How to Get a Microphone Enabled in Skype

Skype is a popular Voice over IP Protocol (VoIP) application that allows users to communicate with other Skype users for free. In addition, the software allows the user to call a landline telephone and cell phones in most countries for a relatively low price. However, in order to use Skype, you will need to get a microphone so that people can hear you when you talk to them on Skype.

Things You'll Need

• Microphone

Instructions

1. Plug your microphone into the computer.

2. Open Skype and sign into the network.

3. Go to "Tools" then "Options." This brings up the options screen.

4. Click on the "Audio Settings" tab on the left side of the screen.

5. Select your microphone using the microphone setting on the top of the screen. Talk into the microphone. If you see a green bar flashing as you speak, the microphone is configured correctly.

Tips & Warnings

• Skype recommends USB headsets for clarity, but stereo jack-based headphones can also be used.

• If people can't hear you, use the microphone settings in the Control Panel on your computer to raise the volume level of the microphone.

• Be sure that the microphone is turned on for your headset, and not muted.

References

• Skype: Sound Setup