# Preferences: Presence

Automatically change my presence when I'm idle

Automatically shows others whether you are active or inactive for a call.

Show me "Idle" when I'm inactive for:

Sets the number of minutes the system can be idle before others see your name marked as "Idle" in their Contacts lists. The Contact Details window shows your presence as Idle. Your presence icon changes back to Available when you move your mouse.

Always show my presence as:

Shows others the presence you select , regardless of whether you are at your computer.

Automatically accept an invitation to be added to a Contacts list

Lets others add you and see your availability immediately.

# Related Topics

Showing Others Your Availability

Seeing Who's Available