AIM® 6.1 allows you to send instant messages to members who are offline. You can also receive IMs while being offline if the sender is also using AIM® 6.1.
Turn on/off your settings to accept IMs while offline
1. Launch the AIM® 6.1 software, then sign on using your screen name and password.
2. Tap the F7 key or click the Edit menu to open it, then click Settings...
3. Click the Offline IM tab.
4. Click the Accept IMs from Buddies on my Buddy List® while I am offline box to place a tick in it.
Note: When you are invisible on the Buddy List by appearing offline while you are actually online, you can receive an IM from anyone who chooses to send you one at any time.
Turn on/off settings to send offline IMs
1.
Launch the AIM software, and then sign on using your screen name and password.
2. Tap the F7 key or click the Edit menu to open it, then click Settings...
3. Click the Offline IM tab.
4. Click the Allow me to send IMs to offline users box to place a tick in it.
Notes:
- When you are invisible on the Buddy List by appearing offline while you are actually online, you can send an IM at any time.
- You also have the option to place a tick next to Ask me before sending an IM to an offline user box.
