How to Mute Another Person on FaceTime: A Step-by-Step Guide

FaceTime is a popular video calling app that allows you to connect with friends, family, and colleagues. Sometimes during a group FaceTime call, you may want to mute the audio of a specific person to minimize background noise or focus on a conversation with another participant. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to mute another person on FaceTime, ensuring a more pleasant and controlled calling experience.

 

 

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1. Launch FaceTime:

 

Open the FaceTime app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac device.

 

Ensure that you are logged in with your Apple ID and connected to the internet.

 

2. Start a FaceTime Call:

 

To mute another person on FaceTime, you first need to initiate a FaceTime call. Follow these steps to start a FaceTime call:

 

Step 1: Launch the FaceTime App

 

• Open the FaceTime app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac device.
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• Ensure that you are signed in with your Apple ID and connected to the internet.
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Step 2: Select a Contact

 

• Tap the "+" button to start a new FaceTime call or choose an existing conversation from your recent calls or contacts
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• Alternatively, you can use the search bar to enter the name, email, or phone number of the person you want to call.
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Step 3: Initiate the Call

 

• Tap the contact's name or select their contact information from the suggested list.
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• On iPhone or iPad, tap the video or audio call button to start the FaceTime call.
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• On Mac, click the video or audio call button.
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Step 4: Wait for the Call to Connect

 

• Wait for the call to connect, and the participant's video window will appear on the screen.
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Step 5: Verify Audio Settings

 

• Before muting the other person, ensure that your audio settings are correctly configured.
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• Check if your microphone is enabled, and the volume is set to an appropriate level.
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Step 6: Proceed to Mute the Participant

 

3. Add Participants:

 

To include the person you want to mute, tap the "+" button or click the "Add Person" option. Enter the person's name, email, or phone number and select their contact information from the suggested list.

 

4. Enable FaceTime Call Controls:

 

Once the call has connected, you will see the FaceTime call controls on the screen. On iPhone or iPad, the call controls are located at the bottom. On Mac, they are displayed at the top.

 

5. Locate the Participant's Window:

 

Identify the participant whose audio you want to mute. Their video window will be displayed among the other participants' windows.

 

6. Activate Mute:

 

On iPhone or iPad, tap the screen to reveal the call controls, then tap the "..." button. On Mac, hover over the participant's video window and click the microphone icon.

 

7. Mute the Participant:

 

In the menu that appears on iPhone or iPad, tap the "Mute" option next to the participant's name. On Mac, click the microphone icon to mute the participant's audio.

 

8. Verify Muted Status:

 

Check the participant's video window to confirm that the microphone icon is now crossed out or grayed out.This indicates that the participant's audio is muted and they won't be able to transmit sound during the call.

 

Unmute the Participant: If you wish to unmute the participant at any point, repeat the steps above and select the "Unmute" option or click the microphone icon again.

 

Continue the FaceTime Call: Carry on with your FaceTime call, knowing that the participant you muted won't be able to contribute audio.

 

 

 

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Muting another person on FaceTime can help create a more focused and controlled calling experience, especially during group calls. By following the step-by-step guide outlined in this article, you can easily mute the audio of a specific participant, minimizing background noise and distractions. Remember that participants can unmute themselves if needed, and you can always unmute them if you wish to include their audio again. Enjoy your FaceTime calls with greater control and clarity by utilizing the mute feature when necessary.