How do I add ringtones to Android?

Answered by James Kissner

To add custom ringtones to your Android device, follow these steps:

1. Select the audio file: First, you need to have the audio file you want to use as your custom ringtone. This could be an MP3, WAV, or any other compatible audio format. You can download the file from the internet or transfer it from your computer to your phone.

2. Transfer the audio file to your phone: Once you have the audio file, you need to transfer it to your Android device. You can do this by connecting your phone to your computer via USB cable and transferring the file to a specific folder on your phone’s storage. Alternatively, you can use cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox to upload the file and then download it on your phone.

3. Locate the audio file on your phone: After transferring the audio file to your phone, you need to locate it in the file manager. Open the file manager app on your Android device and navigate to the folder where you saved the audio file.

4. Move the audio file to the Ringtones folder: To use the audio file as a ringtone, you need to move it to the Ringtones folder on your phone. If there isn’t a Ringtones folder, you can create one. Simply press and hold on the audio file, select the “Move” or “Copy” option, and then navigate to the Ringtones folder to paste the file there.

5. Set the custom ringtone: Once the audio file is in the Ringtones folder, go to the Settings on your Android device. Look for the “Sound and vibration” or “Sound” option and tap on it. Within the sound settings, you should find an option called “Phone ringtone” or similar. Tap on it to access the list of available ringtones.

6. Select the custom ringtone: In the list of available ringtones, look for an option called “My Sounds” or “Custom” (the name may vary depending on your device). Tap on it to access the audio files in the Ringtones folder. You should see the audio file you moved earlier. Tap on it to select it as your custom ringtone.

7. Save the changes: After selecting the custom ringtone, you may have the option to preview it by tapping the play button. If you’re satisfied with the selection, tap the plus (+) button or the “Save” button to save the changes. Your custom ringtone is now set and will be used whenever you receive a phone call.

It’s worth noting that the exact steps and options may vary slightly depending on the make and model of your Android device, as well as the version of the Android operating system it is running. However, the general process should be similar for most devices.