Messaging on Chess.com
Chess.com offers a messaging system similar to email. You can send detailed messages with editor tools from your inbox or quickly message someone by clicking their username anywhere on the site.
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How to send a new message via a member's profile
You can send a quick message to any member from anywhere on the site by clicking on their username to open their profile pop-over. Click on the three dots to see the 'Message' option:
A message window will open where you can type and click 'Send' to deliver it. To send a more customized message, click the envelope icon next to their username to go to your inbox.
How to send a new message from your inbox
If you’ve already messaged the person, simply open the existing conversation, type your reply, and click 'Send'—no need to start a new message!
But if it's your first time messaging someone, follow these steps:
Hover over the Chess.com logo and select 'Messages'
In your inbox, click 'New Message' in the upper left corner
Use the 'Search Members' box to find the person you want to message
Type your message in the text box, customize it using the editor tools if you’d like, and click 'Send' when you're ready!
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