1.4.3. Chat

In the OLAT Chat you can exchange messages with other OLAT users in real time.

Sending Messages

By clicking on those two digits (xx/xx) on the top right of the menu bar next to the Instant Messaging status symbol (e.g. green star) a list will pop up. There you will see all members of your project group logged on at that time. To start a chat you just have to click on the name of the one you would like to chat with.

If you want to chat with an OLAT user who is not a member of any of your groups you have to create a project group first before inviting that user to join. Another option is to open a list in the footer with all users logged on before clicking on a user name to start your chat.

Receiving Messages

Messages can be received in two ways: In case the chat window is closed messages will appear as small blinking letters on the left next to the star icon that can be found on the top right of the menu bar. When clicking on that small letter a chat window will open containing your message. In case the chat window is already open, all new messages will be displayed there.

Changing Your Status

By clicking on the star icon on the top right of the menu bar you can change your Instant Messaging status. That way you can show other OLAT users if you would like to chat or not. While taking a test your status will automatically show the status «Please do not disturb». Only after that test you will be able to chat again.

If you prefer to have a different status than «available» after your login you can adapt these settings in your Home in the tab «Instant Messaging».