Chat is a method of communicating between players in Aion. There are a number of different ways that can be used to talk with other players using the chat windows. The default setting for the <All> chat will start a player out with all boxes checked under chat, and a selection of default colors. As well, under Options (default O) there are some choices.
Customizing Chat Channels[]
To customize the chat, right-click on the <All> tab. You will see that the choices to <Add Tab>, <Clear Tab>, and <Tab Options> are dark meaning you can choose one, while <Delete Tab> and <Change Tab Name> are greyed out as unavailable for the <All Chat>. Click on <Tab Options> and then check or uncheck the boxes next to the type of chat to remove or add desired channels. You can also change the color of a chat text by clicking on the color box and choosing another color.
Adding a tab will allow you to create a chat channel for a specific purpose and activate specific features depending on what you decide to use it for.
Moving the Chat Window[]
Move the mouse cursor next to the cogwheel icon on the chat window - it will change to an arrow with a cross. Press and hold the left mouse button and drag the chat to a new location on the screen.
Adjusting the Size of the Chat Window[]
Move the mouse cursor above or below the outside border of the chat window, and it will change to a double arrow. Press and hold the left mouse button, and drag the arrow to adjust the chat size.
Chat Commands[]
There are a number of different chat channels, and using chat commands allows you to quickly change from one to another.
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| /say, /s | Changes to normal chat mode. Nearby players receive normal chat. |
| /group, /g | Changes to Group chat mode. Only your group receives chat. |
| /alliance, /a | Changes to Alliance chat mode. The entire Alliance receives Alliance chat. |
| /legion, /l | Changes to Legion chat mode. The entire Legion receives Legion chat. |
| /league | Changes to League chat mode. Allows League Leaders to communicate with Alliance Captains. |
| /shout | Changes to Shout chat mode. Nearby players receive Shouted chat. |
| /whisper [Player Name] /w [Player Name] |
Sends a Whisper to a character. Only that character receives your Whispered Chat. |
| /Alert [Message] | Changes to Alert chat mode. Sends the message to the chat window and the HUD of all Alliance/group members. (Group leaders, Alliance captains, and Alliance Vice Captains only) |
| /reply or <T> | Replies to the last person to send you a whisper. |
| /1 | Enters the Local Channel. |
| /2 | Enters the Trade Channel. |
| /3 | Enters the LFG (Looking for Group) Channel. |
| Private channel | When you press the <Enter> key to open the Chat window and then click the speech bubble icon, it opens a pop-up menu. You can see private channel commands when you select <Manage Private Chat>. |
| /ChannelNotification [Number] [Message] | The chat leader sends an alert message to all members. |