How to Send Text Messages With AOL Web Suite

1. Visit the AOL website and install AOL Instant Messenger on your computer if you don't yet have it. Register for an account by choosing a user name and password.
2. Go to the 'Buddy List' and add your friend as a contact. Enter his mobile phone number under the contact details.
3. Open the contact on the 'Buddy List' that you want to text. Click on the cell phone icon and write your message. Click 'Send.'
4. Add the cell phone number as the screen name for your recipient if she doesn't have an AOL account. In the contact description field you can enter her name. Just click 'Send an IM,' and on the form choose 'Send a Text Message.'
5. Send a text message to someone who may not be a regular contact. Just enter '+1 and the 10 digit cell phone number' into the screen name field. The person will receive the text and can send one back by clicking the 'Reply' button.