Are you tired of your phone ringing incessantly during inopportune moments? Do you wish there was an easy way to automatically send calls to voicemail without manually declining them? If so, you’re in luck. With the iPhone’s built-in call-forwarding feature, you can effortlessly redirect incoming calls to your voicemail, giving you the peace and quiet you crave. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the straightforward steps involved in setting up call forwarding on your iPhone, ensuring that you never miss an important call while still enjoying a respite from unnecessary distractions.
Before diving into the setup process, it’s essential to note that call forwarding may incur additional charges from your cellular provider. While some providers offer this service free of charge, others may impose fees based on the duration of the forwarded calls or the number of calls redirected per month. Therefore, it’s advisable to check with your carrier to determine any potential costs associated with call forwarding before activating the feature. With this information in mind, let’s proceed with the step-by-step instructions for setting up call forwarding on your iPhone.
To initiate the call-forwarding setup, navigate to the “Settings” app on your iPhone’s home screen. Within the “Settings” menu, scroll down and select the “Phone” option. On the “Phone” settings page, locate the “Call Forwarding” section and toggle the switch to the “On” position. Once call forwarding is enabled, you’ll be prompted to enter the phone number where you want calls to be forwarded. Enter the desired phone number, which is typically your voicemail number, and tap the “Save” button. Congratulations! You have successfully set up call forwarding on your iPhone, ensuring that incoming calls will be automatically redirected to your voicemail, allowing you to maintain your tranquility while staying connected.
Understanding Voicemail Settings on iPhone
Voicemail settings play a crucial role in managing your voice messages and customizing how your iPhone handles incoming calls. Understanding these settings allows you to tailor the voicemail experience to your preferences and avoid missed calls or unwanted interruptions.
Mailbox Management
Your iPhone’s voicemail mailbox stores all your voice messages. You can access the mailbox by calling your voicemail number or through the Phone app. To manage your mailbox, tap the “Voicemail” tab in the Phone app. Here, you can:
- Listen to your voicemails
- Delete or save voicemails
- Edit your voicemail greeting
Call Forwarding Options
Call forwarding allows you to redirect incoming calls to another number. This can be useful if you’re unable to answer your phone or want to direct calls to a different device. To set up call forwarding, follow these steps:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Call Forwarding | Enables or disables call forwarding. |
| Forward To | The phone number you want to forward calls to. |
| Forward When | Specifies when calls should be forwarded, such as when unanswered or when busy. |
Notification Preferences
You can customize how you’re notified about new voicemails. To manage notification preferences:
- Go to “Settings” on your iPhone.
- Tap on “Phone” and then “Voicemail.”
- Under “Notification Settings,” you can choose how notifications are delivered (e.g., sound, vibration, or banner).
- Tap “Greeting”: Locate the “Greeting” section on the Voicemail tab and tap it.
- Select “Custom”: If you haven’t already set a custom greeting, you’ll see the “Default” greeting selected. Tap “Custom” to create a personalized greeting.
- Record Your Greeting: Tap the red “Record” button and start speaking your greeting. You have 45 seconds to record your message.
- Preview and Save: Once you’ve recorded your greeting, tap the “Stop” button. A preview of your greeting will start playing. If you’re satisfied with it, tap “Save” to set it as your default greeting.
- Delete Greeting: If you no longer want a custom greeting, you can delete it by tapping the “Delete” option in the Voicemail tab and confirming your choice.
- Open the Settings app and tap Phone.
- Tap Call Forwarding.
- Toggle the Call Forwarding switch to On or Off.
- If you enabled call forwarding, enter the phone number you want calls to be forwarded to.
- Tap Forward To and enter the phone number you want calls to be forwarded to.
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap the “Settings” tab.
- Tap “Call Forwarding”.
- Tap “Forward To” and enter the phone number you want to forward calls to.
- Tap “Forward All Calls”.
- Confirm your selection by tapping “OK”.
- When you want to disable call forwarding, return to the Call Forwarding menu and tap “Turn Off Call Forwarding”.
- Restart your iPhone.
- Update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.
- Try using a different voicemail app.
- Check if your carrier has any voicemail-related service outages.
- Make sure your greeting is less than 30 seconds long.
- Avoid using special characters or symbols in your greeting.
- Try recording your greeting in a quiet environment.
- If you’re still having problems, contact your carrier for assistance.
- Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
- Tap on the “Recents” tab.
- Find the contact or number you want to configure.
- Tap on the “i” icon to the right of the contact or number.
- Scroll down to the “Voicemail” section.
- Tap on the “Send to Voicemail” switch to enable the feature.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap Phone.
- Tap Call Forwarding.
- Enter the phone number you want to forward calls to.
- Tap Turn On Call Forwarding.
- Open the Contacts app.
- Tap on the contact or group you want to set up call forwarding for.
- Tap Edit.
- Scroll down and tap Call Forwarding.
- Enter the phone number you want to forward calls to.
- Tap Done.
- Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
- Tap the “Contacts” tab.
- Find the contact you want to send calls to voicemail for.
- Tap the “Edit” button in the top-right corner.
- Scroll down and tap the “Send to Voicemail” toggle switch.
- Tap the “Done” button to save your changes.
Customizing Voicemail Options
To further personalize your iPhone’s voicemail, you can adjust various settings and customize its behavior.
One of the key features is the ability to set up custom voicemail greetings. You can record a personalized message that will be played to callers when they leave a voicemail. To create a custom greeting, open the “Phone” app, tap “Voicemail,” and select “Custom Greeting.” From there, you can choose to record a new greeting or select an existing one from the library.
You can also control how your iPhone handles incoming calls and whether they should be sent to voicemail. In the “Voicemail” settings, you can choose to have calls forwarded to voicemail after a certain number of rings or immediately. Additionally, you can enable the “Silence Unknown Callers” feature, which automatically sends calls from unknown numbers to voicemail. This can be useful to reduce spam calls and protect your privacy.
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Custom Greeting | Record a personalized message to be played to callers. |
| Forwarding After Rings | Set the number of rings before calls are forwarded to voicemail. |
| Silence Unknown Callers | Automatically send calls from unknown numbers to voicemail. |
Setting Up Default Voicemail Greeting
To set up a default voicemail greeting, follow these steps:
1. Open the Phone app
Tap the Phone app icon on your iPhone’s home screen.
2. Tap the Voicemail tab
Tap the Voicemail tab at the bottom of the screen.
3. Customizing the Default Greeting
The default voicemail greeting is a prerecorded message that plays to callers when they reach your voicemail. You can customize this greeting to include your name, a personalized message, or both. Here’s a step-by-step guide to customizing your default greeting:
Managing Missed Calls and Voicemails
Your iPhone makes it simple to manage missed calls and voicemails. Here’s how:
Missed Calls
To view your missed calls, tap the “Phone” app on your home screen. Then, select the “Recents” tab at the bottom of the screen. You’ll see a list of all your recent calls, including missed calls. Missed calls will have a red dot next to them.
To return a missed call, tap on the phone number of the person you want to call back.
Voicemails
To listen to your voicemails, tap the “Voicemail” tab at the bottom of the screen in the “Phone” app. You’ll see a list of your voicemails, with the most recent ones at the top.
To listen to a voicemail, tap on it. You can also tap on the “Play” button next to the voicemail to start listening to it.
To delete a voicemail, swipe left on it and tap on the “Delete” button.
Customizing Voicemail Settings
You can customize your voicemail settings by going to “Settings” > “Phone” > “Voicemail”. Here, you can change your voicemail greeting, set up call forwarding, and more.
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Voicemail Greeting | The message that callers will hear when they call your voicemail. |
| Call Forwarding | Forward your calls to another phone number when you don’t answer. |
| Blocked Contacts | Block specific callers from leaving voicemails. |
Enabling or Disabling Call Forwarding to Voicemail
Follow these steps to enable or disable call forwarding to voicemail on your iPhone:
Additional Settings for Call Forwarding to Voicemail
You can also customize the following settings for call forwarding to voicemail:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Always Forward | Forwards all incoming calls to voicemail. |
| When Busy | Forwards calls when you’re on a call. |
| When Unanswered | Forwards calls after a specified number of rings. |
| When No Service | Forwards calls when your iPhone is out of range or has no service. |
You can also choose to forward calls to a specific phone number or to your voicemail.
Setting Time-Based Voicemail Redirection
This feature allows you to set specific times when incoming calls should be automatically redirected to voicemail. For example, you may want to redirect calls during work hours or after a certain time in the evening.
To configure time-based voicemail redirection, follow these steps:
1. Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
2. Tap “Settings” in the bottom-right corner.
3. Tap “Phone” > “Call Forwarding”.
4. Turn on “Call Forwarding”.
5. In the “Forward To” field, enter the phone number of your voicemail.
6. Tap “Scheduled” to enable time-based call forwarding.
Now, you will see a table with the following options:
| Start Time | End Time | Days of the Week |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
Use the + button to add additional time slots. To remove a time slot, swipe left on it and tap “Delete”.
Using the Unconditional Call Forwarding Feature
The unconditional call forwarding feature allows you to automatically forward all incoming calls to another phone number, including your voicemail.
To set up unconditional call forwarding:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the Phone app. |
| 2 | Tap the “Settings” tab. |
| 3 | Tap “Call Forwarding”. |
| 4 | Tap “Forward To” and enter the phone number you want to forward calls to. |
| 5 | Tap “Forward All Calls”. |
| 6 | Confirm your selection by tapping “OK”. |
| 7 | When you want to disable call forwarding, return to the Call Forwarding menu and tap “Turn Off Call Forwarding”. |
Troubleshooting Common iPhone Voicemail Issues
If you’re having trouble receiving or sending voicemails on your iPhone, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try.
Check Your Network Connection
Make sure your iPhone is connected to a cellular or Wi-Fi network. If you’re not connected, you won’t be able to receive or send voicemails.
Enable Voicemail
Verify that voicemail is enabled on your device. Go to Settings > Phone > Voicemail and make sure that the voicemail option is turned on.
Check Your Voicemail Number
Your voicemail number is the number that people call to leave you voicemails. If you’ve changed your phone number recently, you’ll need to update your voicemail number so that people can still leave you messages.
Clear Your Voicemail Box
If your voicemail box is full, you won’t be able to receive any new messages. Delete any old voicemails to free up space.
Reset Your Voicemail Password
If you’ve forgotten your voicemail password, you can reset it by calling your voicemail number from another phone. Follow the prompts to reset your password.
Contact Your Carrier
If you’ve tried all of the above troubleshooting steps and you’re still having problems with voicemail, contact your carrier for assistance.
Additional Troubleshooting Tips
Here are some additional troubleshooting tips that may help you resolve voicemail issues on your iPhone:
Troubleshooting Voicemail Greeting
If you’re having trouble customizing your voicemail greeting, here are some tips:
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Voicemail not working | Check your network connection, enable voicemail, check your voicemail number, clear your voicemail box, reset your voicemail password, contact your carrier |
| Voicemail greeting not working | Make sure your greeting is less than 30 seconds long, avoid using special characters or symbols in your greeting, try recording your greeting in a quiet environment, contact your carrier |
Advanced Voicemail Configuration for Specific Numbers
For more granular control over voicemail settings, you can configure specific numbers to send calls directly to voicemail. This feature is useful for screening calls from unknown or unwanted numbers, or for automatically forwarding calls from certain contacts to voicemail.
Configuring Specific Numbers
To configure specific numbers to send calls directly to voicemail, follow these steps:
Once you have configured a specific number to send calls directly to voicemail, all calls from that number will be automatically forwarded to your voicemail inbox. You can repeat these steps for as many numbers as you like, allowing you to customize your voicemail settings to suit your specific needs.
Additional Considerations
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Do Not Disturb |
Enable Do Not Disturb to silence incoming calls and send them directly to voicemail. |
| Caller ID |
Check the caller ID of incoming calls to determine whether to send them to voicemail. |
| Custom Greetings |
Create customized voicemail greetings for specific numbers or groups of contacts. |
By understanding and utilizing these advanced voicemail configuration options, you can tailor your iPhone’s voicemail functionality to optimize your communication experience and manage incoming calls effectively.
Send Calls to Voicemail on Your iPhone
To send all calls to voicemail on your iPhone, follow these steps:
To send only specific calls to voicemail, you can set up call forwarding for specific contacts or groups.
Tips for Managing Voicemails Effectively
1. Check your voicemails regularly
The first step to effective voicemail management is to check your voicemails regularly. This will help you stay on top of your messages and respond to them promptly. You can check your voicemails by calling your voicemail number or by using the Voicemail app on your iPhone.
2. Prioritize your voicemails
Once you have checked your voicemails, take a few minutes to prioritize them. Which messages are the most important? Which ones can wait? You can use the star system to prioritize your voicemails. For example, you could give important messages a five-star rating and less important messages a one-star rating.
3. Delete unwanted voicemails
Once you have prioritized your voicemails, you can delete the ones you don’t need. This will help keep your voicemail inbox clean and organized.
4. Save important voicemails
If you have a voicemail that you want to keep, you can save it to your iPhone. This will allow you to access it later, even if you delete it from your voicemail inbox.
5. Set up voicemail rules
You can set up voicemail rules to automatically manage your voicemails. For example, you could set up a rule to send all calls from unknown numbers to voicemail.
6. Use voicemail transcription
If you don’t have time to listen to your voicemails, you can use voicemail transcription to convert them into text. This can be a great way to quickly get the gist of a voicemail without having to listen to it.
7. Respond to voicemails promptly
When you respond to voicemails promptly, you show that you are responsive and that you value the person who left the message. You can respond to voicemails by calling the person back, sending them a text message, or emailing them.
8. Keep your voicemail greeting professional
Your voicemail greeting is the first impression that callers will have of you. Make sure it is professional and informative. Your greeting should include your name, your company (if applicable), and a brief message.
9. Be aware of voicemail etiquette
There are a few things you should keep in mind when leaving voicemails. First, be respectful of the recipient’s time. Keep your messages brief and to the point. Second, be clear and concise. State your name, your reason for calling, and your contact information. Finally, be polite and professional.
10. Use voicemail apps
There are a number of voicemail apps available that can help you manage your voicemails more effectively. These apps can offer features such as voicemail transcription, call screening, and voicemail forwarding. If you are struggling to manage your voicemails, consider using a voicemail app.
| App | Features |
|---|---|
| Google Voice | Voicemail transcription, call screening, voicemail forwarding |
| YouMail | Voicemail transcription, call blocking, voicemail greetings |
| Visual Voicemail+ | Voicemail transcription, call screening, voicemail organization |
How To Send Calls To Voicemail Iphone
If you’re unavailable to answer calls on your iPhone, you can easily send them to voicemail. This is a helpful feature if you’re in a meeting, driving, or otherwise unable to take calls.
Here’s how to send calls to voicemail on your iPhone:
Now, whenever you receive a call from that contact, it will be automatically sent to voicemail.
People also ask
How do I send all calls to voicemail on my iPhone?
To send all calls to voicemail on your iPhone, open the Settings app and go to Phone > Silence Unknown Callers. This will automatically send all calls from unknown numbers to voicemail.
How do I turn off voicemail on my iPhone?
To turn off voicemail on your iPhone, open the Phone app and go to Voicemail > Voicemail Setup. Tap the “Turn Off Voicemail” button and enter your password to confirm.
Can I send calls to voicemail from the lock screen?
Yes, you can send calls to voicemail from the lock screen by swiping left on the incoming call notification.
