Arranging a FaceTime call is a simple process performed directly within the FaceTime application on your Apple device.
To arrange and start a new FaceTime call, you will use the features available near the top of the app's screen.
Steps to Start a FaceTime Call
Here is how you can arrange a FaceTime call based on the standard process:
- Open the FaceTime app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
- Near the top of the screen, tap New FaceTime. This action initiates the process for setting up a new call.
- Type the names or numbers of the individuals you wish to include in the call into the entry field located at the top of the screen. As you type, FaceTime may suggest contacts.
- Alternatively, to add participants from your existing address book, tap the button or area that allows you to open Contacts and add people from there.
- You can also choose to tap suggested contacts that appear based on your recent communication history.
- Once you have added all the desired participants, you can choose whether to start a video or audio FaceTime call.
By following these steps, you effectively "arrange" and initiate your FaceTime connection with others.
Adding Participants to Your Call
The flexibility in adding participants makes arranging a FaceTime call convenient:
- Direct Entry: Quickly add people if you know their phone number or Apple ID email address by typing it directly.
- From Contacts: Access your full contact list to select individuals without needing to remember their number or Apple ID. This is particularly useful for adding multiple people to a group call.
- Suggested Contacts: For frequent contacts, simply tapping their name from the suggestions list can save time.
Whether you are making a one-on-one call or arranging a group session, these methods provide straightforward ways to gather everyone before starting.
FaceTime Call Types
When arranging your call, you typically have two options:
| Call Type | Description | Primary Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Includes live video and audio transmission. | Face-to-face conversations |
| Audio | Includes only audio transmission, like a phone call but uses data. | Voice calls using Apple ID/data |
Choosing the desired type is usually an option presented after you've added your participants but before the call connects.
Arranging a FaceTime call centers on opening the app and utilizing the "New FaceTime" option to select who you want to connect with.
