How to Make a Call in a Telegram Group: Start Voice and Video Calls on Android, iPhone, and Desktop

Table of Contents

• Understanding Group Calls in Telegram

• Making Voice Calls in Telegram Groups on Android

• Starting Video Calls on Android Devices

• Voice Calls in Telegram Groups on iPhone

• Video Calls on iPhone: Step-by-Step Guide

• Group Calls on Desktop Platforms

• Managing Call Settings and Preferences

• Troubleshooting Common Call Issues

• Why Choose Turrit as Your Telegram Client

Making calls within Telegram groups connects you instantly with multiple people at once. Whether you use Android, iPhone, or a desktop computer, Telegram provides built-in tools for voice and video communication. Group calls work differently than one-on-one conversations, and understanding these differences helps you use the feature effectively. This guide explains exactly how to start and manage voice and video calls in Telegram groups across all platforms.

Understanding Group Calls in Telegram

Telegram group calls allow multiple members to participate in real-time conversations. Unlike direct messages, group calls include everyone you invite, making them ideal for team meetings, family gatherings, or community discussions. Telegram supports up to 30 participants in a group call, and the platform encrypts all calls with end-to-end encryption for privacy. You can switch between voice-only and video modes during the call without interrupting the conversation.

Group calls also feature screen sharing capabilities, allowing you to display your screen to all participants. This function works on desktop and mobile devices, making remote collaboration easier. Members can join calls at any time if the organizer permits, and the call continues until the last person leaves.

Making Voice Calls in Telegram Groups on Android

Starting a voice call in a Telegram group on Android requires just a few taps. Open the group chat where you want to make the call. Look for the phone icon in the top right corner of the group header. Tap this icon to start a voice call. Telegram will display a list of group members, and you can select which people you want to invite to the call. You don't need to invite everyone in the group—choose specific members based on your needs.

After selecting participants, tap the green call button to initiate the voice call. Telegram sends notifications to invited members, and they can choose to accept or decline. Once members accept the invitation, they join the call automatically. During the call, you see a list of participants with their names and connection status. The bottom of the screen shows controls for muting, adding more participants, and ending the call.

To add more people during an active call, tap the plus icon and select additional members from the group. This flexibility lets you expand conversations as needed without ending and restarting the call.

Starting Video Calls on Android Devices

Video calls in Telegram groups on Android start similarly to voice calls, but with one additional step. Open your group chat and tap the phone icon in the top right corner. Select the members you want to invite, then instead of tapping the green call button, look for a camera icon. This switches the call to video mode before connecting.

Once the video call starts, Telegram displays your camera feed along with other participants' feeds. On Android, you can switch between the front and rear camera by tapping the camera swap icon. Swipe up to see the participant list, and tap on any participant to view their video feed in full screen. This helps you focus on specific speakers during group conversations.

The video call interface on Android includes buttons for muting audio, turning off your camera, sharing your screen, and managing participants. You can tap the three-dot menu to access more options like enabling hand raise, which lets members request speaking time in larger groups. Screen sharing on Android lets you display apps, documents, or any content on your screen to all call participants.

Voice Calls in Telegram Groups on iPhone

Starting voice calls in Telegram groups on iPhone uses the same approach as other platforms. Tap the phone icon at the top right of your group chat. The interface presents all group members with checkmarks for selection. Choose the people you want in the call and tap the green call button to send invitations. Telegram alerts selected members immediately, and they see a notification asking them to join the voice call.

On iPhone, the voice call interface displays participants in a grid layout, showing who is speaking through visual indicators. The mute button silences your microphone without disconnecting you from the call. You can tap and hold the mute button to unmute momentarily without fully re-enabling your microphone, useful when you need to quickly say something without staying unmuted.

The speaker button on iPhone switches between speakerphone and ear speaker mode. This helps you adjust audio output based on your environment. The end call button appears in red at the bottom of the screen, and tapping it disconnects you from the group call.

Video Calls on iPhone: Step-by-Step Guide

Video calls on iPhone start by tapping the phone icon in your group chat header. Select participants and then tap the camera icon instead of the regular call button. This initiates a video call with your camera enabled. iPhone automatically requests permission to access your camera if this is your first time starting a video call.

During video calls, your preview appears in the corner of the screen, and other participants fill the remaining space. On iPhone, you can pinch to zoom on any participant's video feed to see them better. The camera flip button lets you switch between front and rear cameras instantly. If you need to share your screen, tap the screen share icon and select your entire screen or a specific app window to broadcast.

The grid view on iPhone shows all participants simultaneously, which helps you track who is in the call. Swipe left or right to see more participants if the group exceeds what fits on one screen. The hand raise feature appears as an icon you can tap to request speaking time, useful in larger group calls where everyone wants to talk.

Group Calls on Desktop Platforms

Telegram desktop clients for Windows, Mac, and Linux support both voice and video group calls. On desktop, the phone icon appears in the group chat header, just like on mobile. Click it to open the call interface. The desktop version shows all group members in a list, and you can select multiple people to invite to your call. Check the boxes next to their names and click the call button to start.

Desktop group calls display participant feeds in a larger format than mobile devices, making it easier to see faces clearly during video conversations. You can resize participant windows by dragging the edges, and minimize them to focus on one speaker. The desktop interface includes a floating toolbar with buttons for muting, camera control, screen sharing, and more.

Screen sharing on desktop is more powerful than on mobile. You can share your entire screen or select a specific window, allowing other participants to see exactly what you want them to see. The desktop client also includes presentation mode, which optimizes the display when you share slides or documents. Recording group calls is possible on desktop versions in some regions, creating a backup of important discussions.

Managing Call Settings and Preferences

Before starting calls, configure your Telegram call settings. Open Telegram settings and navigate to Privacy and Security. Look for the Calls section where you control who can call you and whether calls are encrypted. You can restrict calls to contacts only or allow anyone to reach you. Telegram calls always use encryption, but you can verify this by checking the security indicator during active calls.

Audio input and output settings let you choose which microphone and speaker Telegram uses. On mobile devices, you can switch between different microphones if your phone has multiple options. On desktop, specify which audio device you prefer for calls. Some users prefer headsets for clearer audio, while others use built-in microphones.

Enable notifications for incoming calls in your notification settings. This ensures you don't miss call invitations while using other apps. You can customize notification sounds specifically for calls, making them distinct from regular messages. Some users prefer vibration-only notifications during work hours.

Troubleshooting Common Call Issues

If group calls fail to connect, check your internet connection first. Telegram requires stable internet for voice and video calls. Both WiFi and mobile data work, but poor connections cause call drops or audio delays. Switch between WiFi and mobile data if one connection seems unstable.

Permission issues prevent Telegram from accessing your camera or microphone. On Android and iPhone, go to Settings and find the Telegram app. Enable permissions for camera and microphone. Desktop users should check their operating system settings if Telegram can't access audio devices.

Audio feedback or echo occurs when multiple devices in the same room play Telegram audio simultaneously. Wear headphones to prevent this issue. If you see connection timeouts, close and reopen the Telegram app. This refreshes the connection and often resolves temporary server issues. Restarting your device works for persistent problems.

Video feeds not displaying properly sometimes happen when your device's camera is in use by another app. Close other camera-using apps and try starting the call again. On mobile devices, clearing the Telegram app cache from settings sometimes fixes video issues. Desktop users should update Telegram to the latest version for optimal video performance.

Why Choose Turrit as Your Telegram Client

While Telegram's official app provides solid calling features, Turrit enhances the experience with additional functionality designed for power users. Turrit is a third-party Telegram client that maintains all official calling capabilities while adding unique features that improve group communication.

Turrit includes advanced message translation capabilities that work perfectly for group calls with international participants. The app features 99% accuracy AI translation that lets you translate messages before sending them. This means you can communicate clearly with group members who speak different languages, making international collaboration easier during and after calls.

Real-time translation in Turrit translates entire chat conversations dynamically as you scroll. When you have group calls with non-English speakers, you can enable real-time translation to understand everything being discussed. The accuracy reaches up to 95% for automated translation, and Turrit offers AI translation calibration using models like Claude and Gemini for even higher precision—up to 99% accuracy with up to 30 calibrations daily.

Turrit provides page translation for external links shared during group calls. When members share websites or articles in the chat, Turrit's in-app browser automatically translates the content. This feature helps everyone understand shared resources regardless of language, making group collaboration more inclusive and productive.

Turrit offers unlimited cloud storage, which means you can save call recordings and group chat history without worrying about space limits. The app supports up to 20x faster download speeds for media files, making it easier to retrieve call recordings or important group documents quickly. You can organize these files efficiently within Turrit's unlimited storage system.

Privacy detection in Turrit helps you check your account's privacy score and enhance security with one click. After group calls where sensitive information was discussed, you can verify your privacy settings are properly configured. The app includes keyword blocking settings that let you filter channel ads and unwanted messages from group chats.

Turrit supports logging into up to 10 different Telegram accounts simultaneously. If you manage multiple group chats across different accounts, Turrit lets you switch between them without signing out and back in repeatedly. You can also pin up to 10 chats for quick access to your most important group calls.

The app features a simplified design with customizable interface options. You can switch between side navigation and bottom navigation layouts based on your preference. Turrit lets you change the app icon to match your home screen theme, personalizing your experience beyond what the official Telegram app offers.

Turrit includes enhanced video features through Video Flow, allowing you to browse videos like scrolling through TikTok. You can save favorite videos by tapping the heart icon, and download videos 20x faster to your saved files. The player gesture operation mode lets you swipe up or down to adjust volume and brightness, and swipe left or right to control video progress—perfect for immersive viewing without leaving the app.

Group chat filtering in Turrit helps you manage notifications from busy group calls. You can filter specific users' messages in groups, reducing notification clutter while keeping important messages visible. Content search functionality lets you explore more groups, channels, and bots directly from the search bar, improving your ability to find relevant communities.

Using Turrit for your Telegram group calls gives you the same calling features as the official app plus these additional tools for communication, privacy, and organization. The client maintains compatibility with all Telegram features while providing enhancements that make group communication more efficient and inclusive.