Writing and sending SMS

Samsung Galaxy A3

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Basic functions

Calls and voicemail

Messaging

Apps and media

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Back to Messaging

Want to write and send an SMS? It's easy, but remember you need to set up your mobile phone for SMS before you can use this function.

Step 1 of 6

Find "Messages"

Tap Messages.

Step 2 of 6

Create SMS

Tap the new message icon.

Step 3 of 6

Enter recipient

Key in the first letters of the required contact.

Matching contacts are displayed.

Tap the required contact.

Step 4 of 6

Write the text

See how to write text.

Tap Enter message.

Write the text for your SMS.

Step 5 of 6

Send SMS

Tap the send icon when you've written your SMS.

Step 6 of 6

Return to the home screen

Tap the Home key to return to the home screen.

Swipe right for the next step

Tap anywhere to dismiss

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