Change the microphone mode on your Galaxy phone or tablet

Mic mode on your Galaxy device lets you tune the microphone during phone calls for improved clarity. This feature optimizes the frequencies that your phone or tablet transmits over calls while decreasing background sounds, making it ideal for crowded and noisy areas.

Galaxy phone displaying the Quick Settings panel with Mic mode set to Voice focus

Change the microphone mode on your Galaxy phone or tablet

Note

Mic mode is not available during regular calls on the Galaxy S21 and S22 series, Z Flip3, Z Flip4, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, and Tab S8. You can change the Mic mode with some VoIP apps when using the Speaker.

Enable Mic mode

The steps below will help you set up Mic mode on your Galaxy phone or tablet. You can select from three microphone options.

Begin a call using your desired app, such as the Phone app or Contacts app. Then, swipe down from the top of the screen using two fingers to open the Quick settings panel, and tap Mic mode at the top.
Next, select from the following options:

• Standard: Includes minimal audio filtering.
• Voice focus: Includes increased audio filtering so you can focus on the caller’s voice.
• Full spectrum: Captures voice and background sounds.
Tap Done, and continue the call.
To change the microphone option, swipe down from the top of the screen using two fingers again, then tap Mic mode at the top, and then select a new option.

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