InstantMessenger
RIXML 2.5 Element
Instant messaging contact information supporting various IM protocols. Contains required type attribute (InstantMessengerTypeEnum for AIM, ICQ, MSN, SMS, Yahoo, etc.) and optional publisherDefinedValue for specifying other IM systems not in the standard enumeration.
Usage
Optional element within ContactInfo that can appear multiple times. Type attribute is mandatory to specify the IM protocol. Use publisherDefinedValue when the IM system is not covered by standard enumeration values.
Business Context
Provides real-time communication channels for research distribution and client interaction, supporting immediate consultation capabilities and modern digital communication preferences in financial services.
Where It Fits
Canonical Path
Definition
| Type | |
| Namespace | http://www.rixml.org/2017/9/RIXML |
| Min Occurs | 1 |
| Max Occurs | 1 |
| Content Model | Text content (string) |
Attributes
typeInstantMessengerTypeEnum |
Indicates the Instant Messenger protocol type -- i.e. AIM, ICQ, MSN, SMS, Yahoo, etc. required |
publisherDefinedValuestring |
For specifying other IM systems. optionalSince 2.1 |
Children
Contains text content (type: string)
This element's value is its text content. Attributes provide additional context.
Example
<InstantMessenger type="Value">ABC-123</InstantMessenger>Version History
Unchanged since introduction in RIXML 2.1