Starting an IM chat

How do i start a new IM chat with one of my contacts? The instant messaging menu doesn’t give me the option to start a chat - just add contacts or edit profiles.

Hello,

in right side bar in eM Client please click on “Chat” button. There you will have contacts available.

IF this button is not there then right click on any other button (contact details, agenda, invitations) and then check chat.

with regards
Jan