Answering a call on your Google Pixel 7 is a simple process designed for quick action so you can connect with the caller immediately. When your phone rings, the incoming call screen presents you with clear options.
Steps to Answer an Incoming Call
The primary way to answer a call involves interacting with icons that appear on your screen during an incoming call.
- Identify the Answering Option: Look for the green phone icon.
- Perform the Action: Typically, you will swipe the green phone icon upwards or towards the center of the screen. The visual cue will usually indicate which direction to swipe.
Once you perform this action, your phone will connect the call. As noted in the provided reference, immediately after completing the action, you are "on the call." The reference adds, "And that's all you have to do when you want to answer the calls," highlighting the straightforward nature of the process.
Call Screen Options
When a call comes in, your screen usually displays more than just the answer option. You'll typically see:
- Caller Information: The name and number of the incoming call.
- Answer Icon: A green phone icon (or similar) that you interact with to accept the call.
- Decline Icon: A red phone icon (or similar) that you interact with to reject the call.
- Other Options: Depending on your settings and the call type, you might see options to send a text message reply, screen the call, or silence the ringer.
Here's a quick look at the common actions:
| Action | Icon/Button | Typical Interaction | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Answer | Green Phone Icon | Swipe Up/Towards | Connects the call. |
| Decline | Red Phone Icon | Swipe Down/Away | Sends the call to voicemail or ends it. |
| Silence | Volume Buttons | Press | Stops the ringing/vibration. |
| Screen Call | Screen Call Button | Tap | Google Assistant answers and transcribes. |
| Reply Text | Text Bubble Icon | Tap | Sends a quick preset or custom message. |
Choosing the green answer icon and performing the required swipe connects you to the caller, putting you "on the call," as the provided reference confirms. The simplicity of this action is what the reference refers to when it states, "And that's all you have to do."
Successfully answering the call transitions your phone from the incoming call screen to the active call interface, allowing you to begin your conversation.
