Galaxy S10 Change Text Message Alert Tone

To change the text message alert tone on a Samsung Galaxy S10, open the Messages app, tap the three-dot menu, select Settings, then Notifications, and choose a new sound under “Default notification sound.” This applies to the stock Samsung Messages app; if you use a third-party texting app like Google Messages or WhatsApp, you change the tone in that app’s own settings instead. Below is the full walkthrough, plus how to set custom tones, fix missing sounds, and more.

Formula

The calculator works out two related values: average pace and average speed. Pace is the time it takes to cover one unit of distance, and speed is the distance covered per unit of time. The formulas are:

• Pace (min/km) = Finish time (minutes) ÷ Distance (km)
• Speed (km/h) = Distance (km) ÷ (Finish time (minutes) ÷ 60)

Where:

• Finish time (t) – total time taken, in minutes.
• Distance (d) – total distance covered, in kilometers.
• Pace – minutes per kilometer (min/km).
• Speed – kilometers per hour (km/h).

Worked Example

Using the default values: finish time = 50 minutes, distance = 10 km.

1. Pace = 50 ÷ 10 = 5.00 min/km
2. Speed = 10 ÷ (50 ÷ 60) = 10 ÷ 0.8333 = 12.00 km/h

The calculator shows an average pace of 5.00 min/km and an average speed of 12.00 km/h.

How to Change the Alert Tone in Samsung Messages

The stock Samsung Messages app on the Galaxy S10 lets you set a default notification sound that applies to all text conversations. Here are the steps:

1. Open the Messages app.
2. Tap the three vertical dots (menu) in the top-right corner.
3. Select Settings.
4. Tap Notifications.
5. Under “Default notification sound,” tap the current sound name.
6. Choose a sound from the list, or tap Add to pick a custom audio file.
7. Tap Save or Done to apply.

If you want a different tone for a specific contact, open that conversation, tap the three-dot menu, select People & options, then Notifications and set a custom sound for that person only.

How to Change the Tone in Google Messages

If you use Google Messages (the default on many carriers), the steps are similar but the menu names differ:

1. Open Messages.
2. Tap your profile picture or the three-dot menu, then Settings.
3. Tap Notifications.
4. Under “Default settings,” tap Sound.
5. Pick a sound or add a custom one.

For a single conversation, open the chat, tap the three-dot menu, choose Details > Notifications and set a separate tone.

How to Use a Custom MP3 as Your Text Tone

You can use any audio file (MP3, M4A, OGG) as your alert tone. The easiest way is to copy the file to the Notifications folder on your phone’s internal storage:

1. Connect your Galaxy S10 to a computer via USB, or use a file manager app.
2. Create a folder named Notifications in the main storage (if it doesn’t exist).
3. Copy your audio file into that folder.
4. Go to Settings > Sounds and vibration > Default notification sound (or the app’s notification settings).
5. Your file should appear at the top of the list under “Add” or “From files.”

Alternatively, you can use the Add button in the sound picker and browse to the file directly. The file must be in a supported format and not DRM-protected.

Common Problems and Fixes

Sometimes the tone doesn’t change or no sound plays at all. Here are the usual causes and solutions:

• Wrong app settings: If you use a third-party texting app, the Samsung Messages settings won’t affect it. Change the sound inside that app.
• Do Not Disturb: Check that Do Not Disturb is off or set to allow messages from your contacts. It overrides notification sounds.
• Media volume vs. notification volume: The alert tone uses the notification volume, not media volume. Press the volume button and tap the arrow to see all sliders.
• Per-contact override: If you set a custom tone for a contact, it overrides the default. Check the conversation’s settings.
• Sound file too large or corrupt: Very large audio files may not load. Try a shorter clip or re-encode it.

Comparing Samsung Messages vs. Google Messages

Both apps allow custom tones, but there are differences:

• Samsung Messages: Tighter integration with One UI, supports per-conversation tones easily, and the sound picker includes Samsung’s built-in sounds.
• Google Messages: Simpler interface, but per-contact tones require opening the conversation details. It also supports the same custom file method.
• Third-party apps: Apps like Textra or Pulse give even more options, like per-contact vibration patterns and pop-up previews.

If you switch apps, remember to re-set your notification sound because the old app’s settings don’t carry over.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Galaxy S10 text tone not working?

Check notification volume, Do Not Disturb, and whether you’re using a third-party app. Also make sure the specific conversation doesn’t have a separate silent setting. If the tone works in the preview but not in real messages, the sender might be in a “Muted” conversation.

Can I set a different tone for each contact on the Galaxy S10?

Yes. Open the conversation, tap the three-dot menu, select People & options (or Details in Google Messages), then Notifications and choose a custom sound. This overrides the default tone for that contact.

How do I add a song as my text tone?

Copy the song file to the Notifications folder on your phone, then select it from the sound picker. For best results, trim the song to a short segment (under 30 seconds) using a music editor app.

Why does my text tone keep resetting to default?

This can happen if you’re using a sound file that gets deleted or moved, or if a system update resets notification settings. Re-add the file and set the tone again. Also avoid using a file from a cloud service that isn’t downloaded locally.

Does changing the notification sound affect other alerts?

Yes, the “Default notification sound” in Samsung Messages affects only text messages, not email or other apps. However, if you change the system-wide “Default notification sound” in Settings > Sounds, it will affect all apps that don’t have their own custom sound.

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in t | Finish time | min | 50 | 0
in d | Distance | km | 10 | 0
out pace | Average pace | min/km | t / d | 2
out speed | Average speed | km/h | d / (t / 60) | 2