How to set your song to a call on Xiaomi Redmi: a complete guide with a photo

Are you tired of the standard tunes on Xiaomi Redmi and want to put your favorite song on the phone?This guide will help you do it in 5 minutes - even if you have never changed the system settings. We'll look at all possible ways, from simple selection from the gallery to manually download files via PC.

It is important to understand that on the Redmi smartphones (regardless of model – Note 12, Redmi 10 or even the other two). POCO X5) The process of setting a tune is nuanced, for example, not all audio files will work: the system can ignore tracks with a bit rate above 320 kbps or longer than 30 seconds.

At the end of the article you will find FAQ answering frequent questions: why the melody is not saved, how to make a vibration to the rhythm of the song and what to do if after updating MIUI All the user ringtones are gone. Let's start with the simplest method!

1. Installation of the melody through the standard settings menu

This is the basic method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones with a shell. MIUI 12-14 Suitable for files already uploaded to your phone’s memory (Music, Ringtones or Downloads folders).

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings app** (cog icon)
• 🔔 Go to the section Sound and vibration → The ringing melody
• 🎵 Click "Add Rington"** at the bottom of the screen
• 📁 Select the folder where your audio file is stored (for example, Music)
• ✅ Slip on the track and confirm the selection with the “Ready” button»**

File in format MP3, M4A or WAV|Duration not exceeding 30 seconds|The file is in the root memory (not on the SD-map)|Bitrate not higher than 320 kbit / s-->

If the track is not on the list, it means:

• 🚫 File hidden (check the file manager settings)
• 🔍 The format is not supported (convert to the MP3 via online converter)
• 📵 File's on. SD-The card (transfer to the internal memory)

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) When you select a tune, you may have a "File corrupted" error, which means that the audio track has a non-standard structure, so you can cut the track for up to 20 seconds through the Ringtone Maker app).

2. How to crop a song to the bell (3 best apps)

System system MIUI limit the length of the ringtone to 30 (in some cases, the scoring of the 20 If your track is longer, you need to cut it. We tested it. 10 Apps and selected top-3:

The following is a step-by-step guide for Ringtone Maker:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and select a track from the phone’s memory.
3. Drag sliders on the timeline to highlight the fragment (optimally 15-25 seconds).
4. Click Save and select the Ringtones folder.

If the melody sounds quiet after pruning, check:

• 🔊 Loudness in settings Sounds and vibrations → Media volume
• 🎛 Equalizer settings in the Music app** (can cut down on low frequencies)
• 📱 Do Not Disturb (turn it off in the notification curtain)

3. Convert files to a supported format

Xiaomi Redmi officially supports only 3 audio formats for ringtones: MP3, M4A and WAV. If your file is in format FLAC, OGG or AAC, It needs to be converted. It can be done:

• 🌐 Online Converter (No Installation Required)
• 📱 In the Audio Converter mobile app (available on Google Play)
• 💻 On PC with Audacity or Format Factory

Recommended settings for conversion:

• Bitrate: 192-320 kbps (above – makes no sense for a call)

After conversion:

1. Move the file to the Ringtones folder (create it manually if it is not available).
2. Reboot your phone and it will update your media library.
3. Check the track in the call settings.

4. Installation of the melody through PC (for experienced users)

If the phone doesn't see the file even after converting, you can download it manually through your computer, which is also useful if you want to set a unique tune for a particular contact.

You'll need:

• 🖥 Computer with Windows/macOS
• 📎 USB-cable (preferably original)
• 📂 Prepared audio file (MP3, 30 seconds)

Instructions:

1. Connect Redmi to your PC in File Transfer* (select this option in the notification curtain).

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If the Ringtones folder doesn’t appear on your PC, turn on the hidden files in Windows Explorer settings or use the file manager on your phone (e.g. Mi File Manager).

To set the melody to a specific contact:

1. Open the Contacts app** and select the profile you want.
2. Click on "Edit"** (pencil icon).
3. Slip on the item "Call melody"** and select your file.

5. Problem Solving: Why the Melody Is Not Set

If after all the manipulations your track does not appear in the list or does not play, check these points:

Special case: if you use custom firmware (like Pixel Experience or LineageOS), standard Ringtones folders may be ignored.

1. Download a file manager with root rights (such as Root Explorer).
2. Transfer the audio file to /system/media/audio/ringtones.
3. Set the license 644 (r-w-r-----).

⚠️ Attention: Redmi with MIUI 14 and newer may work protection against modification of system files, if after transfer to the /system/... phone stopped loading, reset via Fastboot (instructions on the official website of Xiaomi).

6. Alternative methods: applications for ringtones

If the standard methods don't work, use third-party applications that allow you to:

• 🎶 Set up tunes directly from YouTube or Spotify
• 🔄 Automatically trim tracks to the length of the call
• 📱 Assign different tunes to SIM1 and SIM2

The best apps of 2026:

• 🥇 Zedge - a base of 100,000+ ringtones + capacity
• 🥈 Ringtones for Me – Simple interface, support for dark theme
• 🥉 MP3 Ringtone Maker – Advanced Editor with Effects

Instructions for Zedge:

1. Download the application and open it.
2. In the search box, type in the title of the song or select a category (e.g., Trends 2026**).
3. Slip on your favorite track and click "Install as a ringtone"**.
4. Confirm the choice in the window that appears.

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Apps like Zedge require permission to access storage and audio settings. If the melody doesn't apply after installation, check the permissions in Settings. → Annexes → Zedge → Permits.

7. Features for different Redmi models

The process of setting a melody may vary depending on the model and version. MIUI. We tested popular devices and identified nuances:

For Redmi with a double SIM-card (for example, Note 11 Pro):

1. Go to Settings → SIM-cards and mobile networks.
2. Choose. SIM-map, «SIM 1»**).
3. Tap "Call Melody"** and assign a separate track.

8 How to make a vibration to the rhythm of a song

On Xiaomi Redmi, you can customize the vibration pattern that will be synchronized with the rhythm of your tune.

1. Install the “Vibration Tuner” app (available on Google Play).
2. Open it and select “Create a pattern.”
3. Download your audio file – the program will analyze it and offer a vibration pattern.
4. Save the pattern and assign it to Settings → Sounds. → Vibration on the bell.

If you want to create a pattern manually:

• 📏 Use a metronome (for example, in the Soundcorset app»**)
• 🎚 Set the duration and strength of vibration for each stroke
• 🔄 Check synchronization with the melody in preview mode

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For best effect, choose a song with a clear rhythm (e.g. electronic music or rock) and complex compositions with frequent changes of pace can produce a chaotic vibration.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions