Text messages are usually intended for “direct” communication. You send a message when you have something on your mind, or respond when you see a message coming in. But what if you could schedule text messages? Here’s how to schedule a text message on Android.
Google’s Messages app is one of the best text messaging options for Android smartphones. At the end of 2020 it was given the opportunity to schedule messages. This is super handy for those times when you don̵
To use this feature, you need to download the Google Messages app from the Play Store and set it as your default text messaging app. When you open it for the first time, you will see a button for ‘Set default SMS app’.
On the next screen or popup window, select “Messages” and tap “Set as Default”.
All of your past conversations will now appear in Messages. Select a conversation where you want to schedule a message.
Then enter the message you want to schedule and long press the send icon.
This opens the scheduling options. The time zone is shown at the top so there is no confusion as to when the message is sent. You can choose from the preset times or ‘Choose date and time’.
If you choose a custom date and time, you will be prompted to choose a date from the calendar and select a time. Tap “Next” when you are done.
The selected date and time are displayed again. Tap “Save” to confirm your choices.
Finally, the scheduled date and time will appear above your message. Tap the send icon to schedule the message.
You will now see the scheduled message in the conversation. Tap the clock icon to change the message text or schedule time, send it now, or delete the message completely.
It’s that simple! Never worry about missing a birthday or reminder again!
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