Personalizing Windows Live Messenger

Before you start using Windows LIve Messenger, you can customize the program to show the menu bar if you prefer, automatically sign in, and display personalized information. You can change your display name, provide a personal message, and select a picture to represent you while you communicate with others online. Instead of selecting a regular static picture, you can select a dynamic display picture (New!) or character that provides animation, such as a WeeMee, MeeGos, Quebles, or Kiwee.

Access and Show or Hide Menus

  • Access and Show Menus. Click the Show Menu button at the top of the window to display menus, and then click Show the menu bar.

  • Hide Menus. Click the Hide the menu bar button.

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