How to send an instant message on Skype Instant message anyone on Skype, for free. To quickly send an instant message to a contact who’s online: First click on them in your contacts list. Then type your message in the chat window. Click send message. Instant messaging can be helpful when you’re coordinating details for a Skype call. Use Skype IM to chat with family and friends Add all of your friends to the same instant message (IM) conversation and decide on the time and place for your Saturday without the emails and phone tag. Use Skype IM to chat with colleagues See when people are online and get instant answers to quick questions with instant messages on Skype, whether your colleagues are next door or on the other side of the world.
No Emergency calls with Skype Skype is not a replacement for your ordinary telephone and can’t be used for emergency calls.