Can I change Samsung charging sound?

Many Samsung Galaxy smartphones come with a default charging notification sound that plays when you plug in the device. This cheerful jingle alerts you that your phone is charging, but it can get repetitive over time. Fortunately, Samsung makes it easy to customize or completely change the charging sound using just the built-in settings. With a few simple steps, you can set a personal ringtone, notification sound, or audio file as your new charging notification. This allows you to choose a sound that better fits your preferences.

Locating the Charging Sound File

Samsung charging sounds are located in the folder installation path /system/media/audio/ui on Android phones. This folder contains the audio files for all system sounds like ringtones, notifications, touch sounds, charging sounds, etc. The specific charging sound files are named “charging_started.ogg” which plays when charging begins, and “charging_finished.ogg” which indicates a full charge. These .ogg audio files can only be accessed with root permissions, so a regular user cannot directly edit them.

To locate the charging sound files, you’ll need a file manager app with root access. Apps like FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer grant temp root to explore the /system folders. Navigate to the /system/media/audio/ui folder, and you’ll find the charging started and finished .ogg files. Alternatively, you can pull these files from a system backup or ROM file if you want to modify them externally before flashing.

Custom Ringtones/Notification Sounds

One way to set a custom charging sound on your Samsung device is by adding custom ringtones or notification sounds. This can be done through the Settings app on your phone.

To add a custom sound for your charging notification:

1. Open the Settings app and go to Sounds and vibration > Ringtone.
2. Tap on the option for Charging.
3. Tap on Add from your device. This will let you select an audio file from your phone’s storage.
4. Browse and select the audio file you want to set as your custom charging sound.
5. Once selected, tap Apply to set it.

You can follow similar steps to set custom notification sounds for different apps. In Sounds and vibration, go to Notification sounds and select an app. Tap Add from device and choose your custom audio file.

This provides an easy way to customize the charging sound using files you already have on your Samsung device. Just make sure the audio file is in a supported format like MP3.

Using Third-Party Apps

One of the most popular options for finding custom charging sounds is to use third-party apps like Zedge. Zedge has a massive selection of ringtones, notification tones, alarm sounds, and other audio files that you can download for free. They make it easy to search for specific sounds like “Samsung Charging” or “Charging Sound” to find the perfect custom charging tone.

Simply browse their library or search for keywords, preview any sounds that catch your interest, and tap the download button. Downloaded sounds can then be set as your Samsung charging tone with just a couple taps. The Zedge app for Android and iOS lets you easily manage, preview and select sounds.

The advantage of using Zedge or similar apps is that there are thousands of options to choose from. You’re likely to find unique, funny or creative charging sounds that aren’t available elsewhere. And it only takes a minute to find and assign a new tone. Just be aware of the audio quality, as some user-submitted sounds may not be as crisp and clear as original Samsung tones.

Using Audio Editing Software

You can use free audio editing software like Audacity to edit existing sound files or create custom notification sounds from scratch for your Samsung device. Audacity allows you to record new audio, trim and edit existing clips, apply effects, and export the final audio file in formats compatible with your phone.

To create a custom notification sound in Audacity:
– Open Audacity and click the “Record” button to record a new audio clip, or “Import” an existing audio file you want to edit.

– Trim the audio and adjust the volume as desired.
– Apply any effects like echo or fade in/out to customize the sound.
– Export the completed audio as a .mp3 or .wav file.
– Transfer the sound file to your Samsung phone’s internal storage or SD card.

The advantage of using audio editing software is you can create truly unique custom sounds tailored to your preferences. However, it does require more time and audio editing skill than just using pre-made audio files.

Transferring Custom Sounds

After creating or modifying a custom charging sound on your computer, you’ll need to transfer the audio file to your Android device. The easiest way to do this is by connecting your phone to your computer via USB and using file transfer mode.

To begin, connect your Android phone to your computer using a USB cable. You may get a notification asking what you want to do when connected via USB. Select the “File transfer” option. If you don’t get this notification, you can access USB options by swiping down from the top of your screen and tapping the “Charging this device via USB” notification.

Once your phone is in file transfer mode, it will show up on your computer as a drive where you can drag and drop files. Navigate to the audio file you want to transfer and simply drag it over to your phone’s drive or folder where you want to store it (like the Ringtones or Notifications folder). For more detailed steps on transferring files via USB, check out this guide.

After transferring your custom charging sound file to your Android device, you can set it as the default in your sound settings. Just make sure to move it to the appropriate Ringtones or Notifications folder on your phone if needed.

Potential Issues

When changing the Samsung charging sound, there are a few potential issues to be aware of:

Not all Samsung devices may support custom charging sounds. Older models or budget devices may not have this capability built in. Before attempting to change the sound, check if your specific Samsung phone or tablet model supports custom sounds for charging notifications.

The audio file format used for the custom charging sound matters. For best compatibility, use common formats like .mp3 or .wav files. More compressed formats like .m4a may not work on all devices. Using an unsupported audio file format can result in no sound playing when charging.

Transferring overly large audio files to use as custom charging sounds may fail or cause lagging. Keep the file size modest – under 1-2 MB is recommended. Excessively long sound clips can also fail to set properly.

Testing is important after changing the charging notification sound. Repeatedly plug in and unplug your device, while listening closely for the expected custom sound. Errors in the transfer process may lead to the default charging sound still playing.

Testing the Custom Sound

Once you have transferred the custom sound file to your Samsung device, you can test that it is working properly by triggering a notification:

1. Open the app you applied the custom notification sound to, such as Messages, Email, or Calendar.
2. Trigger a notification for that app, for example by sending yourself a test message.
3. Listen for the custom sound when the notification appears.
4. If you don’t hear the expected custom sound, check that you selected the right sound file and completed all steps to set it properly in the app’s notification settings.
5. Try triggering the notification again. If it still doesn’t work, you may need to redo the steps to add the custom sound file or try a different file format.

Once you confirm the custom sound is working as expected, you can set it as the default for additional apps if desired. Remember you can customize the notification sound for each app individually.

Automation Apps

Mobile automation apps like Automate allow you to set up custom rules and workflows to change your phone’s sounds and volume. For example, you could create an automation that lowers the media volume or changes to a custom charging sound when you plug in your phone. Automate has a block specifically for setting the volume of different audio streams.

However, some users have reported issues getting Automate’s audio blocks to work properly after updating to Android 12, as the new OS limits what audio changes third-party apps can make. You may need to experiment to find reliable audio automation workflows for newer Android versions.

Conclusion

In summary, yes it is possible to change the charging sound on Samsung Galaxy devices. The charging notification sound file is located in the internal storage and can be replaced with a custom audio file. Apps like Zedge allow you to download custom notification sounds, while audio editing software gives you the ability to create your own custom charging sound.

Once you have your new sound file, you can transfer it to the appropriate ChargingNotification folder on your Samsung device to replace the default charging sound. Just be aware of potential issues like compatibility with certain Android versions. Overall though, with a few simple steps, you can customize the charging notification sound on your Samsung Galaxy to your liking.