steps:

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Call melody.
2. At the top of the screen, find the Switch Up Call (or Progressive Volume) and activate it.
3. Select one of the suggested tunes marked "Increasing" (usually standard MIUI signals with a gradual increase in volume).
4. Click Save or go back – the settings will apply automatically.

If you don't have a switch, try updating your firmware: sometimes the feature appears after an update. Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update.

Check out the MIUI version (should be 12 or newer)

Update the firmware if an update is available

Make a backup of current tunes (optional)

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Alternative method: use of special melodies

If your version of MIUI does not have built-in surge call, you can use special audio files that mimic the effect of progressive volume.

1. Download a melody with a growing sound (for example, from zedge.net or mob.org using the query "progressive ringtone").
2. Place the file in the Ringtones folder on the internal storage (create it if it is not available).
3. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Call melody.
4. Select the downloaded file - now the volume will increase when the incoming call.

When choosing a tune, pay attention to the format: Xiaomi is best for.mp3 or.m4a files that last up to 30 seconds. Avoid tracks that are too long – the system can crop them.

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If you downloaded a tune but it doesn’t appear in the list, reboot your phone or use a file manager (such as Mi File Manager) to manually move the file to /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones.

Apps for a growing call: top-3 decision

If the standard methods don't work, you can install a third-party app, and here are three proven options:

• 🎵 Ringtone Maker (from Big Bang Inc) — lets you create your own tunes at a higher volume. There is a built-in editor and a library of ready-made signals.
• 🔔 Progressive Ringtone is a specialized application for emulating a scaling call. It runs on top of a standard system.
• 📱 Volume Ramp Up Ringtones - offers a collection of ready-made tunes with a smooth increase in volume. MIUI rootless.

Check reviews before installing, some apps may conflict with MIUI due to background restrictions, and note permissions: the app will need access to Warehouse and Phone.

⚠️ Attention: Some surge calling apps can drain the battery faster, as they constantly monitor incoming calls. If you notice increased charge consumption, disable auto-start the application in the Battery settings and performance.

Problem Solving: Why the Increasing Call Doesn't Work

If you have turned on the feature but the call still sounds at the same volume, check the following points:

• 🔊 Call volume: make sure that the volume slider in the settings is not kept at a minimum. build-up only works if the initial volume is above 0.
• 📵 Do Not Disturb: If the mode is enabled DND or quiet mode, the build-up may not work.
• 🔄 Application conflict: Some call managers (like Truecaller) intercept the standard signal.
• 🔧 Resetting sound settings: If nothing helps, reset the sound settings to standard in Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting the sound settings.

If the problem remains, it is possible that your Xiaomi model does not support the feature at the software level, in which case it is only left to use third-party tunes or apps.

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On smartphones with MIUI 13 and later, the incremental call may not work in Game Turbo mode.

Creating your own melody with increasing volume

If you want a unique sound, you can create your own progressive volume melody.

1. Download an audio editor (e.g. Audacity for PC or Lexis Audio Editor for Android).
2. Import the original audio file (you can use the standard Xiaomi tune).
3. Select the first 2-3 seconds of the track and reduce the volume by 30-50% using the Envelope tool.
4. Gradually increase the volume to the end of the file.
5. Export the result in MP3 format (bitrate 128-192 kbit / s).
6. Place the file in the Ringtones folder on your phone and select it in the settings.

When creating a melody, avoid too sharp volume transitions – this can cause sound distortion on Xiaomi speakers.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the growing call on Xiaomi