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Skype 5 on Mac OS X
A little while ago I upgraded my Skype app from version 2.8 to the new, spangly version 5 with it’s single user interface window. However, I use screen sharing a lot, particularly when helping clients with getting to grips with administering websites and the new version of Skype has been less than friendly, so I have just downgraded…
*UPDATE August 2011
I was unable to use screen sharing with Skype 2.8 after updating my OS X to Lion. The latest Skype update has fixed this issue and I’ve shared my screen without the previous problems commented on below.
If you want to go back to an earlier version of Skype (this is for Windows users too),
- Download previous Skype: Go to oldapps.com and download the older version of Skype (2.8) Here’s the link for the Mac version: http://mac.oldapps.com/skype.php?old_skype=37 . The Windows version can be found on the same site.
- Delete Skype 5 (optional): It’s probably a good idea to delete Skype 5. Both you and your computer might get confused with two versions of Skype installed. To delete Skype 5 on Mac, just look for the Skype icon in your Applications folder (MacintoshHD > Applications) and drag it into the Trash. On a PC, click on your Start menu, then select Remove Programs from the Control Panel.
- Install previous Skype: Open the file you downloaded from oldapps.com and install previous Skype.
You’ll maybe have to re-enter your skypename and password – maybe not. I use something called AppCleaner when I remove/trash apps because it also clears out any System files created while you use it. This means I had to put my account details back in.
At least you should be able to get back to screen sharing and being able to enjoy skyping again!
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