You can add mobile numbers to your buddy list using an AIM or ICQ account. To add a phone number for SMS texting:
- Click Add Buddy in the Buddy List.
- Select an AIM or ICQ account in the Login ID: field. If you have not yet connected an existing AIM or ICQ account, connect one as described in Signing On to and Connecting IM Accounts.
- In the Buddy: field enter the phone number in the following format:
+12223334444
- Select the Group category to assign the mobile number from the drop down menu in the Group field.
- Click on the Add Buddy button to finish adding the mobile number to your buddy list. Check to make sure the mobile number appears under the correct group.
- Optionally rename the mobile number by right-clicking it in the Buddy List and selecting Rename.