The ability to convert audio from a video-sharing platform for use as a personalized alert on a mobile operating system is a common digital practice. For example, a user might extract the audio track of a favored song from a video hosted online and then designate that audio excerpt as the sound that notifies them of an incoming call or message on their device.
This functionality provides users with enhanced customization options for their devices, allowing them to move beyond pre-installed or commercially available sound options. Historically, this has been driven by a desire for personalization and a rejection of standardized mobile experiences. Further, it presents an accessible method of obtaining unique audio alerts without direct monetary cost, leveraging the vast library of available content on the video platform.