If you've ever wanted to stand out from the crowd each time your phone rings, creating custom ringtones on your iPhone and MacOS Catalina is the perfect solution for you. With the latest software update from Apple, it's easier than ever to personalize your ringtones and set them up on your iPhone. Let's dive into how you can make your favorite songs or sounds into custom ringtones with the tools you already have.
First and foremost, it's important to ensure that your iPhone and Mac are running the latest software versions. MacOS Catalina brings a new feature that allows seamless syncing of custom ringtones between your devices, making the process a breeze. Once you're updated, let's get started by selecting the song or sound you want to use as your custom ringtone.
Using the Music app on your Mac, locate the song you want to turn into a ringtone. Right-click on the song and select "Song Info." Next, navigate to the "Options" tab and set the start and stop times for the segment of the song you want as your ringtone. Remember, ringtones are typically around 30 seconds long, so you may need to trim the song accordingly.
After setting the start and stop times, go back to the Music app and click on "File" in the menu bar. From there, select "Convert" and then "Create AAC version." This will create a new version of the song with the specified segment you set earlier. You can then locate this newly created file in your Music library.
Next, locate the AAC version of your song file in Finder. Right-click on the file, select "Get Info," and rename the file extension from .m4a to .m4r. This step is crucial, as it designates the file as a ringtone file that can be recognized by your iPhone.
Now that you have your custom ringtone file ready, it's time to sync it to your iPhone. Connect your iPhone to your Mac using a USB cable and open the Finder app. Your iPhone should appear in the sidebar. Simply drag and drop your custom ringtone file into the Tones section under your iPhone in Finder. Once the sync is complete, you can disconnect your iPhone.
On your iPhone, navigate to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone and you should see your custom ringtone listed among the options. Select it, and voila! Your personalized ringtone is now set.
With the easy-to-follow steps outlined above, you can now enjoy having a unique ringtone that suits your style and stands out from the default options. Whether it's a snippet of your favorite song or a funny sound, customizing your ringtone adds a personal touch to your iPhone experience.