Best Tips for Microsoft Teams Call
There are a number of ways you can collaborate with calls on Microsoft Teams, regardless of whether you’re using a desktop or mobile device.
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Transfer a call
- It is possible to transfer a call from the call controls when you’re in a call, by choosing More actions (…) > Transfer.
- Choose the person to whom the call should be transferred, and type their name.
- Once you have selected Transfer, you will be able to complete the process.
Merge a call
The best way to pull someone new into a call, when you are already on one, is to merge the existing call with the new one.
- When you are in the Calls section, you will need to type in a name or number, and then select Call.When you make the second call, the first call will be automatically put on hold and you will not have to do anything about it.
- Select More actions (…) > Merge Calls on your call controls after the second call connects.
- Then select the call that you want to merge with, and then click the Merge button.
Give Park a call
If you want to pick up a call from one device while it is on hold on another, place it on hold on both devices.
- If you are currently on a call on your first device, you can park the call by selecting More actions (…) > Park Call.A unique code will be provided to you by Teams so that you can retrieve your call at a later time.
- If you do not have a second device such as a mobile phone or a tablet available, grab the Teams app and select the Calls option.
- You can make a call by tapping Make a call > Parked calls.
- Tap the Pick up button after you have entered the unique code.
- To view more conferencing options, select More actions (…).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Microsoft team call better?
- Make sure that the computer is elevated so you are able to see the camera from a distance. …
- In addition to the computer, you should place a tall lamp next to it “where you feel it would be most convenient for you to use it”. …
- If you don’t want to see the table cover, you can put a white piece of paper on it or a white tablecloth.
How do I use Microsoft Teams for phone calls?
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Are Teams calls recorded?
Can my boss see my Teams calls?
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Can Teams calls be recorded without you knowing?
Do and don’ts of Microsoft Teams?
- 1 Join on mute. …
- 2 Use background blur to minimize distractions. …
- 3 Turn the camera on when possible. …
- 4 Follow a detailed agenda. …
- 5 Download the Teams app to your computer. …
- 6 Don’t over-invite people. …
- 7 Stay muted while you’re not talking. …
- 8 Zoom in when sharing your screen.
How do you master a Microsoft team?
- Sync Files to Teams. …
- Use a Custom Background. …
- Try Inline Translation. …
- Experiment with Captions. …
- Record Your Meetings. …
- Try Some Keyboard Shortcuts. …
- Add Context with Intelligent Capture. …
- Integrate Some Third-Party Apps or Bots.