WE R LIBRARY FORMAT
| Level | Basic |
| Device | Desktop computer |
| Topic | Video calls |
| Sub-topic | How to video call on Skype using a desktop computer |
| Introduction | |
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| Skype is one of the best communication applications you can utilize nowadays. Not only is it free for anyone to use. It is also very compatible with many devices and products. It does not matter whether you have a computer, tablet, or phone. The app will work well with whatever you might have. As a plus, it is very easy to use. You don’t have to spend hours navigating the interface, so you can call or chat with someone you know. Today’s tutorial will show how you can video call someone on Skype using your desktop computer. Check your internet connection before following the steps below. A secure and stable internet connection allows you to accomplish the steps without encountering any issues. In addition, make sure you have installed the application on your desktop. Otherwise, you might need to download it before you can begin calling someone. | |
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| 1 | The first step is to open the application on your desktop. Click on the Skype icon to do so. |
| 2 | The next step is to click the Let’s go button to continue. |
| 3 | The following screen will pop up. Click the Sign-in or create button. |
| 4 | You can now input your email address, Skype username, or phone number in the blank area. |
| 5 | Hit the Next button to move to the following step. |
| 6 | Then continue with the verification process respectively. |
| 7 | At the home screen, you need to click the Calls tab. |
| 8 | The next step is to hit this button on the right of the panel. |
| 9 | You can now see the available contacts on your screen. Choose one of them by clicking the radio button on the right side of their name. |
| 10 | There is also the option of locating someone manually. Click and type in the search bar to do so. |
| 11 | Another way to call someone is to use the application’s dial pad. |
| 12 | Once you choose the dial pad option, all you need to do is input the number by clicking the respective digits on the pad. |
| 13 | After that, you can hit the call button to commence the connection. |
| 14 | Going back to the original prompt, once you have a contact or user to call, hit the call button on the top right panel to make the connection. |
| 15 | The next panel will pop up. Click the call tab to proceed. |
| 16 | The next step is to click the video cam button to turn the call into a video call. |
| 17 | You can mute yourself by clicking the microphone icon on the left part of the panel. You can undo the action by clicking the icon again. |
| 18 | End the video call by clicking the red drop-call button on the right. |
| Conclusion | |
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| Congratulations! You have accomplished a video call via Skype. But to do the process again, all you need to do is open the app from your device, log into your account, and hit the new call tab. Search for a contact or user, make the call, and hit the video cam icon to commence the video call.Do not hesitate to reach out to any of our busy bees once you have issues following the steps above. | |
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