Messages

#Viewing Existing Messages

1. Tap any conversation in the list to open it.
2. Scroll up to see earlier messages. If there’s a lot of history, messages will load as you scroll.

#Sending a New Message

1. Type your text into the “Send a message” box at the bottom of the screen.
2. Tap the Send or arrow button. Your message appears instantly in the conversation.

#Attaching Images, Files, and Links

#Posting an image

• In a conversation, look for an attach or paperclip icon near the message input box (the exact icon may vary by device).
• Tap to choose an image from your device library or take a new photo.
• Once uploaded, a thumbnail preview will appear in your message.
• To view the image in full size, tap on the thumbnail.

#Attaching Files

• Use the same attach icon to select documents (PDFs, Word files, etc.) from your device.
• A file icon or preview may appear once it’s attached, depending on the file type.

#Adding Links

• Copy and paste the URL directly into your message.
• Many links will display a small link preview.
• Tap Send to share it.

#Reactions and Threaded replies

#Adding a Reaction

• Tap and hold on a specific message to open the reaction menu.
• Select an emoji (e.g., a thumbs-up, heart, etc.) to react.
• Your chosen emoji will appear below that message for everyone in the conversation to see.

#Replying in Threads

• Tap and hold on the message you want to reply to.
• Select “Reply in Thread” (or “Thread Reply”).
• A separate thread window appears, so you can keep that discussion together.
• Threaded replies also show up in the main conversation view (depending on your app version), but grouped so it’s easy to follow.