How do I change my call volume to media?

This article will explain how to change the call volume on your Android phone. We’ll cover adjusting the volume with hardware buttons, changing in-call volume in settings, using volume keys for media only, installing third-party apps, setting separate ringtone and call volumes, customizing volume for contacts, and troubleshooting tips.

Being able to control the loudness of calls on your Android device ensures you can hear properly during conversations. We’ll outline several methods to increase or decrease call volume to suit your needs and environment.

Check Current Call Volume

To check your current call volume setting on Android, simply press one of your phone’s volume buttons. This will display an overlay showing your current ringer and media volumes. You can see separate sliders for ringtone and media volumes, allowing you to view and adjust each independently.

You can also view your current call volume settings by going to Settings > Sound (or Sound & vibration). Here you will see sliders for Ring volume and Media volume where you can view and adjust the levels.

On Samsung devices, go to Settings > Sounds and vibration > Volume to see sliders for Ringtone, Media, Notifications, and System volumes.

Additionally, when a call comes in, a volume slider will appear allowing you to view and adjust your ringtone volume for that individual call. This provides a quick way to check the call volume as the phone is actually ringing.

So in summary, use the volume buttons, the Sound settings page, or the in-call slider to easily check your current call volume setting on any Android phone.

Change Call Volume with Volume Buttons

One of the easiest ways to adjust your call volume is by using the physical volume buttons on the side of your Android phone. On most Android devices, pressing the top volume button increases volume, while pressing the bottom volume button decreases volume.

By default, the volume buttons control media volume for music, videos, games, etc. To change them to control call volume instead:

• Go to Settings > Sounds & vibration > Volume
• Under “Volume buttons control,” select “Call volume”

Now when you press the volume buttons during a call, the call volume will change. This lets you quickly turn the volume up or down as needed during a call without adjusting other sounds on your phone.

One caveat is that this will only affect call volume when you are actively on a call. If you want the volume buttons to always control call volume instead of media volume, you may need to install a third party app (cite: https://forums.androidcentral.com/threads/controlling-volume-with-up-down-buttons-on-the-side-of-the-phone.1056272/).

Adjust In-Call Volume in Settings

One way to control your call volume is by adjusting the in-call volume slider in your device’s Sounds settings. To do this on most Android devices:

1. Open the Settings app and tap Sounds or Sound & vibration.

2. Locate the option for In-call volume or Call volume. There will be a slider you can drag left or right to decrease or increase the volume.

3. Adjust the slider to your desired volume level for calls. Slide right to increase volume and left to decrease.

4. Tap OK when finished to save the setting.

Now when you are on phone calls, your volume will be adjusted according to this setting instead of the main media volume keys. You can customize it to your liking for loud and clear call audio.

For Samsung devices, open Sounds and vibration > Volume and tap the slider under In-call volume to adjust it as needed. Refer to Samsung’s support page for details.

Use Volume Keys for Media Only

Many Android devices include an option to set the volume buttons to control media volume by default instead of ringer volume. This is done through a setting called “Use volume keys for media.”

When enabled, this makes the volume buttons adjust media volume when no media is playing. So if you press volume up/down and no music or video is on, it will change the volume for the next media that plays instead of changing ringtone volume.

To enable this setting on Android 9 and above:

1. Go to Settings > Sound & vibration > Volume
2. Toggle on “Use volume keys for media”

On older versions of Android, this setting may be under Sound & notification > Volume instead.

According to users on Reddit (source), this setting can sometimes get stuck on your screen. If this happens, rebooting your device should fix it.

Do note that when this setting is enabled, you’ll need to use the volume slider in your notification panel to change ringtone volume specifically. The volume buttons will only control media volume.

Install Third-Party Apps

There are many great third-party apps that can provide more customization options for your device’s volume controls. Some popular and highly-rated options include:

Volume Booster Pro – This app lets you boost overall volume beyond your device’s normal maximum level. You can also set custom volume levels for each app.

Volume Control – With this app, you can control the volume of media, notifications, system sounds, in-call voice, alarms, and more all from one place.

Some other top options are Precise Volume, Fluid Navigation Gestures, and CChain Volume On-Screen. These apps give you additional volume sliders and options compared to what your stock Android system provides.

The advantage of third-party volume apps is they offer more granular control over not just overall volume levels, but volumes for specific apps, audio sources, contacts, and more. They can help you customize your audio experience to suit your exact needs.

Set Separate Ringtone and Call Volumes

You can set different volume levels for your ringtones vs calls on Android. This allows you to make your ringtones loud to hear notifications, while keeping call volume lower for privacy.

On Samsung devices, go to Settings > Sounds and vibration > Volume and tap the 3 dots icon in the top right. Select “Separate app sound” to toggle it on. Now you can adjust the sliders for Ringtone and Media separately.

On Pixel and other Android devices, go to Settings > Sound & vibration. Scroll down and enable “Separate app volumes”. Now you’ll see individual sliders for Ringtone, Media, Call etc. Set Ringtone louder and Call quieter as desired.

Some devices may require installing a third party app like Volume Separator to enable this feature. You may also need to enable Do Not Disturb mode to split volumes.

Setting custom ringtone volumes for contacts is another option. Overall, adjusting separate call vs ringtone volumes gives you more control over sound on your Android device.

Customize Volume for Contacts

You can assign custom ringtone volumes for individual contacts on your Android phone. This allows you to set specific volumes for your important contacts or adjust volumes for noisy contacts.

On Samsung devices, open your Contacts app and select a contact. Tap “Edit contact” and scroll down to “Ringtone.” You can set a custom volume level for that contact’s ringtone from this screen. Repeat this for each contact you want to customize.

There are also apps like Volume Ace that allow you to easily manage custom volumes for different contacts. These apps provide more volume control options compared to the basic Android settings.

According to forums, assigning custom volumes by contact is possible on many Android phones but the steps differ across manufacturers. Refer to your device guide or search “[Phone Model] set custom ringtone volume per contact” if the steps above don’t work.

Troubleshooting Tips

Some common issues that can cause low call volume and troubleshooting steps include:

Clean the phone’s microphone – Dust and debris in the microphone port can muffle sounds. Use a small brush or compressed air to gently clean the port.

Check for obstruction – Make sure no case or cover is blocking the microphone. Remove accessories to test if volume improves.

Toggle Do Not Disturb off – This mode silences ringtones and notifications, so turning it off may increase volume.

Increase in-call volume – Go to Settings > Sound to boost the in-call volume specifically.

Adjust audio quality settings – Enabling options like “Volume boost” can help increase overall volume (Settings > Sound > Advanced).

Update software – Updating to the latest OS version can resolve audio issues after a system update. Check for updates in Settings.

Factory reset – If other steps don’t work, resetting the phone can clear any software bugs affecting volume. Back up data first.

Replace headphone/earpiece – Faulty headsets or receivers can cause muffled volume. Trying a different headset can test this.

Contact support – For persistent issues, the device maker’s tech support can further troubleshoot and suggest fixes like replacement parts.

Summary

In summary, there are a few different ways to change your call volume separately from your media volume on an Android phone.

You can use the physical volume buttons to control ringer volume when you’re not in an active call or media session. You can also go into Settings > Sound to set separate volume sliders for ringtone, calls, media, alarms, and notifications.

Installing third party apps like Volume Control can give you more customizable options as well. And you can set custom volumes for individual contacts.

By adjusting these various volume controls, you can configure your phone’s call volume and media volume entirely independently. Just be aware of your phone’s limitations based on manufacturer skins and Android version.