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title: "Chat with Managers"
url: "https://help.celayix.com/en/article/chat-with-managers"
language: "en"
last_updated: "2026-06-10T20:58:29.905Z"
---

# Chat with Managers

Send and receive messages with managers and team members directly within Schedule Xpress and Team Xpress.

Send and receive messages directly in the platform to stay connected.

Messaging allows communication with admins and employees without using external apps, keeping work conversations organized in one place.

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## **Access Messages**

To open Messages:

-   Click the **Chat** icon at the bottom of the screen.

![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/1078f587-023d-4369-9295-9d4033983c0b)

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## **Find a Contact**

To start a conversation:

-   Use the **search bar** to find an existing chat
-   Or click the orange + sign to start a new chat with a manager

![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/9e31cd13-dc6e-4918-ae0c-c2c18f7d3a3a)

When you start a new chat, you can select a contact from your list.

After making your selection, click **Done** to start the chat.

![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/d44333a4-7908-4aba-9a32-a2feac308ec4)

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## **Send Messages**

Use the chat window to send direct messages.

-   Type a message in the text box at the bottom of the screen
-   Tap the **send arrow** to send the message

Messages will appear in the conversation thread, making it easy to follow and respond.

![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/c80529c5-d5fa-474b-b1b8-736efdc71cbb)

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## **Receive Messages in Team Xpress**

Messages can also be received and replied to in [**Team Xpress**](https://help.celayix.com//en/article/team-xpress-overview).

This keeps communication connected between [**Schedule Xpress**](https://help.celayix.com/en/article/schedule-xpress-overview) and [**Team Xpress**](https://help.celayix.com//en/article/team-xpress-overview), making it easier to stay informed and respond when needed.

![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/f7ef8ef2-b713-4a2a-b917-2a9cc3332cfd)