If you are a 2000s kid, you probably have heard that familiar notification on the laptop of the earning member in your family. The next thing you hear, they announce that they have a meeting, and you are ordered to be quiet during that period. Now, you are at the same place with a similar notification on your desktop. You are working on Skype, handling meetings, sharing files, and translating your work process to efficiency. Once in popularity (2003 to the present), this video-sharing app was acquired by Microsoft in 2011.
Even today, when there are many alternatives to Skype, around 36 million are still active users. Many of them will find it disappointing. Some might welcome the update, but Microsoft has reportedly announced the discontinuation of Skype from May 5, 2025. However, users can use Skype credentials to log in to the better alternative, the Teams app by Microsoft. Their chats and other information will be restored after Microsoft shuts down Skype. Also, they can export their Skype data to other apps if they choose not to continue with Teams.
After Microsoft shuts down Skype, the closest replacement will be the Teams app. The company has adapted to a lot of unique features in the app, and the professionals can enjoy a seamless experience for their remote work. What are those features? Continue reading to get the answer.
One of the topmost features that has been provided in the Teams app for free is the Video preview detail. To check this, you will have to click the video settings option and make adjustments accordingly. Hence, before the meeting starts, you will be able to see how you and your background look. This way, you can make changes that are more professional and impart a better impression. You only have to proceed towards ‘Manage your device settings in Microsoft Teams (free).
The world is advancing to a work mode that is ideal for the new generation. Nowadays, boredom is a big no as young employees embrace creativity and fun along with productivity. For this, adapt to the new update by Teams. After all, a little fun with your cool manager and team is a moment to work together, right? Also, to be honest, meetings do get a little boring at times.
In this new update, you will be able to use video filters during the meeting, adding giggles and laughter for a moment or two. Then, be ready to include the fun pointers along with the discussion parameters in the minutes of the meeting email. For the filters, you have to select the dropdown arrow next to your camera and choose the effect to be added to the video.
There are numerous settings you will desire to make before joining a meeting. They may increase your voice sensitivity. Furthermore, you can choose from the list of microphones and speakers to adjust your audio. There is also an option to sync your device buttons with the Teams buttons. And you can suppress your background noise. Do you know the cherry on the cake? You can analyze your voice and audio by making a test call!
To use these features, you only have to click the more options button and choose the settings button. There will be options available to you. Select your preferred option and enjoy a seamlessly customized experience while working.
Okay, so what do you do when your manager asks you to find a certain post or photo you skyped one of your colleagues months ago? Quite a headache, right? Imagine scrolling endlessly, hopping from one chat to another, even finding the photo in the group chats! Here is the good news for you! As Microsoft shuts down Skype and you opt for the Teams app, you are offered the option of a photo tab.
Now, you can find the location of the image in that tab and head straight towards the chat where the photo is present. Next, you just have to right-click on the visual image and choose the view in the chat or community option, and you can share it with your manager.
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A new trend is setting up with the news that Microsoft is shutting down Skype. The anticipation is that the professionals are going to shift towards the closest alternative to, ‘the Teams’. It has advanced features such as the Photo Tab, device setting management, and more.
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