How to change the notification sound in Telegram on Android Samsung: detailed instructions

Notifications in the messenger Telegram play a key role - they signal about new messages, mentions or important events. However, standard sounds can quickly become boring or merge with other notifications on Samsung Galaxy. Fortunately, the developers have provided the possibility of customizing them.

Many users do not know that Telegram you can not only select a sound from the standard set, but also upload your own .mp3file lasting up to 5 seconds. This is especially true for smartphone owners Samsungwhere the interface One UI sometimes hides settings deep in the menu. In this article we will look at all the methods - from basic to advanced, including solutions to typical problems.

If you are using Samsung Galaxy S23, Note 20 or an older model on Android 12+, the instructions will be suitable, taking into account minor differences in the location of menu items. The main thing is to make sure that you have the latest version installed (update it in Telegram (update it in Galaxy Store or Google Play).

1. Ways to change the notification sound in Telegram

There are two main ways to change the notification sound: through the app settings or by editing the file system. The first method is simpler and suits 90% of users, the second will require additional manipulations, but gives more freedom. Telegram There are two main ways to change the alert sound: through the app settings or by editing the file system. The first method is simpler and suits 90% of users, the second will require additional manipulations, but gives more freedom.

Let's consider both options in detail, starting with the most accessible one. Important: if you use Samsung Knox or a corporate profile, some settings may be blocked by the device administrator.

• 📱 Through the Telegram menu — select from preinstalled sounds or upload your own file (available from version 8.0+).
• 🔧 Through a file manager — manually adding sounds to folder Notifications (requires write rights).
• 🤖 Using third-party applications —for example, Zedge or Ringtone Maker to create unique melodies.

On Samsung smartphones with One UI 5.0+ shell, the path to system sounds may differ from “pure” Android. This is due to the company's policy of optimizing the interface.

2. Step-by-step guide: change the sound through the Telegram settings

This is the easiest method that does not require additional knowledge or root access. Follow the algorithm:

1. Open Telegram and tap on the icon ☰ (three lines) in the upper left corner.
2. Go to Settings → Notifications and sounds.
3. Select section Chats (or Groups/Channels, if you want to configure separately).
4. Click on the item Notification sound.
5. In the list that opens, select one of the standard sounds or tap Add soundto upload your file.

If you want to use your own melody, make sure that the file meets the requirements:

• 🎵 Format: .mp3, .m4a or .ogg.
• ⏱️ Duration: no more than 5 seconds (otherwise Telegram will cut the sound automatically).
• 📁 Size: up to 300 KB (optimally - 100-200 KB for fast downloading).

On Samsung Galaxy When selecting a custom sound, you may be prompted for permission to access files. Allow it, otherwise Telegram will not be able to scan the device memory.

⚠️ Attention: If the sound does not play after the change, restart the application or check if notifications are disabled in the settings Android (path: Settings → Notifications → Telegram → Sound).

3. How to add a custom sound through the file manager

This method is suitable if you want your sound to be displayed in the list of system notifications SamsungTo do this, you need to place the file in a special folder.

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to the PC or use a file manager (for example, My Files from Samsung).
2. Go to the path:

   /storage/emulated/0/

   and create a folder Notificationsif there is one no.

3. Place your sound file there (for example, telegram_notify.mp3).
4. Restart the device.
5. Run Telegram and select a new sound in the notification settings (it will appear in the list).

On some models Samsung (for example, Galaxy A52 or S21 FE) folder Notifications may be hidden. To see it:

• 🔍 Enable the display of hidden files in the file manager settings.
• 📂 If the folder does not exist, create it manually - the system will automatically recognize it as a storage for notification sounds.

Samsung model	Path to the Notifications folder	Reboot required?
Galaxy S22/S23	/storage/emulated/0/Notifications	Yes
Galaxy A53/A73	/storage/emulated/0/Ringtones/Notifications	No
Galaxy Note 20	/storage/emulated/0/media/audio/notifications	Yes
Galaxy Z Flip/Fold	/storage/emulated/0/Notifications	No

⚠️ Attention: On devices with Android 13+ i One UI 5.1+ additional permission to access folders may be required via Settings → Applications → Telegram → Permissions → Files and multimedia.

4. Solving problems: the sound does not change or does not play

Sometimes after changing the notification sound in Telegram nothing happens. Let's look at typical causes and ways to eliminate them.

Problem 1: The sound did not change after selecting a new melody.

• 🔄 Restart the application (close it in the recent tasks menu).
• 📱 Check whether Telegram is in battery optimization mode (path: Settings → Device care → Battery → Telegram → Optimize - disable).
• 🔊 Make sure that the notification sound is not disabled in the settings Android for Telegram (Settings → Notifications → Telegram → Sound).

Problem 2: Custom audio does not appear in the list.

• 📁 Check that the file is in the correct folder (Notifications or Ringtones).
• 🔄 Reboot the device - sometimes Media Scanner does not immediately index new files.
• 🎵 Make sure the file meets the format and duration requirements.

Problem 3: The sound is interrupted or does not play completely.

• ⏱️ Trim the file to 3-4 seconds (you can use the app Ringtone Maker).
• 🔊 Check the audio bitrate - optimally 128-192 kbps.
• 📱 Disable the mode Do not disturb or exceptions for Telegram in the settings sound.

5. Alternative methods: third-party applications and automatic sound change

If the standard methods do not suit you, you can use additional tools, for example, applications for creating ringtones or automatically rotating sounds.

Applications for customizing sounds:

• 🎛️ Zedge —a huge library of free ringtones and notification sounds.
• ✂️ Ringtone Maker —trimming and editing audio files to suit Telegram requirements.
• 🔄 Notification History —allows you to assign different sounds to different contacts.

Automatic change of sounds:

Using Tasker or MacroDroid you can configure automatic change of notification sound depending on the time of day, location or other conditions. For example:

• 🌙 Quiet at night. sound.
• 🏠 At home - standard.
• 🚗 In the car - loud and clear.

To set up an automatic shift you will need:

1. Set Tasker from Google Play.
2. Create a profile with a condition (for example, "Time from 22:00 to 7:00").
3. Add an action Audio → Notification Sound and specify the path to the file.
4. Save and activate the profile.

How to export notification sounds from iPhone to Samsung

1. Send the file via AirDrop or the cloud (iCloud, Google Drive).
2. On Samsung, download the file and place it in folder Notifications.
3. In Telegram, select a new sound in the settings.
⚠️ Please note that the formats .m4r (iPhone) may not be played on Android - convert them to .mp3 via Online-Convert or Audacity.

6. Setting features for different versions of Telegram and One UI

Interface Telegram and shell One UI are regularly updated, which may affect the location of the settings. Let's look at the key differences:

Telegram 9.0+ (2023–2026):

• 🔄 The section Notifications and sounds has been moved to the main settings (previously it was in Chats).
• 🎵 It is now possible to preview sounds before choosing.
• 📁 File support .m4a without conversion.

One UI 4.0 vs One UI 5.0+:

One UI version	Path to sound settings	Features
One UI 4.0 (Android 12)	Settings → Sounds and vibration → Notification sounds	The folder Notifications is created automatically the first time you add a file.
One UI 5.0 (Android 13)	Settings → Notifications → Advanced → Notification sounds	Requires manual permission to access files for Telegram.
One UI 6.0 (Android 14)	Settings → Sound → Default sounds → Notifications	Support for dynamic sounds (varies depending on the theme).

On devices with Samsung DeX (desktop mode), notification sounds can be played through the monitor speakers if it is connected via HDMI. To change this:

1. Connect your smartphone to DeX.
2. Open DeX Settings → Sound.
3. Select the audio source: Phone or Monitor.

⚠️ Attention: On some models Samsung (for example, Galaxy XCover) notification sounds can be duplicated through an external speaker even with headphones connected. This is due to the "Enhanced Sound" profile in Accessibility settings.

7. Security: is it possible to change notification sounds without risking your data?

Replacing notification sounds in Telegram is a completely safe procedure if you follow the official instructions. However, there are nuances that are worth knowing:

What is safe:

• 🔄 Using built-in Telegram tools to change the sound.
• 📁 Adding files to a folder Notifications via a standard file manager.
• 🔊 Installing third-party applications from Google Play (for example, Zedge).

Potential risks:

• 🚫 Downloading sound files from unverified sources (may contain malicious code, if it is not just .mp3, but executable file).
• 🔧 Using root access to change system sounds (may disrupt operation Knox and void the warranty).
• 📲 Installing modified versions of Telegram (for example Telegram X or pirated builds) - the risk of account blocking.

To minimize risks:

1. Download sounds only from trusted sources (for example, https://notificationsounds.com).
2. Before adding a file, check it with an antivirus (built into Samsung or via Dr.Web).
3. Do not change system files without backup (use Smart Switch for backup).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about changing notification sounds in Telegram on Samsung

Is it possible to set different sounds for different chats in Telegram?

Yes, but only with the help of third-party applications like Notification History or MacroDroid. There is no such function in the standard Telegram settings. An alternative is to create separate folders for chats and assign different sounds to them via Settings → Notifications → Notification categories (available at Android 8.0+).

Why did the notification sound reset after updating One UI?

This is due to the fact that Samsung resets some settings multimedia after major updates. To get your sound back:

1. Check if the file is still in the folder Notifications.
2. Restart Telegram.
3. Select the sound again in the notification settings.

How to make vibration along with the notification sound?

In Telegram, vibration can be configured separately from sound:

1. Open Settings → Notifications and sounds.
2. Select Chat (or another section).
3. Activate the switch Vibration.
4. Click Type vibration and select one of the suggested ones or create your own template.

On Samsung you can also adjust the vibration intensity in Settings → Sound and vibration → Vibration intensity.

Can I set music from Spotify as a notification sound?

No, it’s not possible directly. But you can:

1. Download the track via Spotify (if you have a premium subscription) or use third-party services to download audio.
2. Trim the track to 5 seconds in Ringtone Maker.
3. Save the file in format .mp3 and add it in Telegram via Settings → Notifications → Add sound.

⚠️ Attention: Use of music from Spotify without permission of the copyright holder may violate copyright.

Why is the sound of Telegram notifications quieter on Samsung Galaxy than other applications?

This is due to the settings One UI, where for each application you can adjust the volume separately. To fix:

1. Open Settings → Sound and vibration → Notification volume.
2. Click App volume.
3. Find Telegram in the list and move the volume slider to the right.

Also check if the mode is activated Adaptive sound —it automatically reduces the volume in quiet rooms.