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Rather than write it down in a note, Yahoo! Tech reveals a simple way to make your phone do the work for you.
- Enter a phone number in the dialer like you normally would.
- Tap and hold the * key until you’re able to select a comma (,).
- After the comma, add the extension.
- Save the number into your contacts.
How do you dial extensions?
How to Dial an Extension on iPhone
- Open the Phone app.
- Dial the main number you’re calling.
- Then hold down the * (asterisk) until a comma appears.
- Now enter the extension number after the comma.
How do you add an extension to a phone number?
Tap the phone number entry, place the cursor at the end, then tap the “+*#” button to access additional options. Choose “wait” then enter the extension afterwards, it will add a semicolon and the extension afterwards to the address appearing like so: 1-888-555-5555;123. Tap “Done” and exit out of contacts.
