Instructions for Using Skype

(All these instructions were taken from the user guides at http://www.skype.com/help/guides/

Download Skype

1. Go to www.skype.com

2. Click on “Download Now” button.

3. Wait until downloading starts or click ‘Start download again’, then run the SkypeSetup.exe file. If you see a warning dialog, just click ‘OK’.

4. Please read and then accept the license agreement and the Skype Privacy Statement.

5. You do not need to install the Google toolbar if you don’t want to. Click “Next” when ready.

6. Files will install on your computer.

7. Click to say that you don’t already have a Skype Name.

8. Create a memorable Skype Name that you're happy for other people to see.

9. Think of a password. This should contain at least 4 characters and be difficult for other people to guess.

10. Read and agree to the License Agreement the Terms of Service and the Privacy Statement. Click on each to view them.

11. If you provide your email address, it will be kept private but people who already know it can then find you in the directory.

12. Click Sign In to start using Skype.

13. You’ll now be signed in and the Getting Started guide will open. (You might need to give permission for this guide to open.)

Add A Contact

1. Click the ‘Add’ button.

2. Enter the Skype Name, full name or email address of the person you want to add. Click ‘Search’ to find them.

3. Find and then select the name of the person you want to add. If you’re not sure you’ve found the right one, view their profile.

4. Select your contact’s name.

5. Skype will ask your contact for their permission before adding them to your list. Type a personal message so they know who you are and why you want to chat.

6. They will be added to your list immediately but you won’t see their Skype status until they authorize you.

7. To delete a contact, right-click on their name and select ‘Remove from Contacts’.

8. Click ‘Remove’ to confirm that you really want to remove them.

Making a Call

1. Click the name of the person you want to call and press the big green button.

2. Your contact’s Skype will ring until they answer your call.

3. As soon as your contact answers, you can both start talking.

4. During a call you can right-click on your contact’s icon to see the advanced options. You can click ‘Mute’ to silence your side of the call, or ‘Hold’ if you need to take another call. Select ‘Send File’ if you want to share a document or photo.

5. To end the call, simply click the big red button. Don’t forget to say goodbye...

For more information, go to the User guides at http://www.skype.com/help/guides/