Tech how-to: Create and manage group chats on your iPhone
Now more than ever our phones are our link to the outside world. Now that we’re spending more time at home, group chats are a perfect way to stay connected.
You’re probably even striking up conversations with old friends and family members you haven’t heard from in years.
We’ll show you how to set up group messages on your iPhone and some pro tips to make staying connected even easier!
How to send a group chat for iPhone
The iPhone Messages app supports three types of messages: iMessages, MMS and SMS. The app automatically selects the type of group message based on you and your recipients’ settings, network connection and carrier plan.
If you’re all iPhone users, iMessages it is. For groups that include Android smartphones, you’ll get MMS or SMS messages.
To send a group text, open Messages and tap the Create a new message icon. Tap the plus sign to add contacts or enter recipients’ names, type your message and hit Send.
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Manage your messages
If you have several group chats, each with several members, you need to know how to manage all those notifications. Don’t worry, it’s simple.
1. Eliminate the noise by muting the conversation
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