Google Chat is an easy to use chat application that works through a web browser, on PC, Mac, iPhone and Android phone apps. Google Chat connects to the district directory making it easy to send a chat invite to any pps.net staff. Chat with one or many, or create a Google Chat Room for your group to communicate in. As part of the PPS Google domain, rest assured that the system is secure, meeting required data and retention requirements.
What do I need?
Chromebook, PC, Mac, iPhone or Android phone
Use the device specific Hangouts Chat application
Via a web browser at chat.google.com
iPhone from the App Store, search for "Hangouts Chat"
Android form the Play Store, search for "Hangouts Chat"
All screen shots are from the web browser version of Google Hangouts Chat. Your device app may be visually different but the basic functions and features are the same.
Familiarize yourself with the main screen.
Google Chat is very similar to other text messaging apps you are familiar with.
Use the search bar to easily chat with others. If the person is in PPS, simply typing in their name will generate auto search options based on the pps directory entry..
Click into the search box to create a group message or to create a "chat" room.