How To Fix Skype Keeps Crashing On Windows 11

We’ve all had Skype crashes, especially during a big conference call with a lot of other Skype users. Skype has now stopped working correctly on Windows 11. If you have the same issue on Windows Vista, Windows XP, or any other version of Windows, there is no solution. It’s a problem with the operating system and it can’t be fixed. The good news is that we’ve identified the bug and hopefully, Microsoft will fix it as soon as possible.

Fix Skype Keeps Crashing On Windows 11

If you’re having problems with Skype on your Windows 11 laptop, this tutorial is a must-read.

Run Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter

If you are having problems with your Skype application, it’s a good idea to go online and download the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter. There are quite a few issues that this tool will solve, including those related to the installation of apps. By using this tool, you’ll be able to find out why you aren’t able to install or uninstall an app on your system. 

• You can also access this troubleshooter from the Start menu.
• You simply need to open the Settings app on your PC by pressing the Windows + I key combo.
• In the System section, click on the Troubleshoot option on the right side.
• Here, click on the Other Troubleshooters option.
• Click on the Run button next to the Windows Store Apps to run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter.

Now follow the on-screen instructions and the issue should be fixed.

Install Media Feature Pack

When you run Windows on a computer, you may find that Skype is crashing regularly. This is because Microsoft removed support for older operating systems in Skype. If this happens to you, you can install the Media Feature Pack. This pack is used to restore some functions that were not supported by Skype. 

If you want to continue using Skype on your Windows 11 PC, then you can install the Media Feature Pack.

• To do that, you must first open the Settings app.
• Then, click on the Apps tab at the top left corner of the Settings app.
• Next, click on the Optional features option under the Apps list on the left sidebar.
• Now, scroll down and click on the Media Feature Pack feature that is displayed.
• Finally, click on the Install button next to the Media Feature Pack option.
• Click on this button to install the Media Feature Pack.

Reset The Skype App

If you are experiencing issues with the Skype app on Windows 10, you should reset the app. This can help you to fix the issues that you may be facing with the app.

• To do this, first, you should press the Windows + I key combo on your keyboard.
• Now open the Settings app on your PC, and then open the Apps section. Next, click on the Apps & features link on the left sidebar of the Settings screen.
• Now search for Skype on the App list. Then click on the Three Ellipses right next to the Skype icon on the right side of Skype, and then click on Advanced Options.
• From the Advanced Options, you should go to the Reset section, and click on the Reset button.
• Now your Skype app will reset to the factory default settings, and it should solve all your issues with the app.

Reinstall Skype

If you are experiencing issues with Skype, such as the inability to connect to other Skype users, then the first thing to do is uninstall Skype and then reinstall it again. This is the last resort option. Uninstalling Skype is easy. You can follow the steps below –

Close the Apps & Features window, and then open the Settings app from the Windows taskbar.

Now, from the Apps section, search for Skype in the list of apps. Then, click on the three ellipses and scroll down to the Remove option.

Now from the menu that appears, click on the Remove option.

Now, download Skype, and then reinstall it on your PC.