How to change a tune to Xiaomi: ringtone, notifications and alarm clock in 2 minutes

Have you ever wondered why half of your friends have a standard Xiaomi ringtone? You can change the ringtone on Redmi, POCO or Mi smartphones in a few clicks, but only if you know where to look for the right settings. In this article, we will examine everything from basic replacement through the system menu to install custom sounds through the file system.

The manufacturer regularly updates the shell MIUI, We have taken into account all the nuances and prepared universal instructions that will be suitable even for older models like the Redmi Note 8 Pro or the new flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra. We also tell you how to get around the limitations of the system if you need to play a tune lasting more than 30 seconds or in a format.m4a.

1. How to change the ringtone on Xiaomi through standard settings

The easiest way is to use the built-in MIUI tools. Even if you have never changed the ringtone before, you can do it in 1-2 minutes.

Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop) and go to the section:

Sound and vibration → The ringing melody

Here you'll see a list of standard tunes, sorted by category: Classic, Modern, Electronic, etc. To listen to the sound, just tap it. To confirm your choice, click OK in the upper right corner. Note that some versions of MIUI 14+ may open the list of tunes in a separate window with preplay.

• 🔍 Where to look: Settings → Sound and vibration → The ringing melody
• 🎵 Formats: Supported only.mp3,.ogg and.wav (up to 5MB)
• ⏱️ Limit: maximum duration of 30 seconds (the system automatically trims files)

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X5 Pro after updating to MIUI 15 may be missing the section "Calling Melody." In this case, use the alternative path: Settings → Annexes → Established → Phone. → Notifications → The ringing melody.

2. Replacement of notification melody and SMS

Notifications from messages, messengers and system alerts are set up separately from the call. This is convenient if you want to distinguish WhatsApp from Telegram by sound or make the alerts less intrusive. MIUI has two levels of settings: global (for all notifications) and individual (for specific applications).

To change the overall sound of notifications, go to:

Settings → Sound and vibration → Melody of notifications

To set up individual applications (such as Viber or Gmail):

Settings → Applications → [Select App] → Notifications → Sound

Tip: If you’re tired of standard sounds, download free tune packs from Google Play (like Zedge or Ringtones for Xiaomi) and they will automatically appear on the list of available options after installation.

3. How to Put Your Melody on Xiaomi (Castom Rington)

The standard sounds in MIUI are quickly boring, but your favorite song or recorded voice of a loved one will highlight your smartphone. To set your tune, first prepare an audio file:

• 📁 Format:.mp3,.wav or.ogg (preferably)
• ⏱️ Duration: Up to 30 seconds (otherwise cut off)
• 📲 Placement: The file must be in the Ringtones or Notifications folder on internal memory

Installation instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC or download the file directly to your device.
2. Move the audio file to Internal Storage → Ringtones (for calls) or Notifications (for notifications). If you don't have folders, create them manually.
3. Restart your phone (required! otherwise the file won't show up in the list).
4. Go to Settings → Sound and Vibration → Call Melody and select your file.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T s MIUI 14) The Ringtones and Notifications folders are hidden. To see them, enable the hidden files to be displayed in any file manager (e.g., Mi File Explorer).

Cut the file to 30 seconds|Convert to.mp3 or.ogg|Move it to the Ringtones folder|Reboot the phone-->

4. Features for different versions of MIUI (12, 13, 14, 15)

The manufacturer updates the shell regularly, and the menu items may change, and here are the key differences for the popular versions:

MIUI 12/13:

• Call and notification melodies are in the same section Sound and vibration.
• There is no separate setting for SMS – the general sound of notifications is used.
• Custom melodies support is limited to 5MB.

MIUI 14:

• There is a section Personalization → Sounds with advanced settings.
• Added the ability to assign different tunes for Sim1 and Sim2.
• The duration limit is increased to 40 seconds (but not for all models).

MIUI 15 (2026):

• The interface is simplified – sound settings are made in Settings → Sounds and tactile sensations.
• Support for.m4a (but only for alarm clocks)
• There is a synchronization of tunes between Xiaomi devices through Mi Account.

5 Problems and Solutions: Why the Melody Doesn't Change

Sometimes users find that a new tune is not applied or resets after a reboot, and here are the typical reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If the problem persists, try resetting the sound settings:

Settings → System → Resetting settings → Resetting sound settings →

⚠️ Attention: On devices with Android 13+ and MIUI 14+ To get around this, use a file manager with root rights (such as Root Explorer) or transfer files through a PC.

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If you change tunes frequently, create a shortcut for quick access: add the Settings widget to the home screen and select Sound and Vibration.

6. Alternative methods: applications for changing ringtones

If standard means MIUI You don't like it, you use third-party apps, they offer more features: editing sounds, scheduling tunes, syncing with the cloud.-3 test-driven:

• 🎶 Zedge is the largest database of ringtones and wallpaper with the possibility of pre-listening. There is a Russian interface and a category "Trends 2026".
• 🔊 Ringtone Maker — allows you to crop any audio files directly on your phone and save them as melodies. Supports formats.mp3,.flac,.aac.
• 📱 MIUI Ringtone Changer is a specialized application for Xiaomi devices that bypasses the system limitations (for example, allows you to put tunes up to 1 minute long).

To set the melody through Zedge:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Find your favorite sound in the Ringtones category.
3. Click Set as ringtone – the system will automatically redirect you to MIUI settings.
4. Confirm your choice.

Third-party apps have the advantage of regularly updating the sound database, for example, Zedge adds weekly tunes from popular movies, games (Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail) and TikTok trends.

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The application side (e.g., Zedge) allows you to bypass the MIUI limit on the duration of the tunes, but may require additional permissions to access the files.

7.How to Change the Alarm Sing on Xiaomi

The alarm clock is set up in a separate Clock app, where you can choose both standard sounds and custom files. Importantly, alarm clocks are subject to less stringent restrictions, allowing files up to 1 minute in length.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Clock app (a dial icon).
2. Go to the Alarm tab and tap your existing alarm clock (or create a new one).
3. Press the signal melody.
4. Select a standard sound or your file from the Alarms folder (similar to ringtones).
5. Save the changes.

Tip: If you want to wake up to your favorite music but don’t want to cut the track, use the “Smooth Wake Up” feature in Google Clock (available for Android 12+ devices).

• ⏰ Standard sounds: Sirens, Piano, Birds, Sea waves
• 🎵 Custom files: must be in the Internal Storage folder → Alarms
• 🔕 Disconnection: to prevent the alarm from working, just brush the notification in the curtain

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing tunes to Xiaomi