{"id":26740,"date":"2023-04-21T15:37:19","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T15:37:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/handlewife.com\/?p=26740"},"modified":"2024-01-02T09:16:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-02T09:16:00","slug":"push-to-talk-work-discord","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/handlewife.com\/push-to-talk-work-discord\/","title":{"rendered":"How does push-to-talk work on discord (Guide 2024)?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Push to talk working on Discord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Push to talk, aka PTT is a 2-way radio-style system that enables straightforward communication at the touch of a button. Its sole work is to transmit voice communication through a variety of networks via devices. Cell phones, two-way radios and walkie talkies and are some common examples of PTT-compatible devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that said, PTT is now of great necessity in modern-day gaming. Gamers use it extensively these days to communicate with their in-game teammates. Now, Discord users may feel annoyed by the background coming from their teammate\u2019s microphone. Also, poor-quality headphones are sometimes the main culprit, which is sure to hinder team collaboration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Push to Talk is turned on, Discord will mute your microphone instantly until you press the designated speaking key to communicate. PTT mutes the annoying and not-welcomed background noise so that you and the other people on your server can communicate with ease during those intense in-game moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In case you don\u2019t know how to use push to talk in Discord, well this is the perfect place for you. Consider the step-by-step guide below-<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1- Launch the Discord <\/strong>application or head on to Discord.com to log in or register for an account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2- Click on the gear symbol<\/strong> in the lower-left corner of your Discord main screen. This will help you to access the settings<\/strong> menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3- Now, navigate to Voice & Video<\/strong> from the Settings menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4- Push to Talk<\/strong> should now be visible, just below the Input Mode box<\/strong>. Once found, click on it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5- After turning on PTT, you must assign a hotkey<\/strong> to the functionality (in order for it to work correctly.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6- Next, select Record Keybinder<\/strong> under Shortcut<\/strong> as you go down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7- Choose the preferred key<\/strong> you wish to use as the PTT button, and then press it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(The time delay when you push the button and the actual deactivation of your microphone can also be adjusted using a slider on the left.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8- Tap the Keybinds box<\/strong> on the left edge of the options menu to configure numerous PTT keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 9- Add a keybind<\/strong> by clicking on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 10- Launch the drop menu in the action panel, and now you can choose either Push to Talk (normal) <\/strong>or Push to Talk (priority).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 11- While you press the designated key in the priority mode, the other speakers’ volume will be reduced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 12- Set the key(s) you want to use to activate PTT according to your wish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Close the settings menu after configuring keybindings, and you\u2019re all set!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Check:- How to self assign roles on discord?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does discord push to talk work in game?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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For starters, Push-to-talk keys won\u2019t simply work if your if a game is operating in administrator mode but Discord is not in administrator mode. They both need to be on the same page. Follow these steps to switch Discord to admin mode in no time-<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1- First things first, you will have to check if both are in administrator mode or not (in this case, it\u2019s not<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2- Launch the Discord<\/strong> app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3- Start playing a game, because we have to test this out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4- Now, try to use the Push to Talk feature. See if the PTT keys work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5- If not, quit<\/strong> the Discord app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6- And return to the desktop<\/strong> home page of your PC, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7- From there, search for the Discord <\/strong>icon, <\/strong>and right click <\/strong>on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8- Then, click on the “Run as administrator”<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, start playing a game again to test the PTT. You should be able to use it now with no problems whatsoever.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Check:- How to Get Discord on Xbox insider?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does push to talk do on discord?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Almost all gamers of today use Discord for better communication among in-game teammates. With that said, low-quality headphones add a ton of background noise. It is a pretty annoying factor that stands against hassle-free communication. This is sure to annoy other players in voice chat during those intense battle royale moments. There is where “Push To Talk” comes in handy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can communicate without any unwanted noise with the aid of this feature. The background noise in Discord audio discussions is reduced to a great extent. As a result, vocal communication between participants in games is much better than ever before!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to set up push to talk on discord?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Once Discord’s Push-To-Talk feature has been enabled, the next step is to give it a dedicated key(s). To set up the Push to Talk feature, consider the steps below-<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1- Navigate to the keybind <\/strong>option <\/strong>under APP SETTINGS.<\/strong> Just scroll below and you will find it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2- Now, to assign keybind buttons, press the desired keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3- Then, click on the Add a Keybind icon<\/strong> in the top right hand corner to set up a key for PPT. If you play a lot of different titles, creating many shortcuts in Discord is helpful.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4- After that, you will hit the “push to talk” <\/strong>feature as the action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5- Press the key<\/strong> you want to use to activate the Push-To-Talk feature after selecting Record Keybind<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6- Then press the given Stop Recording key<\/strong> to preserve your settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7- Now. Click Voice and Video <\/strong>on the Settings Menu bar to return. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8- Under OTT, you’ll find a slider with the name Push-To-Talk Release Delay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 9- By adjusting the slider, you can change how quickly the Discord app cuts off the audio signals when users release any PTT assigned key. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 10- You may change it by dragging the slider between 20 and 2000 milliseconds. However, 20 milliseconds<\/strong> is the default amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is Push to talk on Discord?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t
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Many people use Discord in a comparable fashion to play games online with their pals. It is also utilized by players to up their interpersonal interactions while they are playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you’re using an inferior headset or built-in earbuds, a lot of background noise may be audible. This will disrupt team collaboration and can irritate other voice chat users. Discord has a feature known as “Push To Talk.” With the help of this tool, you may communicate in silence. This application can assist Discord audio talks by reducing background noise. As a result, voice interaction between game players is enhanced.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Why Push to talk is not working on Discord?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t
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The reason could probably be your incorrect system settings. Don’t worry, you can reset the Discord setting or change it to administrator mode. The methods for achieving the same are mentioned above.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n