Dial pad to interact with an automated phone system, such as entering a code, when you call your voicemail, or make a selection when you call an office reception desk.Devices to switch to a different device.Select the Call Controls button for the following options: Use the other call controls as appropriate: Voice mail: to call the contact’s voice mail (not available for Office 365 users)Īfter the call connects, use the mic button at the bottom of the window to mute/unmute yourself, and the handset button to end the call. Skype for Business Skype call: to call the contact in Skype for Business New Number…: to enter a different number to call that person Work: to call the contact at a work number (not available for Office 365 users) Then choose one of the following options for the call: To call a contact using Skype for Business, select the contact and select the phone button. We strongly recommend that you check your audio and video devices before joining a meeting or making a call, to make sure you’re all set. Before you make a call make sure that you have an audio device connected to your computer. Make and receive calls using Skype for Business Skype for Business automatically detects your devices, such as a headset, mic, speakers and cameras.

Look out for more posts explaining some more of the basic functions in Skype for Business. Following on from my last blog post here’s the third Skype for Business Top Tip taken from the Microsoft Office Support Website.

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