IPhone – How to keep mute button available during call

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I use my iPhone for conference calls regularly, with a Bluetooth headset/microphone. Often I keep my mic muted except for when I speak.

It is awkward that when I want to speak, I need to wake-up and unlock my phone, before pressing the mute button.

Is there a way to make my phone stay awake during calls, without changing the sleep/lock settings generally?

Best Answer

Swipe right at the unlock screen during an active call and the controls are displayed. There's no need to unlock the phone to access the mute.