Commands - Imvu Chat
: While not typed text, this keyboard command combo allows you to shift the camera position horizontally and vertically across the environment. 4. Whisper and Private Messaging Commands
: If a user keeps returning to disrupt your public space, typing /ban followed by their username removes them from the room and prevents them from re-entering entirely.
*: Takes a high-resolution screenshot of your current view and saves it to your desktop as a .png file.
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For hosts or VIPs, there is also the ability to remove a user from a Live Room via the "Safety" menu on the avatar card.
Users who own a chat room or have been granted moderator privileges (Room Officers) have access to administrative commands.
Once assigned, here are the primary commands available to owners and admins (which are executed via the right-click menu):
| Command | Description | | :--- | :--- | | /ban [username] | Ejects the user from the room and prevents them from returning. | | /unban [username] | Removes the ban on a user. | | /kick [username] | Ejects the user from the room (they may re-enter). | | /mute [username] | Silences the user in the room for everyone (Global Mute). | | /unmute [username] | Restores the user's ability to speak. | | /close | Locks the chat room, preventing new users from entering. | | /open | Unlocks the chat room. | : While not typed text, this keyboard command
IMVU has a unique feature that brings your words to life: typing certain keywords triggers specific animations (Actions) on your avatar. This is a core part of why conversation feels dynamic in the 3D world. When you type LOL , your avatar might throw its head back in a laughing animation. Similarly, typing tired might trigger a sleepy pose, and kiss or wave can trigger their respective animations.
IMVU chat commands can also be used to control your avatar's actions and appearance. Here are a few examples:
: Whisper is an exclusive VIP feature . Only VIP members can initiate a whisper. However, any user (VIP or non-VIP) can reply to a whisper they receive.
to take high-resolution screenshots without the standard user interface: *hiressnap *: Takes a high-resolution screenshot of your current
A: Generally, yes. While the system is flexible, it's best to use the exact capitalization shown in guides to ensure the animation triggers correctly.
: A hard-reload command for the PC client that refreshes the entire room cache to clear up heavy lag or frozen screens. Tips for Using IMVU Commands Successfully
For those building or managing rooms, specific scripting commands can automate the environment. imvu.place_furniture
| Command | What it does | | :--- | :--- | | /goth | Activates "Goth" lighting (dark atmosphere). | | /normal | Resets the lighting to default. | | /jump | Makes your avatar jump. | | /sit | Makes your avatar sit on the floor. | | /stand | Makes your avatar stand up. | | /cry | Triggers the crying animation. | | /laugh | Triggers the laughing animation. | | /blowkiss | Triggers the blowing a kiss animation. | | /dance | Triggers a random dance move (depends on the room triggers). |