How to Master Voice Chats on Discord

Voice chats have become an integral part of communication within Discord communities. Whether you're a seasoned user or just starting out, it's important to know the ins and outs of voice chats. This article will guide you through everything you need to know, from creating a voice channel to adjusting the voice settings.

Creating a Voice Channel on Discord

To create a voice channel on Discord, you'll need to have the admin role or a role with permission to manage channels. If you don't have the necessary permissions, you can ask the server admins or moderators to create a voice channel for you. If you have the permissions, follow these steps:

1. Launch the Discord web app and select the server where you want to create a new voice channel.
2. Click on the server name at the top and select “Create Channel” from the dropdown menu.
3. In the pop-up window, select the “Voice Channel” option and give your voice channel a name.
4. Optionally, you can set the channel as a private channel, limiting access to specific people or roles.

Once created, your voice channel will appear in the sidebar of your server channel list. You can drag it to adjust its position or place it in a different category. However, note that you cannot place a voice channel on top of a text channel.

Joining and Leaving a Voice Channel on Discord

Joining a voice channel on Discord is as simple as clicking on the channel name in the sidebar. You'll immediately join the channel and start listening and talking to others. To leave the channel, click on the phone icon with a cross at the bottom of the sidebar.

Discord recently introduced two new features for voice channels: Video and Screen. These options allow you to enable video and share your screen during voice or video calls. Additionally, you can see all the users in the voice channel in grid view by clicking on the voice channel.

Adjusting Voice Settings on Discord

To customize your voice settings on Discord, start by enabling or disabling your microphone and speakers in the username section below the server in the sidebar. Disabling the microphone will mute you, while disabling the speakers will prevent you from hearing others.

For further customization, click on the cog icon in the username bar to access Discord user settings. From there, navigate to the “Voice and Video” option in the sidebar. Here, you can select your default input and output devices, adjust volume levels, and configure push-to-talk settings, voice cancellation, and noise reduction.

If you have the necessary permissions, you can also customize channel settings by hovering over the voice channel and clicking on the cog icon. This allows you to edit the channel name and set permissions for accessing, controlling, inviting, and enabling video in the channel. You can even prioritize certain users or roles, lowering the volume of other speakers when they speak.

Voice Chats on DMs and Stage Channels

Discord not only supports voice channels but also voice chats in DMs and Stage Channels. To start a voice call in a DM, simply click on the phone icon at the top-right corner of the DM window. You can also initiate a video call by clicking on the camcorder icon.

Stage Channels are similar to voice channels, but only a select few have permission to talk, while others can join and listen. To create a Stage Channel, click on the channel name at the top left corner and select “Create Channel” from the dropdown menu. In the pop-up window, choose the “Stage Channel” option and give the channel a name.

Conclusion

Discord voice chats have evolved to offer more than just voice communication. You can now stream, share screens, and add friends for direct voice calls. Additionally, Stage Channels provide a space for selected individuals to engage in discussions. For even more voice call options, consider checking out the Guilded app, which offers a dedicated streaming channel and additional features. With these tips, you'll be able to navigate voice chats on Discord like a pro.