helpmessage
nounUK /ˈhelp ˌmes.ɪdʒ/
US /ˈhelp ˌmes.ɪdʒ/
A help message is words that tell you how to do something or how to get help.
When I got stuck, a help message popped up on the screen.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short note asking someone for help.
She sent a help message to her teacher.
3. Words shown by a computer program to explain how to use it.
Type 'help' to see the help message.
4. A friendly note that tells people where to find help.
The help message on the wall listed the phone number.