If you need to adjust volume, use the main system volume control rather than the in-app one - it's easier. You can also make a voice call from here. Then head to the Privacy area and make sure that no one other than known contacts can call, video call or IM.Ĭlick once on the person you're after in the left pane to make sure they’re highlighted and then tap or click the Video icon in the top right.Check that the call, video and microphone settings work.If you're setting it up for someone else, tell them to vet friend requests. Add your contacts - get all the family added, making sure that they accept the requests at the other end.Tick the box to start up Skype as soon as the computer logs on.
If they have an (formerly Hotmail) or similar they already have a Microsoft account. All extraneous manufacturer on-screen docks and toolbars should be deleted.