Skype: Hide "Show that I'm typing"
The writing pen will appear on your Skype contacts when you are answering. You can hide the "Show that I type" function in Skype with just a few simple steps - we will show you how.
Skype: Deactivate input display under Windows
When you write a message, your contacts will see a small pencil in the text box. On a Windows PC, you can switch off the input display in the Skype settings:
- Open Skype and log in with your account data.
- Click on "Actions" in the menu and then on "Options".
- Navigate to "Chat & SMS" and select "Advanced options".
- Remove the tick next to the option "Show that I type" and confirm the process with "Save".
Skype: Hide "Show I Type" on Mac
On Mac, three small dots appear when you compose a message. You can also hide this in Skype:
- Open Skype and log in.
- In the menu, click "Skype"> "Settings".
- Then select "Chat & SMS" and deactivate the option "Show when contacts enter a message."
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