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How to make calls from your Android dialer

Learn how to make calls from your Extra Line to the Android dialer so you can choose which number to call from.

Overview

YouMail Professional subscribers can place outgoing calls using their Extra Line directly from the Android phone dialer. Linking the Extra Line to your dialer lets you switch between personal and business numbers without opening the YouMail app each time.

Key benefits/use cases

  • Call from multiple numbers: Choose your Extra Line or main number when placing calls

  • Faster calling: Place calls directly from the Android dialer or contacts

  • Professional separation: Keep business and personal calls organized


Important: Using our Extra Lines through the Android Dialer is no longer supported. Only users who previously had it enabled still have access. If they uninstall the app or disable any of the setting,s it can't be enabled anymore.

Note: Menu names or layout may vary slightly depending on your Android device or app version.


How to call using your Extra Line from the Android dialer

To place a call using your Extra Line from the Android dialer, follow these steps:

  1. Open your Phone or Contacts app

  2. Dial the number or select a contact

  3. Tap Call

  4. When prompted, select your Extra Line as the calling number

Important: Your device must have a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection to place calls using an Extra Line.

Pro tip: Save frequently dialed business contacts in your phone to quickly call them using your Extra Line without opening the YouMail app.

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