Mute everyone in ad hoc conference

Last Updated : Aug 15, 2024 |

About this task

When the host enables the Mute setting, it mutes all participants in the conference. The participants can still listen and unmute their audio when needed.

The Mute mode is used:

  • To restore order to an unruly conversation by silencing all speakers.

  • When meetings require the uninterrupted delivery of an announcement.

Procedure

  1. Do one of the following:
    • For desktop clients: Click on the Contacts icon.

    • For mobile clients: Click on the Settings icon icon.

  2. Do one of the following:
    • On desktop client, click Meeting Controls > Mute Everyone.

    • On mobile client, tap Mute Everyone.

Result

  • Except for the host, the microphones of all the participants are immediately muted.

  • The participants receives a notification when the host mutes everyone.

    In desktop clients, under Meeting Controls > Mute Everyone gets a checkmark to notify the host or participant who enabled Mute Everyone setting.