Adjust the Volume on Skype on Android

This article teaches you how to increase and decrease the speaker volume in a Skype call on Android.

10 Second Summary

1. Open Skype on your device.
2. Start an audio or video call.
3. Press your device's Volume up button to increase the call volume.
4. Press the Volume down button to decrease the call volume.

Steps

  1. Open the Skype app on your device. The Skype icon looks like a blue-and-white "S" letter. It will open up to your Recent conversations list.
  2. Tap the Contacts icon. It looks like a phonebook at the top of your screen. It will bring up a list of all your Skype contacts.
  3. Scroll down and tap on a contact. This will let you start a conversation with anybody on your contacts list, or open your previous conversation with them if you've talked before.
    • Alternatively, you can use the Search field to search for a friend in your contacts.
  4. Tap the blue phone icon. This button is located in the upper-right corner of the conversation. It will start an audio call with this person.
    • Alternatively, tap the camera icon next to the phone in order to start a video call.
  5. Use your device's Volume up and down buttons to change the volume. You will find Volume up and Volume down buttons on the left or right side of most mobile devices and tablets. When you're in a Skype call, these buttons will be used to change the call volume on your device's speakers.