Have you ever been in a conference call where you needed to silence your own audio? Perhaps you experienced an unexpected cough or your dog started making noise in the background. Well, I’ve faced the same situation and I’m here to demonstrate how you can mute yourself on a conference call using Webex.
Why Muting Yourself is Important
Muting yourself on a conference call is not only polite but also crucial for maintaining a professional and distraction-free environment. By muting yourself, you prevent any background noise from disrupting the conversation, allowing everyone to focus on the discussion at hand. It’s a simple act of consideration that goes a long way.
Steps to Mute Yourself on Webex
First, open the Webex application on your computer or mobile device and join the conference call. Once you’re in the call, follow these steps:
- Find the microphone icon on the call screen. It is usually located at the bottom left corner of the screen.
- Click or tap on the microphone icon to mute yourself. You will see a red slash through the microphone icon, indicating that you are now muted.
- If you want to speak again, simply click or tap on the microphone icon again to unmute yourself. The red slash will disappear, indicating that you are now unmuted.
It’s important to remember to mute yourself when you’re not speaking, especially in large conference calls where background noise can be amplified and cause a distraction for others. This small action can make a big difference in ensuring a smooth and productive meeting.
Tips for Muting Yourself
Here are some additional tips to help you navigate muting and unmuting yourself on Webex:
- If you’re joining a meeting via phone, you can mute and unmute yourself by pressing *6 on your phone’s keypad.
- Double-check your audio settings before joining a call to ensure your microphone is working properly and that you haven’t accidentally left yourself muted.
- If you’re hosting the conference call, remind participants to mute themselves when they’re not speaking to minimize background noise.
Conclusion
Muting yourself on a conference call may seem like a small action, but it can greatly improve the overall experience for everyone involved. By following these simple steps and being mindful of when to mute and unmute yourself, you can contribute to a more productive and professional virtual meeting. So, next time you find yourself in a conference call on Webex, remember to mute yourself when necessary, and enjoy a distraction-free conversation.