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Access Chat
From the Teams menu on the left menuside, choose Chat
Start a New Chat
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At the bottom of the window, use the 'Type a new message' box to connect with the user(s) in your chat. Optionally Pressing the "Enter" key will send your message (you can also select the 'paper airplane' icon below). You can also select the Format icon for an enhanced editor window, which allows you to format your text and paragraphs. Simply click the 'Paper Airplane' icon to send your message.
Enhanced editor:
Share Files in a Chat
Collaboration on files is possible in a Chat, use the paperclip icon to browse your computer (G or H drive access) or OneDrive. Shared files are stored in the folder 'Microsoft Teams Chat Files' within each chat member's OneDrive for retreaval either from the 'Files' tab in the Chat or via OneDrive.
Extend Chat with video, audio, screen sharing or adding users
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