How to Send a Group Text on iPhone: The Ultimate Guide to Mass Messaging Fun!

So, you’ve got a wild idea brewing in your head and you want to rally the troops? Whether it’s a secret party planning operation, a spontaneous brunch invitation, or you’re just trying to get everyone on the same page about that one inside joke — sending a group text on iPhone is your go-to move!

Why Group Text?

Let’s face it: texting individually is so 2020! Sending a group text is like throwing a virtual house party where everyone can join the conversation, unlike that time when you accidentally invited your grandma to a rave.

Step-by-Step: How to Send Group Text on iPhone

Step 1: Open Messages

First things first, you need to unlock your phone — let’s keep it secure, folks! Then, tap on that Messages icon that looks like a green speech bubble.

Step 2: Start a New Message

Hit the icon with a pencil or that little square with a pencil in it. This is your canvas!

Step 3: Add Recipients

Here’s where the magic happens. Tap on the “To:” line and start typing names or numbers of your friends. Don’t worry; they won’t know you were scrolling through their social media last night! Just make sure to double-check you’re not sending a text to your ex by mistake. That’ll be a group text for the ages!

Step 4: Type Your Message

Now, put on your creative hat and type your message. Remember, emojis are your best friends here — they can express feelings better than words sometimes. Who doesn’t love a good sushi emoji 🍣 followed by a party emoji 🎉?

Step 5: Hit Send

Ready, set, send! Tap that blue arrow and watch your message zoom off into the digital ether.

Pro Tip: Include Everyone!

If you want to include everyone forever and ever (like in a movie sequel), just create a contact group in your contact app. That way, you won’t have to keep adding folks one by one every time!

The Group Text Etiquette

Before you go all-in, let’s chat about etiquette. We all know that no one likes receiving 100 messages that say "LOL" or “Yes!” So, keep it engaging and meaningful. And if the chat gets too crowded, consider creating a separate chat group.

Sending a Group Text with iMessage vs. SMS

If you’re sending a group text to iPhone users, iMessage is a game-changer. You can see read receipts and even send fun reactions. But if you’ve got some Android friends, it’s back to good ol’ SMS, where everyone can join in, but without the fancy bells and whistles.

Conclusion

Now that you know how to send group texts on your iPhone like a pro, go ahead and start those group chats! Whether you’re planning a surprise outing or just chatting away, remember: communication is key!

And if you ever feel like branching out and meeting new people anonymously, don’t forget to explore communities where the fun never stops!

Happy texting!

— Emily Turner, Blog Writer, AntiLand Team