If you have on your computer and are getting a message that says “Skype Video Not Compatible”, then this article can help. Many people are not aware that this message means there are problems with the video connection. In order to fix a Skype video not working, there are several things that you need to do. These steps will ensure that you do not have any more headaches after you have fixed the problem. It will also help you make sure that it does not happen again in the future.
The first thing to try is to cross-check if your Web webcam is working or disabled. Click on your Skype icon or the gear in the top right corner of the desktop. Go to settings and click on advanced. Select network and enter the IP (Internet Protocol) of your computer’s main network adapter. If your Skype software is not installed on your computer, it will ask you to download it, so download it first.
Once you have downloaded the Skype software, launch Skype and click on chat. Once you have finished chatting, go to your device’s settings and click on advanced. On the General tab, you can test call quality and see if the sound is clear and delay free. You should be able to see the webcam icon on the desktop once you have started chatting.
If the Skype icon does not appear on your start menu, then you need to update your OS. To update your OS, go to the Windows Store and click on the updates tab. Make sure you are downloading the latest version of Skype for Windows.
Check to see if you have other programs installed that are not part of the Skype app. Many times, those types of apps will cause errors for the Skype program. If you have Java, Cocoa, or other similar programs, they should be uninstalled immediately to make sure they don’t conflict with the latest updates. It is also a good idea to run a system scan with “System Optimizer” to make sure the computer is running as smoothly as possible. This is something you should do after you have updated the Skype app and everything is running smoothly.
If still you are getting a video call that is extremely slow, then your internet connection could be to blame. One thing to note about internet connections is that they tend to become much slower over time. If your internet speed is particularly poor, you should check to make sure your connection is not through one of the many ‘pay per click’ ad networks. Clicking on these ads frequently will cause your internet speed to drop, which will prevent you from being able to chat with friends. If you are receiving an invitation to a video chat, you should always accept before attempting to join.
The other main way for Skype to determine if it can play the video is if you have Windows updates installed. Anytime you install any new hardware, it has an impact on the operating system. Some of the hardware you install may be incompatible with the latest operating system (such as a new microphone), which can cause Skype not to work right. To resolve this issue, search automatically for the latest Skype drivers software. This can easily be done by clicking on the “Update Driver Software” tab on the Skype application.
After you have found the latest version of the Skype Camera Control Panel, click “Start”, then “Settings”. You will then see a section where you should click on the “ooked” icon. This will show any drivers that are missing, outdated, or corrupt. Simply click on “repairing” to repair the problems.