OVERVIEW
This article describes how to start a call on Microsoft Teams.
You can make one-on-one calls or group calls with anyone in Teams directly from a chat, without having to host a team meeting. Please note that access to a microphone is required for voice calls, and access to a microphone and a camera are required for video calls.
This page outlines the following ways to make calls on MS Teams:
- Make a call from the "Call" tab,
- Make a call from a chat, or
- Make a call from an individual's profile.
Note: Outside calling (i.e., dialing number) is not available at the moment.
How to make a call from the "Call" tab
Step 1. In MS Teams, go to the "Call" tab on the left menu bar.
Step 2. Enter the name of the individual(s) you want to call in the "call" field. Once you are ready, select the "Call" button below the recent contacts to initiate the call.
Step 3. A call window will pop up. Select "Leave" to cancel or end the call.
How to make a call from a chat
Step 1. In MS Teams, go to a chat with the individual(s) you want to call.
Step 2. Select the "Audio call" or "Video call" icon on the top right corner of the chat window.
Step 3. A call window will pop up. Select "Leave" to cancel or end the call.
How to make a call from an individual's profile
Step 1. Hover over someone's profile photo anywhere in Teams.
Step 2. Select the "Audio call" or "Video call" icon from their contact card.
Step 3. A call window will pop up. Select "Leave" to cancel or end the call.
