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The User Control Panel (UCP) includes a built-in XMPP chat client that works in conjunction with the XMPP module. This allows users to send and receive instant messages (IMs) using a simple web browser interface.
Prerequisites
A user must be allowed to log into UCP (set in the User Management module)
Chat must be enabled for the user (set in the User Management module)
Enable Chat
To enable chat for a user go to the User Management module and select the Chat tab. Then select "Yes" for Enabled and save. The option to add the Chat service will now appear in UCP
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Chat With a User
Chat can only be added as a Side Bar Widget. You can do this through the Add Widget interface
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When you receive a reply you will receive a browser notification if your browser is configured to accept notifications.
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Collapse or Hide the Chat Window
/ = Collapse / expand the chat window
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