(Moved) I'm interested in using the LiveOnline@UT (Zoom) Group Chat tool. Where is it and how do I get started?

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The LiveOnline@UT (Zoom) Group Chat tool is available from within the Zoom desktop application. Follow the steps below to install the application, log in, and use Zoom Chats.

Create your LiveOnline@UT (Zoom) account and Download/install the Application

1. Create your LiveOnline@UT (Zoom) account by going to https://tennessee.zoom.us and select Create or Edit Account. Enter your NetID and password to log in and create the account.
2. Return to https://tennessee.zoom.us and select the Download Zoom option on the bottom left. Download and install the application on your device.
3. Sign in to your LiveOnline@UT (Zoom) account. Select the Zoom icon on the desktop or in the task bar.
   • Select Sign In and then Sign In with SSO (do not sign in with an email address).
   • When prompted, enter the domain name of tennessee and select Continue.
   • Enter your NetID and password and authenticate to complete the log in process.

Start a new Chat or Group Chat

• After logging into the Zoom desktop application, select the Chat icon.

• Select the Plus symbol on the left to start a new individual chat, or to create a new chat channel.

• If you are creating a new Chat, search for the recipient by first name, last name in the To field. If you are creating a new Chat Channel, name the channel and then search for and add recipients.