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Google+ Where’s The Private Message Button

By Toni Weidman

Real Estate Agent with Sailwinds Realty

January 08, 2013 05:36 AM

Google+ Where’s The Private Message Button

I looked in vain for a way to message someone in Google+. I didn’t see a button anywhere like in Facebook; so I did a Google search “how do I private message someone in Google+”

This is what I got. I tried it and it works. I made a couple of adjustments to this because some of the steps were out of date (early Google+).

Here are the steps…

Click on the Google+ logo or the Home tab
Type your message in the share what’s new text-box
Click on the Add circle or people to share with link and type in the persons name who you want to private message
Once it identifies the person, it’ll turn into a blue box/tab which means that person is identified If they are not within your circles, nothing will happen.

Before you click Share. Make sure you unclick the other tabs that you usually use: like the ActiveRain tab above.When the only tab(s) showing are the person/people you wish to message; then click share.

Your message has been shared with your friend and only with your friend.With this method, you not only send private messages, you can send links, videos, photos, locations, etc.

I know most of you ActiveRainers are smart and probably know all this already, but just in case there are a few like me-struggling still........

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Dick Greenberg

New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO

Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Tony - Well, I didn't know that, and it isn't intuitive or obvious, so thank you for figuring that out. I'm planning on spending a lot more effort on Google+ this coming year.

Jan 08, 2013 05:39 AM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Dick - you're quite welcome!

Jan 08, 2013 05:49 AM

Margaret Goss

@Properties - Winnetka, IL

Chicago's North Shore & Winnetka Real Estate

I am also planning on working with Google+ so this is a handy tip - thanks for sharing with us.

Jan 08, 2013 05:57 AM

Bob & Leilani Souza

Souza Realty 916.408.5500 - Roseville, CA

Greater Sacramento Area Homes, Land & Investments

Toni, since I haven't delved into the world of Google + yet, your info is helpful for when I do finally start using Google +! :)

Leilani

Jan 08, 2013 06:49 AM

Margaret - glad to help out.

Leilani - it's really quite different from our other social networks.

Jan 08, 2013 08:37 AM

Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®

Lewisburg, WV

Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Toni...thanks this is something I did not know and I am sure will help others as well.

Jan 08, 2013 08:44 AM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Hey Toni --

You're not only a sharp cookie you're a mind reader! After you sent me that private message this morning I asked Debbie how did you do that.... She didn't know either. An email to you is /was on my to do list asking how.... Now I have the answer! You rock in more ways than the Rain!!!

Jan 08, 2013 08:48 AM

Rob Thomas

Prestige Homes of The Tri Cities, Inc. CALL....423-341-6954 - Bristol, TN

Bristol TN-VA & Tri Cities Agent, ABR, GRI, e-Pro

Toni ....thanks for the info ....I think I stumbled onto this a few weeks ago ....Have a great night in FL!

Jan 08, 2013 09:56 AM

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Thanks Toni for taking the time to share this lesson you learned.

Jan 08, 2013 11:50 AM

William Johnson

Retired - La Jolla, CA

Retired

Hi Toni, I think this is just excellent. I am glad to see this and actually be able to utilize what you have shared.

Jan 08, 2013 12:50 PM

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400

The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY

Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

I need ALL the help I can get Toni, so this is very much appreciated. Hope Mr. Dumpty is feeling better...

Jan 08, 2013 08:37 PM

Rebecca - always glad to help.

John - you were my test "private message". Thank you.

Rob - good, it's not easy to find.

Debbie - it took me a while to find it. Wanted to save others the time.

William - you're welcome. Hope it helps.

Larry and Sheila - Mr. Dumpty is in the ICU but doing well. I'm still learning it but if I can help.....

Jan 08, 2013 08:45 PM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, Toni, for the hidden secret. I guess I am not an effective user of Google +.

Jan 09, 2013 03:26 AM

Roy - I don't think any of us are yet; there's a lot to learn. Thanks.

Jan 09, 2013 03:31 AM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Toni,

Ha! Thanks, you did us a big favor here. Google is not that easy to figure out...thanks for being the smart one to figure it out and the gracious one to share. A

Jan 09, 2013 07:04 AM

Alexandra - You're welcome!

Jan 09, 2013 07:37 AM

Gloria Todor

Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA

& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Hi Toni, That is really good to know! I really appreciate your sharing of knowledge. And what fun to see my name on your post! Sometimes I feel like I'm sitting on that wall!! Thank you!

Take care, Gloria

Jan 09, 2013 11:59 AM

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