flutter_phone_direct_caller

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A simple Flutter plugin that enables direct phone calls from within an app, bypassing the phone dialer. It allows users to initiate calls instantly by providing a phone number, enhancing user experience for apps requiring quick contact access. The plugin supports both Android and iOS platforms and integrates seamlessly with native calling functionality. It is ideal for customer support features, emergency buttons, or any scenario where immediate calling is needed.

Use cases

Direct calling from app UI
Customer support integration
Emergency contact triggers
Quick dial functionality
Automated call initiation

Key features

Bypasses phone dialer
Supports Android and iOS
Simple API for initiating calls
No additional permissions required
Works with native calling systems

Suitable for

Apps needing instant calling
Customer service tools
Emergency response features
Contact management apps
Mobile utilities

Considerations

Requires user permission on some devices
Limited to phone number input
May be restricted by platform policies
Does not work in all environments
Call behavior depends on device settings

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A simple plugin to call number directly from app, without going to phone dialer. Permission request is handled by plugin.

Usage

Add dependency to pubspec.yaml file

flutter_phone_direct_caller: ^2.2.1

Android

No need any additional configuration.

iOS

Add this to your info.plist under dict

<key>LSApplicationQueriesSchemes</key>
<array>
  <string>tel</string>
</array>

Example

import 'package:flutter/material.dart';
import 'package:flutter_phone_direct_caller/flutter_phone_direct_caller.dart';

void main() {
  runApp(Scaffold(
    body: Center(
      child: RaisedButton(
        onPressed: _callNumber,
        child: Text('Call Number'),
      ),
    ),
  ));
}

_callNumber() async{
  const number = '08592119XXXX'; //set the number here
  bool res = await FlutterPhoneDirectCaller.callNumber(number);
}

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