How to Set Up Different Call Melodies for Two SIM-Xiaomi maps: full instructions

Modern Xiaomi smartphones with support for two SIM-Not only do maps allow you to separate your work and personal contacts, but they also allow you to customize unique beeps for each number, which is convenient when you need to immediately know which card the call is coming to without having to look at the screen. However, many users face difficulties when trying to assign different tunes: somewhere the option is hidden in the depths of the menu, somewhere it requires additional manipulations with system settings.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to customize individual ringtones for each SIM-Maps on Xiaomi devices, including models with MIUI 12/13/14 You will learn how to use standard system tools, bypass restrictions through third-party applications, and what to do if the desired option disappeared after updating the firmware, POCO and flagship Xiaomi 13/14.

Before proceeding to the instructions, check the version of your shell: the Customization path. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. It's dependent on the availability of some features. SIM-Cards are active and correctly defined by the system (go to Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks).

1. Standard method: setting through the menu "Sounds and vibrations"

The most obvious method is to use built-in MIUI tools, which works on most devices, but may not be available on some budget models or regional firmware.

1. Open Settings and go to the Sounds and Vibration section.
2. Select the Melody of the Call (or Call Sound in the new versions).
3. At the top of the screen should appear tab with the choice SIM-maps, for example, SIM 1 and SIM If not, see the section on alternative methods.
4. Press the right one. SIM-map and select a tune from the proposed list or add your own through the button +.
5. Repeat the action for the second. SIM-map.

Important: On some firmware, selecting SIM only appears once you have set a common tune. If there is no tab, assign any ringtone first, then return to the menu.

1. Both. SIM-Cards are recognized by the system (check in Settings) → SIM-map)

2. The phone has the latest version of MIUI installed (update to Settings → About Phone → System Update)

3. Two-mode on. SIM-maps (not "One" SIM + eSIM")

4.At least one third-party call app (e.g. Google Phone) is installed if the standard method doesn't work-->

If the melodies do not differ after these actions, the reason may lie in:

• 🔄 Application conflict: Some calls (like Truecaller) intercept sound control.
• 📱 Firmware Restrictions: in Chinese Versions MIUI Frequently lacking functions for global markets.
• 🔊 Contact-specific settings: Individual ringtones for subscribers take precedence over settings SIM.

2. Alternative method: use of the Google Phone application

On devices with MIUI The default is a Xiaomi call, but it's sometimes stripped down. The Google Phone app (available on the Play Market) offers more flexible settings, including separate tunes for the phone. SIM-Here's how it works:

1. Install Google Phone and make it the default call (Settings → Apps → Default → Phone).
2. Open the app, click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to Call Sounds (or Call Sounds in English).
4. Here you will see the opportunity to choose different tunes for SIM 1 and SIM 2.

The advantage of this method is that it works smoothly even after MIUI updates, since the settings are stored in a separate application.

⚠️ Note: When using Google Phone, functions may be lost MIUI, You can use a phone that's a conversation recorder or Mi Account integration, and before you change your phone, check if it's critical to you.

If Google Phone doesn’t show the SIM selection option, try:

• 🔄 Restart the phone after installing the app.
• 📲 Delete the cache of calls in Settings → Annexes → Google Phone → Memory. → Clear the cache.
• 🔊 Temporarily disable power saving for the application (Settings) → Battery → Choice of applications).

Standard MIUI|Google Phone|Truecaller|Other |I don't know-->

3. Configure via "Contacts" for individual subscribers

If you want to have a unique tune for specific numbers (regardless of the number of the number). SIM-This can be done through the Contacts app, but this method does not replace the separate ringtones for the SIM, but complements them:

1. Open Contacts and select the contact you want.
2. Click Edit (pencil icon).
3. Scroll down to the Melody of the Call (or Rington) item.
4. Select a tune from the list or upload yours.
5. Save the changes.

Please note:

• 🔊 Priority: Individual contact melody will be played instead of melody SIM-map.
• 📱 Sync: If the contact is saved in Google Account, the ringtone setting may reset when synced.
• 🎵 Formats: Files are supported.mp3,.m4a,.wav lasting up to 30 seconds.

To cancel the individual melody for contact, go back to editing it and select Default.

4.Solution for older versions of MIUI (up to 12th)

On devices with MIUI 11 and older (e.g. Redmi Note 8, Mi 9), the option of separate tunes is often missing from the interface.

1. Open the standard MIUI caller.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Settings.
3. Select Call Sounds (or Call Settings → Call ringtones in English).
4. If there is no SIM selection, try the following trick: Set any tune for the first SIM. Go back to the main call menu and repeat the steps - sometimes the SIM tab appears after the first save.

If this method does not work, there are two options:

1. Upgrade to MIUI 12+ (if available for your model).
2. Use third-party calls (see section 2).

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Redmi) 7A) singular SIM They're not software-based, and if you do that, you can just change the phone or buy a new phone.

5. Advanced method: editing system files (for experienced)

If none of the above methods worked, and the function is critical, you can try manually editing system settings, which requires root rights and can lead to unstable phone operation. Use at your own risk!

Instructions:

1. Get root access (for example, through Magisk).
2. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer).
3. Go to /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases.
4. Open the settings.db file with SQL-Editor (e.g. SQLite Editor).
5. Find the system table and add/change records: INSERT INTO system (name, value) VALUES ('ringtone_sim1','content://media/internal/audio/media/123'); INSERT INTO system (name, value) VALUES ('ringtone_sim2','content://media/internal/audio/media/456'); where 123 and 456 — ID Your tunes at the media base.
6. Reboot the phone.

To find out the melody ID:

1. Place the audio file in /sdcard/Ringtones.
2. Use it. ADB-Adb shell content query --uri content://media/external/audio/media to get a list of all audio files from their ID.

If the problem persists, check the system logs through ADB:

adb logcat | grep -i"ringtone\|audio"

This will help to identify errors associated with the sound settings.

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On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14), the path to tune settings has changed: it is now in Settings → Sounds and Tactile Feelings → Call Sound → Additional. Don’t confuse it with Vibration on Call!

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If standard methods don't work, consider third-party solutions, and we tested several popular applications and ranked them for functionality and stability:

For maximum stability, we recommend a combination: Google Phone for basic functions + Zedge for downloading custom tunes.

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