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11 Google Messages features, tips, and tricks

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11 Google Messages features, tips, and tricks

Key Takeaways

  • Enable RCS messaging for a better texting experience with more features and no character limits.
  • Verify end-to-end encryption for secure chats in Google Messages on a chat-by-chat basis.
  • Make use of Suggestion features like Magic Compose and smart reply for easier texting.


Google Messages is the default SMS and messaging option on many Android phones. If it’s not on the phone already, it’s just a quick download from the Google Play Store. Its unobtrusive UI is clean and also includes a library of optional features that make light work of your messaging needs, too.

Many folks have indeed gravitated toward apps like Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or even Discord. However, SMS is still the default for a reason, and it’s one that everyone has access to with just a phone number. So, it’s still worth giving Google Messages a try — here are just under a dozen neat tips and tricks to make your experience better.

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