How to block incoming calls
It is precisely in the most relaxed or tense moments that the phone rings. However, it can often not be something big, like call center offers or prank calls from friends. But there is a solution for inappropriate calls. You just have to block the unwanted numbers using the dialer or specific applications. So lets see how to block incoming calls on devices equipped with Android, iOS o Windows Phone construction and also in fixed.
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Block calls on Android
Block calls on android It is extremely simple. All you have to do is:
- Open the Markeror the numeric keypad.
- Go to settings.
- Find and click Call blocking.
- Enter the desired number.
If the numbers are more than one, it is best to create a that contains all the necessary numbers and then perform the indicated procedure specifying that as to be ignored. Most phone dialers also offer the ability to block incoming calls from unknown numbers.
Call blocking on iOS
Call blocking on iOS it is as simple as in Android. Even though the two operating systems are different, the procedure remains the same. In fact, it is necessary:
- Open the Marker and go to Recent.
- Click the button information symbol in correspondence with the number to be blocked.
- Select with the lock.
If the number you want to block is no longer present in the Recents tab, all you have to do is:
- Ir a adjustments of the operating system.
- Click on Phone.
- Select Call blocking and identification.
- Select Block and finally the number.
Exactly the same as on Android, if you have a lot of numbers to block then you can speed it up with a trick. Creating a with all the numbers and then blocking it will be, in fact, the best solution.
Block calls on Windows Phone
En Windows Phone things are even simpler, it will be enough:
- Go to Directory or Marker.
- Long click on the corresponding .
- Click on Block number.
Applications to block incoming calls
If you want to have everything under control without having to constantly go to the device settings, you can use special applications for this. The procedure is always the same in all applications, so we will only see one in particular. Among the best applications we find TrueCaller.
TrueCaller
TrueCaller it is simple, intuitive and pleasant to use. You cannot expect such clean graphics from an application like this. The experience is far superior to that of the normal telephone dialer and this makes it especially preferable for less experienced s. It is necessary:
- Install Truecaller of the store.
- Provide the authorizations for calls and messages (only for Android).
- by entering your phone number.
- After opening the app, choose a number and Hold pressing the key in it.
- Click the button ban and the number will be blocked.
Among the many features of Truecaller it is impossible not to mention that of discover unknown numbers and include them in the blocked numbers.
Blocking calls to landlines
If late night calls or inopportune jokes plague you even at home, the solution is to permanently block these numbers. At this point, however, there are two possible procedures. If the landline has a digital menu then you can create a blacklist A containing all the necessary numbers. The procedure strictly depends on the organization of the manufacturer's menu. It is not possible to define one with universal steps. If you are not familiar with your phone or do not have one with a digital menu, the only solution is to thecustomer service and fix it in a few steps. However, this type of service may be paid depending on the provider.
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