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Kimberly Gedeon

How to dial an extension on iPhone

IPhone 14 Pro Max.

If you're a new iPhone user or even a veteran who's still uncovering tips and tricks, you might not know how to dial an extension on iPhone. Learning how to do so will make it much easier to connect with a specific business department directly, rather than needing to go through multiple phone prompts or people.

Fortunately, dialing an extension on iPhone is a hassle-free process. Whether you're trying to add on a three- or four-digit extension to your call, our easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide will help you through it — here's how to dial an extension number on your iOS device.

How to dial an extension on iPhone

Apple allows users to dial an extension on iPhone using the traditional method: Dial the main number of the business you're trying to contact, and punch in the three- or four-digit extension when prompted using your phone's keypad.

However, the method I'm about to show you lets you dial the main number and the extension all in one go.

1. Open the Phone app.

Phone app iPhone (Image credit: Future)

2. Tap on Keypad at the bottom of your screen.

How to dial extension on iPhone (Image credit: Future)

3. Type in the primary number (e.g., 555-555-5555).

How to dial extension on iPhone (Image credit: Future)

4. Hold down the asterisk button until you see a comma.

(Image credit: Future)

5. Type in the extension number (e.g., 406).

How to dial an extension on iPhone (Image credit: Future)

6. Tap on the green call button.

And voila! This will allow you to connect with the division or office you need all in one go.

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