Samsung SCH-R261BSAXAR - Manual (Page 49)

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Section 6: Messages
This section explains how to send or receive different types of
messages. This section also describes the features and
functionality associated with messaging.
Types of Messages
Your phone is able to send and receive Text messages to
compatible phones and devices. Text messages can be up to 160
characters in length.
Note: Available memory is shared between all messages. You can store up to
100 messages. However, the exact number is dependent upon
message length.
Create and Send Text Messages
Menu Method
1. In standby mode, press Messages ➔ Send Message ➔ Text
Message. The Create Txt Msg screen displays.
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 Email address of the recipient
and press
.
– or –
3. Press Add and select a Contact entry, a Contacts Group, or
the originator of Recent Calls, then press
. The Text:
field displays on the screen.
4. Enter the text content of your message using the keypad.
(For more information, refer to “Entering Text” on
page 30.)
5. Press Options to complete the message text and set
message send options.
6. Select one of the following options:
• Edit Send To: Displays the Create Txt Msg screen and allows you to
enter another recipient phone number or email address.
• Add Quick Text: Inserts a preformatted string of text in the body of
the message.
• Save As Draft: Save the message to your Draft folder.
• Priority Level: Choose High or Normal.
• Validity Period: Allows you to set the length of time your text
messages are stored at the message center while attempts are
made to deliver them.