Skype 2.24 released for Windows Phone (versions 8 and 8.1) which has a new drawing tool that allows users to send hand-drawn images and other personalized messages to recipients.

Announced on their blog post, the drawing feature can be used by tapping the + icon in chat. You can start from scratch or add messages to existing pictures, if you prefer. Skype suggests it could be handy for things like indicating the quickest route on a Bing map, as well as more ‘comedic’ uses.

Other new features are HD screen support, Simpler sign-in options and a Faster app resume time on windows phone 8.1.