How to Mute a Group Chat on Skype (PC or Mac)

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How to Mute a Group Chat on Skype (PC or Mac)
How to Mute a Group Chat on Skype (PC or Mac)
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This article explains how to turn off all messages and notifications received from a group chat on Skype using a computer.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Using a Mac

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 1
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 1

Step 1. Open Skype on your computer

The icon features a white "S" in a blue circle. You can find it in the "Applications" folder.

If you are not logged in, you will need to enter your email, phone number or Skype username and password to log in

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 2
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 2

Step 2. Click on a group in the left panel

All personal and group conversations are listed on the left side of the window. Find the group chat you want to silence and open it.

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 3
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 3

Step 3. Click on the group name at the top of the conversation

The chat name is at the top of the conversation. By clicking on it you will be able to see the chat details and settings in a new pop-up window.

If the group chat does not have a name, you will see the list of members. In this case, click on the names of the participants

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 4
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 4

Step 4. Scroll down until you find the "Group Options" section

It is located under the participant list, notifications and gallery.

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 5
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 5

Step 5. Hover your mouse cursor over the Notifications button to deactivate it

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All notifications regarding messages and activity of the selected chat will be disabled. You will no longer receive emails, push notifications or pop-ups from this conversation.

Method 2 of 2: Using Windows

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 6
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 6

Step 1. Open Skype on your computer

The icon features a white "S" in a blue circle. You can find it in the "Start" menu.

If you do not log in automatically, you will need to enter your email, phone number or Skype username and password to log in

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 7
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 7

Step 2. Click on the Recent button

This button is located at the top left, under your name and profile picture. A list of all the latest personal and group conversations will open.

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 8
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 8

Step 3. Click on a group chat

Find the conversation you want to silence in the left panel and open it.

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 9
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 9

Step 4. Click on the group photo at the top of the screen

The group name and image appear at the top of the conversation. Clicking on the photo will open the chat details and settings in a new pop-up window.

Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 10
Mute a Group Chat on Skype on PC or Mac Step 10

Step 5. Uncheck the Notify me when something new happens box

This option is located within the "Conversation Notifications" section. Removing the check mark will disable all notifications regarding messages and chat activity.

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