Have you ever been forced to sit through an extended, tedious work meeting while secretly wishing you could watch your preferred shows or movies on YouTube? We’ve all been guilty of this before! Fortunately, there are a few simple techniques you may use to watch films and appear as though you’re paying attention.
We’ve covered a few strategies in this post for watching videos while on call without your supervisor noticing. By the end, you’ll be an expert at appearing fully engaged while surreptitiously slipping in some YouTube entertainment during a call. Your secret is secure with us, so don’t worry!
How to View Videos During a Video Conference
We offer several ways to accomplish your goals, such watching your preferred show on streaming services or catching up on videos while interacting with loved ones. Now let’s get started!
Via the Google Chrome web browser
One of the easiest and most direct ways to watch a video while on the phone is to use Chrome. To view movies on an Android phone using Google Chrome, take these steps:
- On your phone, open a new tab in Google Chrome.
- Use the search bar and type in YouTube.
- As your call continues in the background, play the video on the new tab.
- You can now watch your video with ease while speaking with your peers on the phone.
Using tools from external parties
In the midst of a call, you can even play videos using third-party apps. Here’s how to do it:
- Get any streaming app from the Google Play Store. We’ve used MX Player as an illustration.
- Launch the app, then select Settings.
- Press the Player button.
- Choose “Background Play.”
- Verify that the “Phone call” option is enabled.
- Next, launch the desired video to view.
The call will be playing in the background as the video plays on the MX Player app.
For your reference, consider this YouTube video:
Change to Speaker Mode
Setting your call to speaker mode is another simple fix. If you are unsure, take the following actions:
- Take up the call as normal.
- Look in the video player for the audio settings. Usually, it’s an icon that represents a speaker. To switch on speaker mode, tap on it.
- You can now launch and view your video while in speaker mode. You can listen to the video and continue the call at the same time because the sound will be played through the device’s speakers.
- To balance the sound of the call and the video, you can change the level as needed.
Turn on the Picture-In-Picture (Pip) mode on YouTube
Usually, only YouTube Premium subscribers or those residing in the USA are able to utilize the YouTube Picture-in-Picture (Pip) feature. If you are a premium member, just do these easy steps:
- Download a VPN app from the Play Store on your phone
- Make sure you configure the VPN to use the United States as your location after installing it. Whenever you want to use this feature, keep the VPN open and linked to a US server. It will not function otherwise.
- Open the YouTube app now, then tap the symbol for your profile.
- Select Settings after that.
- Select the General menu item. Activate the Picture-in-Picture feature there.
- Select a video that you enjoy viewing.
- Press your home button to use Picture-in-Picture, or swipe up to switch to another program.
Use a Desktop Website
- On your PC, launch your web browser.
- In the address bar, type a YouTube search.
- Press the three dots shown in the upper right corner of your video after it begins to play.
- Go to Desktop Site. YouTube will seem as it would on a standard PC thanks to this.
- Play your video now, then hit the home button located at the bottom of the screen.
- This will cause the video to pause. Simply swipe down from the top of your screen to start or stop it. A button to control the video will be visible.
Is It Possible to Watch YouTube During a Video Call?
It is possible to watch YouTube during a video call. On the other hand, the quality of a call may suffer if videos are played during it. It can cause the internet to lag and affect the audio and video quality of the call.
Can I Watch Full Screen Videos While on the Phone?
Yes, most devices and apps allow you to watch videos in full screen mode while on the phone. Here are some pointers to assist you:
Here’s how to watch videos while on the phone:
- Picture-in-Picture (Pip) mode is available in apps such as Netflix and YouTube. The video gets shrunk to a tiny window that appears above other programs.
- Split-screen or multi-window: Some gadgets and applications allow you to run your video and calling apps simultaneously, which is convenient.
- Playback in the Background: Videos can be played in the background while using other apps, such as YouTube. You won’t be able to see the video, but you will hear it.
- Picture-by-Picture (PbP): PbP, like Pip, allows you to run multiple instances of the same application side by side. This makes it perfect for merging your video and calling apps.
How to Use Your iPhone to Watch Videos While on Call
The iPhone allows you to watch videos. All you have to do is switch your phone to speaker mode. Here’s how to do it:
- Click Speaker if you are on a call with someone.
- Go home and swipe up; you can now chat with pals and view YouTube videos on Instagram while on the phone.
- That concludes our tutorial on using the iPhone to view videos while on a call.
Why Can’t You See Video While on a Call?
It is typical to become frustrated when videos cannot be played during a call for a number of reasons:
- Multitasking Limitations: Due to hardware or software limitations, some devices or apps—particularly those on the iPhone—cannot run a video and a call simultaneously.
- Limitations on Bandwidth: Streaming videos requires a large amount of data and bandwidth. There might not be enough bandwidth available for smooth video streaming if your internet is busy handling a call.
- Call Priority: In order to maintain call quality, apps may give voice calls precedence over other tasks, such as playing videos, automatically halting videos that are now playing.
- Operating System Restrictions: For security or privacy concerns, many operating systems limit the concurrent use of functionalities during calls.
Here are a few ingenious methods for sneaking in some video watching—even while you’re on the phone. You have alternatives to maximize your time, including setting up Picture-in-Picture to monitor the newest viral video or carefully arranging your camera to catch just your head and shoulders. You should now be able to watch videos while on the phone. You can have the best of both worlds if you’re creative!