How to put a ringtone on Xiaomi 10 Pro: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi 10 Pro offers users flexible audio settings, but not everyone knows how to properly install their favorite tune as a ringtone. Unlike the newer Redmi or POCO models, where the MIUI interface has undergone changes, the “ten” retains the classic approach to sound management. This article will help you understand all the nuances from choosing standard tunes to downloading custom tracks through the file system or third-party applications.

The Xiaomi 10 Pro feature is that the manufacturer has restricted access to system folders with tunes in the latest versions of MIUI 12/13.This means that simply copying a file to the Ringtones folder through the Explorer will not work — additional steps will be required. We will consider both official methods through the settings menu and workarounds for power users, including the use of ADB and specialized utilities.

It is important to note that the procedure may vary depending on the firmware version. For example, in global builds MIUI for Xiaomi 10 Pro (codenamed umi), the path to audio settings can vary slightly. If you use custom firmware like Pixel Experience or LineageOS, the algorithm for installing the ringtone will be different, as we will discuss below.

1. Standard method: selection from preset melodies

The easiest method is to use built-in audio files. Xiaomi 10 Pro comes with a set of standard ringtones that you can choose without additional manipulation.

1. Open the Settings app** (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Slap on the call melody item.
4. In the list that opens, select your favorite tune. To listen, click on the triangle to the right of the name.
5. Confirm the choice with the “OK” button.

You'll find both classic signals (Default Call 1) and more modern compositions (MIUI Tune, Reflection) pre-installed, and if neither of them suits, move on to the following methods.

⚠️ Note: Some regional firmware Xiaomi 10 Pro (for example, India or China) list of standard ringtones may differ.If you do not find the usual tunes, check the version MIUI In the Settings section → The phone.

2. Installation of a custom ringtone through the file system

If you want to use your music in.mp3,.m4a or.ogg format, you need to properly store it in your device’s memory. Unlike older versions of Android, where you just copy a file to the Ringtones folder, MIUI 12+ requires additional customization.

Here's the step-by-step instruction:

1. Connect Xiaomi 10 Pro to your computer via USB-Cable. Select file transfer mode (MTP) notice-curtain.
2. On a PC, open the Explorer and go to the phone's internal memory folder, create (if not) a directory called Media, and inside it are Audio, Ringtones, Notifications, and Alarms folders.
3. Copy your audio file (for example, my_ringtone.mp3) Make sure the track is no longer longer than the Ringtones folder. 30 Seconds – otherwise the system can cut it off automatically.
4. Disconnect the phone from the PC and restart it, so MIUI can scan the new media files.
5. Now go to Settings → Sound and Vibration → Call Melody and look for your file in the list.

If the melody does not appear on the list, check:

• 📁 The correctness of the folder name (registrar is important! Ringtones) ≠ ringtones).
• 🎵 File format (supported only.mp3,.m4a,.ogg,.wav).
• 🔄 Try manually updating the media base through the Files app** (open it, tap three dots in the upper right corner and select Update).

MP3/M4A/OGG| Up to 30 seconds | Ringtones folder created in Media/Audio|Name of file without special characters

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3.Use of the Files app for quick installation

Not everyone knows that MIUI can assign a ringtone directly from a standard file manager, which works for files already copied to the phone’s memory and eliminates the need to reboot.

Algorithm of action:

1. Open the Files app** (Blue folder icon).
2. Find your audio file in the device’s memory. If it’s in downloads, go to Inner Memory → Download.
3. Stick to the file and hold your finger for 1-2 seconds until the context menu appears.
4. Select the item Set as (or More) → Install as a ringtone in some versions).
5. In the window that opens, specify what the melody is set for: Call, Notice or Alarm clock.

This is convenient because it doesn't require special folders, because it automatically copies the file to the desired location, but it doesn't work with all formats, such as.flac or.aac files, which may not appear in the list of available files.

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If the file does not appear in the Install As menu, try renaming it by removing spaces and characters like #, $, % from the name.

4. Installation of ringtones via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work (for example, due to custom firmware limitations), you can use ADB, an Android debugging tool that is suitable for advanced users, as it requires command line work.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and package ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🎵.ogg audio file (recommended for system folders).

Instructions:

1. Connect Xiaomi 10 Pro to your PC and allow debugging in the window on your phone that appears.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb devices

Make sure your device is listed.

1. Copy the file into the system folder with ringtones:

adb push C:\path\to\your\ringtone.ogg /system/media/audio/ringtones/

1. Assign the correct access rights:

adb shell chmod 644 /system/media/audio/ringtones/ringtone.ogg

1. Reboot the phone:

adb reboot

After the reboot, your tune will appear in the list of standard ringtones. Note: this method requires superuser rights (root) if the /system folder is protected from recording. On non-rooted devices, the command may not work.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Do not change access rights for other system files or delete standard ringtones, which can cause update errors. MIUI.

5. Third-party applications for ringtones installation

If you don’t want to mess with files and commands, you can use Google Play’s dedicated utilities, which simplify the process and often offer additional features, such as cropping tracks or downloading popular tunes.

Top.-3 apps 10 Pro:

How to install ringtone through Zedge:

1. Download and install the app from Google Play.
2. Launch Zedge and allow access to the storage.
3. In the Ringtones section, find your favorite tune and tap it.
4. Press the Set as ringtone button.
5. Select Phone ringtone in the window that appears.

The advantage of this method is that you don't have to manually copy files, but some apps (like Zedge) can display ads, so you can turn them off by purchasing a premium version or using an ad blocker like AdGuard.

6. Features for custom firmware (Pixel Experience, LineageOS)

If you use informal firmware on Xiaomi 10 Pro (for example, Pixel Experience or LineageOS), the algorithm for installing ringtone may be different. In such builds, the MIUI brand menu is often missing, and audio files are stored in other folders.

General recommendations:

• 📂 Rington folders are usually located along the way. /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones or /sdcard/Ringtones.
• 🔧 The audio settings may not have a Call Melody section — instead, look for Phone ringtone in Settings. → Sound.
• 🛠️ If standard methods don’t work, use a root file manager (such as Root Explorer) to copy files to the file. /system/media/audio/ringtones.

For firmware based on Android 12+ (such as Pixel Experience 12), additional configuration via ADB may be required:

adb shell settings put system ringtone /storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/my_tone.mp3

Once you have completed the command, restart the device. If the ringtone has not been used, check if your firmware supports dynamic system settings (you can check this on the XDA Developers forum on your custom build topic).

7. Problem Solving: The ringtone is not installed

Sometimes users find that the added melody is not displayed in the list or is not played, and consider the typical reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If none of these methods worked, try:

1. Clear the Settings cache** (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Settings → Storage → Clear the cache).
2. Update MIUI to the latest version (sometimes bugs are fixed in new builds).
3. Reset the sound settings to standard (Settings → Sound and vibration → Resetting settings).

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If you use two-sim mode on Xiaomi 10 Pro, ringtones for each SIM-maps are set up separately in the Settings menu → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Choose. SIM] → The ringing melody.

FAQ: Frequent questions about ringtones on Xiaomi 10 Pro