7 Pro Tips for Crystal-Clear Teams Calls

<p>Optimal audio and video settings are crucial for a seamless and productive Microsoft Teams experience. This guide will guide you through managing your audio and video settings in Microsoft Teams on desktop and mobile devices. Additionally, we will share a list of tips to help you achieve the best possible call quality.</p> <h2 id="steps-on-desktop">Steps on Desktop:</h2><ol> <li>Launch Microsoft Teams and sign in to your account.</li> <li>Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the app.</li> <li>Select ‘Settings’ from the drop-down menu.</li> <li>Click on the ‘Devices’ tab on the left sidebar.</li> <li>Here, you can configure your audio and video settings:<ul> <li>5.1. Choose your preferred speaker, microphone, and camera from the drop-down menus.</li> <li>5.2. Test your audio settings by clicking the ‘Make a test call’ button.</li> <li>5.3. Preview your camera by clicking the ‘Camera’ tab and make any necessary adjustments.</li> </ul> </li> </ol> <h2 id="steps-on-mobile">Steps on Mobile:</h2><ol> <li>Open the Microsoft Teams app on your smartphone or tablet and sign in to your account.</li> <li>Tap on the hamburger menu (three lines) in the app’s top-left corner.</li> <li>Tap on ‘Settings’ at the bottom of the menu.</li> <li>Under the ‘General’ section, tap on ‘Devices.’</li> <li>Here, you can configure your audio and video settings:<ul> <li>5.1. Choose your preferred speaker, microphone, and camera from the drop-down menus.</li> <li>5.2. Test your audio settings by tapping the ‘Make a test call’ button (if available).</li> </ul> </li> </ol> <p>Please note that options may vary depending on your mobile device and the Teams app version.</p> <h2 id="list-of-tips">List of Tips:</h2><ol> <li>Use a high-quality microphone and webcam for better audio and video quality.</li> <li>Position your camera at eye level to create a more engaging video call experience.</li> <li>Ensure that your workspace is well-lit to enhance your video quality.</li> <li>Minimize background noise and echo by using a noise-cancelling microphone or headset.</li> <li>Conduct a test call before important meetings to optimise your audio and video settings.</li> <li>Keep your device drivers and firmware up-to-date for optimal performance.</li> <li>Maintain a stable internet connection to avoid audio and video disruptions.</li> </ol>