Skype Preview gets rich-text pasting and revamped Channels

There is a new Skype update from Microsoft that you can test out. If you are part of the Skype Insider program, you can access version 8.116, which features updated Skype Channels and the ability to paste rich-text on Android.

The latest version of Skype Preview for Android now allows users to paste text while also keeping its formatting intact, including bold, italic, strikethrough, and code. This update will save you time by maintaining the original formatting rather than having to manually re-apply it.

One of the updates in Skype 8.116 is the integration of Channels 2.0, which is a built-in news feed that utilizes Microsoft News and offers access to more than 3,500 news sources. Below are the additional features that come with it:

• Channels Store: Dive into a curated selection of channels and find your next favorite community.
• Seamless Transition: Experience the switch to a more robust backend, designed for live broadcasting to all subscribers, bringing the latest stories to your fingertips.
• Channels Preview: Peek at channel content before deciding to follow.
• Channel Profile: View detailed profiles of channels to learn more at a glance.
• Follow/Unfollow: Seamlessly join channels that pique your interest and leave those that no longer do.
• Effortless Unsubscribe: Leaving a channel is just a click away, with options to explore new ones in our enhanced Store.
• Manage Channels: Full control over your channel preferences and notifications.
• Chat List Header Update: A refreshed look for a more intuitive user interface.
• First Experience Refined: Select and subscribe to your preferred channels with our friendly first-run experience.
• Article Sharing: Share and discuss articles right within your channels.
• Default Mute: Dive into your content without the distraction of notifications unless you opt-in.
• Report a Concern: Easily report content or concerns to keep the community safe.

In the end, the persistent spinner issue in chats has been resolved with the release of Skype 8.116.

The most recent Skype Insider update can be downloaded from the official website at https://www.skype.com/en/insider/. The program is accessible on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.