How to Make a Phone Call from Your Windows PC (for Android Users)
After reading the title, many of you would wonder: “Why would someone want to use their Windows PC to call people when they already have a smartphone for that?” Well, making a phone call from your Windows PC is a convenient option if you work for long hours on your computer. It saves you time and helps you focus better on your tasks by precluding the possibility of scrolling down your social media or news feeds on your phone at work.
In this how-to guide, we’ll focus on Android users who would like to learn how to make a phone call from their Windows PC.
How to Make a Phone Call from Your Windows PC if You Are an Android User
Here are the steps to call someone directly from your Windows PC if you are an Android user:
- Turn on Bluetooth:
- Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on both your Windows PC and Android smartphone.
- Make sure you are signed into your Microsoft account on both devices. If not, you’ll be prompted to sign in later.
- Install and Open the Phone Link App:
- Search for the ‘Phone Link’ app in your Windows PC taskbar. If it’s not installed, go to this link to install it.
- Alternatively, go to ‘Settings’ on your Windows PC, search for ‘Phone Link’, and enable it. The download will start automatically. Open the app from ‘Settings’ by selecting ‘Open Phone Link’.
- Set Up Phone Link for Android:
- In the Phone Link window, select ‘Android’.
- Sign in to your Microsoft account if you haven’t already.
- Scan the QR code displayed on your PC using Google Lens on your Android phone. Follow the redirect link to the Google Play Store and install the ‘Link to Windows’ app on your smartphone.
- Tap ‘Continue’ on your Android phone to link it to your Microsoft account.
- Pair Your Devices:
- A code will appear on your Windows PC. Enter this code on your Android phone.
- Enter your Microsoft account password on your Android phone.
- Grant all necessary permissions on your Android phone, including allowing the app to run in the background if prompted.
- Complete the Device Linking:
- Your Android phone will show “device linking complete”. Tap ‘Done’ and check your Windows PC.
- Click ‘Continue’ on your Windows PC to finish the setup. Your Phone Link app is now linked to your Android device.
- Make a Phone Call:
- Ensure Bluetooth is turned on and paired on both devices. If not paired, follow these steps:
- Open Bluetooth settings on both devices.
- Search for new Bluetooth devices and pair them using the displayed code.
- Once paired, you will see your phone contacts and call history in the Phone Link app.
- Search for a contact and call them directly from your Windows PC. Ensure your phone remains within Bluetooth range.
- Ensure Bluetooth is turned on and paired on both devices. If not paired, follow these steps:
Troubleshooting
If pairing is unsuccessful:
- Turn off Bluetooth on both devices.
- Remove and forget the devices on both your phone and PC.
- Turn on Bluetooth again and try pairing once more.
By using your Windows PC to make phone calls, you can reduce your smartphone usage and keep your phone out of reach for long periods, without worrying about missing important calls.