How to Receive Files on Skype for iPhone
By Melly Parker
Image files no larger than 25MB can be transferred on the iPhone Skype app. If a user tries to send you another type of file, you'll get a notification about the transfer but will have no option to accept it. Although other types of files can be transferred on the desktop application, there is no way to receive files other than images when you're using Skype on the iPhone.
Step 1
Tap "Skype" to launch your Skype app.
Step 2
Sign in with your user ID and password.
Step 3
Tap "Accept" on the alert that says a person is attempting to send you a file.
References
Tips
- Images are stored in Photos.
- When the file transfer is completed, the photo will open on your iPhone.
- For faster file transfers, connect the iPhone to Wi-Fi before accepting the file transfer.
Warnings
- The information in this article applies to iPhone 5 and the iOS Skype app. Steps may not work on other hardware or software.
Writer Bio
Melly Parker has been writing since 2007, focusing on health, business, technology and home improvement. She has also worked as a teacher and a bioassay laboratory technician. Parker now serves as a marketing specialist at one of the largest mobile app developers in the world. She holds a Master of Science in English.