How to backup Skype files and chat history to your Windows PC

By default, Skype is configured to store your text-based chats in the cloud for a limited period (30 days) only. After that, it gets deleted. So, what do you do if you need to find something important in it? Microsoft […]

How to bookmark a Skype message on Windows 10

The stable version of Microsoft Skype for both platforms, Desktop, and Mobile support Bookmarks feature. Using this feature in Skype, you can easily bookmark important Skype messages and attachments in a conversation for quick viewing later. So, today, we’ll see […]

Disable or completely uninstall Skype for Business from Windows 10

Skype helps you proactively stay connected to your peers. For this, it runs a number of services in the background and keeps running in the background even when closed using the X button. This feature can sometimes become troublesome for […]

Skype not sending messages in Windows 10

You may have faced an issue where you find that Skype is not sending messages. This issue is common with Skype for home users, and the most probable cause has been having low or no internet connectivity. But if you […]

Skype Video Chat crashes on Windows computer

Many a time Skype Video Chat crashes on my Windows computer. It happens during a video call or when I turn on my laptop. In simple words Skype crashing on Windows 10. It is even more annoying when I use […]

How to share screen on Skype for Android and iOS

Skype is one of the oldest and the best video and audio conferencing service in the world. After buying Skype a few years ago, Microsoft has managed to make it a part of their productivity suite and is constantly pushing […]

Unable to load directory results says Skype on Windows 10

Skype is one crucial but sometimes, a bothersome application. While Microsoft has been bettering upon issues reported by Skype users all these years, some known problems remain unresolved. One such case is with the error – Unable to load directory […]

Skype can’t access Sound Card

Skype has been the premier video-calling application for Windows users. Video calling or voice calling needs a microphone, speaker & headphone, and this hardware then needs to communicate with the system and the Skype application. If either of these devices […]

Skype webcam not working on Windows 10

Skype is a popular software used by millions of people to connect with loved ones anytime, anywhere. The chat service app helps individuals and business to make voice and video calls, send instant messages and share files for free. Skype […]

Disable Missed call reminders & Missed Message Reminders alerts in Skype

How to disable Missed call reminders and Missed Message alerts in Skype

It is possible to block chat notifications from your Skype profile and let your contacts know you are currently unavailable. Likewise, you can also disable ‘Missed call reminders’ and ‘Missed Message reminders’ alerts feature in Skype to stop receiving email […]

Skype – Your webcam is being used by another application

If you are unable to use Skype on your Windows PC and you see an error message Your Webcam is being used by another application, then here are the potential resolutions that will help you fix the problem. This error […]

How to make Skype for Web work on Firefox

Even though Firefox is one of the most popular browsers, Skype for Web seems to have withdrawn support. If you visit web.skype.com in Firefox, it will display the message as “Browser not supported“. In this post, we are sharing how […]

How to share Screen on Skype and Skype for Business on Windows 10

Often, we need to share the screen for enabling support, collaboration, or some other reasons. Both, Microsoft Skype and Skype for Business make it easy to quickly share your screen during a call via Skype Share Screen option. Here’s how […]

How to enable Live Captions and Subtitles for Skype calls

Microsoft Skype now features call captioning with live captions & subtitles. The capability was rolled out on a special occasion to commemorate the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. It’s designed specifically for people suffering from hearing disabilities. […]

How to enable Skype Calling with Amazon Alexa app

If you are a Skype user and an Amazon Alexa device owner, you can get the two to team up for making calls in up to 150 countries worldwide. Yes, Microsoft has brought its Skype calling service to Alexa-enabled devices, […]

How to enable & use Split View in Skype on Windows 10

With the release of the October 2018n Update for Windows 10, Microsoft has decided to bring back a much asked for feature of Skype. Yes, we’re talking about Split View, something the software giant removed for reasons unknown to us. […]

The content of this message is unsupported in Skype

Skype is a good communication service, but at times if you attempt to make a video call, may see the following message in return – The Content of This Message is Unsupported. Troubleshooting this issue requires only a bit of […]

Skype virus sending messages automatically

Prevent Skype virus from sending messages automatically

Skype virus is nothing new. It arrived first sveral years back, which was sending Baidu links, followed by Goog.gl links. Then one version sent out fake profile pictures, and there is one which is sending attachments. It’s basically a Windows OS virus […]

How to send Money to Contacts using Skype

Last year, Microsoft and PayPal announced their partnership to introduce a new feature for Skype. This new feature allowed them to send money to their contacts using the supported version of Skype and a connected PayPal account. For users on […]

Use OneNote to take notes in a scheduled Outlook meeting or Skype for Business

OneNote is a useful tool for creating to-do lists and saving your ideas. Besides, you can use the app with Outlook or Skype for Business and associate your notes with their scheduled events. This helps you in staying even more […]

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