Different versions of the Chat Software
The described App is aimed at users of all Windows 8 versions. You use Windows RT, this App is the only way to "use Skype" on your device. Has your PC Windows 7, Windows 8 Pro, or Mac OS, we will show you in this practice tip, such as the well-known Desktop version get.
Install the App and set up
The "Skype"App is available free of charge via the "Windows Store":
- You can open the Store and search for "Skype". You have found it, click "Install". The App will now be downloaded and installed, then you will find a new tile on your screen.
- Start "Skype" with a click on the corresponding tile. Now, you enter your account information - if you have not yet, you can create a new profile. In the practice tip for the Desktop Version we will explain you how it works.
- Windows 8 linked your account with your Windows Account. Thus, you no longer need to login separately in the "Skype" if you are already logged in to Windows. Thus, you can no longer log in with another Skype account without changing the Windows Account.
- The device the App runs largely automatically. However, the complete options of the Desktop version are not available. You swipe from the right side or move the mouse to the right edge of the screen, the well-known setting bar appears.
- Here you can change it under "profile" - sometimes with a detour via the Browser of your contact information. Under "options" you can select the to use the microphone and the camera (usually a device is not just your PC, the Skype automatically detects).
- You have already saved contacts, you will see this on the home screen. A click on one opens a dialog window in which you can write messages or by clicking on the camera in a video chat can start.
- You do not have any contacts in your profile, click on the right mouse button and select in the bottom pop-bar "add a contact". Here you can search your friends by Skype name or phone number and add.
The start screen of the App.
