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Types of Messages
Section 7: Messaging
Topics Covered
• Types of Messages
• Create and Send Text Messages
• Send Picture Messages in Camera Mode
• Send Picture Messages in Standby Mode
• Receive Messages
• Message Folders
• Erase Messages
• Message Settings
This section explains how to send or receive different types of messages. This
section also describes the features and functionality associated with messaging.
Tip: To launch the Messages menu using a voice command — In standby mode, press and hold
until the phone prompts, “Say a command.” Say “Go to Messages” into the microphone.
Types of Messages
Your phone is able to send and receive Text and Picture messages to compatible
phones and devices. Text messages can be up to 160 characters in length. Picture
message text can be up to 1,000 characters in length.
To access the types of messages, do the following:
1. In standby mode, press the Messages (left) soft key ( ), then press
for Send Message. The Send Message screen appears in the
display showing the following options:
• Text Message — Create and send simple text messages to compatible
phones.
• Picture Message — Create and send multimedia messages containing text,
pictures, and/or sounds.