Messaging | Instant messaging

• What browsers are supported for Skype for Web?

  It's easy to use Skype on the Web with most modern browsers. Check the table below to verify that your preferred browser is...

• 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...

• How do I export or delete my Skype data?

  The following information will help you to export or delete specific Skype content.Export, Delete, or Clear Messages and ConversationsTo remove instant messages...

• How do I contact Microsoft Teams users from Skype?

  In Skype, you can use easily reach out to your colleagues, business partners, or customers who are using Microsoft Teams. To connect with a Microsoft Teams...

• What chat commands are available in Skype?

  You can use chat commands to perform different actions in your Skype chat. To see a list of the available commands, simply type /help into the chat. If you are...

• How do I bookmark a message in Skype?

  You can easily save important messages or media in your Skype chat, as a bookmark for quick access later. This feature is not available in Skype for Android...

• Troubleshooting issues with Skype instant messaging

  Having problems sending or receiving messages in your Skype chats? The following tips should help. Check the Skype Status page. The site will tell you if...

• How do I find a specific message in a Skype conversation?

  Go to the Skype chat that you want to search. To search: on Windows, Mac, Linux, Web, Windows 10, and Windows 11 - Select the Find button under the...

• How do I hide a chat in Skype?

  Hiding a conversation removes it from your chat list view, and it will remain hidden until a new message arrives, or you choose to make your hidden...

• How do I react to an instant message I've received in Skype?

  To react to an instant message:You can easily react to a message by clicking or tapping someone else's reaction to use the same one. To choose your own...

• What are read receipts in Skype?

  Read receipts are available in Skype on Android (6.0+), Android tablet, iPhone, iPad, desktop and Web.What are read receipts in Skype? Read receipts show you...

• 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 invite someone to chat in Skype on desktop?

  Connect with anyone by sharing a link to your profile, even if they are not on Skype. Select your profile picture. Select Skype profile. Select Share...

• How do I edit instant messages I've sent in Skype?

  Find the message you've sent that you want to edit. Right click or tap and hold on your message. Select Edit from the menu. Note: For Android 4.0.4...

• 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,...

• How do I join a conversation from a link I received in Skype?

  Select the invitation link you received. If you have Skype installed, Skype will launch and take you to the conversation to start chatting. If you don't have...

• 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,...

• How do I save photos or videos in Skype on desktop?

  You can save photos or videos from your... Chats Gallery While viewing themJust right-click the photo or video you want to save, and then select Save...

• What is the full list of emoticons?

  Feeling ? Or having a moment? Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. Use Skype emoticons to liven up your instant message conversations, or add them to...

• 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...

• Finding your way around Skype for Web

  Skype for Web is the easiest way to enjoy Skype’s features that you're familiar with in the desktop app, without having to download it. You can sign in to Skype...

• Can I sync my Skype instant messages across devices?

  Yes. With the latest version of Skype for your device, your chat history, along with the message status will be synchronized across all your devices supported...

• Will my instant message be delivered if the recipient is not signed in to Skype?

  If a contact is offline, your message might be delivered instantly (if you and the other party are on cloud-enabled devices). If neither party is on a...

• How do I use Skype from my Outlook.com account?

  From Outlook.com, you can use Skype Web Control to send messages and make voice or video calls — just sign in and select the Skype button to get...

• What are guest accounts in Skype conversations?

  A guest account is a feature in Skype allowing you to have conversations with friends regardless of whether they are on Skype or not. A Skype guest account is a...

• What happened to my Messenger contacts in Skype?

  We’re cleaning up your contact list so that Messenger contacts who don’t have a Skype account no longer show up in your Skype contact list.Any Messenger...

• 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...