Messaging | Sharing photos, files and videos

• How long are files and data available in Skype?

  Skype stores files and photos you've shared, calls you've recorded, and other items for easy access across all of your devices. However, each item has a...

• How do I automatically download incoming photos or files in Skype on desktop?

  Select your profile picture. Select Settings. Select Messaging. Select Auto-download photos and/or Auto-download files. After you turn this on, any...

• 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 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 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...

• 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...

• Troubleshooting problems sending or receiving files using Skype

  If you’re having trouble sending or receiving a file that’s been sent to you, chances are it’s just a slow connection or bandwidth issue. You can also check the...

• Skype file sharing: file types, size, and time limits

  You can send, receive, or view any type of file over Skype, but there are size limits on the files you can send. Some types of files may require separate...