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How to make group calls on Google Duo | Stay at home

Group calling on Google Duo is a simple process. Native on Android phones and with download available for iPhone (iOS) and on the web, the Google chat application has end-to-end encryption protection and now allows video calls and voice calls in groups with up to 12 participants. The novelty comes from the company's efforts to help people in social isolation against Covid-19.


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In the following tutorial, check out how to create a chat group and make a video call with Google Duo on your phone. The procedure was performed on an iPhone XR with iOS 13, but the tips are also valid for users of devices with the Google system.

How to make group calls on Google Duo? App connects up to 12 people Photo: Rubens Achilles / dnetcHow to make group calls on Google Duo? App connects up to 12 people Photo: Rubens Achilles / dnetc

How to make group calls on Google Duo? App connects up to 12 people Photo: Rubens Achilles / dnetc

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Google Duo: How does group calling work?

Step 1. Open Google Duo and, if necessary, tap "Allow access" to authorize the application to use a camera, microphone and access your contact list;

Google Duo: group calls are now allowed in the app Photo: Reproduo / Helito BeggioraGoogle Duo: group calls are now allowed in the app Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Google Duo: group calls are now allowed in the app Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Step 2. On the main application screen, tap "Create group". Then select up to 11 contacts and press "Done". Note that you can use the search field to quickly find a person;

What Google Duo? App now allows group video calls Photo: Reproduo / Helito BeggioraWhat Google Duo? App now allows group video calls Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

What Google Duo? App now allows group video calls Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Step 3. If you want, touch the name of the group to change it. Enter the desired name and press "Save";

How does Google Duo for video calls work? App connects up to 12 people Photo: Reproduo / Helito BeggioraHow does Google Duo for video calls work? App connects up to 12 people Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

How does Google Duo for video calls work? App connects up to 12 people Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Step 4. Now, tap "Start" to start a new video call with the group members. Wait for people to answer the call;

Tutorial shows how to make group calls on Google Duo Photo: Reproduo / Helito BeggioraTutorial shows how to make group calls on Google Duo Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Tutorial shows how to make group calls on Google Duo Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Step 5. Touch the screen to display the available controls. In the lower left corner, you can enable or disable the sound and switch between the rear and front cameras. On the right, you can see the list of call participants and make new calls if a person has not answered. The red button is used to disconnect the video call;

User can download Google Duo for group calls Photo: Reproduo / Helito BeggioraUser can download Google Duo for group calls Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

User can download Google Duo for group calls Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Step 6. At the end of a call, if you want to remove your contact from the group, tap the "…" button in the upper right corner and go to "Leave the group".

Leaving the group on Google Duo Photo: Reproduo / Helito BeggioraLeaving the group on Google Duo Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Leaving the group on Google Duo Photo: Reproduo / Helito Beggiora

Ready! Take advantage of tips on how to use Google Duo to make group video or audio calls.

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