Instant message on gmail

You're referring to the instant messaging feature on Gmail!

Gmail offers a built-in instant messaging feature that allows you to chat with your contacts in real-time. Here's how to use it:

Enabling Instant Messaging

1. Log in to your Gmail account.
2. Click on the "Compose" button to start a new message.
3. In the "To" field, start typing the name or email address of the person you want to chat with.
4. As you type, Gmail will suggest contacts from your address book. Select the contact you want to chat with.
5. Click on the "Chat" button next to the contact's name.

Using Instant Messaging

1. Once you're in a chat, you can type a message in the chat window and press Enter to send it.
2. You can also use emojis, stickers, and other formatting options to make your messages more fun and expressive.
3. To send a file or attachment, click on the "Attach file" button at the bottom of the chat window.
4. To switch between conversations, click on the "Conversations" tab at the top of the chat window.
5. To exit a chat, click on the "X" button at the top-right corner of the chat window.

Tips and Tricks

• You can have multiple chat windows open at the same time.
• You can also use keyboard shortcuts to quickly switch between chat windows or compose new messages.
• If you're using a mobile device, you can access your chats on the go using the Gmail app.
• You can also use Google Hangouts, a separate app, to make voice or video calls with your contacts.

I hope that helps! 😊