When you’re switching between instant messaging and calling friends, starting a call in Skype for Windows Desktop is easier if you can use keyboard shortcuts.
In a post on Skype’s Tips & Tricks blog, Matthew de Beer reveals pressing Ctrl+R to start an audio call or Ctrl+Shift+R to start a video call. Learn more about using hotkeys in Skype for Windows desktop. You can also start a call by typing /golive in the message box of a group chat, press Enter and it will start a call with that group.
The blog post also gives a tip on how to merge two calls into one group call when the second person calls you: Choose “Add to group call” on the incoming call box.
Find more tips on Skype calling on the Tips & Tricks blog.
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Athima Chansanchai
Microsoft News Center Staff