How to call someone on teams?
- George Apostolov
How to call someone on teams?: step-by-step guide
Go to a particular DM to whom you want to make a call
You can select either video call or audio call
This is how the call will appear
Quick answer: To make a call in Microsoft Teams, first go to the particular DM for the person you want to contact. Then, select either a video call or an audio call to start the communication.
About this Microsoft Teams tutorial
Call someone on Microsoft Teams by opening a direct message and choosing between an audio or video call option. This guide shows how to call someone on teams? in 3 steps, starting with "Go to a particular DM to whom you want to make a call" and finishing with "This is how the call will appear". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft Teams interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to call someone on teams??
3 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Microsoft Teams data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft Teams. Related guides: How to cancel a teams meeting?, How to change background in teams? and How to change font in teams?. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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