I sometimes want to use my own song as a ringtone or notification alert. It wasn’t always the case, but doing this has become an effortless feat with Android. This guide will show you how to set an MP3 file as a custom ringtone or notification sound. Let’s get right to it. Show
Also: The best customization apps for Android Note: All steps in this tutorial were put together using a Pixel 4a with 5G running Android 13 and a custom PC with Windows 11. Keep in mind steps might differ depending on your hardware and software version. Requirements
Robert Triggs / Android Authority You don’t need much to set an MP3 file as a ringtone or notification sound. Technically, the only requirements are an Android phone and an MP3 file. You might need an internet connection, depending on whether you have the MP3 stored locally or not. You might also need a PC and extra software for trimming the audio file. Requirements:
Trimming the MP3 fileYou don’t want the whole song to be played as a ringtone. Well, you might, and you can skip this step if you do. That won’t always be the case, though. You’ll often want to hear only a specific part of a song or MP3 audio. You can use various software to trim your audio files, such as Adobe Audition, Reaper, and Pro Tools. We’ll only touch on a couple of options to simplify things, though; one for PC and one for Android. How to trim an MP3 file with Audacity:
How to trim an MP3 file with Music Editor:
How to set an MP3 file as a ringtoneDhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Now that your MP3 song is trimmed correctly, it’s time to prepare it for prime time. How to set an MP3 as a ringtone on Android:
How to set an MP3 file as a notification soundRyan Haines / Android Authority Notification sounds blast off more commonly than ringtones, so giving them your personal touch is essential. The process is very similar, but here’s a step-by-step guide to make things easier. Using an MP3 file as a notification sound:
Setting MP3 ringtones for specific contactsDavid Imel / Android Authority Setting a personalized ringtone for each contact is also possible in the stock Contacts app:
FAQsMP3 is the most commonly used format for audio, songs, and ringtones, but it’s not the only one. Android all supports M4A, WAV, and OGG. There are plenty of apps and websites for buying ringtones; changing your Android ringtone is an easy process thereafter. Sadly, there is no official store for Android users to get them. It would be nice if we could simply pay for Android ringtones from the Google Play Store, just like Apple users can buy them from iTunes. Maybe sometime in the future. Generally speaking, in the USA, it is. You must use legally purchased songs, and you can’t sell or distribute the ringtones. Make sure you do your research, though, as we’re not legal counselors or experts. Also, laws can change from place to place, so look into your local laws. How do I set a custom ringtone for text messages on my Android?Procedure. Open the messaging app (Messages or Anywhere). Tap on the conversation with the Contact for which you want to set up a custom notification tone.. Tap the three dots in the top right corner of the screen, then: For Messages, tap Details. ... . Tap Notifications. ... . Tap Sound.. Choose a Sound, and then tap OK.. How do I set a notification Sound for text messages on Android?Text Message Notification Settings - Android™. From the messaging app, tap the. ... . Tap 'Settings' or 'Messaging' settings.. If applicable, tap 'Notifications' or 'Notification settings'.. Configure the following received notification options as preferred: ... . Configure the following ringtone options:. Why are my texts not making a Sound when they come in?Go to Settings > Sound & Notification > App Notifications. Select the app, and make sure that Notifications are turned on and set to Normal. Make sure that Do Not Disturb is turned off.
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