This dialog box allows you to send a private text message to a selected person. You can check if the person is available before sending the message.

To

The screen name of the person to whom you wish to send a message.

Text to Send

Type the message you wish to send in this section; press ENTER or click the Send button to transmit the message. The length of the text is limited to 200 characters. 

Gesture button

Click this button to open the Gesture Palette. Once you select a gesture, its icon is displayed on the button and the palette is closed.

Send 

Click this button to send the message. Alternately, you can press ENTER to send the text.

Available?

Queries the server if the user is available to receive your message.