What Can Google Messages Do?
Google Messages supports all the features you’d expect from a messaging app. There’s texting and chatting from your phone or computer over Wi-Fi and data connections, as well as using emojis, stickers, and GIFs. Messages also has a recently used emoji section that lets you quickly access your favorite emojis. There are even contextual emoji suggestions that match your message and help you find the perfect way to express yourself. Messages has some other handy and unique features, including letting you keep track of important messages by starring them. Tap and hold a message, then star it. Find it again easily by going to your starred messages category. With Messages, it’s easy to send and receive payments via Google Pay. You can even schedule text messages and have Android read your messages aloud.
How to Get Started With Google Messages
Messages comes pre-installed on your Android phone and should be the default messaging app. If you don’t have it for some reason, you can download and install it from the Google Play Store. Then, follow the directions below to start texting:
How to Manage Contacts in Google Messages
When you receive a text from an unknown person, you have the option to block them or add them as a contact. Here’s how:
How to Use Google Messages on Your Computer
You can receive and send Android messages on your computer. Here’s how:
Schedule Texts With Google Messages
Starting with Android 11, you can now schedule text messages to go out at a specific time. This feature is great for sending out reminders, and it helps ensure that you won’t forget to wish someone a happy birthday. To schedule a text, compose your message as normal, then press and hold Send. You’ll be given the option to set a day and time for the message to be delivered.
