Skype is used to communicate remotely, for video conferences and to keep in touch, but did you know that it also allows you to take pictures? This article will show you how to take pictures of yourself and your friends from your computer and mobile phone. Read!
Steps
Method 1 of 5: Take a Photo of Yourself from Your Computer
Step 1. Create a Skype account (if you don't already have it) and log into the program normally
From the tools menu, select "Options …"
Step 2. Click on "Video Settings"
In the "Options" window, clicking on "Video Settings" will display a live image from your webcam.
- If more than one webcam is connected to your computer, you can select it by choosing it from a drop-down list.
- Click on "Webcam configuration" to set the video configuration, adjusting the light, brightness and contrast.
Step 3. Click on "Change your profile picture"
Stand in front of the camera and, when you are ready for a nice close-up, click on "Take a picture".
Step 4. Manage the image
In the window that will appear later, you can move and resize the photo. When you are satisfied with the result, click on "Use this image" and then on "Save". You now have a new profile picture.
Method 2 of 5: Take a Photo of Another Person from the Computer
Step 1. Start a Skype video call
When you see the other person on the screen, you can take a picture of them at any time.
Step 2. Click on the "+" button in the call window
When the shot looks good to you, click "Take a photo". Your snapshot will be displayed in the "Photo Gallery" window, where you can share it with other Skype contacts by clicking on the "Share" button, or search for it on your computer by clicking on "Locate".
Method 3 of 5: Take a Photo of Yourself from a Macintosh Computer
Step 1. Log in to Skype
From the menu, select "Preferences…".
Step 2. Click on the Audio / Video window
In that window, you will see a live video image from your webcam. If you have multiple webcams connected to your computer, select one of those listed in the menu. When you are done with the settings, close the "Preferences" window.
Step 3. Edit your profile
From the File menu, select "Edit Profile". Under your photo currently in use, click on "Change Image".
Step 4. Click on the camera
In the "Change Image" dialog, look for the camera icon under the sizing slider, then click once.
Step 5. Pose and smile
You have three seconds, then Skype will take a snapshot of your image. Then you can resize and reposition it as you like. If you are not satisfied with the photo, press the camera shutter button again until you get the photo you want. After editing it according to your wishes, click on the "Save" button. Your new Skype profile is ready.
Method 4 of 5: Take a Photo of Yourself with Skype from Mobile Phone
Step 1. Open the Skype app. Tap your picture at the top left of the screen, then tap the camera icon above your profile picture
Step 2. Click "Take a photo"
In the pop-up menu, you can choose whether to take a photo, use an existing photo, delete your profile picture, or cancel the operation. Click on "Take a photo" to open the mobile phone camera.
Step 3. Strike a pose
When you are ready to take the photo, click on the camera icon on the screen.
Step 4. Edit the photo
Touch and drag the photo to move it around the screen pane. By pinching the photo you can zoom in or out. When you are happy with the result, tap "Use". Your new profile is ready.
Method 5 of 5: Take a Skype Photo with Screenshots on OS X and iOS
Step 1. Take a picture of the active window
Skype for Mac does not provide the ability to photograph the people you are talking to. If, despite this, you still want to take a picture, you can "capture" the screenshots. To photograph the active window, press and release the Command + Shift + 4 keys, then press the spacebar. The cursor will turn into a camera icon. Now activate a window: a blue mask will cover the page, indicating that this is the window that will be photographed, even if it is mostly hidden behind other windows. Place the cursor over the Skype window, then click with the left mouse button to capture the window. The image will be saved on the desktop.
Step 2. As with the Mac, Skype mobile for iOS does not allow you to take pictures of other people
To take it, you need to take a picture of the screen, which is very easy to do on any iOS device. Press and hold the Sleep / Wake button, then press and release the Home button. The photo of the screen will appear in the photo gallery.
