How to Send a Message to an Xbox Live Friend

On Xbox Console (Series X|S / One / 360)

1. Press Xbox button  → Friends & chat (People tab).
2. Find friend (scroll or search).
3. Select profile → "Send message".
4. Type message (or use voice-to-text) → Send.

Via Xbox App (Windows 10/11, iOS, Android)

1. Open app → Social / Friends tab.
2. Select friend → "Start chat" or message icon.
3. Type and send.

Via Xbox Website

1. Sign in at xbox.com.
2. Friends section → find friend.
3. Profile → "Send message".
4. Compose and send.

Note: Online friends receive instantly; offline friends get it next sign-in.