From the Home screen, swipe left then tap the desired contact. -> To add contact(s), refer to Add a Contact. Tap the Messaging icon . Do any of the following: Type and send a message using the QWERTY keyboard: Tap the abc icon (lower-left). Use keyboard to type a message then tap the Send icon . -> Swipe left or right on the keyboard to use hidden keys Preview message, then tap the Send icon again to confirm and send. Tap the Messaging icon again then select from the list of pre-written messages. Tap the Microphone icon to record a voice message. Tap the Video icon to send a video. Tap the Camera icon to send a picture. Related Info GizmoHub App - View / Delete Text Messages