How to easily set up a voice call or video meeting on Skype

Skype is actually still pretty good, especially for scheduling calls for work, friends, or family. Also, only the host needs an account, making it easy to get set up and started. Here’s how.

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Skype has lost mindshare over the years due to an ever-changing interface and feature set. Alas, it still remains one of the best tools for free video and voice conferencing on PC and mobile devices, and nowadays, only the call host actually needs an account to get a call going.

Here’s how to quickly set up a chat for you and your friends or colleagues over Skype.

Set up an instant Skype meeting

Use this option if you’re planning to set up and start a meeting right away. If you’d rather schedule a call for later and make sure all the participants are setup first, look at the group chat option below.

Set up a group chat with calling options

This is effectively the same process as setting up a meeting, although it gives you a bit more control if you’re planning to consistently share a room with the same people over time, such as family or in a workgroup.

Skype can be confusing to use the first time you try, but the more you use it the easier it gets. Always feel free to poke around in the settings and try using different features to get better acquainted with the interface, and over time, you’ll become a master!

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