How to set a melody for an incoming WhatsApp message?

How to set a melody for an incoming WhatsApp message - briefly?

To set a melody for an incoming WhatsApp message, open the app and go to your profile. Tap on 'Notifications' and then select 'Message Tone.' You can choose from the available options or upload a custom ringtone.

How to set a melody for an incoming WhatsApp message - in detail?

To set a custom melody or ringtone for incoming WhatsApp messages, follow these detailed steps:

1. Download Your Preferred Ringtone: First, you need to have the ringtone file saved on your device. Ensure that the file is in a supported format such as MP3 or M4R (for iOS devices). You can download ringtones from various websites or create your own using audio editing software.

2. Transfer the File (if necessary): If you've downloaded the ringtone on your computer, transfer it to your phone using a USB cable or cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox.

3. Locate the Ringtone File: On Android devices, use a file manager app to locate the downloaded ringtone file. On iOS devices, you can find the ringtone in the Files app after transferring it via iTunes or other methods.

4. Set the Custom Ringtone for WhatsApp on Android:

   • Open the WhatsApp application.
   • Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner to access the menu.
   • Select "Settings."
   • Go to "Notifications."
   • Under "Message tone," tap on the current ringtone to open a list of available sounds.
   • Scroll down and select "Add from file" or a similar option to browse your device's storage for the custom ringtone you downloaded earlier.
   • Select the ringtone file and set it as your WhatsApp message tone.

5. Set the Custom Ringtone for WhatsApp on iOS:

   • Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
   • Scroll down and tap on "Notifications."
   • Find and select "WhatsApp" from the list of apps.
   • Under "Sounds," you will see an option to set a custom tone for alerts (messages). Tap on it.
   • Choose "Select from File" or a similar option to browse your device's storage and select the ringtone file you transferred earlier.
   • Confirm your selection, and the custom ringtone will be set for incoming WhatsApp messages.

6. Test Your New Ringtone: Send yourself a test message through WhatsApp to ensure that the new ringtone is playing correctly whenever you receive a message.

By following these steps, you can easily personalize your WhatsApp experience with a custom melody for incoming messages, making it more enjoyable and distinctive.