How To Video Call In Messenger While Chatting

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Video calling in Messenger has become increasingly popular in recent years as people look for ways to stay connected with friends and family. With the ability to video call right within the Messenger app, it’s easier than ever before to have face-to-face conversations with loved ones.

Whether you’re using the latest version of Messenger or an older version, here’s how you can make video calls in Messenger:

Step 1: Make sure both participants have the latest version of Messenger installed on their phones or computers.

Step 2: Start a conversation with the person you want to video call by tapping on their name from your list of contacts.

Step 3: Once the conversation has begun, you should see a camera icon at the top of your messages. Tap this icon to start a video call.

Step 4: The other person will receive a notification asking them if they would like to accept your call. Once they accept, you will be connected and ready for your video call!

If you want to take things further, there are some additional features available when making video calls in Messenger. For example, you can add multiple participants so that more people can join your call at once. You also have access to filters and effects that you can use during your video chat to make things more interesting and fun!

Video calling in Messenger is an easy way to stay connected with friends and family all around the world – regardless of where they are located or what device they are using. With just a few taps of your finger, you can start talking face-to-face with anyone from anywhere!

Using Video Call While Multitasking

To use video calls while using other apps, you can take advantage of picture-in-picture mode on Android 8.0 and up. To do this, start a video call in a compatible app such as Duo, and then tap your Home button. Your video will be paused but you’ll still be able to hear audio while using other apps.

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Continuing a Video Call on Messenger While Browsing

To continue a video call on Messenger while browsing, simply exit the Messenger app as you usually would. The video chat will automatically be placed into a small preview window, overlaid on your screen. You can move this window around, and tap to enlarge it so that you can keep the conversation going while you browse other apps or websites.

Making a Video Call on Messenger While Chatting on iPhone

To video call on Messenger while chatting on iPhone, start by opening a conversation with the person or group you want to video chat with. Then click the video call icon, which looks like a camera with a play button next to it. This will initiate the video call. If you are not connected to Wi-Fi, using the feature will use your existing data plan. When you are finished with your video call, simply click on the red hangup button at the bottom of your screen.

Staying on Video Call While Using Other Apps on iPhone

To stay on a video call while using other apps on iPhone, you can use the Share Your Screen feature. First, open the FaceTime app and start a video call with your contacts. Then, go to the Home Screen and tap an app icon to open it. During the video call, you can share your screen by tapping the green bar (or FaceTime icon) at the top of the screen. You’ll see a prompt asking if you’d like to share your screen with the other people in your FaceTime call. Tap “Share” and they will see what’s happening on your iPhone. To stop sharing your screen, just tap the green bar (or FaceTime icon) again and select “Stop Sharing.”

Minimizing Facebook Messenger Video Calls on iPhone

To minimize a Facebook Messenger video call on an iPhone, start the video call as normal. Then, while the call is in progress, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the App Switcher. Tap and hold on to the Messenger app preview to bring up more options, then tap “Minimize Call”. The call will be minimized to a small window at the bottom of your screen and you can continue using your phone as normal. To return to the full-screen video call, simply tap on the minimized window.

Showing a Call on Messenger Screen

In order to show a call on the Messenger screen, you will need to open the Messenger app and go to the Notifications menu. Once there, you will need to make sure that the “Incoming Calls” option is enabled. If it is not enabled, you can simply tap on it to enable it. Once enabled, calls should appear on your Messenger screen whenever someone calls you.

Conclusion

Video calling in Messenger is a great way to stay connected with friends and family, no matter where they are. Video calls offer a more personal connection than text messages or voice calls. They allow you to see the other person’s face and body language, making it easier to understand each other. With Messenger’s Picture-in-Picture feature, users can also use other apps while still being on the video call. Moreover, users can now also share their text status updates with friends and family via the app. All in all, video calling in Messenger is an excellent way to stay connected with loved ones near and far.

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James Walker

James Walker has a deep passion for technology and is our in-house enthusiastic editor. He graduated from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, and loves to test the latest gadgets and play with older software (something we’re still trying to figure out about himself). Hailing from Iowa, United States, James loves cats and is an avid hiker in his free time.