How do I change my text notification sound to custom?

Text notification sounds are the audio clips that play when you receive a text message on your smartphone. By default, most phones come with a standard notification sound preset. However, many smartphones allow you to customize notification sounds and assign unique sounds for texts, emails, social media alerts, and other notifications. There are a few key reasons why someone may want to change their default text notification sound:

To personalize their phone’s auditory experience and make it their own
To assign distinct sounds to different contacts or apps so they can identify notifications without looking at their phone

To use notification sounds that fit their personality or musical tastes better than the default sound
To avoid notification sound fatigue or irritation from repeatedly hearing the same default sound

With many smartphones like iPhones and Android devices, it’s quick and easy to change the default text notification sound to a custom audio file. This allows you to get creative and set sounds that you enjoy hearing when you receive a new text.

Locate Notification Settings

To change the default notification sound, you first need to locate the notification settings on your device. The steps to access notification settings differs slightly between Android and iPhone.

On Android devices, open the Settings app and go to Sound & vibration. In this section you will find the option to change your Default notification sound. Tap on this option to change the sound.

On iPhones, open the Settings app and go to Sounds & Haptics. In this section you can change the Text Tone, which controls the default sound for notifications. Tap Text Tone and select a new sound.

So in summary, on Android look in Settings > Sound & vibration, and on iPhone go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics to change the default notification sound.

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Choose a Ringtone File

To use a custom sound for your notifications, you first need to have the audio file that contains the sound. There are a couple places you can get ringtones and notification sounds:

Download from an app – Apps like Zedge have thousands of free ringtones and notification sounds you can browse and download.
Make your own – You can create your own custom audio files using audio editing software, or convert an existing song into a short audio clip to use.

The most important thing is that the audio file is in a supported format (more details on formats in the next section). You’ll also want to keep the file size reasonably small so it’s quick to load, somewhere under 1-2MB.

Once you’ve found or created your perfect notification sound, you’ll need to transfer it over to your Android device. This is easy if you made it directly on your phone, but if it’s on your computer you’ll need to attach the file in an email or upload it to a cloud storage service like Google Drive that you can access on your device.

Transfer the Sound File

Once you have the audio file for your custom notification sound created and saved on your computer, you need to transfer it to your Android or iPhone. There are a few different ways to send the file:

Via USB cable: Connect your phone to your computer using the charging cable. Your phone should show up as a drive. Open the drive, then drag and drop the audio file into a folder like Ringtones or Notifications.

Via cloud storage: Upload the audio file to a cloud storage service like Dropbox or Google Drive. Then on your phone, open the cloud storage app and download the file. Move it into the appropriate Ringtones or Notifications folder.

Via email: Email the audio file to yourself. Open the email on your phone and download the attachment. Move the downloaded file to the desired folder for ringtones or notification sounds.

Via Bluetooth: Pair your phone with your computer using Bluetooth. Then send the audio file via Bluetooth from your computer. On your phone, accept the file transfer. Move the file to the Ringtones or Notifications folder.

The key is to get the file onto your Android or iPhone, then place it in the proper folder so your phone can access it for notification sounds. Once transferred, you should be able to select the custom file.

Convert to Supported Format

Some phones require ringtones and notification sounds to be in a supported audio format, usually M4R or MP3. If your audio file is in another format, you will need to convert it first before you can use it as a custom sound.

There are many free audio converter apps available that can convert between audio formats like MP3, WAV, M4A, and M4R. Some options include:

Zamzar – Online audio converter that supports converting MP3 to M4R.
Convertio – Allows converting MP3 to M4R online quickly and easily.
Movavi Audio Converter – Free downloadable program to convert between audio formats.

Using one of these tools, you can convert your audio file to MP3 or M4R format so that it will work as a custom notification sound on your phone.

Add the Sound File

To add the new audio file as a custom notification sound, navigate to the notification settings section and select the option to add or import a new sound. The exact steps may vary by device and Android version, but generally there should be an option like “Add/Import new sound” to add additional audio files. Tap this.

On the next screen, locate the audio file you transferred to your device in the previous step. Tap on the file to highlight it, then confirm to add it. The sound file will now be available for you to select.

Select it as Default

Once you’ve added your custom sound file to your Android device, you’ll need to select it as your default notification sound.

To do this:

Open the Settings app on your Android device.

Tap “Sound & vibration” or “Sounds & vibration”.
Tap “Default notification sound”.
You’ll see a list of available notification sounds. Find and tap on the custom sound you added.

This will set your new custom sound as the default for all app notifications on your device. You should now hear your custom sound whenever you get new alerts.

The “Default notification sound” option is usually located in your main device Settings under Sound & vibration or Sounds & vibration. This sets the global default that applies to all apps.

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Customize Vibration Pattern

If you want even more customization, you can create your own unique vibration patterns for notifications on Android devices. This allows you to set different vibration rhythms and intensities for different apps or contacts.

To make custom vibration patterns, you’ll need to download an app like BuzzKill. This app lets you fully customize vibration rhythms by adjusting intensity and duration of vibrations.

Some examples of useful custom vibration patterns include:

Short, quick bursts for messaging apps to mimic a tap on the shoulder
A longer, more intense vibration for important calls or alarms
Distinct patterns like dot-dot-dash for different contacts so you can identify callers without looking at your phone

The options are endless when creating your own custom vibration patterns. Just be aware that excessive long or strong vibrations can wear down the vibration motor faster over time.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues setting a custom notification sound, here are some troubleshooting tips:

If the sound file is in an unsupported format like WAV, you may need to convert it to a format like MP3 that is compatible with your device. You can use free audio converter tools to change the file format.

If you added the custom sound but notifications still use the default tone, go back into Settings > Sounds & vibration > Default notification sound and make sure your new sound is selected. If it is, but still doesn’t work, toggle the option off and back on to reapply it.

Check that notifications for that app are enabled by going into Settings > Apps & notifications > [App Name] > Notifications and making sure they are turned on. If the app overrides your default notification sound, look for sound options in the app’s settings.

If the custom sound plays but there is no vibration, open Settings > Sounds & vibration and check that vibration patterns are enabled. You can also customize the vibration pattern for your notification sound here.

Finally, consider restarting your device if other troubleshooting steps don’t resolve the issue. This can clear any glitches and ensure your new notification sound is properly applied.

Conclusion

Customizing your notification sounds allows you to personalize your device and associate certain alerts with unique tones. By following the steps outlined above, you can set any short audio file as your new text tone.

The process involves locating the notification settings, choosing an audio file, transferring it to your phone, converting it to a supported format like MP3, adding it to your ringtones, and then selecting it as the default. You can also customize vibration patterns for even more personalization.

With a custom text tone, you can identify texts without even looking at your phone. You can assign unique sounds to important contacts. Custom sounds also allow you to express your personality through fun sounds and audio clips.

Just remember that notification sounds must be short, usually under 30 seconds, and in a supported audio format. With the proper file, the process is quick and simple.

So be creative and have fun setting a custom sound that suits your style!