Teams users and Skype users can't see each other's presence. Searching for Skype users by using their Skype ID or phone number isn't supported. Skype users can't call Teams users who set up call forwarding to another user's number, a delegate's number, or a Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) number. Only voicemail is supported. +1, very annoying feature. There is a way to turn off the notification pop up incoming from contacts, but it requires to untag for status change alert individually each contact. There's no way to avoid the broadcast of the personal coming online status. How stupid and invasive this is.
You can quickly troubleshoot issues with Skype contacts, passwords, audio, video, conversations, webcams, Wi-Fi — and just about anything else that hampers your success with this communication system.
Here are some common problems, alongside possible solutions to improve your Skype experiences. 4k video downloader 4 11 32.
Skype Problem | How You Might Handle |
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My Contacts search yields too many names and I can’t find the person I’m looking for. | It helps to sort the list by Country/Region. Just click the column header of the search results. Entering more precise search terms also helps. The more data you enter, the better the search results. |
I signed up with Skype, but no one can find my Skype Name. | Add more information to your profile to yield better search results for your new contacts. At the very least, fill in your country and language. |
I want a secure password, but it needs to be one I can remember. | Pick two easy but unrelated, words. Separate them by a number, such as latte67chair. |
I can’t find the audio jack in my Macintosh computer. How do I use a headset/microphone with it? | Macintosh accepts audio input from USB devices. Purchase a USB microphone or headset. |
I misplaced my microphone, and no one I speak with using Skype can hear me. | In a pinch, use an extra set of headsets that you plug into the microphone jack. Not the best quality sound, but it works. |
I have 50 contacts, but I want to converse with only 15. That’s a lot of scrolling, clicking, and inviting. | Create separate groups in your Contacts list (family, club, softball buddies) and add contacts from your Skype Contacts list to your new group. Click the contact group of your choice and then start your conversation. |
I want to transfer a file to 15 buddies simultaneously. What do I do? | Highlight the groups you have created. Right-click the group you want to send a file to and select Send File. You will need to locate and open the file you want to send. A quicker way to send the file is to just drag the file onto the conversation window when you have already chosen the group. |
I’ve changed the font style in my conversation window and I want to go back to the default but don’t remember what font it is. | Tahoma, 8 points, Western Script. |
I have too many devices attached to my computer during a video conference. Help! | Get a webcam with a built-in microphone and noise cancellation. Your life will get easier! |
I just installed a video driver, but my video is not working correctly. | Make sure that you turned off anti-virus and anti-adware software before installing video drivers. |
I just installed a new webcam, but it’s not working properly. | Make sure that you plug in the webcam when the software prompts you. Most video drivers are installed first; the webcams are plugged in after installation. |
My video is not working properly. | Check for the latest updates from your webcam’s Web site. |
I put my Skype online number on my business card and now I’m getting calls at 2 o’clock in the morning! | Always indicate your local time zone when giving out your Skype online number. |
I don’t hear anything through my USB headsets. | Plug in your headsets before your start Skype. If you’ve started Skype, quit and restart. |
I have a Bluetooth headset to use with my Macintosh speech-recognition software, but nothing is happening. | A Bluetooth headset does not work with some older Macintosh speech recognition systems. However, you can use a Plantronics CS50-USB wireless headset (it’s not Bluetooth). |
I’m trying to make an International call, but it’s not working. | Remember to enter a plus sign (+) before a country code and then enter the telephone number. |
I set up a Skype Internet Telephone with a USB base station. Now I don’t hear the music from my computer’s MP3 player. | Check your audio settings. Some Internet phones become the default audio device and work only with Skype. |
Skylook records my conversations. Where do I find them? | Skylook creates a Conversations folder in your Outlook inbox. |
I’m using Pamela. I want to record sometimes, but not all the time. | Ignore the recording prompt. It will go away after 10 seconds and not record anything. |
When I’m in a Skype conference and transferring a file, our voices get harder to understand. | Put the conference on hold, transfer your files, and then resume the conference. The files will transfer faster and your voice quality won’t suffer. |
How do I let skypers know what time zone I’m in? | Include your time zone in your Skype Profile. |
I want to find out my Skype contact’s e-mail address; how do I search for it? | You can’t through Skype; e-mail addresses are not revealed. Just ask your contact. |
I have a webcam that I use with Skype, but I’m afraid someone will see me in my pajamas. | Don’t worry. Skype video does not start automatically. You have to select the video to activate it or choose it to activate when you receive a call. |
Can I make an emergency call on Skype? | No. You must use a regular phone. |
I want to purchase Skype credits. What do I need to do this? | You must have a Skype password and a valid e-mail address to purchase Skype credit. |
I have Skype credit. Do I need to use it up in the 180-day time limit? | No. Just keep it alive by making one call within 180 days to extend it for another 180 days. If you don’t use it at all, however, it will be lost after 180 days. |
I have Outlook Express. Will Skylook work? | No. Skylook works only with Outlook. |
I have a huge list of Outlook Contacts showing in my Skype Contacts list. What do I do? | This is happening because you have a check mark next to View Outlook Contacts in your Skype View menu, To remove the check mark, choose View→View Outlook Contacts. |
My Skype Profile photo is not the right size. What size should it be? | Profile photos should be 96 by 96 pixels. |
I have a poor Skype connection. What can I do to make it clearer? | Hang up. Set your Skype status to Offline for 15 seconds and then call again. With luck, the connection is reset and the sound quality is higher. |
I have a long Contacts list and I’m afraid I will lose the information if my computer crashes. How do I back my list up? | If you use the latest version of Skype there is no need to backup contacts as they are stored centrally on the Skype servers and can be accessed from any Internet-connected computer, as long as you sign in with the same Skype Name and password. |
I’ve plugged in my USB headset, and now I can’t hear Skype ringing unless my headset is on. What can I do? | On the Skype menu, choose Skype Tools→Options→Audio Devices. The ringing option should be set to the speakers on your computer. Also, check the Ring PC Speaker check box. After setting these options, click Save. |
I want my Skype status icon to remain on Available. It keeps changing even though my Skype program is running. | On the Skype menu, choose Tools→Options→General and set the Show Me as Away When I Am Inactive option to zero. |
I forgot my Skype password. | If you entered an e-mail address when you registered for Skype, you can request a new password by filling out a form after which a new password will be e-mailed to you. Go to https://secure.skype.com/account/password-reset-request and fill in the form. |
In this trick we will see how to turn off the notifications for receiving an instant (chat) message from a given contact in Skype.
The contact will not be blocked, he will be able to call us or chat with us and we will still receive the messages. The only difference is that we will not be notified in any way (with sound or visually) for the instant messages from this user.
Skype Message Alerts
Follow the steps:
- You need Skype 4 or newer. Sign in and left click on the contact in your contact list.
- In the top from the program menu go to: Conversation -> Notification Settings…
- From the window choose Do not notify me and click OK.
That’s it. You can also choose to be notified only if a given word is mentioned. In that case choose Notify me only if these words are mentioned: and input the word (or words separated with a space).
To restore everything back to normal, go through steps 1 to 3, but this time choose Notify me.