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Write and send text messages

A text message is a message that can be sent to other mobile phones. If you can't send and receive text messages as soon as you've inserted your SIM, you need to set up your phone for text messaging.

LG Nexus 5
LG Nexus 5
LG Nexus 5
  • 1
    Write text message
    • Press the message icon.
    • Press the new message icon.
  • 2
    Select recipient
    • Press Type a name, email, number or circle.
    • Key in the first letters of the required contact.
    • Matching contacts are displayed.
    • Press the required contact.
  • 3
    Write text
    • Write the text message.
    • See how to write text.
  • 4
    Send text message
    • Press the send icon when you've written your text message.
  • 5
    Return to the home screen
    • Press the home icon to return to the home screen.