Receive Instant Messages

When a new instant message is received, the recipient will see an orange dot on their Messages alert icon at the top of the page.

1. Click the Message Alerts icon at the top of the page. Note: An orange dot displays on the message icon indicating a notification of a new message.
   
2. Do either:
   1. Click Instant Messages to view all messages.
      
   2. Select the message from the preview.
      
3. The Inbox will open in a pop-up window. Click on the message you wish to read.
   
4. The Message will display.
   • If you wish to respond to the message,  type your message, then click Send.
     
   • If you wish to add the sender to your Friends list, click Add to Friends list.