Managing your accounts in Proteus
Please note - this section assumes that you have an existing account with an Instant Messaging protocol that is supported here in Proteus; you can find a list of supported protocols here.
Proteus allows you to connect to any number of messaging services simultaneously. For a complete list of supported services as well as more information on our level of support for each service, please see the Supported Services page.
How do I add an instant messaging account?
- In Proteus, navigate to Show Account Viewer in the Window menu; alternatively, navigate first to Preferences in the File menu and then to the Accounts pane. To add an account, click the + button in the lower left corner of the pane. Enter your details into the appropriate fields then click OK; with the exception of Google Talk, you probably won't have to enter any information outside of the Account Information tab. There are cool tips you can learn about your display name, including
how to insert your status message in it (which is commonly done for MSN accounts).
How do I remove an instant messaging account?
- In Proteus, navigate to Show Account Viewer in the Window menu; alternatively, navigate first to Preferences in the File menu and then to the Accounts pane. Highlight the account you wish to erase and press the - button in the lower left of the pane. Be careful, as this process cannot be undone!