The Messages module is an SMS messenger with additional features.

messages

By default, you’ll see a list of all your ongoing chats when you open the module. To view all chats with new activity, tap the down arrow beside your phone number:

new messages

To start a new conversation, tap open to open a menu that contains two options messaging options:

new type

  • New message allows you to create group SMS chats with up to 10 members. You can use message templates and attach pictures (MMS).
  • One to many lets you mass message up to 25 contacts. You can apply message templates but cannot attach pictures (SMS only). This type of messaging does not create a group conversation; instead, it creates the same message multiple times to send once to each included contact.

The chat interface is similar to other popular messenger apps:

interface

  • The To: field lists the contacts included in the chat. When you’re starting a new chat, you can use the + button to select one or more contacts from your contact lists. Alternatively, you can manually enter a number in the Enter Contact field.
  • Use the Message line to type your message text.
  • The paperclip button lets you attach images, either from your device’s gallery or by taking a photo:

    attach

  • The template button lets you access pre-configured message templates:

    template

    Use the + Add New Template option to create a new template:

    add new

  • The schedule option lets you defer sending the message until a later time. You can choose between two preset times or set your own custom time to send the message.

    scheduled message

  • Use send to send the message as usual.