How to Set Your Melody on Xiaomi Call: All Ways

Tired of standard ringtones on your Xiaomi and want to install your favorite song or unique sound on an incoming call? In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, from basic settings to advanced methods using file managers and third-party applications. Instructions are suitable for all modern models: Redmi Note 12/13, POCO X5/F5, Xiaomi 13/14 and even Black Shark.

The process of installing ringtones on MIUI (Xiaomi firmware) has its own nuances: for example, the system limits the duration of the melody to 30 seconds, and not all audio files are supported by default. We will tell you how to bypass these restrictions and download any sound - whether it is an MP3 from the Internet or a recording with the voice of a loved one.

Preparation: What audio formats Xiaomi supports

Before installing a tune, it is important to make sure that your audio file complies with MIUI requirements.

• 🎵 MP3 — The most versatile format recommended for ringtones (bitrate up to 320 kbit / s).
• 🎵 M4A (AAC) — alternative MP3 with the best quality/size ratio.
• 🎵 WAV — without loss of quality, but takes up a lot of space (suitable for short sounds).
• 🎵 OGG — rarely used, but maintained.

Note: MIUI cuts ringtones longer than 30 seconds automatically. If you want a song snippet, it is better to crop it in an audio editor (for example, in Audacity or online service mp3cut.net), and the system can ignore files with a bitrate above 320 kbit / s or non-standard tags.

⚠️ Note:.flac or.wma files won't appear in the ringtones list, even if you put them in the Ringtones folder.

If your file does not meet these requirements, use free converters, such as:

• 🌐 Online Convert – Convert to Convert MP3.
• 📱 MediaConverter (Android app) – for cropping and conversion directly on your phone.

Method 1: Install ringtones through standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which are suitable for most users and do not require additional programs.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Select the Melody of the Call (or the Sound of Notifications if you need to change the signal for SMS).
4. At the top of the screen, click on Local Melodies (or Add, depending on the MIUI version).
5. Select the desired audio file from the phone’s memory.

If your file doesn't appear in the list, make sure it's in the correct folder. By default, MIUI looks for ringtones in:

/storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/ – for ringtones


/storage/emulated/0/Notifications/ - for notifications




/storage/emulated/0/Alarms/ - for alarm clocks

If you don't have folders, create them manually through any file manager (like Files by Google or built-in Explorer). Once you move the file to the Ringtones folder, reboot your phone to help the system update the list of available tunes.

File in format MP3/M4A|Duration ≤ 30 sack|File placed in Ringtones folder|Phone rebooted-->

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F4) post-update MIUI 14 may not be able to select local files. In this case, use Method 3 with a file manager.

Method 2: Using the Music app to create a ringtone

If you already have a song in the Mi Music library (or Google Play Music), it can be quickly converted into a ringtone without transferring files, a method that is convenient for those who store music on their phone.

1. Open the Music app (note icon).
2. Find the track you want to use as a ringtone and open it.
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Use as a ringtone.
4. In the window that appears, select the Melody of the Call and confirm.

The system will automatically cut the track to 30 seconds, starting at the first bars. If you want to highlight another snippet, pre-cut the song in any audio editor.

This also works for files uploaded to Google Drive or other cloud storage, so you want the track to be available offline, but remember that once you delete the original file, the ringtone may stop playing.

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If the Music app does not have the option to “Use as a ringtone”, upgrade it through the Google Play Store or install an alternative player, such as VLC or Poweramp (they have this feature).

Method 3: Install ringtones via file manager (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work (e.g., the file doesn’t show up in the settings), you can manually copy the audio to the system folder, which requires access to Explorer and basic knowledge of Android’s file structure.

Here is the detailed instruction:

1. Download and install a file manager with access to root folders, such as Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer.
2. Open the manager and go to the folder where your audio file is stored (usually Download or Music).
3. Select the file, click Copy (or Cut).
4. Go to /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/. If you don't have one, create it manually.
5. Insert the file into the folder and restart the phone.

After the reboot, the melody should appear in the ringtones list (Settings → Sound and Vibration → Call Melody → Local Melodies). If the file is still not visible, check:

• 🔍 The correct folder name (registrar is important: Ringtones, not ringtones).
• 🔍 File format (should be) MP3/M4A).
• 🔍 Absence of special characters in the file name (for example, #, %).

Method 4: Third-party applications for installing ringtones

If you don't like the built-in MIUI tools, you can use specialized applications, which offer more features: cropping tracks, installing ringtones for individual contacts, supporting rare formats.

Here's the top.-3 tested applications:

Let’s look at the Ringtone Maker example:

1. Install the application and open it.
2. Select an audio file from your phone’s memory.
3. Cut the track (drop the sliders to select the fragment).
4. Click Save and select Set as a ringtone.
5. Confirm the action – the melody will be automatically copied to the system folder.

The advantage of this method is the ability to fine-tune the beginning and end of the track, as well as pre-listening.In addition, some applications (for example, Zedge) offer ready-made collections of ringtones on topics: movies, games, natural sounds.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party apps, give them access to storage (Settings) → Annexes → Without it, they won't be able to save files to the Ringtones folder.

Method 5: Install ringtones via PC (for large files)

If you want to install a ringtone from your computer (for example, to save traffic or work with large files), use this method. It is also useful if the phone does not recognize the file when transmitting over Bluetooth or messengers.

Instructions:

1. Connect Xiaomi to your PC via USB-cable (select File Transfer Mode on your phone).
2. On your computer, open the phone folder and find the Ringtones directory (or create one).
3. Copy the prepared audio file into this folder.
4. Securely remove the device and restart the phone.

Once rebooted, the melody will appear on the ringtones list, a method that is more reliable than air transmission, since it eliminates failures due to file compression (for example, when sent via Telegram or WhatsApp).

If you are using a Mac, you may need the Android File Transfer app to access Xiaomi files (you can download it on the official website).

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Transferring files over USB is the most reliable way if other methods don’t work, and it ensures that the file isn’t compressed or corrupted when it’s copied.

Solving the problem: why the ringtone is not installed or reset

Sometimes users find that the set melody disappears after a reboot or update to MIUI. Here are the main reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If all user ringtones have disappeared after the MIUI update, check:

• 🔄 Have you lost your settings in the section Sound and vibration.
• 🔄 Whether files are saved in the Ringtones folder (sometimes updates clean it up).
• 🔄 Has the path to system folders changed (relevant to the system folders)? MIUI 14+).

On some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra) after upgrading to MIUI 14.0.5+, the option of selecting local ringtones is lost due to changes in security policy.

FAQ: Frequent questions about installing ringtones on Xiaomi