
A message is displayed that indicates the other person is typing in response. Type a message in the message input area, and then press ENTER. An IM message input area opens, and the cursor flashes in the lower left corner, which means you can start the instant messaging session. To send an instant message to one person, open Microsoft Lync Online communications software, and, in your Contacts list or search results, double-click the person you want to contact. Send an instant message to multiple contacts Send an instant message to a single contact

You can also insert emoticons and paste text and tables that you copied from other Microsoft Office programs, such as the Microsoft Word word-processing program and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software. You can specify font type and characteristics, such as bold, underline, italics, and color. You can have instant messaging (IM) conversations with one or more contacts.
