Add attachments

Attach files to text message

You can attach saved pictures and videos, or take one right from your message that has an optimised, reduced file size.

  1. Open the Messages app.
  2. Compose a reply or a new message.
  3. Do one of the following:

    • Touch & hold to start recording a voice message. When you're done, lift your finger.
    • Touch to attach a photo or video or capture a new one. Touch to expand the viewfinder to full screen. From there, you can switch to the selfie camera or capture a video.
    • Touch for other types of attachments (emoji, GIF, your location).
  4. Touch .

To learn more, touch > Help & Feedback in the Messages app.

Send contact as text message

  1. Open the Messages app.
  2. Open your conversation with that person.
  3. Touch their name at the top of the conversation.
  4. Touch > Share.
  5. Touch the recipient's name, or touch Messages to start a new message.
  6. Touch .

Fix a problem

If you're having trouble attaching files, check that:

  • Mobile data is turned on.
  • Your data plan supports MMS (multimedia messages).