##### USING Basic GENESYS DESKTOP Functions > handling Instant Message sessions

# Creating a New Outgoing Instant Message

To create a new outgoing instant message without responding to a prior incoming instant message:

1. From the File menu, select New IM or click the New Instant Message button () on the Toolbar.

A new outgoing Instant Message form appears.

2. Enter the SIP DN into the Address field.

3. Click Connect to connect to the target.

4. After the target accepts your Instant Messaging request, type your message. See Handling an Instant Message Session for more information on using the Instant Messaging interaction interface.

5. Click End to terminate the Instant Messaging session. See Handling an Instant Message Session for more information on completing an Instant Messaging interaction.