Each of us uses different types of communication. Despite the gradual cheapening of technology, some services still remain quite expensive. However, various Internet messengers are evolving. Skype became one of the first products that allow unlimited calls, not only voice but also video. Today it has become very popular, and there are almost no people who have never heard of it. Nowadays, when many people have different mobile devices, you don’t need to be tied to a computer to use Skype. Consider in more detail how to connect and configure Skype on the tablet under different operating systems.
Users use Skype for correspondence and calls
Download and install
The tablet can use one of three operating systems: Android, iOS and Windows. An application for Skype calls has been developed for each of them. Their basic capabilities are exactly the same: voice and video calls between users of the program, cheap international phone calls, messaging, the ability to synchronize contacts with the phonebook. The installation procedure and the number of settings may differ only slightly. To install the Skype application on your tablet, follow these steps:
Android. Open the Play Store, type in Skype in the search bar, go to the application page and select “Install”. The system will then ask you to confirm permission to access the various functions of the tablet. In a couple of seconds Skype will be installed.
iOS. The procedure is similar to the same as on the Android tablet. Log in to iTunes, type in the Skype search bar, go to the program page. Then select the “Free” – “Install” button.
Windows. Let’s assume that the tablet runs on Windows 10, which is the most popular for tablets, and Microsoft has recently forcibly updated all devices on it. The best option is to download the desktop version of the program, as the version for touch screens is significantly inferior in capabilities.
First run
Run the program on the tablet after installation. If you already have an account, for example, after creating it on your computer, just enter its data in the appropriate fields and click the arrow to enter the program. If you have never registered before, you can do so now. Come up with a nickname, password, add your name and email address. Login will happen automatically. Start adding contacts and calling your friends and acquaintances. It is noteworthy that on all operating systems the menu looks almost the same.
Settings menu
The number of settings differs from the operating system version. It so happened that the smallest number of them – on iOS, and the largest – on Windows.
Android. You need to turn on the program immediately. After launching, swipe from the left edge of the screen to pop up an additional menu, and then go to “Settings”. In turn, they are divided into several divisions.
- Smilies and mods – select animated or large smilies and connection type to download mods.
- Message settings – Select which events you want to receive messages for and what they look like.
- Contacts – Configure the phonebook usage scenario. Select whether to copy Skype contacts to the phonebook and add subscribers from it to the Skype contact list.
- Privacy – automatic login without constantly entering a password, from whom to receive calls and messages, display ads, on what parameters you can be found.
- Voice and video calls – Adjust video quality, background call, and automatic answer.
- Establish a connection – use Skype Wi-Fi.
- Chats – You can mark all messages as read.
- Support – a link to the support and feedback page.
iOS. After launching the main Skype window, go to the “My Data” tab and select the “Settings” menu. You can set the following features:
- Instant messaging – setting up push notifications, sound and vibrating alert.
- Privacy – the display of the avatar, and you can configure the range of contacts who will see it, and settings of information by which you can be found.
- Contacts – automatically add contacts from the phonebook.
Windows. You must first enable Skype. After you go to the program menu, click “Tools” – “Settings”. You can change a lot of parameters, they are divided into several groups. Let’s take a closer look.
- The main ones are auto-start settings, the ability to configure the microphone and camera, change message melodies, activate the translator and Skype Wi-Fi.
- Security – from whom to receive calls and messages, permission to display ads, and a list of blocked users.
- Notifications – display notifications on the desktop, change ringtones and notifications.
- Calls – from whom to receive calls, you can check the camera, call forwarding, voicemail.
- Chats and SMS – setting up hotkeys, changing the font, selecting a folder to save the received files, visual design, settings of sent SMS messages.
- Additionally – use Skype in external programs, automatic updates, Internet connection settings and keyboard shortcuts.
Add contacts
Android. Go to the middle contacts tab, click on the plus icon in the bottom corner, add contact information and send a request.
iOS. Go to the “Contacts” tab in the main menu, click the add icon, enter your login, email address or name. Submit a request to add.
Windows. Below your photo, click on the search bar and enter the required data, then send the request.
making calls
The procedure for making calls on the tablet is not different on all platforms. Scroll to the destination you want in the contact list, tap the handset or camera icon at the top of the screen to make a regular call or via a video camera.
conclusion
Skype for mobile application is very convenient on all platforms and will allow you to always stay in touch with your friends and relatives, just connect the tablet to the Internet. The device will be able to turn on the camera automatically.
We hope we were able to help you set it up. In the comments, we invite you to leave feedback on the program on your tablet.
