18/02/2025
When messaging someone through text or a messenger it’s important to be respectful, clear, and mindful of their time. Here are some etiquette tips to follow:
1. Be Respectful and Considerate
- Use polite language and greetings, especially in formal or professional conversations.
- Avoid excessive use of capital letters (which can be interpreted as shouting).
2. Timing Matters
- Avoid sending messages too early in the morning or too late at night unless it’s urgent.
- If someone doesn’t respond immediately, be patient instead of sending multiple follow-ups.
3. Keep It Clear and Concise
- Get to the point while keeping the message friendly.
- Avoid unnecessary long texts unless needed.
4. Know Your Audience
- Use formal language for work-related or professional messages.
- For casual conversations with friends, emojis, GIFs, and informal language can be appropriate.
5. Respect Privacy
- Avoid sending sensitive information unless necessary.
- Don’t assume someone is always available just because they’re online.
6. Acknowledge Messages
- If someone asks you a question or needs a response, reply in a timely manner.
- A simple Got it! or Thanks!can show you acknowledge the message.
7. Avoid Overuse of Voice Notes or Large Media Files
- Some people prefer text over voice messages, so ask before sending long voice notes.
- Large files can take up storage, so make sure they’re necessary.
Ref.
Forbes. “The New Rules of Texting Etiquette Everyone Should Know.” *Forbes*, accessed February 17, 2025. [https://www.forbes.com]
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