How to set sound when connecting charging on Android: 5 proven methods

You connect your smartphone to charger and... silence. There is no usual sound signal confirming that the device has started charging. For many users, this becomes a real problem - especially when you need to quickly check whether the cable is connected correctly or whether charging is happening at all. Fortunately, Android there are several ways to return (or add) a sound notification when power is connected - even if the manufacturer has disabled this function by default.

In this article we will analyze all working methods - from standard settings to hidden system capabilities and third-party applications. You will learn how to set up the charging sound on Samsung, Xiaomi, Realme and other popular brands, as well as what to do if the option is not in the menu. We will pay special attention to problems with firmware based on Android 12+where Google has tightened restrictions on background processes.

Before moving on to the instructions, check: perhaps the sound is simply turned off in the notification settings. Let's start with the simplest!

1. Checking standard notification settings

On most smartphones, the sound when charging is connected is controlled through the section "Sounds and vibration"**. However, the path to this setting may differ depending on the version Android and shell of the manufacturer. Here is a universal algorithm:

1. Open Settings → Sound and vibration (or Sounds).
2. Scroll down to the block "System sounds" or "Other sounds".
3. Find item Charging, Connecting power or Charging notification.
4. Activate the slider and select a melody from the list.

If there is no such item, do not be upset Manufacturers often remove it from the menu (especially on budget models). For example, on Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 i POCO X5 this option is hidden, but on Samsung Galaxy S23 it is there, but it is called Connection sound.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (for example, ColorOS 13+ or One UI 5.1+), the charging sound may be tied to the general sound profile. If you have the "Mute" or "Vibration"mode enabled, the notification will not play.

If the standard settings did not help, move on to more advanced methods.

2. “Automation” (without root)

If your version Android does not have a built-in option, you can use third-party automation tools. The best option is the application MacroDroid (free in Google PlayIt allows you to create triggers for any events, including connecting charging.

Step by step instructions:

1. Install MacroDroid and open it.
2. Click + Add macro.
3. In section "Triggers"** select Device status → Charging connected.
4. In the section "Actions"** add Multimedia → Play sound and select any audio file (you can download your own).
5. Save the macro and activate it.

The advantage of this method is flexibility. You can:

• 🔊 Select any sound (even voice notification).
• 🕒 Set up a playback delay (for example, 2 seconds after connection).
• 📵 Turn off the sound at certain hours (at night).

⚠️ Attention: On Android 13+ MacroDroid may require additional permissions to work in the background Go. in Settings → Applications → MacroDroid → Permissions and enable “Work in the background” i "Autostart".

Install the application|Add the "Charging connected" trigger|Select the "Play sound" action|Save and activate the macro|Check permissions for Android 13+-->

3. files (for advanced users)

If you are ready to dive into technical details, you can manually add charging sound by editing system files. This method requires root access or access to ADB (without root, it will not work on all devices).

Instructions for devices with root:

1. Install a file manager with root support (for example, Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Go to the path:

   /system/media/audio/ui/

   System sounds are stored here (for example, PowerOn.ogg — startup sound).

3. Copy any .oggfile from this folder (or add your own) and rename it to WirelessChargingStarted.ogg (for wireless charging) or ChargingStarted.ogg (for wired).
4. Change access rights on 644 (r-w r-- r--).
5. Reboot the device.

For devices without root you can try the method via ADB:

adb shell
su
mount -o rw,remount /system
cp /sdcard/ChargingStarted.ogg /system/media/audio/ui/
chmod 644 /system/media/audio/ui/ChargingStarted.ogg
reboot

This method does not work on all firmwares (especially on MIUI and Flyme, where the system partition is protected). If after a reboot the sound does not appear, check whether your model supports such changes.

What to do if after editing the files the sound does not appear?

On some firmware (for example, MIUI 14+) system sounds are loaded from another section or overridden by the shell. In this case, only replacing the firmware with a custom one (for example, LineageOS) or using automation methods (see section 2).

4. Alternative solutions: widgets and Live Wallpapers

If none of the above methods work. worked, you can take a workaround. Some live wallpapers (Live Wallpapers) and widgets can respond to charging connection and play sounds.

Examples applications:

• 🎵 KWGT Kustom Widget Maker — allows you to create a widget with a charging trigger and a sound alert.
• 🖼️ Live Wallpaper: Charging Animation — wallpaper that plays animation and sound when power is connected.
• 🔔 Tasker —an advanced automation tool (analogue MacroDroid, but with greater capabilities).

The disadvantage of this approach is the additional load on the battery (widgets and live wallpapers consume energy). But it works even on Android 14 without root access.

Method	Requires root	Works on Android 12+	Difficulty
Standard settings	❌ No	✅ Yes	⭐ Very simple
MacroDroid	❌ No	✅ Yes (with permissions)	⭐⭐ Easy
Editing system files	✅ Yes	⚠️ Partially	⭐⭐⭐⭐ Difficult
Live wallpapers/widgets	❌ No	✅ Yes	⭐⭐ Average

5. Why the charging sound may not work?

If you tried all the methods, but the sound did not appear, the problem may lie in the following:

• 🔇 General sound settings: Make sure that the mode is not activated Do not disturb or Vibration.
• 🔌 Problems with the charger: Some smartphones do not play sound when connected to “uncertified” chargers (especially on Huawei i Samsung).
• 🤖 Limitations firmware: Manufacturers (for example, Xiaomi v MIUI 13+) may block changes to system sounds.
• 🔄 Reset settings: After updating the OS, the sound may be reset. Check the settings again.

On Android 10+ Google has introduced restrictions on background processes, due to which some applications (including MacroDroid) may not work immediately after charging is connected. In this case:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Accessibility → Battery optimization.
2. Find MacroDroid (or other automation application) and disable optimization.
3. Restart the application.

6. Features on popular brands

Manufacturers often modify Android to suit their needs, so the charging sound setting may vary. Let's consider the nuances for top brands:

Samsung (One UI)

On Galaxy S22/S23 and other models with One UI 5.0+:

1. Go to Settings → Sounds and vibration → System sounds.
2. Activate Connection sound.
3. If there is no option, use MacroDroid (see section 2).

Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO (MIUI)

On MIUI 12-14 the standard charging sound is disabled. Solutions:

• 📱 Install MacroDroid or Tasker.
• 🔧 Use ADB-command to unlock hidden settings (requires PC):

adb shell settings put global charging_sound_enabled 1

Realme/Oppo (ColorOS)

On ColorOS 13 The charging sound is turned on like this:

1. Settings → Sounds and vibration → System sounds.
2. Turn on Charging sound.

If the item is not there, try resetting the sound settings to standard (Settings → System → Reset settings → Reset sound settings).

Google Pixel (Stock Android)

On “clean” Android charging sound is disabled by default. To enable:

1. Install MacroDroid or Tasker.
2. Or edit the system files (see section 3).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions

Can I set my own charging sound?

Yes! any MacroDroid or Tasker you can download any .mp3file. You can also replace the system sound via root (see section 3).

Why did the charging sound disappear after the update?

An OS update can reset the settings or change the paths to the system files. Try:

1. Check the sound settings again.
2. Recreate the macro in MacroDroid.
3. Roll back the firmware (if the sound is critical).

Does this work on Android 14?

Yes, but with reservations:

• Standard settings may be missing.
• MacroDroid and Tasker require additional permissions to work in the background.
• Editing system files is only possible with root.

Can I turn on the sound only when wireless charging?

Yes! In MacroDroid select the trigger Wireless charging is connected (separate from the wired one). You can also edit the file WirelessChargingStarted.ogg (see section 3).

Will sound work in Do Not Disturb mode?

No. Mode Do not disturb blocks all sound notifications, including charging. To get around this, set the macro to play sound through MacroDroid configure the macro to play sound through Media notification).