Dont text anything confidential private or potentially embarrassing.

What is text message etiquette. In a world where phone calls are rare and a text often feels like the best way to communicate just about anything are there certain things that shouldnt be said in an SMS or text message. Yes emojis and XO are perfect for some communications to friends and relatives. And simply sign your text or open with a friendly reminder of who you are.

Which is one sent to a small group of people when plans are being made. Here are a few tips to help you make your messages clear appropriate and pleasant. By their very design texts are intended to be a way to communicate quickly.

Another indication that texting may not the way to go is the length of the message. And more specifically what news or information is acceptable to say in a text message. The second rule of business texting etiquette is to avoid emoticons which are very very casual.

You wouldnt tender your resignation or ask somebody to marry you using SMS. Slightly different than the mass text is the group text. Is a code of behavior that delineates expectations for social behavior regarding text messaging.

In general text is considered as an informal and less personal medium. Texts are a written medium so make it easy for your associates to read them. Slow down and approve the words on the screen before you send them.

If you get a brief one- or two-word reply dont take it personally because the sender. Defined by the Emily Post Institute which is regarded by many as the last word on etiquette as a code of behavior based on treating others. If you dont learn texting etiquette.