How to Mute a Call with AirPods: A Step-by-Step Guide
- Barcode Live
- Oct 2, 2023
- 2 min read
How to Mute a Call with AirPods: A Step-by-Step Guide? AirPods are a great way to make and receive calls on the go. However, there may be times when you need to mute your call, such as when you're in a meeting or when you don't want to be disturbed.
There are a few different ways to mute a call with AirPods. Here's a step-by-step guide for each device:

iPhone and iPad
Press and hold the stem of either AirPod.
Tap on the Mute button on the call screen.
Mac
Go to the Menu Bar and select Sound > Mute AirPods.
Press and hold the Control key and press the F12 key.
Android
Tap on the three dots in the top right corner of the call screen.
Tap on Mute.
Other Devices
If you're using AirPods with a device that doesn't have a dedicated mute button, you can mute your call by pressing and holding both AirPods at the same time.
Muting Calls with AirPods on Different Devices
Here's a more detailed guide on how to mute calls with AirPods on different devices:
iPhone and iPad
To mute a call with AirPods on iPhone and iPad, simply press and hold the stem of either AirPod. You'll see a mute icon appear on the call screen. To unmute yourself, simply press and hold the stem of either AirPod again.
You can also mute a call with AirPods by tapping on the Mute button on the call screen. The Mute button is located in the bottom right corner of the call screen. To unmute yourself, simply tap on the Mute button again.
Mac
To mute a call with AirPods on Mac, you have two options:
Go to the Menu Bar and select Sound > Mute AirPods.
Press and hold the Control key and press the F12 key.
To unmute yourself, simply do the opposite of whichever method you used to mute yourself.
Android
To mute a call with AirPods on Android, follow these steps:
Tap on the three dots in the top right corner of the call screen.
Tap on Mute.
To unmute yourself, simply tap on the Mute button again.
Other Devices
If you're using AirPods with a device that doesn't have a dedicated mute button, you can mute your call by pressing and holding both AirPods at the same time. To unmute yourself, simply press and hold both AirPods at the same time again.
Tips for Muting Calls with AirPods
Here are a few tips for muting calls with AirPods:
You can also mute a call with AirPods by asking Siri to do it. Just say "Hey Siri, mute my call."
If you're using AirPods Pro, you can also mute your call by squeezing inward on the stem of either AirPod.
If you're using AirPods Max, you can also mute your call by flipping the Digital Crown down.
Conclusion
Muting calls with AirPods is a quick and easy way to silence your call when you need to. By following the steps above, you can easily mute your call with AirPods on any device.
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