Introduction:

Skype has consistently been one of the more popular platforms for voice and video calls over the years. Apart from business meetings and catching up with friends and family, one of the features that makes Skype stand out is its ability to host multiple people in a single call. In this article, we will explore three different methods to initiate a 3-way call on Skype.

Method 1: Creating a Group Call

Step 1: Open your Skype application and sign in with your account credentials.

Step 2: In the left-hand panel, click on the “New Chat” icon (which resembles a chat bubble) and select “New Group Chat” from the dropdown menu.

Step 3: Name your group chat and add any relevant images or descriptions as necessary.

Step 4: Add contacts to the group by typing their names in the “Add participants” field. Select at least two other participants to create a 3-way call group.

Step 5: After adding participants, click on the “Video” or “Audio” call buttons to initiate a group call that includes everyone you have added to the chat.

Method 2: One-On-One Call with an Added Participant

Step 1: Start by initiating a one-on-one video or audio call with one of your contacts.

Step 2: Once you are connected in an ongoing call, you can add another participant by clicking on the “Add people” button (an icon with a “+” sign) located at the top right corner of your call window.

Step 3: Search for and select another contact you would like to add to your existing call, thus creating a 3-way conversation.

Method 3: Merging Two Separate Calls

Step 1: Make sure you have two separate calls going on (either you are part of both calls or one caller is part of the second call).

Step 2: One of the callers needs to go to their “Recent Calls” list and then click on the call that is on hold or the ongoing second call.

Step 3: Click the “Add people” button, and find the person who is already in a call with you from another window. Click on their name to add them.

Step 4: The existing call will merge with the held/ongoing call, resulting in a 3-way conversation.

Conclusion:

Skype has made it incredibly easy to connect with multiple people simultaneously through various methods, whether you are planning a family gathering or trying to facilitate a business conference call. With these three techniques for initiating a 3-way call on Skype, you can easily stay connected and collaborate effectively with your network.