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First things to do with Google Messages

Did you just discover Google Messages? If you're now using it, go through this checklist of things to do and set up first.

Also, you can eliminate the last few steps when using a Samsung Galaxy phone, as these include a small square with an arrow pointing to the bottom right corner and a message notification that allows you to instantly bubble it to your home screen. (Image credit: Judy Sanhz / Android Central)You can personalize the look of text bubbles in Google Messages by changing the color thanks to this feature that was added in late 2023. (Image credit: Future)Available for use with both SMS or RCS since it was announced in late 2023 (the feature may not yet be available for all Android devices), you can take a photo from your phone, turn it into an adorable Photomoji, then send it to someone in a Google Message.

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