How to Call on Telegram Group: Start Voice and Video Calls

Table of Contents

• Understanding Group Calls on Telegram

• How to Start Voice Calls in Telegram Groups

• How to Start Video Calls in Telegram Groups

• Managing Active Group Calls

• Troubleshooting Common Call Issues

• Best Practices for Group Calling

• Why Choose Turrit as Your Telegram Client

Group calling on Telegram transforms how you communicate with multiple people at once. Whether you need to hold quick team meetings, catch up with friends, or manage important business discussions, starting voice and video calls in groups has become easier than ever. This guide walks you through the complete process of initiating and managing group calls, helping you take full advantage of Telegram's communication features.

Understanding Group Calls on Telegram

Telegram allows users to create voice and video calls with up to 1,000 participants simultaneously, making it a powerful platform for various communication needs. Group calls work differently from one-on-one calls, offering unique features and limitations you need to understand before starting.

When you initiate a group call on Telegram, not everyone in the group automatically joins. Instead, participants receive an invitation and can choose to join when they are available. This design respects user time and prevents unexpected disruptions to ongoing conversations.

The platform supports both voice and video calls within the same interface. You can start with audio and upgrade to video later, or begin with video from the start. Each call type serves different purposes—voice calls work well for quick discussions and save bandwidth, while video calls provide face-to-face interaction when it matters most.

How to Start Voice Calls in Telegram Groups

Starting a voice call in a Telegram group requires just a few taps. First, open the group chat where you want to initiate the call. Look for the phone icon or call button typically located at the top right of your screen next to the search and menu buttons.

Tap the call button and select "Voice Call" from the options that appear. Telegram will immediately begin notifying group members of the incoming call. You can add more participants by tapping the plus icon during the call, allowing people to join even after the call has started.

The voice call interface displays all active participants with their names and status. You can mute and unmute your microphone, adjust audio settings, and control speaker volume directly from the call screen. The interface remains simple and intuitive, focusing on functionality without unnecessary clutter.

One important feature is the ability to share your screen during voice calls. This works well for presentations or when you need to show others what you are working on. Simply tap the share screen option during an active call to begin broadcasting your display.

How to Start Video Calls in Telegram Groups

Video calls in Telegram groups follow the same basic process as voice calls but with additional camera controls. Begin by opening your desired group and tapping the call button at the top of the screen. This time, select "Video Call" instead of the voice-only option.

Telegram will request camera and microphone permissions if you have not previously granted them. Grant these permissions to enable full video functionality. Your camera feed appears in a small preview window while you wait for other participants to accept the call invitation.

Once people join your video call, you see their video feeds in a gallery view. The speaker view highlights whoever is currently talking, making conversations easier to follow. You can switch between gallery and speaker views by tapping the layout toggle button.

During video calls, you have the option to blur your background, which is useful when you are not in a professional setting. Tap the video settings icon to access background blur, camera selection, and other video-specific options. You can switch between front and rear cameras mid-call if needed.

Bandwidth considerations matter when using video calls with large groups. If you experience connection issues, reducing video quality helps stabilize the call. Telegram automatically adjusts quality based on your network, but you can manually control these settings.

Managing Active Group Calls

Once a group call is running, managing participants and call quality becomes important. As the call initiator, you can control who speaks and when. Mute specific participants if background noise becomes an issue, though all users can mute themselves at any time.

The participant list shows everyone who has joined your call. Some members might be listening without video, which is perfectly acceptable for audio-heavy discussions. You can see their microphone and camera status at a glance.

Recording group calls is possible on Telegram for keeping records of important meetings. When recording, all participants receive a notification that the call is being saved. This transparency maintains trust and follows legal requirements in many jurisdictions.

Screen sharing works during group calls, allowing you to present slides, documents, or any content from your device. Participants see your shared screen while your video feed appears in a corner window. This feature is invaluable for remote work and collaborative projects.

Call duration has no set limit on Telegram, so your group calls can run as long as needed. However, longer calls consume more battery and data, so staying aware of battery status on mobile devices is wise.

Troubleshooting Common Call Issues

Connection problems occasionally interrupt Telegram group calls. If you experience dropped calls or poor audio quality, first check your internet connection strength. Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data to identify which connection works better.

Microphone issues are common when multiple users speak simultaneously. Telegram processes audio to reduce echo and background noise, but in very noisy environments, results may vary. Using external microphones improves audio quality significantly.

Camera problems usually stem from app permissions or hardware issues. Go to your device settings and ensure Telegram has camera access. If another app uses the camera, close it before starting video calls. Restart the Telegram app if camera functionality remains unavailable.

Lag during video calls typically indicates insufficient bandwidth. Close other apps consuming internet resources and ask other participants to disable video if the call becomes too choppy. Reducing video quality through settings helps maintain smooth operation.

If calls end unexpectedly, check whether your internet dropped. Telegram automatically disconnects calls when network connectivity is lost. Reconnecting to your network and calling again usually resolves the issue quickly.

Best Practices for Group Calling

Planning ahead improves group call experiences significantly. Let participants know when calls will happen, allowing them to prepare and gather in quiet locations. Unexpected calls work occasionally, but scheduled calls ensure better attendance and engagement.

Using headphones with microphones produces much better audio than built-in device speakers. This reduces echo, improves sound clarity, and makes conversations more pleasant for everyone involved.

Test your audio and video before important calls. Start a test call with a friend to verify microphone levels, camera angle, and lighting. This small step prevents embarrassing technical difficulties during critical meetings.

Keep group calls focused by assigning a moderator who guides discussions and prevents off-topic tangents. Clear agendas help meetings run efficiently and respect everyone's time.

Minimize background distractions during calls. Silence notifications, close unnecessary browser tabs, and alert people in your space that you are on an important call. This shows respect to other participants.

Why Choose Turrit as Your Telegram Client

While Telegram offers powerful native features, alternative clients like Turrit enhance the experience with additional functionality. Turrit maintains full compatibility with group calling while adding features that the official client does not provide.

Turrit includes advanced translation capabilities that work seamlessly during and after calls. If your group includes international participants, Turrit's AI-powered translation with 99% accuracy automatically translates messages in real-time, breaking down language barriers without extra steps.

The platform offers unlimited cloud storage, so all your group call recordings, shared files, and important documents stay safely backed up without worrying about space limitations. This is particularly valuable for teams managing extensive project documentation and meeting archives.

Turrit allows you to manage up to 10 Telegram accounts simultaneously, perfect for users who maintain separate professional and personal accounts or manage multiple business profiles. Switching between accounts happens instantly without logging out.

Privacy detection in Turrit helps you understand your account security status and improve it with one click. This feature is especially important when you use group calls to discuss sensitive information.

Keyword blocking and content filtering options in Turrit let you control what appears in your groups and channels. Block advertising messages automatically and filter user messages in groups to create a cleaner, more focused communication environment for important work and discussions.

The customizable interface of Turrit lets you switch between side navigation and bottom navigation layouts based on your preference. You can also customize the app icon to match your home screen theme, making the application feel truly personal.

Video and channel features in Turrit work like browsing TikTok, making content discovery engaging and intuitive. The Video Flow feature lets you scroll through content seamlessly, and you can save favorite videos with a single tap.

Download speeds in Turrit reach up to 20 times faster than standard rates, making file transfers during group calls nearly instantaneous. This speed improvement transforms how quickly team members can share and access important resources during collaborative sessions.

The real-time page translation feature in Turrit translates external links and websites instantly through the in-app browser. When group members share links during calls, you can immediately understand their content regardless of language.

Group remarks in Turrit allow you to rename groups for your own visibility only, keeping your chat names organized and making it easier to find specific groups quickly. This personal customization improves your workflow significantly when managing many group calls across different projects and purposes.