Samsung GH68-25489A user manual Types of Messages, Create and Send Text Messages

Section 7: Messages

This section explains how to send or receive different types of messages. This section also describes the features and functionality associated with messaging.

Note: Although the procedures in this section are written for the phone keypad, you can also perform these procedures using the QWERTY keypad.

Types of Messages

Your phone is able to send and receive Text, Picture, Email, and Instant messages to compatible phones and devices.

Note: Available memory is shared between all messages. You can store up to 500 Text messages (up to 160 characters each) or 100 Picture messages.

Create and Send Text Messages

1.In Standby mode, press Messages.

– or –

Select Menu ( ) ➔ Messages ➔ Send Message ➔

Text Message. The Create Txt Msg screen appears in the display showing the To: list.

Tip: To launch the Create Txt Msg screen using a voice command — In Standby mode, press and hold until the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Send Text” into the microphone. You are then prompted to say a Contact name or a number for the first recipient of the message.

2.Enter the phone number or e-mail address of the recipient, then press OK. The Text: appears in the display.

Tip: Press Add to display a pop-up menu containing: Contacts, Groups, and Recent Calls. These options allow you to find and add recipients to the To: list.

3.Enter the text content of your message using the keypad. (For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 14.)

4.At any point while composing a message:

•To change the text entry mode, press the Left soft key and select the desired text entry mode. (For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on page 14.)

•To complete the message text and set message send options, press Options. The following options appear in the display:

–Edit Send To — Edit the recipient’s number or email address.

–Add Quick Text — Insert pre-composed text into your message.

–Save As Draft — Save the message to your Drafts box.

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