Messaging | Instant messaging and SMS

• How do I remove an instant message or clear a conversation in Skype?

  In Skype you can remove an instant message you've sent in a chat, delete a one-to-one conversation, or clear a group conversation.How do I remove an instant...

• Basic tasks using a screen reader with Skype for mobile

  This article is also available for:Skype for WindowsSkype for Mac This article is for people with visual impairments who use a screen reader program with...

• Use a screen reader to add chat expressions in Skype for mobile

  This article is also available for:Skype for WindowsSkype for MacThis article is for people with visual impairments who use a screen reader program with Skype...

• Use a screen reader to chat in Skype for mobile

  This article is also available for:Skype for WindowsSkype for Mac This article is for people with visual impairments who use a screen reader program with...

• How do I find a photo I sent or received in Skype?

  You can browse all photos you've sent and received within individual Skype chats. The Skype chat Gallery keeps all photos for the past 6 months in one place....

• How do I send an instant message in Skype?

  From the Chats tab, select the person or group you want to instant message. Type your message in the chat window and select the Send button. To jump...

• How do I share files, photos, and emoticons in Skype?

  Skype for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Web Select the contact or chat you want to send something to. In the chat window, you can: = Select an emoticon,...

• What are Skype Private Conversations?

  Skype private conversations uses the industry standard Signal Protocol, allowing you to have end-to-end encrypted Skype audio calls, send text messages, image,...

• What are GIFs and Stickers in Skype?

  For the times when words or emoticons just aren’t enough, you can express yourself with GIFs or Stickers in your instant messages. To send a GIF or Sticker in...

• I have a problem with SMS text messages in Skype…

  To send an SMS text message, first you need to have a little Skype Credit. You can then send an SMS text message to a contact, a phone number, or to multiple...

• What is the character limit for a SMS text message?

  The maximum number of characters for a text message sent from Skype is 160*. If you type a longer message it will be broken down into two or more text messages...

• Can I send SMS text messages to any number?

  You can send an SMS text message to almost any number, as long as it's text-enabled. Most mobiles and some landlines can receive SMS text messages. Important...

• How much does it cost to send SMS messages?

  The cost of sending an SMS from Skype varies according to the country you’re sending it to. You'll need to have some Skype Credit – sending text messages is not...

• How do I format text in Skype instant messages?

  You can use special formatting in your instant messages to make text bold, italic, strikethrough and monospace. How do I format IM text as bold?Put...