How do I activate my Skype number

Question

I tried putting1 then# plus USA would not accept country code

Answer 1

Hi, Bobev, and welcome to the Community!
I am confused ... I do not recall having to "activate" my new Skype Number(s).  Please help me to understand ... remember, a Skype Number is for people who do not use Skype to be able to call you on Skype by using a real land line (fixed line) number.
If instead you are referring to calling a fixed line number, remember you would need Skype credit or a subscription to cover the cost of the call.  When you click on the telephone button icon above your contact list, or click Call, a drop-down menu is available for you to choose the flag representing the country where you wish to call.  Then, to call the United States or Canada, all you would need to input would be the area code and number;
for example, 2125551234    -> 212 depicts the area code and 555-1234 would be the number.
If you attempt to input 011 1 212 555 1234 [spaces inserted for easier reading], Skype will get confused and not be able to place the call.  The American flag takes the place of the 011 1.
Likewise, if I were to call Turkey, I would choose the Turkish flag and just dial the rest of the number, not including the country code of 90.  Make sense?
Elaine
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