Video call fatigue is becoming real. A survey by Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE: RHI) found that 38% of workers say they’ve experienced video call fatigue since the start of the pandemic.

About a quarter of workers, 26%, say the practicality and novelty of videoconferencing has worn off over the past eight months. In addition, 24% say virtual meetings are inefficient and exhausting; they prefer to communicate over other channels such as email or phone.

The most-common video call pet peeves involved dealing with technical issues, according to 28% of respondents. Too many participants and people talking over each other were the top technical issues, cited by 19% each.

“Video calls became the go-to way for professionals to connect, collaborate and build rapport at the start of the pandemic,” said Paul McDonald, senior executive director of Robert Half. “While effective in some instances, they can be draining in others and are best used in moderation.”

McDonald continued, “Workers are busier than ever and strapped for time. Before setting up a video call, always determine the goal and if it can be accomplished via other means.”

Women were more likely than men to say they are tired of videoconferencing at 47% compared to 32%.

Overall, the survey found that 76% of professionals say they participate in virtual meetings and 30% said they spend nearly a third of their day on camera.

The survey included more than 1,000 workers in the US and took place between Oct. 27 and Nov. 2.