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    Texting Basics

    Senior texting confidence.

    Send a text

    • Open Messages app (green or blue).
    • Tap pencil/compose icon.
    • Type contact name.
    • Type message.
    • Tap send arrow.
    • Done!

    Voice typing

    • Tap microphone on keyboard.
    • Speak naturally.
    • Phone types it.
    • Easier than thumbs.
    • Senior wins.
    • Edit before sending.

    Photos in text

    • Tap camera icon.
    • Take new photo or choose.
    • Send.
    • Family loves photos.
    • Especially grandkids.
    • Easy share.

    Bigger text

    • Settings → Display.
    • Text Size — slide up.
    • Easier to read.
    • Enable Bold Text.
    • Senior eye friendly.
    • Free fix.

    Group texts

    • Add multiple contacts.
    • Everyone sees replies.
    • Family logistics.
    • Mute if too busy.
    • Tap names to view.
    • Senior helpful.

    Common shortcuts

    • LOL = laughing.
    • BRB = be right back.
    • OMW = on my way.
    • K = ok.
    • Don't need to use.
    • Just understand.

    Texting bridges senior gap

    Many seniors feel left out of texting. Family lives in texts. 30 minutes practice + voice typing = senior texting confidence. Photos of garden + grandkids = bond. Bigger font fixes eye strain. Voice typing fixes thumb fatigue. Don't miss family chat.