{"id":57050,"date":"2025-07-15T16:45:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T23:45:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newrcblog.wpengine.com\/us\/en\/blog\/?p=57050"},"modified":"2025-11-27T03:31:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T11:31:59","slug":"call-phone-from-computer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/us\/en\/blog\/call-phone-from-computer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to call phones from a computer (and why you might want to)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Staying connected, be that to colleagues, contacts, or customers, is vital in business. That\u2019s why having a wide array of communications options available to you and your teams is always a good idea. Being able to easily make a phone call from computer to computer or computer to phone is one such option.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology, you can use almost any device with an internet connection to make phone calls. That includes your trusty computer, and making phone calls from computer can be quick and convenient in a number of circumstances.<\/p>\n<p>With a business phone system like that provided by RingCentral RingEX, what\u2019s more, it can be cost-effective and good for business productivity, too.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"make\">Make a phone call from computer: Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>VoIP technology enables you to make calls over the internet rather than using traditional telephony networks. That means you can make a phone call from a computer as long as it\u2019s online.<\/li>\n<li>With a communications solution like RingCentral RingEX, it\u2019s quick and easy to call a phone from computer, connect to another computer, or really reach out to any number or contact you need.<\/li>\n<li>There are a number of reasons you may want to make a call from computer. In a business context, it can be more convenient, cost-effective, and secure than other alternatives.<\/li>\n<li>RingEX is more than a solution to enable calling from computer to phone. It\u2019s an AI-powered communications platform that unifies all your business communication channels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"phone\">Phone call from computers: How does it work?<\/h2>\n<p>A VoIP phone enables you to make a call from your PC via the internet, eliminating the need for traditional landlines or cell phones.<\/p>\n<p>This technology converts voice signals into digital data, transmitting them over the internet to connect calls. Users can make and receive VoIP calls using computers, smartphones, or tablets, equipped with a microphone and speakers or a headset.<\/p>\n<p>Virtual phone numbers, provided by VoIP phone services, enhance flexibility by allowing users to have a consistent phone number across multiple devices. That makes it easy to make and take business calls, access your contact list, and more from any PC, laptop, mobile phone, or other device.<\/p>\n<p>VoIP providers not only facilitate cloud calling but also offer a range of advanced features you can\u2019t always get with traditional phone lines, including call recording, virtual receptionists, and video conference call services.<\/p>\n<p>This technology is a convenient and cost-effective solution for both personal and business communication needs, integrating seamlessly with other digital tools and platforms for a more efficient and integrated communication system.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how\">How to make calls from computers with RingCentral<\/h2>\n<p>Wondering how to make a call from your computer? With a business phone system (and more) from RingCentral, learning how to call on computer couldn\u2019t be easier.<\/p>\n<h3>Check your settings<\/h3>\n<p>First, let\u2019s make sure your system is set up correctly. To make and receive calls using the RingCentral desktop and web app:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure phone features are turned on in your account.<\/li>\n<li>Determine if your extension has a DigitalLine.<\/li>\n<li>If it does, you can make calls directly.<\/li>\n<li>If it doesn\u2019t, you can use the RingOut feature for desktop and web to make calls.<\/li>\n<li>Depending on the location of the person you\u2019re trying to call, you may need to use a specific dial plan.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure you\u2019ve set up your microphone and speakers for calls.<\/li>\n<li>This article covers individual calls, but you can also handle multiple calls at once in the RingCentral desktop and web app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Using the Phone menu<\/h3>\n<p>The first way to make a phone call from your computer with RingCentral, is via the phone menu:<\/p>\n<p>1.\u00a0 Go to Phone in the left navigation bar.<br \/>\n2.\u00a0 Use the default Caller ID or select a new number from the My Caller ID dropdown.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59973\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image2-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \/><br \/>\n3.\u00a0 Place your call in one of two ways:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Begin typing a name or phone number to bring up a list of contacts. Find your contact on the list, then click the name to make the call.<\/li>\n<li>Click the number keys to enter a phone number, then click the Call button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Using the dial pad<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re using an older version of the Phone menu, you can make calls via the dial pad:<br \/>\n1.\u00a0 Click the dial pad icon at the top right.<br \/>\n2.\u00a0 Use the default Caller ID or select a new number from the Call dropdown.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59974\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image10.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"846\" \/><br \/>\n3. Place your call in one of three ways:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Begin typing a name or phone number to bring up a list of contacts. Find your contact on the list, then click the name to make the call.<\/li>\n<li>Click the Clock icon to see your recent call history, then click the name of the contact you\u2019d like to call.\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59975\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"510\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Click the number keys to enter a phone number, then click the Call button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Using the phone icon<\/h3>\n<p>As a RingEX user, you can also make calls from computer straight from a message thread with your chosen contact:<\/p>\n<p>1.\u00a0 Go to Message in the left navigation bar.<br \/>\n2. Select the conversation with the person you\u2019d like to call.<br \/>\n3. Click the phone icon at the top of your screen to start a call.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59976\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"530\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Using the Text menu<\/h3>\n<p>RingEX also caters to your business text messaging, and it\u2019s easy to switch to a call from a text thread if you need to:<\/p>\n<p>1. Go to Text in the left navigation bar.<br \/>\n2. Select the text message conversation with the person you want to call.<br \/>\n3. Click the Phone icon at the top of your screen to start a call.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59978\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image8-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"512\" height=\"159\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">Receiving calls<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59979\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image7-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you receive a call, you can perform several actions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Answer the incoming call.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To Voicemail:<\/strong> Send the caller directly to your voicemail. Note: You\u2019ll need to configure your voicemail settings in your online account.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ignore:<\/strong> Click to silence the call. The call will be sent to the destination specified in your call handling settings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More:<\/strong> Choose from additional options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Forward:<\/strong> Forward the incoming call. Your call forwarding options include forwarding the call to one of your saved devices or phone numbers or select Custom to forward the call to a different number or user.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reply:<\/strong> Respond to the caller with an automated voice message. Double-click one of the preset messages or enter a custom message in the text field at the bottom. Then click Enter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"free\">Is there a free phone call from a computer option?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, there are a number of ways to make a phone call from the computer for free..<\/p>\n<p>Many smartphones can be linked to computers, allowing you to make and take calls using your phone number without needing a separate app or VoIP service.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Apple\u2019s Continuity feature lets iPhone (or other iOS device) users make calls from their Mac, while those with an Android phone (or other Android devices) can link them with a Windows PC using the Phone Link app.<\/p>\n<p>These features use your phone\u2019s cellular connection, making it a convenient option for seamless communication across devices.<\/p>\n<h3>For Windows users<\/h3>\n<p>1.\u00a0 First, make sure you turn on Bluetooth for both your phone and your computer.<br \/>\n2. Open up the Phone Link app on your computer and click Calls.<br \/>\n3. Dial the desired number on the keypad or use the Search your contacts box to find a name or number.<br \/>\n4. Click the Dial icon to call.<\/p>\n<h3>For MacOS device users<\/h3>\n<p>First, make sure the settings on your devices are configured correctly:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Both devices need to be near each other and meet the continuity system requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Both devices must be logged in to FaceTime with the same Apple ID.<\/li>\n<li>Turn Wi-Fi on for both devices.<\/li>\n<li>Connect both devices to the same network.<\/li>\n<li>Enable \u201cCalls from iPhone\u201d in your settings.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Video calls<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>\u00a0Open the FaceTime app on your Mac and log in.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Click New FaceTime and dial in the number you want to call. If the number is saved in your\u00a0 \u00a0Contacts, you can enter their name instead.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Hit return to start your call.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4>Audio calls<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>\u00a0Open the Contacts app on your Mac.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Select the number you\u2019d like to call.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Click the phone button to start your call.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"benefits\">Benefits of phone calling from a computer<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now you know how to make phone calls from computer, you may be\u00a0 wondering why you\u2019d want to. Here are just a few of the benefits\u00a0 your business could enjoy if you start to make calls from computers:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Convenience<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re working on your computer, being able to make calls from the same device streamlines your workflow.<\/p>\n<p>This setup means you don\u2019t have to keep switching between devices, allowing you to quickly respond to calls without interrupting your tasks. It\u2019s especially useful in remote work environments where a unified device can enhance productivity.<\/p>\n<h3>Cost-efficiency<\/h3>\n<p>In a business context, making calls from a computer can significantly lower costs.<\/p>\n<p>This reduces the need for additional hardware, saving money on buying, maintaining, and storing equipment, and reduces the costs associated with managing multiple communication systems.<\/p>\n<p>Businesses also don\u2019t have the hassle of dealing with and paying for multiple mobile contracts and extra costs for international calls.<\/p>\n<h3>Security<\/h3>\n<p>VoIP service providers like RingCentral offer enterprise-grade security features to protect virtual calls and meetings conducted via computer.<\/p>\n<p>These security measures include strict authorization protocols, enhanced data protection, encrypted communications, and more.<\/p>\n<p>This ensures that sensitive information remains confidential and protected from unauthorized access\u2014crucial for maintaining data privacy and compliance in a business environment.<\/p>\n<h3>Integration<\/h3>\n<p>Making calls from your computer allows seamless integration with other tools and solutions, such as CRMs and data management systems.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, RingCentral offers more than 300 pre-built integrations including with popular apps like Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack,\u00a0 and MailChimp. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>This streamlines your communication system even further, allowing your team to manage tasks, streamline workflows, and collaborate more effectively.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what\">What else do you get when you choose RingEX to call from computers?<\/h2>\n<p>RingEX is more than a tool for calling phones from computer\u2014it\u2019s an AI-powered unified communications solution that helps you streamline collaboration across your business.<\/p>\n<p>Discover effortless business communications powered by AI, with a range of capabilities combining SMS, instant messaging, video calls, and more into one single platform.<\/p>\n<h3>SMS<\/h3>\n<p>Send professional text and multimedia messages to colleagues, clients, and departments on a robust business SMS platform.<\/p>\n<p>With RingEX, you can send SMS online in seconds, with images, emojis, video files, audio files, and other attachments.<\/p>\n<h3>Team messaging<\/h3>\n<p>Stay connected to your team with team messaging via RingEX, too. Chat, share files, collaborate, view notifications, and get work done\u2014all in one organized and easy-to-use platform.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-59980\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image5-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This will allow you to simplify your workflow, bring everyone together, and boost your productivity.<\/p>\n<h3>Video calls and meetings<\/h3>\n<p>Get the most out of your meetings with RingCentral AI-powered video calls. Connect easily with a client or hold video conference calls with your team.<\/p>\n<p>Take advantage of automatic transcripts, sentiment analysis, summaries, and recordings to collaborate with colleagues, increase customer satisfaction, and supercharge your communications.<\/p>\n<h3>Online fax<\/h3>\n<p>Send and receive fax from a computer, mobile device, tablet, or smartphone\u2014no hardware required (learn how to fax from a computer).<\/p>\n<p>RingCentral can get you started with online faxing in a matter of minutes, allowing you to send confidential faxes anytime, anywhere, from any device. It\u2019s all part of your unified solution, and built into the pricing.<\/p>\n<h3>AI Receptionist<\/h3>\n<p>Built right into RingCentral\u2019s reliable business phone system, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/ai-receptionist.html\">AI Receptionist<\/a> means you never need to miss a call again. AI agents deliver natural, human-like interactions to solve simple queries, route callers to the right colleagues, and even schedule appointments.<\/p>\n<h3>And more<\/h3>\n<p>RingEX is the ultimate one-stop solution for your communications. Get access to real-time analytics, build custom workflows, discover push-to-talk capabilities, and so much more.<\/p>\n<p>With an extensive range of features and add-ons, RingCentral provides a comprehensive VoIP phone system, and more besides, that\u2019s flexible, easy to use, and cost-effective.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"calls\">Phone calls from computers suit modern business<\/h2>\n<p>VoIP technology transforms digital devices into fully functional telephones, enabling seamless integration with other tools and providing enterprise-grade security.<\/p>\n<p>The convenience of calling phones from computers not only streamlines workflows but also reduces costs and enhances security.<\/p>\n<p>RingCentral RingEX is a comprehensive and flexible platform that supports all your communication needs, not just voice calls.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re managing a team, collaborating with colleagues, or staying in touch with clients, RingEX provides all the tools you need to enhance productivity and streamline your communications in today\u2019s digital-first world.<\/p>\n<p>Get a free trial today to see the solution in action, or get in touch to discuss your needs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\">FAQs about phone calls from computers<\/h2>\n<h3>How can I make a phone call from my computer?<\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of ways you can make a phone call from your computer. The best way to do this is through a VoIP provider like RingCentral, but you can also make basic calls with Microsoft and Apple devices.<\/p>\n<p>There are also consumer-focused apps like Google Voice, Skype, and WhatsApp that you could use for the occasional free call from your computer. In general, though, you\u2019ll want a specialized business solution.<\/p>\n<h3>What is a softphone?<\/h3>\n<p>A softphone is a software application that allows users to make phone calls over the internet using a computer, smartphone, or tablet, rather than through traditional phone lines.<\/p>\n<p>It operates using VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) technology, converting voice signals into digital data that can be transmitted over the internet.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I call from my computer for free?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. If you want to make a phone call from a computer for free, you can connect your cell phone to your Mac or Microsoft PC and place an audio or video call without incurring any charges.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I call a landline from a computer?<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re using a communications solution like RingCentral RingEX, you can call landlines from your computer\u2014as well as cell phones and other devices with VoIP-based software installed. It\u2019s just as easy as making a traditional phone call and the recipient of your call won\u2019t be able to tell the difference.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Staying connected, be that to colleagues, contacts, or customers, is vital in business. That\u2019s why having a wide array of communications options available to you and your teams is always a good idea. Being able to easily make a phone call from computer to computer or computer to phone is one such option. 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