I can't chat with someone before the game starts. I had a league match today, and while I was waiting for my opponent, someone else joined my table. I wanted to politely tell him or her the situation, but the chat didn't work, so I had to kick him or her without giving any explanation. Person whose name I have forgotten, I am sorry if I hurt your feelings. :'( You are loved.
Of course, I could have started the game, explained the situation, and resigned. But come on, I have my rating to consider, even if it's hidden at the moment.
This has been fixed in the latest release 1.1.4 (today): http://forum.shuffleit.nl/index.php?topic=604.msg5674#msg5674
I saw that! Thanks Shuffle iT for the quick fix!