Send SMS with Skype - Here's how

You can also send SMS messages directly via Skype. You can read how this works in this practical tip.

It's so easy to send SMS messages via Skype

1. Log in to Skype.
2. Find the contact you want to send an SMS to.
3. Right click on the name and select "Send SMS".
4. Alternatively, you can select "SMS" instead of "Skype" from the drop-down menu in the chat window at the bottom left (see picture). You may need to add a mobile number for the contact.
5. Finally, write your message and click on "Send".
6. However, please note that texting via Skype costs money. So you need to top up your Skype Credit first.

This practical tip refers to Skype 6.16.60 under Windows 7. You will get an overview of the costs in Skype in the next article.