1. Create new text message
Slide your finger upwards on the screen.
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Press Samsung.
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Press Messages.
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Press the new message icon.
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2. Select recipient
Press the search field and key in the first letters of the recipient's name.
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Press the required contact.
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3. Write text
Press the text input field and write the text for your text message.
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4. Send text message
Press the send icon when you've finished your text message.
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5. Return to the home screen
Press the Home key to return to the home screen.
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