SG #25: Collaboration Session - Chat

This guide will walk you through the process of getting familiar with how to use Chat.

Getting Familiar with Chat:

Step 1: Click on the Communication button, then click on the Collaboration link.

Step 2 : Click on the Join button next to the any option that says Chat underneath the Tool column.

Step 3: A Java chat room will now start up. There are 6 parts to the chat, which are:

1. This area is designated for you to compose your message.

2. Press the Send button to submit your message.

3. By clicking on the View button, you will have two different options on how to view your lightweight chat session: 1) to show in-line or 2) to show in separate frames.

4. By clicking on the Clear button, you will clear everything on your screen.

5. By clicking on the User Info button, you will see both the user id and the user email address. You will also have the option to send that particular user a Private Message .

6. By clicking on the Private Message button you can a user a private message. Private messages will show up on the right-hand side of the chat.