It can sometimes be troublesome when someone calls, and you are unavailable. But there is a simple solution to this problem that can take you out of it without having to spend any money, or a huge amount of time. Let us learn in this guide how you can forward your calls to another number, or another phone. Also, we will discuss everything about call forwarding and how it works in networks in the present times. Let us begin.
What is ‘Call Forwarding’ in mobile phones?
Call forwarding on mobile phones is a feature that allows you to redirect incoming phone calls to another phone number. Instead of ringing on your mobile device, calls will be automatically transferred to the number that you have specified or chosen. There can be multiple scenarios in which a call can be forwarded to a different number. These scenarios can be different and don’t necessarily mean that you are unavailable, and that is why the call was forwarded. We shall cover this later in the guide.
How to forward calls to another phone?
If you want to have your calls forwarded to another number or another phone, then this is what you can do –
- Get your phone and open the ‘Settings’ app.
- Now find the option that says, ‘Calls’ or ‘Network and Internet’.
- Here, enter the ‘Advanced Settings’ section.
- Select the SIM card for which you want your calls to be forwarded. This is true for the case where there is more than one SIM card used in a phone.
Here you will get the option to forward your calls. Now it is up to you, how you want it. There are different categories that will decide under what circumstances your calls will be forwarded to a different number.
When do calls get forwarded on phones?
This depends on the settings that you choose while allowing or enabling the feature of call forwarding on your phone. Let us have a look at these settings and the situations they produce –
Always Forward – If you choose this, no matter where you get the call from and when they call you, it will get forwarded to the number that you specify.
Forward when busy – This option allows the call forwarding to take place when you are busy on another call. The person calling you will also be notified that their call has been forwarded to a different number.
When unanswered – This option will forward your call after a few rings if you don’t pick up. It is uncertain after how many rings that happens, but it happens if you choose this as your setting.
When unreachable – When your network is unreachable and people have difficulty contacting you via calls, then their calls will be forwarded to another phone.
And these are the four main settings options which you can choose from according to your personal requirements and you will have your calls forwarded to a different phone. It can be also considered as a safety measure when someone calls you in need and can prove really helpful.
