# Sending messages in chat rooms
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When you send messages to a chat room, everyone in the room sees them. If you want to communicate privately, send messages to just that contact.

**To send messages in a chat room**

1. In the sidebar, select the chat room.

   The room opens and displays any messages. A pane on the right shows the members who are present in the chat room, and the members who aren't present. A crown icon denotes the room's administrator.

1. Enter your message.

1. (Optional) Attach files or add emojis to the message.

1. Choose **Send**.