How to Set Your Music to Xiaomi Call: 5 Proven Ways

Standard call melodies on Xiaomi quickly get bored, and the ability to play a favorite song or a unique sound makes the smartphone really “your own.” However, not all users know that MIUI has several ways to change the ringtone – from simple selection from the gallery to installation through themes or third-party applications. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, including nuances for different models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11, etc.), and also tell you how to circumvent the limitations of the system if your audio file is not displayed in the list of available.

Important: the procedure differs depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13, 14 or HyperOS).We will point out the key differences so that you do not waste time searching for non-existent menu items.You will also learn which audio formats are supported (.mp3,.m4a,.ogg), how to crop a track up to 30 seconds, and why some files may not play. If you want to not only change the ringtone of the call, but also customize unique signals for individual contacts, here you will find a step-by-step instruction.

Method 1: Install music to the call using standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in system tools, which is suitable for most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models on MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS. The main condition is that the audio file must be stored in the phone’s memory (internal or on a microSD card) and have a supported format.

To put on his music:

1. Put an audio file (such as song.mp3) into the Ringtones folder on your internal drive, and if it’s not, create it manually through any file manager (such as Files by Google or the standard MI File Manager).
2. Open the Settings app and go to the Sound and Vibration section.
3. Select Call Melody (or Notification Sound if you want to change the signal for SMS).
4. Your file will appear in the list of available tunes. Tap it to apply.

If the file is not displayed:

• 🔍 Check that it is in the Ringtones folder (not in Music or Downloads).
• 🎵 Make sure the file format is supported. Xiaomi officially works with.mp3,.m4a,.ogg, but there may be problems with bitrates above 320 kbps.
• 📱 Restart your phone – sometimes the system doesn’t update the tone list right away.

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If you want to use a song, cut it to 30 seconds with apps like MP3 Cutter or Ringtone Maker. Long tracks can be played incorrectly or cut automatically.

Method 2: Use the Application “Themes” (MIUI Themes)

MIUI has a built-in theme store (MIUI Themes) where you can download not only the design of the interface, but also audio packages, which is suitable if you do not want to bother with manual downloading files or looking for ready-made quality ringtones.

Instructions:

1. Open the Themes app (the icon with a brush on the home screen).
2. Go to the Sounds section (or Ringtones in some versions).
3. Select the sound package you like and click Apply.
4. Return to Settings → Sound and Vibration → Call Melody to select the set ringtone.

Advantages of the method:

• 🎨 A wide selection of ready-made tunes, including official sounds from Xiaomi.
• 🔄 The ability to change the sounds of notifications, alarms and SMS simultaneously.
• 📲 You don’t have to search and download files manually – everything is done through the interface. MIUI.

Attention! In some regions (e.g. Europe), the theme store may be restricted or disabled due to Xiaomi policy, in which case use a VPN or alternative methods from this article.

Method 3: Installation through third-party applications (Zedge, Ringtone Maker)

If standard methods don't work or you want more customization options, use third-party apps.

• 🎵 Zedge – the largest database of ringtones and notification sounds with the ability to pre-listen.
• ✂️ Ringtone Maker – to cut tracks and create unique tunes from your music.
• 🔊 MP3 Cutter and Ringtone Maker is a simple audio editing tool on your phone.

How to install ringtone through Zedge:

1. Download Zedge from Google Play and open it.
2. In the search box, type in the name of the song or select a category (such as Game Ringtones or Movie Sounds).
3. Slip to your favorite sound and select Set as ringtone.
4. Confirm the installation in the MIUI window that opens.

For Ringtone Maker:

1. Import the track from your phone’s memory.
2. Cut the desired fragment (recommended length - up to 30 seconds).
3. Save the file and select the option to Set as a ringtone.

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Method 4: Manually copy files via PC (for power users)

If you prefer to work with files through a computer or you can’t install the ringtone through your phone, you can copy the audio to the desired folder manually, which requires Xiaomi to connect to a PC and access internal memory.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your phone to your computer through USB-cable and select File Transfer Mode (MTP).
2. On a PC, open the explorer and go to the folder of the phone’s internal memory.
3. Create (if not) a Ringtones folder in the root directory.
4. Copy the prepared audio files (for example, my_ringtone.mp3).
5. Turn off your phone and go to Settings → Sound and Vibration → Call Melody – your file should appear in the list.

If the Ringtones folder is not displayed:

• 📂 Try to create it manually through the file manager on your phone.
• 🔄 Restart your device – sometimes the system doesn’t update your media library right away.
• 🛠️ Check if the system folders are hidden in the file manager settings.

Method 5: Customize individual tunes for contacts

MIUI allows you to assign unique ringtones to individual contacts, which is convenient if you want to know who is calling without looking at the screen, and works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models with current firmware versions.

How to set a personal melody:

1. Open the Contacts app and select the contact you want.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Edit.
3. Scroll down to the Melody of the Call (or Notification Sound).
4. Select a standard tune or tap Add to download your file from memory.
5. Save the changes.

Limitations:

• 🚫 You can’t assign different tunes to calls and messages from the same contact – the sound will be the same.
• 📵 If the contact is saved SIM-card, the function may not work (transfer it to the phone memory).
• 🔕 In some versions MIUI individual ringtones are reset after the update – check the settings after the updates.

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Personal tunes only work for contacts stored in your phone or Google account memory. SIM-Contact function is not available.

Table: Compatibility of methods with different versions of MIUI

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after you've done all the steps, you might find yourself in trouble, and let's look at the typical mistakes and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The file does not appear in the list of tunes.

⚠️ Note: If you have copied audio to the Ringtones folder but it is not in the settings, check the file extension. Xiaomi does not support.flac,.wav or.aac with high bitrate. Reconvert the file to.mp3 via Audacity or online services.

Problem 2: The melody is cut off when played.

• 🎬 Make sure the track length does not exceed 30 seconds (optimum 15-20 seconds).
• 🔊 Check if Quiet or Do Not Disturb in the sound settings is enabled.
• 📱 Restart your phone – sometimes the media server resets playback settings.

Problem 3: After the MIUI update, all ringtones were dropped.

⚠️ Note: For major updates (e.g., with MIUI 13 on HyperOS) system folders can be reset.To avoid losing tunes, back up your Ringtones folder on your PC or to the cloud before the update.

Problem 4: It is impossible to set a ringtone for a specific contact.

• 📇 Make sure the contact is saved in your Google account or phone memory (not on your phone). SIM-map).
• 🔄 Check if the synchronization of contacts is disabled in Settings → Accounts.
• 🛠️ Update the Contacts app via Google Play.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions