Android Studio Get Call State

The getCallState() method in Android Studio is used to get the call state. It returns the current state of the call.

Syntax

public int getCallState()

Example

TelephonyManager telephonyManager = (TelephonyManager)getSystemService(Context.TELEPHONY_SERVICE);
int callState = telephonyManager.getCallState();

Output

The getCallState() method returns one of the following values:

• TelephonyManager.CALL_STATE_IDLE - Call state is idle.
• TelephonyManager.CALL_STATE_RINGING - Phone is ringing.
• TelephonyManager.CALL_STATE_OFFHOOK - Phone is off the hook.

Explanation

getCallState() method returns the current state of the call. It helps in identifying the current state of the call to perform specific actions or functionalities of the device.

Use

The getCallState() method can be used to perform specific actions or functionalities of the device based on the current state of the call. For example, if the call state is ringing, the app can mute the device or give an option to reject the call.

Important Points

• This method requires the permission android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE.
• This method can be called from the main thread.

Summary

In summary, the getCallState() method in Android Studio retrieves the current state of the call. It is useful for identifying the current state of the call to perform specific actions or functionalities of the device. This method requires the permission android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE and can be called from the main thread.